Evaluating stock yields and safe short-term options
The reader discusses AT&T stock yields versus original cost, tax implications of selling, and compares bonds and insured deposits. Advice emphasizes basing returns on current market value, tax planning with a broker, and considering high-liquidity insured savings or lifetime annuities for safer retirement income.
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At&t
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Declarer’s finesse choices in a multi suit hand
Oswald and Jim discuss which finesse to take first in a hand with multiple suits. They note that refusing the spade finesse at trick one and later the heart finesse can still yield nine tricks, with alternate lines possible against different card layouts.
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Oswald
Jim
South
East
Group therapy may aid wives of recovering alcoholics
A doctor advises Clara to consider a women’s group therapy for spouses of recovering alcoholics. A University of Washington study finds five key problems: rebuilding trust, improving communication, restoring self respect, understanding the alcoholic personality traits, and helping avoid drinking temptations. The letter notes group support can be beneficial if it does not strain the marriage.
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Dr. Solomon
Clara D
Clara
University of Washington
Thought for Today on City Taxes by Charles Warner
The American writer Charles Warner quips that the thing typically raised on city land is taxes. This concise thought reflects a civic taxation theme attributed to Warner.
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Charles Warner
Plan for The Future Plant a Tree Arbor Day April 29
A local plan outlines Arbor Day activities on April 29 to encourage community tree planting. Officials promote tree care, encouraged participation by families and schools, with guided planting at designated park sites and educational displays.
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