for long years had carried this distinction. Tokyo is now larger, in population, but in many respects London is still the most important city on earth. This is not because of the number of her inhabitants but due to the fact that through this great sprawling city for centuries the biggest Empire the world has even seen was governed. As a result the British museum is the greatest library in the world. St. Paul's possibly the greatest cathedral, The City is the greatest banking and commercial center of the world (with the possible exception of Wall Street) and Lloyd's of London which is in The City is the largest insurance network. We could go on adding to this list indefinitely but to what end? Everyone knows of the grandness of London. In many respects, England is the ideal place for an American to retire. The language advantages are obvious and no country offers so much in the way of entertainment, cultural activities and opportunities to pursue a study of almost any subject as does England. Plays, movies, radio and TV must remain a mystery to us in France, Italy or Spain until we learn the language. But in England all these are immediately ours to enjoy. Nor is England one of the expensive nations of Europe. London, unfortunately is high, particularly in rents, but otherwise England is one of the cheaper countries. Except for tobacco and alcoholic beverages which are taxed tremendously. In fact, the foreigner residing in England is even eligible for many of the socialized medicine advantages. § ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. England, like our own country, is one of the toughest nations to enter. Elsewhere in the world, you get a token inspection of your luggage by customs and a quick stamp in your passport and you're through. But in England they definitely inspect your luggage and an immigration official questions you on your reason for your trip. Simply tell them "tourist" and that's enough. Another hazard. They'll ask you how much money you have with you. If it seems too small an amount, say less than $500, they simply won't let you in. England has no desire to have you on her hands broke. Of course, you aren't bodily searched. The contents
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