Spotting a peacenik by the newspaper they read | The Guardian

A few years ago my sons traveled with Aston Villa supporters to go to Wolves. A young police officer spotted them at the station with others to take them to the ground. But an older sergeant advised the officer: “Not those two – that one has a guard under his arm.” » What about the recognition of pacifists? Not bearded, they didn’t even wear sandals.
David Drew
Birmingham

There is a simple solution for those who fear running their washing machine at 60°C to wash their underwear or risking contamination (Letters, February 24): choose the military option and become a commando.
Dr. Bob Aron
Ilkley, West Yorkshire

Washing underwear at 60°C could result in shrinkage, which could well be harmful to the wearer.
Neil Angrave
London

Regarding the taboo of talking to strangers (How to talk to anyone – and why you should, February 24), readers might like to know that it does not apply (a) in rural areas, (b) anywhere in Wales and (c) when meeting another dog walker. However, in the latter case, you will have more chance of discovering the name of the dog than that of its owner.
David Pope
Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire

Living with an ostomy bag (Letters, February 20), I want to sing the praises of the leg bag. This triples urine capacity, giving you six hours between bathroom visits. It changes the whole experience of an evening at the theater or a walk in the countryside.
Christopher Haslett
Tadworth, Surrey