Cryptoquote Spoiler – 04/23/10

“It usually takes me more than three weeks to prepare a good impromptu speech.”   — Mark Twain

Jumble Spoiler – 04/23/10

Visual Description:  Frick and Frack . . . at the track.

OUDES  =  DOUSE,  YAIDS  =  DAISY,  PHISBO  =  BISHOP,  NECCAT  =  ACCENT   —   Giving us:  DODSIHOCCE

Clue/Question:  When the railbird bet on the long shot, it was an . . .

Answer:  “ODDS” CHOICE

(Some good clue words today!  And, a semi-topical theme.  The Kentucky Derby goes off a week from tomorrow.  I just hope they keep the field down to a reasonable number.  Big fields decrease the odds of the better horse winning.  The sport could benefit greatly from a legitimate Triple Crown challenger.  Are ya hearin’ me, Bluegrass boys???  Listen to yer uncle!) — YUR