Letters: Nov. 16, 1970

That Special Gift

Sir: To attempt to brag about your "special gift to homogenize a diverse society" in your "American Notes" [Oct. 26] at the moment when your neighbor is burying a murdered leader is the height of cruelty and conceit. Undoubtedly there were Canadians who expressed feelings other than anguish when American leaders were murdered—but for those of us who consider you a friend, your words are senseless. You owe us a retraction.

R. WARREN PHILLIPS

Pointe Claire, Que.

Sir: From the same people who brought us Viet Nam, Watts, Kent State and...

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