Clonie Gowan Grabs lead in WPT North American Classic

Chip Leader Clonie Gowan playing on first day of Doyle Brunson North American Poker Classic at the Bellagio Las Vegas.
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Sat, December 16th, 2006

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    1970: Binion's Horseshoe casino hosts the first World Series of Poker.
    1971: Female card dealers begin working on the Strip for the first time.
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