As someone who studies computer science, I should point out that those who thought playing chess was a sign of intelligence weren't really in a very good position to make assertions like that. They were often enthusiastic, but ignorant (on cognitive science and philosophy of mind), and made similar claims with regards to coding programs that made coherent stories. And of course, this was back in like the 70s and 80s.
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