Swimmer George Young Takes Ocean Bet With Catalina Effort
An illustrated column recalls 1936 bets surrounding seventeen year old George Youne and a Catalina Channel swim wagered at 25 000 with 10 600 on the line. It notes a Hollywood pursuit and humor about wagers, people, and disguises, with a nod to Aqua Pritts promoter Al Gluck and ocean adventure gossip from a magazine page.
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Famous Last Words From a Playful Night of Solitaire
Adam Scofflaw recounts a chaotic night of cards and sermons ending at 3 a.m. with unfinished games. The narrator laments failed bets and restless thoughts as a dove and a teeny bell echo in the background. A humorous riff ends with a mock line about public gum chewing.
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