November 1, 2011 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 659

Toughie No 659 by Giovanni

After the Lord Mayor’s Show …

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Last Friday’s outstanding Toughie from Notabilis was a hard act to follow. Today we have a puzzle that is only marginally more difficult than a typical back-page offering and my blue highlighter wasn’t required. On a positive note, it is better than the last Giovanni puzzle that I reviewed.

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DT 26698

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 26698

Hints and tips by Gazza

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There are a few amusing clues in this puzzle but most of it is fairly straightforward and not too exciting. Your views, as always, are very welcome.
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