South triumphs in unsound slam on swift spade play
In a Roswell style bridge problem West misled by taking the ace of spades after South led the eight of spades. West’s quick ace cost him the slam as South won the trump lead and discarded clubs on dummy’s king and queen of spades.
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Dear Polly readers tackle laundry item fixes and fabric hacks
Diane questions lumpy cotton-filled cuddly toys and suggests replacing stuffing with shredded nylon. A reader asks how to reduce paint fumes and mildew on walls when painting a home. Another asks for bigger snow pants to fit jackets and keep kids warm in snow. A fourth offers a method to remove tin foil from glass using cooking oil.
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Gift Wrapping Tips and Quick Fixes
The column offers thrifty ideas such as using road maps as gift wrap and thin plastic for comfortable dress bags. It also suggests using a plastic wrap between toes to reduce coin rubbing and advises a method to keep pictures level by reversing hanging wires. A note credits Benjamin Franklin with inventing bifocal glasses.
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Today’s Crossword Puzzle Scrambler Across
Crossword clues listed for an across puzzle with numbers and word hints. Entries include Italy’s capital Italia’s capital and other themed terms such as Manx and dialect forms, aiming to fill a standard crossword grid.
Bill Autographed by Nixon Stolen in Md Residence
A $10 bill signed by President Nixon was stolen from the Cheverly Maryland home of U S Representative Manuel Lujan Jr R NM. Lujan says he received the bill on March 10 1971 after presenting Nixon with the first Babe Ruth League World Series ticket for the Albuquerque game in August 1971.
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Non-delivery notice for Herald home delivery
Readers are advised to have carrier name and phone number on the collection receipt. If service is not available, call 433 8856 before 5 30 p m for a replacement copy. for home delivery of the Herald call the same number.
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