Goren On Bridge: Bidding Questions and Expert Answers
A Chicago Tribune bridge column by Charles H. Goren and Omar Sharif presents multiple hand problems. Each scenario includes a North South position with varying vulnerability and examines optimal bids from takeout doubles to no trump continuations and slam tries, with explanations of partner support and risk assessment.
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Checks to Exceed 23 Billion This Year Says ABA
The American Bankers Association estimates that over 23 billion personal checks will be written in the United States this year, signaling strong usage of traditional payment methods amid evolving finance options.
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Helms to Reappear as Rockefeller Panel Weighs CIA Probe
Former CIA directors Richard Helms and John McCone are slated to testify before the Rockefeller commission. Democrats plan an eight member special panel to probe CIA domestic activities citing past wiretaps and surveillance under McCone and Kennedy era actions.
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General Revenues Suggested To Offset Increased FICA
The Social Security Advisory Council urged replacing rising retirement costs with a substantial infusion of general revenues rather than higher Social Security taxes. It supported higher taxes for the self employed and liberalizing benefits for current retirees while restraining future benefits. The 13 member group called its plan influential though not binding.
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U S oil reserves may exceed current estimates
The Interior Department aims to verify offshore oil reserves, suggesting fourfold potential more oil than known. Even with extra finds, U S demand at current levels could be met for only about 20 years. U S proven reserves around 45 billion barrels, about 7 percent of world total, while annual consumption tops 6.5 billion barrels.
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