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On Feb. 8, 1953, the Cricks had Wilkins and Watson to lunch, and the Cavendish scientists learned several things.

From Time Magazine Archive

That night both Paulings, together with Elizabeth and me, had dinner with the Cricks at Portugal Place.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson

Cricks and creaks came from nearby and distant quarters, as if the house were twitching in a sleep of its own.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli

Elizabeth was thus given the task of seeing whether Bertrand would be free to join us for a meal with the Cricks at Portugal Place.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson