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Derby Eve Reflections and Derby Chaos Across London
A vivid row of memories and warnings ahead of the Derby dominates as the writer recalls last year’s rain at Spearm Downs and warns of limited rail service due to coal strikes. The piece notes Derby crowds, the Police “Donts” list, and Australian visitors in London. It recounts muddy chaos after the Derby with cars and buses stuck, rescues by tractors, and widespread disruption. It also touches on Egypt politics, British stance on the Stack case, and a mention of Woods peppermint cure for coughs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rory B
Speom' Downs
Tare
Tam
Lurney
Downs
mle @ quagmire
London
Kor
Luttenham Corner
Zaghlul Pasha
Cairo
Lee Stack
Dudge Kerane
Egypt