Crossbeard by THOMAS JOSEPH
The puzzle page presents a cryptic crossword with Across and Down clues including historical figures and linguistic hints. It lists sample entries, theme notes on one letter representing another, and a quoted cryptoquote by James Robinson from 1978 King Features Syndicate.
Irregular opening lead costs declarer in national pairs
In a national men’s pair championship, West Marshall Miles opened with nine of hearts, an unorthodox move. Declarer, assuming East held A Q J hearts and West the K J diamonds, misfinessed and failed to reach ten tricks, going down two for a 200 point loss as East and West executed precise defense.
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West
Marshall Miles
California
Star
Nine of Hearts
Miles
East
Hearts
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