Unusual safety play boosts South to game in six diamonds
In a bridge deal South eschews six diamonds after North doubles four spades. He fears jeopardy even at five diamonds, but uses a double-dummy safety play. South ducking clubs and executing ruffs and trumps sets up a path to four notrump, while West faces a Hobson’s choice and a near-impossible route to the contract.
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Bridge Hand: Two Club Double and Pass Sequence
South opens with a 2 no trump style read, passes follow as West commits to a 2 level contract. The bidding sequence shows a passive final contract with declarer facing 10 as opening lead and the table debate over J6 Q75.
Susan Wins Big With Free Groceries at Midland Store
Midland resident Susan Miller received 161.38 in free groceries and a 2.37 refund after a shopping day with double coupon savings. She says she normally saves about 50 percent, and the cashier even autographed her sales slip as the final coupon was subtracted.
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Susan Miller
Midland
Dear Abby column letters reveal romance woes and confession
A widow seeks dating guidance from Dear Abby while a widower recalls failed matchmaking efforts and a personal tale of self defense after killing a molesting stepfather. The writer urges casual gatherings for singles and emphasizes eye contact over cocktail parties.
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