West cashes diamonds to thwart South in bridge problem
In a NEA service bridge problem, West uses hand distribution signals after clubs and diamonds are played. South holds a 6 5 two suiter with hearts and spades, and West cashes the diamond ace before a third club, forcing South to ruff and eventually lose one more trick for a one trick defeat.
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West
South
North East
Q and A on Supreme Court appointments and archetypes
A quiz style item notes Eisenhower appointed two justices Earl Warren in 1953 and John Marshall Harlan in 1955. It explains Pennsylvania as Keystone State for its central role in the original states and arc of the United States. It defines a frame as an inning in baseball slang. It names Charles Dana Gibson as the creator of the Gibson Girl with no single model.
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President Eisenhower
Supreme Court
Earl Warren
John Marshall Harlan
Pennsylvania
United States
Georgia
Maine
Alert driving tip promotes chewing gum for alertness
A driving tip urges motorists to chew gum to reduce strain and drowsiness behind the wheel. Chewing is said to help keep drivers feeling fresh and alert for safer travel, with no brand restrictions stated.
Wrigley Spearmint Gum Ad Promotes Chewing While Driving
An advertisement touts Wrigley Spearmint Gum as refreshing and delicious with lively flavor and satisfying chewing enjoyment while driving. The copy uses casual product slogans and emphasizes taste and act of chewing.
Picnic Day Reflections by Edgar A Guest
The poem recalls a former athlete who delighted in games like three legged races and the hundred yard dash but now prefers rest at home. It contrasts youth’s vigor with aging legs while recalling the paper cup and plate ritual and a lack of interest in prizes or exercise on picnic day.
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By Oswald Jacoby
NEA
Suiter
Mary Worth
Priscilla’s Pop
al Vermeer
J. D. Williams
Major Hoople
Dick Turner
Miss Monee
Rudn
Thousan
Riki
Riki Shah
WERE
Jughead
Archie
Annie
Morty Meekle
MR. Meekle
Miss Gliss
Nea Berkes
Tony
Rita
PIRM
Patrick
Captain Easy
Miss Lane
CSS PLC
Jra
Canyon
Dok
EAST
Charles Dana Gibson
Papo
Edgar A. Guest