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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1978
Page
7
Gazette report notes backgammon’s long history from ancient boards to Las Vegas winnings. Iowa Backgammon Association founder Tom Owens cites rapid local growth from 20 members in February to 55, with Cedar Rapids driving recent gains.
Union Station Lounge owner Tom Owens sponsors Iowa Backgammon Association events with Bill Lange of Osgood Shepherds. Tournaments at Osgood's or Union Station draw players, offer $65 top prizes, and charge non-members $7.50 with $5 for members.
The Spokesman notes growing U S bicycle racing as athletes train for the 1980 Moscow Olympics. It covers IHPSC speed events, rail track and road racing and a 160 mile winter race in Texas. Abbott’s 140 mph mark and the 55 mph prize drive for faster bikes are highlighted along with Hawkeye Association rides this weekend.
A bridge article recounts a tense slam and partner missteps with East’s errors noted. The piece closes by reporting a Camden jury’s 1973 verdict of innocent in the 1971 break‑in of a federal building and draft file destruction by 17 antiwar activists.
The text explains backgammon mechanics including dice roles determining first move and number of moves, how players choose colors and directions, starting setup with 15 pieces on 12 points, goal to bear off all pieces, and the impact of doubles and open or blotted points. Variations like Acey Deucy and Moulezim are noted plus learning from books.
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