Why the trump finesse fails in a South hand
The Unlucky Expert misplays by finessing when a direct trump pull solves the hand. A 3-2 break in diamonds and clubs favors South to cash the ace and king of trumps, then knock out the diamond ace to force winning tricks before defense can establish hearts.
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Dusting powder hazards and talcosis noted by Dr Solomon
Dear Polly asks about inhaling talcum powder and the risk of talcosis. Dr Solomon explains long term inhalation can be harmful, citing a Mount Sinai case of a stage hand exposed while powdering shine. The note includes a historical aside on Jefferson’s 1801 presidential designation.
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Polly
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Dear Abby Samaritan helps travelers at airport raises questions
A reader recounts a stranger who carries two heavy suitcases at an airport and asks directions before departing. Abigail Van Buren notes concern that such Good Samaritans could face trouble for working without a license or union membership and competing with paid helpers.
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Abby
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Friday Theater Times and Saturday Matinees Listed
Friday showings include ROOSEVELT ROYALE U F O at 8 30 IOWA Coma at 7 30 9 25 with Saturday matinees 2 3 55 5 50 WORLD Close Encounters of the Third Kind 6 30 8 55 with Saturday matinees 1 30 4 TIMES The Other Side of the Mountain Part 2 9 with Saturday matinees 2 3 55 5 50 PLAZA The One and Only 7 30 9 25 Saturday matinees 2 3 55 5 50 STAGE 1 Oh God 7 30 9 35 Saturday matinees 2 35 4 40 STAGE 2 Grayeagle 7 40 9 40 Saturday matinees 2 40 4 40 STAGE 3 The Goodbye Girl 7 40 9 45 Saturday matinees 2 40 4 45 STAGE 4 Heroes 7 35 9 45 Saturday matinees 2 35 4 45 EASTOWN 1 Saturday Night Fever 7 30 9 30 Saturday matinees Pippi on the Run 1 30 3 20 Saturday Night Fever 5 35 EASTOWN 2 Semi Tough 7 30 9 25 Saturday matinees 2 3 55 5 55
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Iowa
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