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Press, 31 May 1978, Page 14

Across I—This bearer is an expert near the head of the march. (4) 3— -Engaged in fisticuffs — rejected. (8) 8— Completely engrossed in unusual part. (4) 9— Give a hint to a close friend. (8) 11— Having a chance of victory during the race. (2,3, 7) 13— Is this kind of slave committed to work in the kitchen? (6) 14— The smell of fish near the top of the sea. (6) 17— In search of an idea for postscript. (12) 20 — Treatment that is always to hand. (8) 21— It could certainly contribute to misty eyesight. (4) 22— Team with pace avoid the tackle. (4-4) 23— Sounds like those in favour of observers. (4) Down 1— The end of an engagement. (8) 2— Rome, for instance, should provide some interest. (7) 4— Foreign representative to seek advice endlessly. (6) 5— A false statement by a whole group of people causing estrangement. (10) 6— -Clear the level ground. (5) 7— Performed artistically and proved an attraction. (4) 10—They get looked up for testimonials. (10) 12— Greatly disturbs by shocking threat in the ship. (8) 15— Showing chivalry, we hear, every time it’s dark. (7) 16— Make fast! (6) 18— Deliver a verdict, we hear — required to pay. (5) 19— They measure the juice for a chemist. (4) (Solution tomorrow) Yesterday’s solution Across: 1, Draughtsman, 9, Ailment; 10, Roman; 11, Ridge; 12, Elector; 13, Accost; 15, Claret; 18, Stamina; 20, Ambit; 22, Nobel; 23, Midland; 24, Drawingroom; Down: 2, Ruled; 3, Useless; 4, Hatred; 5, Serve; 6, Ammeter; 7, Hair-raising; 8, Ingratitude; 14, Chamber; 16, Leander; 17, Gammon; 19, In-law; 21, Bravo.