I was seen by a host of doctors then sent home as they had no idea what was wrong.

On June 16, I was again admitted still in pain, and again sent home to suffer.

Following an echocardiograph on July 11, I was told I needed a new valve for my heart. Despite all sorts of pills I get these severe pains.

Surely in this day and age I should not have to put up with this agony? — Mr A. Robertson.

Despite this, the lurid tales of what he thought of Dundee and its jute workers continue.

Considering that all this happened more than 80 years ago, it is intriguing that Churchill’s alleged comments are still so fresh in people’s minds.

Were they quoted in the Press at the time? In the dark days of 1940/41 the Luftwaffe was bombing our cities at will and William Joyce (Lord Haw Haw) was broadcasting nightly from Germany telling us to surrender. He was identifying famous landmarks in our cities as targets.

A story went round that he told the citizens of Dundee to take their last look at the Tap o’ the Hill clock. No one actually heard him saying this, but the story went the rounds nevertheless.

Is this what happened to the Churchill story? — R. F., Broughty Ferry.

He mostly had the vote of the jute barons and business community, but not the workers.

Once Mrs Churchill appeared on a platform in Dundee to try to sway the electorate, saying her husband was a jolly old chap, and very sporty.

This was a mistake. There were many women and suffragettes at every meeting who rang a hand bell, much to her discomfort. Churchill later remarked he was struck by the looks of passionate hatred on the faces of the women. He had much to learn of the strength of Dundee women.

I give credit to the people of Dundee for not wanting a statue of such a man. — Jack Stewart, Potterhill, Perth.

Unfortunately, Dundee City Council doesn’t hold this view and decided to put a substantial area under concrete for a skate park.

Graffiti, litter, beer cans and large groups of youths now greet anyone brave enough to walk there.

Gang logos cover the old bowling green pavilion, while upturned benches and broken fences surround the skate park.

At a residents’ meeting prior to construction, these concerns were made to the council representatives, but were dismissed. — Ian Reid, Dundee.

The same cars and white vans have occupied the same spots six days a week from 8am til 5pm, blocking access and generally taking liberties with the law since the building of the university residence began.

These freeloaders also seem to think they have a right to park in the residents’ private car park at South Mill/Brown Street while they enjoy their tea and lunch breaks.

I’ve asked representatives of the landlords, the council’s traffic department and even mentioned it to the construction company. None of whom seem to think there is a problem.

Are they all turning the same blind eye? — Parking Mad, Dundee.

I’ve tried searching for a website for the group, but haven't been successful so far.

I’ve heard they are planning to bring out a new album soon, and am keen to find out when it will be released. — Richard Finlay.

[The official Cure website is www.thecure.com where you can find details of their latest round of re-mastered releases, which is out in August.]

According to Transport Scotland an agreement in principle has been reached in relation to a major road junction but specifically states that “the developers need to do further detailed work to show that such a junction would operate satisfactorily”.

It also states the developer must demonstrate road conditions and safety on the A90 and surrounding areas will not be affected. It suggests Transport Scotland is aware of current peak period road conditions and that data is provided by the developer.

However, I question the accuracy of the data as some of the statistics date back to 2003 and others do not take background traffic into consideration. The community, motorists, cyclists and small businesses will all be seriously affected.

I feel the proposal has already been given the green light without due consideration and it is only a matter of fulfilling formalities. — Mohammed Sarwar, Pricecracker, Fintry Road, Dundee.