Chess 22 Nov 1937, Mon Evening star (Washington, District of Columbia) Newspapers.com
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By PAUL J. MILLER, Jr. HOW many times have you read cyclopaedia articles and wondered who the writer was? In the Encyclopaedia Britannica there appears a splendid article on chess, giving both the historical and acro6S-the-board aspects. The man who originally wrote that article died in 1919, after serving for years as chess editor for the English newspaper, Field. In the current edition of the Brltannlca the original article of L. Holler has been merged with the pen efforts of L. van Vliet and G. E. Smith, present chess editor of Field. The article is a brilliant depiction of chess openings and a sound treatise with which the beginner might well familiarize himself before procuring the latest copy of Holler's work, “Chess," which now appears with new and modem lines of play according to the lucid insight of J. Du Mont.
Da Mont's edition of Holler’s “Chess" may be obtained from George Routledge Si Sons, Ltd., 68 Carter lane, E. C. 4, London. The price: S shillings. Chess Instruction Available.
ENQUIRIES invariably drift in by phone or card as to "Please, will you recommend some one who is qualified to teach me to play chess?" It seems that public lectures do not answer this demand, for many wish the privilege of personal instruction. To meet this need the services of Gen. Basil Bogoljubov, a shrewd and practical over-the-board player, will be available between the hours of 4-6 p.m. every day this week at the Social Chess Lounge, Parkslde Hotel. Beginners may arrange to play Gen. Bogoljubov either by calling in person or dialing District 3230, during the hour* named, for an appointment. The fee? Comparatively little, for Social Chess Education has arranged with Gen. Bogoljubov for the instructional games to advance interest in the royal game here and to aid beginners. Instructional games are only 25 cents each for beginners. For more advanced players the fee is only 50 cents per game and if the amateur can win from the general, his fee is returned.
The Social Chess Lounge, located at 1336 I street N.W., has placed its complete facilities at the disposal of Gen. Bogoljubov that the success of the instruction-by-game method may be assured. Make your appointment in advance if possible. Special Assembly of Divan. ^ORVAL WIGGINGTON, vice pres^ ident of the Washington Social Chess Divan and chairman of the Membership Committee, requests that all active and associate members of the Divan attend the special session to be held tomorrow night at 8 o'clock, Parkside Hotel.
This meeting is of grave import to the welfare of the Divan. Shall the Divan continue to sponsor public chess? Organized chess? Social chess? Shall the clubroom be closed or shall the program be full speed ahead? As a follower of chess, as a member of the Divan, it is vital indeed that you be present to give benefit of clergy, counsel, and express your personal opinion. The general tournament will continue immediately after Vice President Wigglnton has laid his cards on the table. Thanksgiving Rally. 'FREE chess; open house; the public is invited and all clubs in the District are urged to turn out 100 per cent for the informal meeting of the Metropolitan Chess Association, Wednesday, 8 p.m., 1336 I street N.W.
It is an evening to be devoted to “community chess,” and you can’t afford to miss the fun.
Da Mont's edition of Holler’s “Chess" may be obtained from George Routledge Si Sons, Ltd., 68 Carter lane, E. C. 4, London. The price: S shillings. Chess Instruction Available.
ENQUIRIES invariably drift in by phone or card as to "Please, will you recommend some one who is qualified to teach me to play chess?" It seems that public lectures do not answer this demand, for many wish the privilege of personal instruction. To meet this need the services of Gen. Basil Bogoljubov, a shrewd and practical over-the-board player, will be available between the hours of 4-6 p.m. every day this week at the Social Chess Lounge, Parkslde Hotel. Beginners may arrange to play Gen. Bogoljubov either by calling in person or dialing District 3230, during the hour* named, for an appointment. The fee? Comparatively little, for Social Chess Education has arranged with Gen. Bogoljubov for the instructional games to advance interest in the royal game here and to aid beginners. Instructional games are only 25 cents each for beginners. For more advanced players the fee is only 50 cents per game and if the amateur can win from the general, his fee is returned.
The Social Chess Lounge, located at 1336 I street N.W., has placed its complete facilities at the disposal of Gen. Bogoljubov that the success of the instruction-by-game method may be assured. Make your appointment in advance if possible. Special Assembly of Divan. ^ORVAL WIGGINGTON, vice pres^ ident of the Washington Social Chess Divan and chairman of the Membership Committee, requests that all active and associate members of the Divan attend the special session to be held tomorrow night at 8 o'clock, Parkside Hotel.
This meeting is of grave import to the welfare of the Divan. Shall the Divan continue to sponsor public chess? Organized chess? Social chess? Shall the clubroom be closed or shall the program be full speed ahead? As a follower of chess, as a member of the Divan, it is vital indeed that you be present to give benefit of clergy, counsel, and express your personal opinion. The general tournament will continue immediately after Vice President Wigglnton has laid his cards on the table. Thanksgiving Rally. 'FREE chess; open house; the public is invited and all clubs in the District are urged to turn out 100 per cent for the informal meeting of the Metropolitan Chess Association, Wednesday, 8 p.m., 1336 I street N.W.
It is an evening to be devoted to “community chess,” and you can’t afford to miss the fun.
