Chicago Tribune Chicago, Illinois Saturday, August 10, 1963 - Page 54
U.S. Chess Meet Opens Tomorrow
The United States Open Chess tournament will be played tomorrow thru Aug. 24 in the Belmont hotel. More than 300 players will battle for the title held by 20-year-old Bobby Fischer.
Among the competitors is Z. Gligoric, grand master from Yugoslavia. Several players from South America and Europe also will compete for prizes totaling more than $6,000.
Spectators will be welcomed, but are requested to be silent during play.