Sir, - I empathise with Yvonne Smith (June 5th) up to a point. As one who likewise is a member of the fifties' club, I too have been proffered the poisoned chalice of a seat on public transport. However, while Mrs Smith fends off unsettling chivalries with magic from a little bottle, she should spare a thought for those who are bereft of anything on top to rinse! - Yours, etc.,
Oliver McGrane, Marley Avenue, Dublin 16.