| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| JILL | Ousted New York Times executive editor Abramson |
| WENG | New York Times crossword editor Will |
| RESTON | Former New York Times editor James |
| WENG | "New York Times" puzzle editor, 1968-78 |
| EUGENETMALESKA | "New York Times" crossword editor, 1977-93 |
| MARGARETFARRAR | First New York Times crossword editor, 1942-69 |
| THEBIGFIVEO | Aug. 26, 2002, for "New York Times" crossword editor Will Shortz |
