What happened when a British crossword editor talked cryptics in the US?
This year, there was a distinguished guest at the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Stamford, Connecticut. In this annual event, overseen by the New York Times puzzle editor, Will Shortz, contestants grapple with multiple puzzles; among the grapplers was Richard Rogan, crossword editor of the (London) Times. Here’s what happened.
Division A: Side of beef?
Division B: One side of a disputed story?