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David A. Curtis
(October 19, 1846 - March 23, 1923)
He was the poker expert of the New York Sun newspaper.
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The Science of Draw Poker
David A. Curtis
A treatise comprising of the analysis of principles, calculation of chances, codification of rules, study of situations, glossary of poker terms necessary to a comprehensive understanding of the great American Game.
This is an excellent introduction on draw poker and poker in general. It does not only cover the basics of rules and odds, but also provides a real introduction to the intricacies and challenges of poker and offers the beginner the first and vital lessons in the most important aspects that factor into becoming a proficient poker player.
- Description of the Game
- What Draw-Poker...
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Stand Pat
David A. Curtis
Poker stories from the Mississippi.
The stories play in Brownsville and Arkansas City both located on the West bank of the Mississippi river during the second half of the 19th century.
Excerpt from the preface:
The things that I saw, that seemed worthy of note, I have set down without prejudice to the little town of Brownsville, which has grown since I was there. Let no citizen of the place pursue me vindictively because I found him less interesting than Stumpy. And let no one’s civic pride suffer because I noted in the town only what seemed to me picturesque. I have no quarrel with...
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Queer Luck
David A. Curtis
Poker Stories from the New York Sun
- Why he Quit the Game
- Freeze-out for a Life
- A Gambler's Pistol Play
- Queer Runs of Luck
- Storms's Straight Flush
- For a Senate Seat
- The Bill Went Through
- Poker for High Stakes
- "Overland Jack"
- His Last Sunday Game
- Foss Stopped the Game
- He Played for His Wife
- The Club's Last Game
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