The Guardian - Quick crossword No 12,684 - Jan 5 2011

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Clues Answers
(Long) period of time AEON
Ancient city in Asia Minor TROY
Argument DISPUTE
Band of delinquents GANG
Biscuit made with ground almonds MACAROON
Cissy MILKSOP
Consecutive (informal) BACKTOBACK
Dishevelled UNKEMPT
Encourage EGGON
European capital PARIS
Garment TROUSERS
Ice cream with toppings SUNDAE
Clues Answers
In a hopeless position ONTHEROPES
Involuntary and painful contraction of a muscle CRAMP
Mat for decanter or glasses COASTER
Old stringed instrument LUTE
Panic FLAP
Period of time HOUR
Rowdy scuffle BRAWL
Send off (mail) DISPATCH
Site of rebellious tea party BOSTON
Stooge to a comedian STRAIGHTMAN
Tea party (slang) BUNFIGHT