I cannot but conclude that our recent meeting has provided an appropriate occasion on which to raise the topic which now exercises my constant concern.
READ THE ATTACHED LETTER, as I did!
Need more be said? It resulted in my volunteering for the
Rodent Protection Society
– an extension to the Animal Rights Movement
Our purpose is to enhance people's perception of rats and the useful role they play in our society.
Because of your kindly concern for animals, you have been selected provisionally as a RODENT FOSTER FRIEND. You can save a family of rats from harrassment. I have applied on your behalf.
You will shortly receive your rat family, together with a booklet on Rat Care and Nourishment. As your family increases, contact your friends for their support. Take some rats with you. We call this 'Familiarisation by Feeling'.
For reason of old age, incapacity or cats,* you may not be able to accept the offer. If so, please contact the Rodent Protection Society directly and immediately. On no account simply abandon your rat family at the side of the motorway or elsewhere. Remember: a rat is not just for Christmas!
* Cats may be rendered harmless in tooth and claw.
Dear Sir
The anti bloodsports groups are too selective in their concerns. Their motives are suspect.
I believe they are really just anti- the working classes. They select only those 'animal rights' that will provide them with popular support in denigrating the natural leaders in human society.
Well, what about those other warm-blooded animals that live in families? They have proven intelligence and sensitivity. They are hunted to death in their thousands without protection or support. "If you prick us, do we not bleed?"
Yours, etc.,
A. Rat
