CCCWC November competition voters’ comments on Clue no. 5

CCCWC November competition voters’ comments

Clue no. 5: Before finale of play, Richard the Third becomes an ass.

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1.	I can't accept that 'the third' means the same as 'third letter of the'. Sorry.
2.	Unsound: DICK E = 'Richard the's Third' / 'Richard Third of the'

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Surface reading in most clues leaves something to be desired. 1 3 5 13 17 33 40 42and 43 stand out positively on surface quality.

CCCWC November competition voters’ comments Clue no. 5: Before finale of play, Richard the Third becomes an ass.

CCCWC November competition voters’ comments

Clue no. 5: Before finale of play, Richard the Third becomes an ass.