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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1957
Page
23
A brief fashion note praises updating old garments by combining worn cloth with fur pieces. Suggestions include pairing a fur toque with a collar or substituting a fur vest for the collar, highlighting Parisian style as the latest trend.
In a bridge contest South defies a warning bid by Oswald Jacoby. East, J. R. Robinson of Dallas, wins with king of diamonds and shifts to five clubs. South faces defeat as club queen remains unseen and needed heart honors are uncertain for the discard. The play hinges on hearts and clubs and a potential double finesse.
A column urges social outreach for lonely people 60 and older, especially divorced or widowed women. Ministers, churches, clubs, and community groups are urged to help by introducing interested individuals to welcoming activities. Advice covers choosing suitable groups, attending meetings, and handling jealousy or social tensions for better companionship.
A transliterated bidding quiz presents East West facing a double three notrump style auction. South must decide whether to bid two spades or pass, with mention of weak two responses and strength assessment. The prompt asks for the correct South response to the described auction scenario.
The American Association of Fund-Raising Counsel says Americans donated 96.1 billion to philanthropy in 1956. About 3.13 billion focused on religious giving. Individuals supplied about 70 percent of the gifts, with corporations and other sources contributing the remainder.
A fragmented discussion advises a reader to accept parental opinions and reestablish social standing after missteps. It urges loyalty to a friend, remorse demonstrated by renouncing bad company, and avoiding conflict with parents. The piece notes Greta Garbo as Belgrade readers' favorite actress, with Grace Kelly and Gina Lollobrigida following.
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