Tom Abdo b. in U.S. (d. 3/1/1967) High stakes poker player who often played in the Big Game at the Aladdin casino. Poker Hall of Fame 1982. Wikipedia
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August 17
Red Winn b. in Maysvile, Kentucky as J.H. Winn (d. 4/23/1980) High stakes gambler who was an all-around player but was especially good at Five- and Seven-Card Stud. Poker Hall of Fame 1979. Wikipedia
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January 5
Joe Bernstein b. in Russia (d. 11/12/1975) Oldest first-time open bracelet winner at age 74 in 1973 ($3,000 Limit Ace-to-Five Draw). Poker Hall of Fame 1983. Wikipedia | WSOP.com