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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1927
Page
13
The article discusses decision making in Auction Bridge with West facing four hands. It weighs whether to bid No Trump or a double based on hand strength, stoppers, and distribution, noting the value of diamonds and the implications of partner’s suits.
Sty answer slip reads So So West should double No 2 West should be one NO Trump A West should double 4 West should bt one No Tou or double My reasons in support of these dec larations are No 1 West has three Aces and other Strength but the converse suit is stop ped only once If East lave four Spades there is more probability of game at Spades than at No 'Trump but if West bid No Trump East would not over-call with exacth four Spades If East answer the double with a Minor Weat can let it stand or bid wa No Trumps as then seems best No 2 With so powerful 2 hand and the adverse suit stopped the a No Trump is better than a double Tt io
A terse item records West’s shot during May proceedings with a brief note on the outcome. The entry mentions Noo7 West and No 8 West in connection with the action, indicating sequence and result in a compact local report.
London Open to Press The lord chief justice ruled the prosecution dropped the main charges against Lieutenant Commander Colin Mayers retired British naval officer. Mayers pleaded guilty to offenses under the official secrets act for seeking submarine plans after retirement. The judge said there was no intent to harm state security but a desire to improve Britain's submarines and bound him to appear for judgment if called.
In London it was confirmed that Norway will take over Britain's diplomatic responsibilities in Moscow after the break between the London and Moscow governments. The note cited that since 1917 a single well drilled in the Mene Gironde oil field of Venice Venc Evela has failed to produce oil. French electrical exports have at most doubled in value since 1921.
A long editorial urges that today’s school children are mentally and emotionally more advanced than earlier generations, thanks to broader education, media, and recreation. It cautions against neglecting emotional health, promotes balanced daily routines with study, play, and exercise, and notes a shift toward greater sexual understanding and discipline. The piece includes medical Q and A notes on rattlesnake bites, smell loss, anemia, acne, and diet.
A jumble of school and community happenings includes The Fun Shop class chicken supper to benefit aid for starving Indians, baked bean supper by Missionary Society, plus local chatter about dances, weddings, and street gossip in a bustling small town.
Actor Gene Teed dies of apoplexy in Innsbruck where he had performed at the state theatre since 1200. Announcement from Associated Press notes Teed, age 36, was visiting the venue when the fatal incident occurred.
Fragmented text notes Bulgaria’s parliamentary balance after a general vote with the government expected to hold a large share of seats. Mentions cabinet formation and relative party strength amid unclear, corrupted phrasing and stray references. Also notes Panama forest planting impact in a separate line.
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