Blackwood on Bridge Second Lead For Defense
In bridge analysis the opening lead often shapes the defense more than later plays. The author argues the first lead after trick one sets the stage for revealing declarer's plan, with examples showing risks of leading from certain holdings and how defenses hinge on the early choice, especially in diamonds and clubs.
Four of spades lead shapes bridge play in West match
In a bridge deal the opening four of spades by Mr. Dale created a tactical position for Miss Brash. She later won the first trick with the queen of spades and used dummy’s heart, then a club, to regain the lead. Dale’s subsequent in play punished opponents’ bidding and dictated the turn of the hand.
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Shine on Shoes and Quick Fixes from a 1930s Column
A reader asks how to improve shoe shine and receives quirky home methods. Lighter fluid is suggested to help polish spread and leather absorption with light buffing for shine. Other tips include using dry bicarbonate of soda to combat odor and cork glue mix to repair holes in linoleum.
Closure Timing From Christmas Eve to New Year
The facility will close from neon Sal. December 23 until 7 30 a.m. Wednesday January 2. The temporary shutdown affects operations during the holiday period and returns to service after the stated reopening time.
Wishing Well Puzzle Message From William Miller
A short feature describes a daily numerical puzzle titled Wishing Well by William J. Miller. Readers count letters in their name, adjust by rules, then check key numbers in a rectangle to read a fortune message.
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Explorer Thor Meyerdahl Receives Vega Medal in Oslo
Norwegian author and Kon Tiki fame Thor Meyerdahl was honored at a Stockfol ceremony in Oslo with the Vega Medal for geographical research. The award recognized his explorations and contributions to navigation and exploration history.
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Oslo
Thor Meyerdahl
Can't Blame Mother for Family Snubs
A reader asks why relatives ignore her and her children while others visit the cousins babies. The columnist suggests inviting relatives for visits, seeking explanations, and building new social ties beyond the family while maintaining independence to reduce the hurt.
Television Schedule Fragment for Wednesday
A long 1960s style network schedule lists NBC CBS and ABC programs by block from morning to night. It mentions titles like The Edge of Night Your Money Queen for Day and Love Lucy alongside news, weather, and public notices, with a closing prayer message to a reader.
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Anderson
WLW
CincInsa
CBS
Frank Prater
Godfrey
Arthur Godfrey
Prater
Smarott
Ladie
Everett
Garry Moore
la Aid
Ed Everett
Croe Clooney
Berman
Bernie Herman
Cook
Bernie Berman
World News
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Bernie Oman
Bernrman
Star
Morgan Tia
World Tomorrow
Bible School of
Sky
World Tonight
Agronsky
Hal Fryar
NBC
ABC
Continental College of Air
College of Air
Chapel Door
Clyde
Ed Allen
Margie
Ford
Sha Pe Rich Chater
Lucy Man
Lucy Cochisele
Mar
McCoys
Jane
The
Jane Wyman
Msr
de Meyer Eldred
Truth Or Search
Guiding Light
Ce. Malone
Dick Tracy
Popeye FE
Farmer
Casper
Popeye F. Farmer
Mickey Mouse
Popeye
F.farmer
Farmer Claverick
Sea Hunt
Sea Hunt Huntley-Bri
Maverick
McGraw Expedition
Cronkite Marine
Wyatt Earp
CBS Reports
Dick van Dyke
Higgins
U.S. Steel
US. Steel
Steve Allen
North Viet Named Editorial Urges Moscow China Unity
An editorial in Nhan Dan criticizes Moscow and Peking and pleads for their reconciliation. It stresses solidarity within the socialist camp and warns outsiders of sabotage tactics while noting the Soviet Union as the movement’s center and leader. In Washington, US motor vehicle registrations are projected at 631,000 this year, up 3.7 percent from 1991.
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UPI
Viet Nam
Russia
China
Nhan Dan
the People
Workers (Communist) Party
Moscow
Peking
Soviet Union
Communist Movement
United States
Washington
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