The octet associated with CHERRY STONES (19) is: tinker (1A), tailor (40), soldier (20), sailor (15), rich man (6A), poor man (23), beggar man (1D), thief (32).
First prize Anthony Briggs, Brinkworth, Wilts
Runners-up Donald Bain, Edinburgh; G.R. Greig, Victoria BC, Canada

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