Called to do the honors from the roadside restaurant he owns, Edward (“Lofty”) Milton, 54, Rhodesia’s part-time public executioner, was professionally incapable of understanding the commotion.

When Britain imposed economic sanctions on the rebellious Southern Rhodesian government four months ago, it seemed unrealistic to argue over the terms of any future settlement. The Conservatives ...

Firefighters were called to the derelict Rhodesia Hotel in Clifton Crescent, Folkestone just after 2.30am. At its height, seven fire engines were in attendance, along with a height vehicle.