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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1976
Page
8
In an homage to Waldmar von Zedtwitz known as Waldy the bridge world’s great gentleman, the article notes his enduring influence on the American Contract Bridge League and his long list of titles. It also describes a six notrump hand where Waldy executes a sophisticated squeeze to win the queen of diamonds in either hand.
J Russell Wiggins former Washington Post editor and UN ambassador has been named the 1976 Peter Edes Lecturer in journalism at the University of Maine He is publisher of the Ellsworth American and the first Maine newsperson to hold the lectureship in its 11 year history He will work with students April 12 16.
A reader question highlights controversy over estrogen used for menopause and contraception. Studies link the pill to higher heart attack risk in young women, increased breast cancer risk in some groups, and reports of liver tumors. Doctors urge consulting a physician about estrogen therapy.
Army Pvt. David How reported an enlisted man in Capt. Farringtons company was given 30 lashes for stealing cheese as American troops occupied the fort on Bunker Hill. In New York troops complained openly over delayed pay.
Treasury Secretary William Simon told Congress he is cautiously optimistic about New York City's ability to solve its financial problems. Senator William Proxmire, chair of the Senate banking committee, warned that federal help ends after June 1978 and pressed NYC to meet pledges of fiscal responsibility amid hearings on emergency loans. IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE
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