Rixi Markus Crowned As World Bridge Contender
Oswald and Jim discuss Rixi Markus of London claiming the top status in women’s bridge. The interview highlights her new book Common Sense Bridge with hands illustrating her bidding style, pressure on opponents, and a sledgehammer yet delicate approach.
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Oswald
Rixi Markus
London
Helen Sobel
Jim
Rixi
South
West
North
East
Declarer
Bid three spades then pass in bridge puzzle
In a bridge problem, with South opening AAKI10765 YI92 O54 3 and partner’s preemptive hand, the sequence goes A-Bid three spades. West doubles four clubs, North shows four spades, East five clubs, and South must decide the next bid tomorrow.
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West
North
Eisenhower Urges End to Cold War and Global Poverty Fight
Twenty years ago President Eisenhower challenged Soviet leaders to live up to peaceful rhetoric. He proposed ending the cold war, disarming globally, and investing savings in a fund to combat poverty and need worldwide.
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Eisenhower
Russia
Narcolepsy and Gout Q&A in Health Column
A reader asks if narcolepsy is hereditary and about cures. Dr. Andelmann explains narcolepsy is not known to be hereditary, often linked to illness or injury, and notes morning sleepiness may reflect menopause or deeper issues. The column also answers gout as a hereditary disease caused by excess uric acid forming crystals in joints and suggests dietary and medicinal approaches.
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AMANA
Utor Aeieaten
Canada
All Cash or Mortgage on a $24000 Condominium Decision
A retired couple weighs paying cash against taking a mortgage for 19000 at 7 percent on a 24000 condo. Cash avoids lost income, while mortgage costs reduce annual cash flow. analysis favors cash if the condo is kept long term and mortgage rates are at or above seven percent. Also notes tax exemptions for seniors on capital gains and mutual fund distributions.
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James Jacoby
West A
Leenard
N.E
Dr. Andelmann
Ters
Gazette
Hitler
Balkan
Dr. S LU. Andelman
Rusco
Iowa
Eighth Avenue
Donament
Jerry Williamson
Coggon
Bruce Lapree
Rich Etscheidt
Newhall
the Investor’s Guide
Sam Shulsky
Superintendent of Documents
Washington
Mr. Shulsky
The
Guaranty Bank & Trust CO
F.d.1.c
Smulekoff
Third Ave
First St
Cedar Rapids
Soupon Very
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