Cryptoquote Spoiler – 09/17/16

“The trick is to be grateful when your mood is high and graceful when it is low.”   —   Richard Carlson

(I can agree with this.  Although, it would hurt to strive for both all of the time.  Be well and do good, friends.)   —   YUR

Jumble Spoiler – 09/17/16

Visual Description:  Anglers’ angst.

SHIWK  =  WHISK,  DTRIH  =  THIRD,  CASNAV  =  CANVAS,  BUYTON  =  BOUNTY   —   Giving us:  WHITIDCCAASBNT

Clue/Question:  The fishermen paid for large minnows, but it looked like it was a – – –

Answer:  BAIT AND SWITCH

(They need to call the Better Business Bureau!  Beautifully set up pun.  And, another thirteen letter answer!  I always like the longer answers.  They usually present more of a challenge.  No new clue words today, but all of the jumbles did come up as new.  The answer letter layout is awesome!  I don’t think it gave anything away, and I wouldn’t be surprised if some of you struggled to get today’s answer.  Great outdoor scene cartoon.  Be well and do good, friends.)   —   YUR