Wordy Wise

CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSS — Russell, 1849 prospector. CALIFORNIA GOLD HUSH — attempt to keep the presence of precious metal a secret. CALIFORNIA GOLD CRUSH — aftermath of failure to keep the presence of precious metal a secret. CALIFORNIA GOLD BRUSH — for sweeping up after you’ve been prospecting. CALIFORNIA GOLD RASH — skin complaint of prospectors. CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSE — scam persuading prospectors to part with vast sums of cash. CALIFORNIA GOLD RUST — a sure sign that it’s fake.

Dave Cullen, Leeds.