Expensive fast lenses not always best for photos
The article argues that the priciest fast lenses may not yield sharper pictures than cheaper ones. It explains how a larger maximum opening lets in more light but often lacks enough speed for all situations. Alternatives include faster film, tripods, or flash, with many practical choices depending on lighting and camera format.
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Copley News Service
Hie
Jens
Fischer
Pischer
Spassky
Fear of encephalitis epidemic in California valley
Health officials warn that old miracle chemicals fail to control mosquitoes, risking a valley wide encephalitis outbreak. Experts cite resistance to baylex and parathion, urging better water management as the only feasible solution amid rising Concern over Venezuelan strains and southeastern cases, with irrigation ditches and rice fields fueling breeding sites.
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Fresno
UPI
California
Tien Central
W. Donald Murray
California’ Mosquito Control Association
Delta
Murray
Murrity
Farrer
Richard Sherman Chess Central California Regional Tournament
Charles Pardini of Sat. Paia won the Concord Regional Chess event with 344-4. Prize money awarded in multiple divisions, top scorers included Roger Gabrielson and Ken Grivannis, with Ben Gross and Igor Gritaai taking Class B and C honors. The weekend drew 82 players, featuring Larry Gilden’s lecture and a 14-board simultaneous by James Tarjan at the Mechanics Institute.
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Central Galifornia Chess Association
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Dune Wil
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Will Noble
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Igor Gritaai
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Richard Paige
Sunol
Martin Morrison
Wrhich
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Larry Gilden
Mechanics’ Institute Chess Clu
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Jupe
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Berkeley
Joe Tracy
David Krause
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Dave Matson
Chigniia
USCF
James Tarjan
Mechanics’ Institute
Kevin Fong
Harvard
Jerry Rogers
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