Clues by A. Robins in 1949 (2)
Ximenes competitions from 105 to 117 All clues by A. Robins | 1949 (2) Honours list
Ximenes competitions from 105 to 117 All clues by A. Robins | 1949 (2) Honours list
| First Prizes | Second Prizes | Third Prizes | VHCs | HCs | Honours Position | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Robins | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 34 |
| No. | Clue word | Award | Clue | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 105 | SMITHEREENS | VHC | Fission chips—see the riddle in it? | i.e. …the ree…; punning def. |
| 111 | PLEASANT | VHC | Facetious action by Father Christmas—left without a present! | plea + Sant(a) |
HCs awarded in competitions:
107 STRAMASH
109 PERI
110 LEVIGATE
112 SHEET (DLM)
114 TAPPIT-HEN
116 WATERLOO