At the end of June, 1950, I went to Australia in response to an invitation by the Australian Institute of International Affairs to give lectures at various universities on subjects connected with the Cold War. ... I was shown a fine gaol where I was assured that the cells were comfortable. In reply to my query as to why, I was told: 'Oh, because all the leading citizens at one time or another are in gaol.' Source:The Autobiography of Bertrand Russell, v.3, chap. 1 More info.(pc site):http://russell-j.com/beginner/AB31-180.HTM