Author Archive for Captain Iso

In 1970, Tom Dempsey of the New Orleans Saints set the NFL field goal record of 63 yards at Tulane Stadium. The record stood untouched for almost three decades until in 1998, Jason Elam of the Denver Broncos tied it at Mile High Stadium. At the post game press conference Denver coach Mike Shanahan speculated [...]

Columbus Day

“They do not bear arms, and do not know them…They have no iron. Their spears are made of cane…They would make fine servants…With fifty men we could subjugate them all and make them do whatever we want.” –Christopher Columbus, from his log, regarding the Arawak Indians of the Bahama Islands. When he arrived on Hispaniola [...]

“Permanent peace is not possible because we are human beings. But there are chances for relative peace, and peace for longer periods. For that, one needs to make an effort.” –The Dalai Lama

Chess Etiquette, by Nell Ooc

[Reprinted from Chess in New York State, 1973-09] Dear Nell Ooc: At a recent out-of-town tournament I was paired with the local champion in round one. After about 25 moves my pencil dropped to the floor. When I got up to get it, somehow my belly got stuck and I upset the whole table, spilling [...]

professional gambler

As the U.S. government works to prohibit Internet gambling, you are reminded to only wager legally. Here are ten tips that will allow you to quit work and become a professional gambler. 1. Trust No One. 2. Research as much as possible. 3. Bet with your head, not with your heart. 4. Wager only on [...]

“One day, my importance is going to be realized. I hope it’s not too late.” –Edgerrin James, Running Back, Arizona Cardinals