Clues by L. E. Thomas in 1952 (2)
Ximenes competitions from 194 to 206 All clues by L. E. Thomas | 1952 (2) Honours list
Ximenes competitions from 194 to 206 All clues by L. E. Thomas | 1952 (2) Honours list
| First Prizes | Second Prizes | Third Prizes | VHCs | HCs | Honours Position | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L. E. Thomas | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 40 |
| No. | Clue word | Award | Clue | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202 | SPALPEEN | VHC | One has a bit of spurt with a good mount—even in the Irish Sweep! | sp(urt) alp e’en; sweep (sl.) = blackguard |
| 204 | ROSTER (Printer’s Devilry) | VHC | Forty/ gals lapping shandy and eggs on noodles! | For tyros tergal slapping’s handy…; slap on the back |
HCs awarded in competitions: