Aim: to discover what - if anything - is exercising the minds of hobbits.

The plot to disband "OUR HOME" (otherwise the codename for all groups opposed to Mordor) in the Hobbit kingdom has reaped great rewards. From scanning the Hobbit Times, Racing Edition we were able to discern that "OUR HOME" has been officially disbanded! This removes one more puny threat to our great realm....

Worrying interest in the Shire is being shown by the White Council - recently, an unnamed, respected member of the Istari sent a sealed request to the Hobbits. Double agents working for the Istari Post Office report that this could be the first move in an attempt to gain classified news reports from the kingdom.

A worrying rumour, possibly aimed at stirring up public hatred for our gracious land, is being spread amongst newcomers to the Hobbit world. Started by an annonymous Elf, unidentifiable for legal reasons, and backed up by popular myths heard by the Hobbits, the rumour suggests that Minions of Mordor indulge in drinking the blood of Hobbits and dining on Elf ears! Whilst undoubtedly true, the fact that Elves, Dwarves and Hobbits alike are all aware of this practice could strain international relations. Frodo was doing all in his power to destroy these rumours, but things could develop over the next few weeks.

Finally, the Elves may be preparing for war. A visitor to the Shire, from the Elven kingdom, left his calling card at numerous Hobbit holes, enquiring after able-bodied Hobbits with experience of weapon handling.

Forwarded to Angmar by Cirdar