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"I never experienced such a comfortable journey, either by train, sea or car, and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment. One can powder one's nose in an airplane as easily as in a dressing room. When I wasn't watching the scenery beneath, I spent most of my time reading or in writing letters.

"My single suitcase proved ample baggage. Indeed, I could have done with less." Thus, jauntily spoke Lady Hoare, wife of Air Minister Sir Samuel Hoare, as she landed at Delhi, the Capital of India, last week, after flying from London in eleven...

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