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What to do when poker table gets unruly, SF Chronicle

What to do when poker table gets unruly, SF Chronicle

by Michael Shapiro | Jul 16, 2014 | Blog, Gambling, Stories

I co-write the gambling column for the SF Chronicle, and every so often I get to relate first-hand experiences while playing poker. This column documents one of the most memorable sessions, a night of utter chaos at Petaluma’s 101 Casino. Click the link above or...
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