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When did Hugh Trumble's early struggles begin?
Hugh Trumble's early struggles began in 1889 though 1890.
What happened after Hugh Trumble's struggle began in 1889?
Noting Hugh Trumble's anxiety while playing, a friend offered him a beer during the lunch break to revive his spirits.

Question: Did this owrk?
Self-contained rewrite: Did having a beer help Hugh Trumble with his anxiety?