State Capitals
I disagree with Mike Downey (April 16). It was very important for us to memorize and learn the capitals of the 48 states when I went to school, especially obscure ones like Pierre, South Dakota. How else could we do our daily crossword puzzles?
JERRY BARUCH
Los Angeles
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