LAST week I was shopping in York, and I thought somebody had taken my purse from my pocket. On my return home, there was half a message on my answering machine: "It's safe and secure, goodbye". No telephone number was left so I could not ring back on.

Later my bank rang to say the purse had been handed in. I collected it, and found everything, including cash, was still inside. This has taught me a lesson in security, but also proves there are still some honest people in York.

I wish to thank the person who found my purse.

The voice on my answerphone sounded kind and comforting.

A I Yates,

Danesmead Close,

Fulford, York.