Gandhi thanks BR for his letter of 10 February 1966 (see record 67400), and mentions that she shares BR's "horror and deep distress at the increasing resort to violence for the vindication of national claims."

BR encloses a copy of an appeal (not present) concerning the war in Vietnam, and asks Gandhi "... if it would be possible for you to instruct your Ambassador at the United Nations to associate your country with this appeal?" BR is writing from London, although his address is not given.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .179100, TL(CAR).

Singh is Deputy High Commissioner.

Singh forwards a message to BR from Prime Minister Nehru; see record 67404.

Nehru, commenting on the Sino-Indian dispute, mentions that "no country, much less India, can submit to the military dictates of an aggressor." Nehru mentions that "we have no desire to continue the military conflict", and cites "restoring the status quo ante 8th September 1962" as the solution to achieve peace.

This letter appears in the body of the one found at record 67403.

BR thanks Singh for "sending me further documents issued by the government of India."

Subramanian is Private Secretary to the Deputy High Commissioner.

Subramanian forwards "... the sealed cover from Prime Minister Nehru addressed to the Earl Russell", and asks Yule to have this forwarded to BR.

Schoenman and Pottle thank Kewal for "taking the trouble to see us". They have "... discussed with U Thant personally in New York and London on Lord Russell's behalf the matters which we hope to discuss with Mr. Nehru."

Schoenman thanks Singh for "your message to me from Mr. Nehru".

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .179106, TL(CAR).

Singh is First Secretary.

Singh informs Schoenman that "... our Prime Minister, Mr. Lal Bahadur Shastri, will be very pleased to receive Earl Russell on Saturday 11th July at 3 p.m.", and asks Schoenman to forward this information to BR.

Mosley, the Head of Overseas Talks and Features, asks BR to contribute an introductory talk for a series on the theme, "The Story of Colonisation". BR could be especially useful as Mosley hopes the introduction will set the standard for the study. The task "can best be undertaken by one who combines pre-eminence as a philosopher with your own firm grasp of history." If BR cares to accept, the production will fall to Roger Cary. Mosley encloses (not present) an outline of the series and probable contributors.

BR accepts the task of giving the introductory talk for "The Story of Colonization", adding "it seems to me that a great deal of nonsense has been talked by those who oppose it." BR asks for confirmation of meetings and a dinner.

Gregson responds for both himself and his superior, Gordon Mosley. Mosley confirms BR's acceptance of "The Story of Colonization" and confirms that while the series is being arranged now by Roger Cary, the recording will not be due for some time. Gregson turns to two discussion programmes BR has agreed to, both with Lord Hailsham and a guest. The first on May 15 on "Liberty" with de Madariaga, and the second on May 22 on "The Role of Great Men of History" with Isaiah Berlin. Gregson suggests questions for the "Liberty" talk and a direction to take for the "History" talk.

As "The Story of Colonization" falls to Cary to produce, he asks for a convenient time for BR to record his introduction before BR "moves house" to North Wales in early June. The length for the script should be about 1700 words. Cary adds that "my father-in-law [Hugh Blair Brenan] sends his kindest regards."

Cary confirms June 11 as the date for recording BR's introduction to "The Story of Colonization", and hopes that BR will be available afterwards to "enjoy a little tea".

Mosley expresses the Overseas Service's delight with BR's script for "The Story of Colonization".

Cary confirms the recording date of June 11 and encloses (not present) a stencilled copy of the script for "The Story of Colonization", and assures BR that he has the original safely in his possession and will bring it to the studio on the 11th.

For an unknown reason, this document is the ribbon copy.

Cary thanks BR for the recording of June 11 and for staying for a "most stimulating tea-party afterwards". Cary asks if he can send a recording car by BR's house at Richmond and record two very short pieces on BR's grandfather, Lord Russell, and Arthur Balfour. Cary cites the BBC's lack of material on Lord John, and lack of contrary opinion on Balfour. Cary encloses (not present) a script on Lloyd George as an example.

BR calls Roger Cary's attention to his broadcast on Lord John Russell from the series "Portraits from Memory" he did for "London Calling Asia" on October 11, 1952, and encloses (not present) that script. BR doesn't mind Cary reproducing the 1952 broadcast but cannot "produce a fresh broadcast on the same subject." In regard to Arthur Balfour, BR cannot manage it at this time, adding that it would "involve me in a lot of controversy of a time-wasting kind."

Kallin refers to BR's statement in The Observer about contemporary philosophy in England. She asks BR to record a talk on this subject for the Third Programme, as they will be celebrating their tenth anniversary during a week at the end of September and beginning of October. Kallin appreciates that BR has "retired into fastness" and values his quietude. Kallin wishes to "disturb you as little as possible" and can arrange a recording van to visit at any time.

BR does not yet wish to speak on contemporary English philosophy as there is a "great deal" of reading he wishes to do first, and there are other "matters on hand which I must dispose of before concentrating on it." BR asks Kallin to offer him this opportunity "a year or so hence".

As BR will be in London for a week in August he asks if Gregson still desires some work from him. As BR doesn't wish to "come up" to London very often he would like it if Gregson informed the BBC departments at Langham Place and Bush House of his availability during this time.

Mosley replies to BR's July 30 letter to Gregson as Gregson is ill and not expected back before BR's trip to London. Mosley would like BR to continue his series of talks with Lord Hailsham and guests. As Mosley and other BBC staff are taking vacations during the holiday season, convenience would dictate that some proposed work be deferred until September. Mosley mentions that BR has "agreed in principle" to a series of 15 minute talks on books that have influenced him, and this can be recorded during autumn or winter.

BR sends his regards to Gregson in his illness, and hopeful recovery. BR cannot manage an earlier date than September 26 to come to the BBC in London. He seeks clarification as to whether the proposed series will deal with recent books influential to BR, or rather as he had expected on books important to him in his youth. He would like to record this series at the same time as the discussion with Lord Hailsham. BR notes that Mosley will be vacationing in Aberayron in Wales and would like him to pay a visit if the distance is not too great and he has access to a car.

Schoenman mentions that he is sending Singh "... a carbon copy of a letter that was sent by Lord Russell to India to Dr. Radhakrishnan." Schoenman suspects the original may not have reached Radhakrishnan and asks Singh to "bring this copy to the President's attention."

Schoenman asks Bajpai for a translation of the enclosed article (not present) "... by Lord Russell in Hindi which concerns Mr. Nehru."

Bajpai, writing on behalf of the High Commissioner, thanks Schoenman for the articles concerning the Congo and Vietnam.

Wood, writing on behalf of BR, asks if it would be possible for BR to meet with "... Prime Minister Shastri during his forthcoming visit to London."

Singh informs Wood that the Embassy hopes "... to let you know whether it will be possible for Mr. Shastri to meet Lord Russell, in a few days' time"; see record 67427.

Mehta thanks Schoenman for the "copies of recent communications from Lord Russell to our Prime Minister." Mehta also asks Schoenman to "convey to Lord Russell my personal regards".

Haksar is Deputy High Commissioner.

Haksar encloses a copy of an article published in the Morning News, 31 October 1965. Haksar asks BR to advise him "... if the article in question was, in fact, contributed by you."

Enclosed is a clipping from the Morning News of Dacca, document .179115, PD(X). The headline reads: "Motive Behind India's Attack", and concerns the attack by the Indian army on Pakistan in response to the crisis in Kashmir.

Schoenman advises Haksar that the article that appeared in the Morning News was contributed by BR; see record 67430.

Wood, on BR's request, encloses a copy of a letter (not present) "which he recently sent to Mrs. Gandhi."

Shukla thanks Wood for her letter of 25 February 1966 in which she enclosed a letter "written by Lord Russell to Mrs. Gandhi"; see record 67432.

The document is a three-page clipping from the Italian newspaper Mondo Nuovo (New World) 3 October 1965. The article is in Italian and concerns the Indo-Pakistani crisis over Kashmir.

Kaur is an Indian Cabinet Minister.

Although Kaur mentions that she believes in peace, she also states that "the people of India will never accept a cease-fire unless the Chinese go back to their positions before their unwarranted attack on our land last September."

This letter appears on the verso of the one found at record 67436.

BR, responding to Kaur's previous letter (see record 67435), comments that "I conclude that by peace and mediation you mean dispassionate awareness on the part of others and belligerent postures for Indians." BR apologizes for being blunt as "it has been painful for me to realize that fifteen years of professions of peace in this tired world do not apply to those who have proclaimed them."

BR asks Nehru if he could send two of his representatives to India to discuss the plans of the BRPF. "The two young men are ex-prisoners, like the two of us."

BR is "encouraged that India has accepted the Colombo proposals", and thanks Nehru for his "willingness to see my colleagues". The letter is typed on Plas Penrhyn letterhead.

Also present is a copy of the letter, TL(CAR). The ribbon copy has been folded, as if for sending. BR's signature is not well executed.

BR recounts the "doctrine of extermination" present in previous armed conflicts and links this to the testing of nuclear weapons. BR comments that "the movement of resistance to nuclear war in India is of first importance."

At the top of the first page: "Also for use for filmed message from B.R." BR seems to have written before for Zamindar. See B&R A34.6a.

Signature possibly secretarial.

BR comments on the danger of the present arms race between the Soviet Union and the United States. BR states that "India needs a peace movement which is independent just as the Eastern European countries and other communist states need peace movements which oppose the follies of their own governments."

"Returned by (unsent) Onlooker" appears at the top left-hand corner. At the top right-hand corner: "Sent 19/9/63". The article was returned by the Onlooker's editor. See record 66768.

Also present are various copies of the statement:

Document .179126, a three-page TL(CAR).
Document .179127, a five-page TL(CAR).
Document .179128, a five-page TL(CAR).

Raess is editor of the Osmania Graduates' Association's newspaper Vanita Maha Vidyalaya.

BR encloses a message for the Vanitia Maha Vidyalaya within the body of the letter. The message concerns the danger of nuclear war and the Sino-Indian dispute.

The document is a clipping from the Indian weekly paper Mainstream. BR comments on the life and accomplishments of Nehru. "What is evident is that Nehru's death has removed serious hopes of negotiations with China and of settlement over Kashmir."

Untitled.

BR comments on the Sino-Indian crisis and the dispute with Pakistan over Kashmir: "the Indo-Pakistani fighting enabled the United States to deflect the world's attention from its barbarous war in Vietnam." BR also calls "completely insupportable" India's refusal to enter into negotiations with China over the boundary dispute.

BR mentions that he has "... long admired the policy of the government of Pakistan because of its independence and clear refusal to surrender to the dictates of foreign economic and political dictates." BR calls the Kashmir dispute "a clear case of self-determination violated by foreign force." BR cites the role of the C.I.A. and the scope of American defence spending.

The document is from the 22 November 1964 issue of The Illustrated Weekly of India in the article titled "With Bitterness towards None". BR praises Nehru for his accomplishments and mourns his loss.

Also present are various clippings from the same publication:

"Nehru: an Assessment" by Kingsley Martin.
"Nehru in Retrospect" by Earl Attlee.
"Nehru: Some Memories" by Arnold Toynbee.
"My Image of Nehru" by Averell Harriman.
"An Indirect Encounter" by Allen Ginsberg.
"The Impact of Nehru on the Creative Mind" by Dom Moraes.

The document is a letter to BR in the form of a booklet, An Appeal to World's Conscience: the Indian Carnage, a Letter to Earl Bertrand Russell Hon. President International War Crimes Tribunal. Dar informs BR of the persecution of the Muslim minority in India and asks him "... to raise this issue on [an] international level and constitute a tribunal to deal with the crimes of delinquent India."

Farley, in response to Dar's request to set up a tribunal to investigate India's persecution of the Muslim minority, comments that "we do not have the financial resources to embark upon such projects." Farley asks Dar to "send us documentation on the circumstances to which you refer."

The letter is typed on the verso of BRPF letterhead.

BR is "grateful" to Diwakar for circulating his earlier letter and asks Diwakar "... to keep the formation of the Bertrand Russell Peace Foundation a matter of confidence for the time being." BR mentions the Sino-Indian conflict, noting that "negotiations of any kind are preferable to the grave consequences of continued fighting."

Diwakar is Chairman of the Gandhi Peace Foundation.

Kaur is Indian Minister for Health.

BR thanks Kaur for the 90th birthday greetings and outlines the plans for "a great Peace Foundation". BR mentions that he has "... been persuaded, with deeply felt reluctance, that the Foundation be called the Bertrand Russell Peace Foundation." BR asks if Kaur would consent to sponsoring the BRPF.

Diwakar is Chairman of the Gandhi Peace Foundation.

Diwakar mentions that "our meeting with Dr. Rotblat in London was quite interesting." Diwakar comments on the formation of the BRPF, stating that, "in my humble opinion, the objects of the Foundation may include education of the people in peaceful human relationship, though the immediate purpose may be to make them aware of the dangers of nuclear tests and nuclear war."

Kaur thanks Schoenman for the copy of the "programme produced for Bertrand Russell's 90th birthday celebrations". She adds "I hope the great man is well".

Baker mentions that "it has been arranged that I go to New Delhi in March to see Mr. Nehru about it, after the Indian elections." Baker thanks BR for his interest.

Nanavaty comments that "the Chinese aggression on India and the Sino-Indian boundary dispute stands as a loaded weapon to smash world peace through a major war." Nanavaty proposes that a "neutral non-political body" be formed with the purpose of getting India and China to agree to a cease-fire.

At the top of the first page: "Statement file for reference (show belligerent Indians)".

On the second page, in Nanavaty's hand: "This appeal is first being sent to revered Earl Bertrand Russell with a request to send it to Mr. Peter Cadogan. The accompanying may kindly be signed and dated by anyone. If you decide not to sign the appeal it must be returned to me." Also on the second page, left-hand margin, in Nanavaty's hand: "The accompanying should be sent to the addresses only if it bears signatures of all 3 of us P.C.N."

Enclosed is an appeal, document .179141. The appeal is addressed to the President of India (S. Radhakrishnan) and the Premier of China (Chou En-lai). The appeal calls for a cease-fire between the forces of India and China. The appeal has been signed by Nanavaty, but not BR or Peter Cadogan.

Chaudhuri is Secretary, Charuchandra College Teachers' Council.

Chaudhuri, writing on behalf of the teachers at the College, outlines their perspective on the Sino-Indian conflict and asks BR "... to speak out against the barbarous invasion of the Chinese on India and peace."

BR is "distressed to see the response of the Indian people to the border conflict with China", and insists "... that Chinese cease-fire be accepted and that this conflict be ended with determined negotiations."

Murthi is a professor, Dept. of Political Science, Rajasthan University.

BR is "... terribly distressed by the unexpected behaviour of the Indian people and the sudden confusion of their spokesmen for peace." BR mentions that it is Murti's duty to "... stand up against national passions and mass hysteria and say war in the nuclear age is insanity!"

Kaur comments on the Sino-Indian crisis, and specifically mentions that "India will never accept a cease-fire unless the Chinese go back to their positions before their unwarranted attack."

BR, commenting on Kaur's recent letter (see record 67457), mentions that "it has been painful for me to realize that fifteen years of professions of peace in this tired world do not apply to those that have proclaimed them."

Deodhekar outlines his viewpoint on the Sino-Indian dispute, and suggests possible Chinese motives for starting the conflict.

BR, responding to Deodhekar's letter (see record 67459), comments that "I do not believe China wishes to overrun India. Even China can not sustain such an undertaking...." BR assures Deodhekar that "... I shall do all within my capacity to influence a peaceful result."

Murthi comments on the Sino-Indian crisis, noting that it has reached "dangerous proportions of aggression". Murthi asks BR "to help me in facing this crisis".

Diwakar comments on the Sino-Indian crisis, noting that "it seems today nobody can guarantee the honesty of China. Even Russia seems unwilling if not unable to exercise any effective power."

Diwakar suggests one of the aims of the BRPF should be to promote a "peaceful human society" using "educative and instructive propaganda."

BR is in agreement with Nanavaty's letter and adds that Nanavaty "may certainly consider me a signatory to your statement." The statement in question is an appeal for a cease-fire between India and China.

At the foot of the page, in Schoenman's hand: "I wish to add that I consider the unilateral Chinese cease-fire and withdrawal sufficient action to require Indian agreement to begin negotiations. Any jurisdictional complaint belongs on the conference table."

Schoenman encloses "an appeal at the request of the sender." It is addressed to "P. Cadogan".

The appeal is not present, but is probably the one at document .179140, record 67453.

BR mentions that an article he wrote for the Statesman, New Delhi, was refused. BR is "... disturbed that Indian workers for peace are silent at this desperate moment." BR appeals for Diwakar to "speak for a cease-fire", and asks if the Gandhi Peace Foundation can circulate the article intended for the Statesman.

Attached to the letter is a handwritten note: "We have no copy of the letter from Diwakar to which this is a reply". The handwriting is that of Edith Russell. The letter may be document .179138.

Kahol is Professor of Physics, India.

Kahol comments on the Sino-Indian crisis, noting that "we are fortunate in having you as our contemporary—as our friend, philosopher and guide. Your words of wisdom will console me a lot in these days of political suffocation."

BR thanks Kahol for his previous letter (see record 67466), and mentions that he is "... trying to play some small part in encouraging Mr. Nehru to accept the cease-fire which was offered by the Chinese."

BR has taken up Diwakar's suggestion concerning the BRPF and accordingly, "it does include educative and instructive propaganda for all ideas promoting an ultimately peaceful human society."

Although the letter is addressed to "Dear Friends", it is assumed that the intended recipient is BR. The letter mentions that enclosed are various "statements and documents issued by the government of India." The letter mentions "we are sure we can count on you to take a correct view of the situation." Diwan Chaman Lall is Chairman, National Emergency Committee of All India Peace Council.

Enclosed are various documents:

Document .179157, a one-page statement, TS(MIM). The statement concerns Chinese aggression.
Unnumbered document, a four-page TS(MIM). The document is a copy of the text of the letter sent by Nehru to Chou En-lai regarding the Sino-Indian dispute.

Chadha comments on the Sino-Indian conflict: "it is strange, Sir, that a man of your ability and understanding has uttered not a single word to condemn this unprovoked Chinese invasion...."

BR thanks Chadha for his letter (record 67470), and comments that "some Indians might prefer to die rather than accept a cease-fire, but that is no reason why they should wish to take all mankind with them."

Diwakar is Chairman of the Gandhi Peace Foundation (aka Gandhi Smarak Nidhi).

Diwakar, commenting on the Sino-Indian crisis, mentions that "what is required is a reversion to the paths of peace. This is what India is also seeking."

Kahol comments on the Sino-Indian crisis and mentions that "I am awaiting arrest by Nehru's police under the newly passed Defence of India Act for resisting India's war effort! This is Gandhi's non-violent India!"

Kahol comments on the Sino-Indian crisis and mentions that "I find life hell for me. I am prepared to surrender my right of free expression during the period of emergency?—which may extend indefinitely"; see record 67473.

Rangappa thanks BR for his letter of 19 December 1962 (not present), and mentions that "I have passed on the relevant portion of your letter to the Congress for Cultural Freedom in Delhi."

At the foot of the page is a handwritten draft of the letter found at record 67476.

BR thanks Rangappa for his letter (see record 67475), and mentions that "I am greatly encouraged by your efforts and urge you to continue them. There are few rational voices in India today."

Rangappa hopes Sinha has received "the copy of my letter of 10 December to Earl Bertrand Russell which I sent to you...." In the letter BR had expressed his alarm and distress "by both the belligerence of Indian public opinion ... and the response of the Indian government...."

BR states that Diwakar's letter "gravely disappoints me". BR comments that Diwakar has not made any reference to distributing his statement concerning the Sino-Indian conflict, and adds "it is incredible to me that Gandhians can treat this dispute in the manner you do."

Lall is Chairman, All India Peace Council.

BR mentions that he is "distressed" by Lall's document in which he presents "an argument which vilifies China, exonerates India, derides conciliation [and] promotes war-like hatred...." BR states he cannot support "such a document", and "to issue it under the title 'All India Peace Council' is an abuse of my intelligence."

Nadkarmi thanks BR for his letter of 6 December 1962 and the copy of the statement from 30 November 1962.

Nanavaty wishes BR and his family a "very happy New Year", and mentions that "we are in the middle of a dense war hysteria." The date is taken from the postmark as the letter itself is not dated.

A handwritten draft of the letter at record 67482 appears on the top left-hand corner of the document.

BR is "grateful" for Nanavaty's letter (see record 67481), and is "encouraged to hear a sane Indian voice in this disillusioning time."

Diwakar is Chairman of the Gandhi National Memorial Fund.

Diwakar acknowledges the receipt of BR's letters from 27 November 1962 and 16 February 1963. Diwakar is glad "... preparation is going on for bringing into existence the Peace Foundation which would bear your illustrious name."

BR thanks Diwakar for his letter of 4 March 1963 (see record 67483), and is encouraged that Diwakar "will be considering my proposal to Mr. Nehru and I hope that you, like he, will pass upon it favourably."

Also present is an earlier draft of the letter: document .179174, TL. The letter is typed on Plas Penrhyn letterhead. A blue envelope is attached addressed to Diwakar, document .179175, TL(CAR).

Phizo is President, Naga National Council.

The Naga National Council proposes a cease-fire, followed by "full and frank discussion". The cease-fire is to be implemented 6 a.m. on 14 April 1963.

Diwakar informs BR that the Gandhi Peace Foundation will cover the airfare for the visit to India by BR's representatives. Diwakar asks for the timetable and names of the representatives. Diwakar mentions that a copy of "the draft of the proposed foundation" would be helpful so that it can be studied before BR's representatives arrive.

Lall is Chairman of the Committee of Indian Parliamentarians for Peace.

Although the letter is addressed "Dear Friends", it is assumed that BR is the intended recipient. Lall mentions that the National Conference for Non-Alignment and World Peace is being postponed to October 1963.

The document is a statement outlining the Indian government's position concerning the proposed cease-fire and peace negotiations with China.

BR is "... glad to learn that it will be possible for the Gandhi Peace Foundation to provide for two of my representatives to come to New Delhi." BR mentions that he will choose two representatives to go to New Delhi from three of his secretaries; namely, Ralph Schoenman, Christopher Farley, and Patrick Pottle, and provides their backgrounds.

Also present is a copy of the letter, document .179181, TL(CAR).

Shadda comments on the Delhi-Peking Friendship March and the Indian Sarvodaya Movement.

Mosley starts to make arrangements to record a series at the end of September as well as a talk on the influential books of BR's youth to be recorded at the same time. Mosley, on vacation in Wales, will contact BR if he finds himself in the area as the distance from Aberayron "formidable".

BR refers to Gregson's letter [missing] of September 13. It seems that Lord Hailsham is unable to partner with BR for the proposed discussions at the end of September. BR is prepared for this and suggests other speakers such as Muggeridge, Ustinov, and Connolly. BR refers to an August 2 letter from Mosley, and asks Gregson how many talks are needed for the series on books of BR's youth, and the length of such talks.

It is not apparent why this document is an unsigned typed copy of the original, but perhaps it was given to Gregson, who was quite ill.

Gregson sets out his arrangements for BR's visit to London:

On September 26 a talk with Malcolm Muggeridge on the topic "That the Notion of Progress is a Dangerous Illusion" will be recorded.
On September 27 a talk with Muggeridge and J. Bronowski responding to an anonymous article in The New Statesman on the survival of societies and their cultures will be recorded.
And on the 28th BR and Muggeridge will be joined by Peter Ustinov whose play "Romanoff and Juliet" deals with the assumptions of the national characteristics of contrasting nations, and the discussion will follow in that vein.

Gregson suggests that the series on the books of BR's youth be six installments long at 14 and a half minutes each.

BR agrees to all of Gregson's arrangements for his trip to London at the end of September. BR is not prepared for as many as six talks on the books of his youth, and it will take him more time to "think the matter over". He may not have time to prepare any of them before his trip to London.

Gregson refers to a meeting between BR and Kay Fuller where they discussed the series of six talks on the influential books of BR's youth. Recording dates in November are confirmed, and Gregson asks for the scripts to be sent by the end of October. Again the BBC will pay BR's travelling and accommodation expenses.

As BR has requested an alteration in the recording dates for the six part series on influential books of BR's youth, Fuller lays out rehearsal and recording times for November 10, 12, and 13. Fuller adds that if BR is free for a luncheon after the recording of the 10th, it would give her "great pleasure if we could have it together".

Gregson suggests, now that arrangements for the six talks on books have been confirmed, that another discussion with Malcolm Muggeridge and Cyril Connolly be recorded on November 9 as BR will be in town. If BR agrees, Gregson will suggest the topic of humanism to Connolly. Gregson "vividly remembers" BR's remarks on "The consolation of philosophy" and "The similarity of Boethius' period to our own". [This may be a reference to BR's talk "Rewards of Philosophy" on the BBC, 16 Feb. 1948.]

BR agrees to all of Fuller's arrangements for recording the six talks on books of his youth, and also the proposed luncheon.

Rose-Mary Sands, a producer for London Calling Asia, asks BR to contribute to a series of talks called "What I Believe" that features the basic beliefs of "outstanding" people.

BR declines Sands' invitation to the series "What I Believe", citing his great workload. BR refers Sands to a small book he has written, What I Believe, and he would find it "difficult to think of anything fresh to say on this subject."