Today’s Newsday Saturday

Today’s Newsday  Saturday crossword is by Stan Newman, the puzzle’s editor. I found it about as difficult (sixteen minutes) as last week’s puzzle, which was by “Anna Stiga,” the pseudonym that signifies an easier Newman puzzle. YMMV: your minutes may vary.

Some clue-and-answer pairs I especially liked:

1-D, six letters, “Devices above doors.” I first thought of transom windows and pails of water.

8-D, five letters, “Scheming co-conspirator of ’50s TV.” Not all co-conspirators are criminals.

17-A, eight letters, “It may be a quick hit.” I thought of substances. For all I know, the answer could refer to substances.

36-A, seven letters, “Former Top Chef judge.” A little devious.

36-D, six letters, “Less than sharp.” Clever.

44-A, four letters, “#17 among TV Guide’s greatest cartoon characters.” Keep your eyes open and your mouth closed. And if that’s a spoiler, you already know too much.

44-D, five letters, “Pre-presidential partner of ’51.” Uh, MAMIE? No. Worse.

Best clue today: 35-A, eleven letters, “Rogues on the road.”

No spoilers; the answers are in the comments.