Double misstep and trump play shape a tricky bridge hand
In a James Jacoby analysis, West’s penalty double backfired as declarer exploited trumps and ruffs. The deal shows the dangers of doubling when game odds are favorable or when it alerts the declarer to the best line. West’s miscall allowed declarer to maneuver eight tricks, ending with a strategic endplay.
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Crossword puzzle clue list and word answers
A dense OCR fragment presents a crossword style list with numbered across and down clues, partial entries, and misreadings. It lists items like “Fre d Artery 9 Sunflower,” “Bucket type 13 Stop,” “Cuckoo 15 Horse doct for short,” “Measure of land 8,” and several letters and abbreviations across and down, indicating a mid page puzzle with scattered legible clues and erroneous characters.
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Dear Abby letter on talking with blind people unfolds
Abigail Van Buren advises readers on etiquette for interacting with the blind, urging initiation of conversation, clear introductions, sensory descriptions, and respectful language. The column includes practical tips from a Braille Institute booklet and invites readers to purchase a letter writing booklet.
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The
Braille Institute
Horoscope Buzz Lights Up Your Day and Romance
Horoscopes by Jeane Dixon suggest greater visibility at work, new tech aids, and romantic blossoms. Celebrity birthdays listed include Thurmond Plunkett Didion Disney Preminger Custer Van Buren. Aries through Pisces offer daily prompts on money, relationships, and decisions with advice to seek counsel and manage spending.
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