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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1950
Page
8
In a hands study, East misplayed a spade led by partner West. The essay cites how correct signaling and overtaking shifts could have prevented a club return and saved the contract. It emphasizes avoiding simple misplays as a key differentiator among players.
Texas ends a record spending year with an improved outlook thanks to higher oil output. The comptroller expects about 30.5 million in general revenue for 1949 50, about 10 million above January predictions, while noting rising government costs and a looming deficit for the new year. Oil revenue shows gains but oil production taxes trail prior levels.
Clarence Olmstead, a 62 year old leprosy patient and former Methodist missionary, was released by the national leprosy institute and plans to return to Los Angeles after being told he could reside anywhere. He recalled being told to leave town in 12 hours in 1948, and his recent tests all showed negative results confirming no active disease. He and his wife previously lived near Marine Hospital during treatment and intend to drive cross country to rejoin his congregation.
Funeral services for the native McAllen woman Concepcion Contrera were held yesterday. She is survived by three daughters, 25 grandchildren, 53 great grandchildren, and 14 great great grandchildren. One hundred eleven of Mexico were held yesterday.
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