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	<title>Joplin Chess &#187; rated</title>
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		<title>Joplin April Tournament</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2010/03/joplin-april-tournament/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:20:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ April 3, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday, April 3rd, 2010

Location: MSSU Spiva Library Coffee Shop
3950 Newman Road
Joplin, MO 64801
Note: Located on the bottom floor of the library, with an entrance available on the East side of the building.  Campus map available at http://www.mssu.edu/map.htm (building 16)

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

Format: 3 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated
Two [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date</strong>: Saturday, April 3rd, 2010</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: MSSU Spiva Library Coffee Shop<br />
3950 Newman Road<br />
Joplin, MO 64801<br />
<strong>Note:</strong> Located on the bottom floor of the library, with an entrance available on the East side of the building.  Campus map available at <a href="http://www.mssu.edu/map.htm">http://www.mssu.edu/map.htm</a> (building 16)</p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>3 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated<br />
Two sections (based on average rating), players paired within their section</p>
<p><strong>Round Times: </strong>9:30, 11:30, 2:30. 1 hour lunch break  at 1:30</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site<br />
<strong>Prizes:</strong> Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry  fees</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may  be paid in cash in person on 4/3/2010, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl)  can be mailed, to be received by 4/2/2010. It is preferred that all players  be current USCF members by 4/2/2010 and current through 4/3/2010. USCF  membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a> and  membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF  site for rates or contact TD for details about membership renewal or  purchase on site.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 9:00 a.m., first round at 9:30</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 781-9091; (417) 483-1554 day of the  tournament</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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		<title>Springfield Tournament, November 7th 2009</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/10/springfield-tournament-november-7th-2009/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 02:13:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ November 7, 2009; 9:15 am to 6:30 pm. ] Date: Saturday, November 7th, 2009

Location: Southside Senior Center
2215 South Fremont Avenue
Springfield, MO
65804-3101

Format: 3 round swiss, Game/90, USCF rated. Possible scholastic and non-USCF sections

Entry Fee: $3

Registration: Saturday, 9:15-9:30 AM
Round Times: 9:45 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:30 PM

Prizes: (based on 15 entries): $20 first, $10 U1400+unrated, and $10 for best female.

Contact: Michael Clark, mochessnow@yahoo.com]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, November 7th, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Southside Senior Center<br />
2215 South Fremont Avenue<br />
Springfield, MO<br />
65804-3101</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>3 round swiss, Game/90, USCF rated. Possible scholastic and non-USCF sections</p>
<p><strong>Entry Fee:</strong> $3</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Saturday, 9:15-9:30 AM<br />
<strong>Round Times: </strong>9:45 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:30 PM</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> (based on 15 entries): $20 first, $10 U1400+unrated, and $10 for best female.</p>
<p><strong>Contact:</strong> Michael Clark, mochessnow@yahoo.com</p>
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		<title>October Quick Tournament</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/10/october-quick-tournament/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:04:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ October 24, 2009; 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday, October 24th, 2009

Location: Dalton-Killinger Construction
1301 W 4th St
Joplin, MO 64801

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

Format: 5 or 6  round Swiss, depending on turnout, Game in 25 (G/25), Quick rated

Round Times: 10:00, 11:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00. 1 hour lunch break at 12:00

Entry fee: $1
Prizes: No Prizes

Registration: Advance Registration requested. Preferred that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date</strong>: Saturday, October 24th, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: Dalton-Killinger Construction<br />
<span><span>1301 W 4th St</span></span><br />
<span><span>Joplin</span>, <span>MO</span> <span>64801</span></span></p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>5 or 6  round Swiss, depending on turnout, Game in 25 (G/25), Quick rated</p>
<p><strong>Round Times: </strong>10:00, 11:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00. 1 hour lunch break at 12:00</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $1<br />
<strong>Prizes:</strong> No Prizes</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Preferred that all players must be current USCF members by 10/23 and current through 10/24. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a> and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or purchase on site.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and quick rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 9:30 a.m., first round at 10:00</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 781-9091; (417) 483-1554 day of the tournament</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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		<title>Springfield Tournament, October 3rd and 4th 2009</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/10/springfield-tournament-october-3rd-and-4th-2009/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2009 03:26:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ October 3, 2009 9:15 am to October 4, 2009 10:00 pm. October 4, 2009; 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. ] Sorry for the late notice on this, I got it two days ago and for some reason thought I had another week to post it.

Date: October 3-4, 2009

Location: Southside Senior Center
2215 South Fremont Avenue
Springfield, MO
65804-3101

Format: 5 round, Game/120, USCF rated. Possible scholastic and non-USCF sections on the 3rd (Saturday)

Entry Fee: $10. $2 for scholastic, unrated [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sorry for the late notice on this, I got it two days ago and for some reason thought I had another week to post it.</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> October 3-4, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Southside Senior Center<br />
2215 South Fremont Avenue<br />
Springfield, MO<br />
65804-3101</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>5 round, Game/120, USCF rated. Possible scholastic and non-USCF sections on the 3rd (Saturday)</p>
<p><strong>Entry Fee:</strong> $10. $2 for scholastic, unrated or only playing in one day of main section (not eligible for prizes)</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> 10/3 (Saturday) 9:15-9:25 AM<br />
<strong>Round Times: </strong>Saturday 9:30 AM, 2 PM, and 6 PM. Sunday 10 AM and 2:30 PM</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> (based on 20 entries) $100 first, $40 u1700 and $40 U1250+unrated</p>
<p><strong>Contact: </strong>Michael Clark, mochessnow@yahoo.com</p>
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		<title>Joplin Summer Open</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/06/joplin-summer-open/</link>
		<comments>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/06/joplin-summer-open/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 22:30:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ August 22, 2009; 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday, August 22nd, 2009
Location: Dalton-Killinger Construction
1301 W 4th St
Joplin, MO 64801

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

5 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated
Two sections (based on average rating)

Entry fee: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site
Prizes: Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry fees

Registration: Advance Registration requested. Entry fees [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date</strong>: Saturday, August 22nd, 2009<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Dalton-Killinger Construction<br />
<span><span>1301 W 4th St</span></span><br />
<span><span>Joplin</span>, <span>MO</span> <span>64801</span></span></p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p>5 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated<br />
Two sections (based on average rating)</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site<br />
<strong>Prizes:</strong> Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry fees</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on August 22nd, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed. All players must be current USCF members by 8/21 and current through 8/22. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a>.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 781-9091; (417) 483-1554 day of the tournament</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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		<title>Springfield August Possible Qualifier</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/06/springfield-august-possible-qualifier/</link>
		<comments>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/06/springfield-august-possible-qualifier/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 22:10:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ August 1, 2009; 9:30 am to 9:30 pm. August 2, 2009; 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Springfield July Possible Qualifier

Date: August 1-2th, 2009

Location: Southside Senior Center
2215 South Fremont Avenue
Springfield, MO
65804-3101

4SS, G/100

Prizes: $530 b/30: $150 1st, $70 each U2000, U1700, U1400, U1200, U1000+Unrated, $30 best female.
Saturday Registration: 9:30-9:45am
Round times: Sat 10, 2, 6, Sun noon.

Entry Fee: $20 rec'd by 7/24, $25 on site. Site entries cash only.

Half byes available. MCA required, or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Springfield July Possible Qualifier</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> August 1-2th, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Southside Senior Center<br />
2215 South Fremont Avenue<br />
Springfield, MO<br />
65804-3101</p>
<p>4SS, G/100</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> $530 b/30: $150 1st, $70 each U2000, U1700, U1400, U1200, U1000+Unrated, $30 best female.<br />
<strong>Saturday Registration:</strong> 9:30-9:45am<br />
<strong>Round times:</strong> Sat 10, 2, 6, Sun noon.</p>
<p><strong>Entry Fee:</strong> $20 rec&#8217;d by 7/24, $25 on site. Site entries cash only.</p>
<p>Half byes available.<strong> MCA required, or OSA</strong>, available on site from $5.</p>
<p><strong>Information:</strong> Joseph Brozovich (417) 882.3992. (if 20+ participants, winner qualifies for MO Invitational).</p>
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		<title>Springfield July Possible Qualifier</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/06/springfield-july-possible-qualifier/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 22:00:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ July 3, 2009; 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm. July 4, 2009; 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. ] Springfield July Possible Qualifier

Date: July 3-4th, 2009

Location: Southside Senior Center
2215 South Fremont Avenue
Springfield, MO
65804-3101

4SS, G/90

Prizes: $400 b/30: $130 1st, $60 each U2000, U1650, U1350, U1100+Unrated, $30 best female.

Friday Registration: 6:30-6:45pm
Saturday Registration: 10-10:45am

Round times: Fri 7pm, Sat 10:45am, 2pm, 5pm. (playing round 1 on Sat at G70 at 9:15am also possible)

Entry Fee: $15 (cash only)

Half byes [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Springfield July Possible Qualifier</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> July 3-4th, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Southside Senior Center<br />
2215 South Fremont Avenue<br />
Springfield, MO<br />
65804-3101</p>
<p>4SS, G/90</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> $400 b/30: $130 1st, $60 each U2000, U1650, U1350, U1100+Unrated, $30 best female.</p>
<p><strong>Friday Registration:</strong> 6:30-6:45pm<br />
<strong>Saturday Registration: </strong>10-10:45am</p>
<p><strong>Round times:</strong> Fri 7pm, Sat 10:45am, 2pm, 5pm. (playing round 1 on Sat at G70 at 9:15am also possible)</p>
<p><strong>Entry Fee:</strong> $15 (cash only)</p>
<p>Half byes available. <strong>MCA required, or OSA</strong>, available on site from $5.</p>
<p><strong>Information:</strong> Joseph Brozovich (417) 882.3992. (if 20+ participants, winner qualifies for MO Invitational).</p>
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		<title>Joplin Chess Club Memorial Day Open</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/04/joplin-chess-club-memorial-day-open/</link>
		<comments>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/04/joplin-chess-club-memorial-day-open/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 23:26:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ May 23, 2009; 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday, May 23rd, 2009
Location: First Baptist Church
7th &#38; Euclid
Galena, KS 66739

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

5 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated
Two sections (based on average rating)

Entry fee: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site
Prizes: Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry fees
Registration: Advance Registration requested. Entry fees [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, May 23rd, 2009</p>
<div class="im"><strong>Location:</strong> First Baptist Church</div>
<div class="im">7th &amp; Euclid<br />
Galena, KS 66739<span><span></p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p>5 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated<br />
Two sections (based on average rating)</p>
<p></span></span><strong>Entry fee:</strong> $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site<br />
<strong>Prizes:</strong> Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry fees</div>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on May 23rd, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed. All players must be current USCF members by 5/22 and remain members through 5/23. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a>.</p>
<div class="im">
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@joplinchess.org" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00</p>
<p>TD: Martin Stahl (417) 781-9091; (417) 483-1554 day of the tournament</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set with board, clock and score sheets.</strong></div>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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		<title>Joplin Chess Club Spring Open</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/03/joplin-chess-club-spring-open/</link>
		<comments>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/03/joplin-chess-club-spring-open/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 00:49:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ March 28, 2009; 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday, March 28th, 2009
Location: Dalton-Killinger Construction
1301 W 4th St
Joplin, MO 64801

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

5 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated
Two sections (based on average rating)
Entry fee: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site
Prizes: Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry fees

Registration: Advance Registration requested. Entry fees [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date</strong>: Saturday, March 28th, 2009<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Dalton-Killinger Construction<br />
<span><span>1301 W 4th St</span></span><br />
<span><span>Joplin</span>, <span>MO</span> <span>64801</span></span></p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p>5 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated<br />
Two sections (based on average rating)<br />
<strong>Entry fee</strong>: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site<br />
<strong>Prizes:</strong> Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry fees</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on March 28th, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed. All players must be current USCF members by 3/27. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a>.</p>
<p>Space is limited to 22 boards</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID#, and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00</p>
<p>TD: Martin Stahl (417) 781-9091; (417) 483-1554 day of the tournament</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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		<title>Carthage Chess Open on November 22, 2008</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 19:32:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[DATE: Saturday, November 22, 2008
LOCATION: Ulmer Funeral Home &#8212; Community Building (behind the funeral home)
1208 S. Garrison Ave
Carthage, MO 64836
Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club
5 round rated Swiss tournament
Each player will have 60 minutes for each game
Open tournament with two sections for prizes (based on average rating)
Entry fee: $10 if pre-registered, $12 at site.
Prizes: based [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Saturday, November 22, 2008<br />
LOCATION: Ulmer Funeral Home &#8212; Community Building (behind the funeral home)<br />
1208 S. Garrison Ave<br />
Carthage, MO 64836</p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club</p>
<p>5 round rated Swiss tournament<br />
Each player will have 60 minutes for each game</p>
<p>Open tournament with two sections for prizes (based on average rating)</p>
<p>Entry fee: $10 if pre-registered, $12 at site.<br />
Prizes: based on entries; at least 50% of total entry fees expected to be paid in cash and trophies</p>
<p>Registration: Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on November 22, or checks  (payable to Bart Gibbons) can be mailed. All players must be current USCF members by 11/21. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org">uschess.org</a>.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p>joplinchess@yahoo.com</p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2618 S. Schifferdecker Ave<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID#, and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00</p>
<p>TD: Bart Gibbons (417) 396-0788<br />
Assistant TD: Laura Smith</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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