AThe Daily Herald Provo, Utah Friday, March 17, 1972 - Page 10
Springville Man Discovers Unique Use For Nuts and Bolts -- Making Chess Sets by Darrell Berkheimer
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Teaches Youths
Mrs. Whiting noted he is particularly interested in youths and her husband explained he instructs 14 and 15 year old boys in the Aaronic priesthood. He reported he has taught several of them how to play chess. In addition, he has been involved in Scouting.
Returning to chess, Mr. Whiting said, “I think people in the United States are going to take more of an interest in chess now because of Bobby Fischer. He's the U.S. champion and he'll be competing against that Russian fella for the world championship.
“I believe he's the first one from the United States to ever qualify to play in the world finals,” Mr. Whiting said, adding “And he might play in part of the world tournament in Las Vegas this year.”
Although Mr. Whiting refers to himself as only an occasional player, it is very noticeable that he is a student of the game who follows what's happening in the chess world. …
Making The Opening Move Fri, Mar 17, 1972 – 10 · The Daily Herald (Provo, Utah) · Newspapers.com
Springville Man Discovers Unique Use For Nuts and Bolts -- Making Chess Sets Fri, Mar 17, 1972 – 10 · The Daily Herald (Provo, Utah) · Newspapers.com
