SHAW WON'T HELP.
BUT HIS LETTER DOBS* BIRMINGHAM. Although he put up no money, George Bernard Shaw has contributed to restoration of a medieval manor house here. Replying to a letter asking a contribution for the work, Shaw said: — "Better sell the whole place to America. I have no influence in Birmingham. There are thousands of leadino, citizens who can afford the needed money better than I. Besides, if Birmingham does not want the castle, I should interfere." Shaw's letter was auctioned for £10, which the sponsors turned over to the restoration fund.
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Auckland Star, Volume LXVII, Issue 172, 22 July 1936, Page 15
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93SHAW WON'T HELP. Auckland Star, Volume LXVII, Issue 172, 22 July 1936, Page 15
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