You can gain access to the Times archive by joining the Bedfordshire Virtual library. You do not need to be a Bedfordshire resident to join the ONLINE part of the Bedfordshire Library. See http://www.galaxy.bedfordshire.gov.uk/cgi-bin/vlib.sh click "Join Online" Of course you can't use the other facilities of Bedfordshire Library only the *online* material. There's no need to "fudge" your address. I joined some time ago and used my true address (which is Essex England)... I know of others who joined and they live California! regards Anne H.