Five Diamond Contract and Hidden Cards in Bridge
In the early defense stage sufficient information helps a partner, while misleading the declarer may be beneficial. South's five diamonds hints at optimism. West leads three hearts and the queen of diamonds at a critical moment creates a chance for South to misread. The piece also notes a severe penalty for exposing a hand during bidding and recalls Captain Jones warning about privateering versus a strong navy. Moving out of town ads conclude the column.
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South
West
California
Poor Potato Harvest Bites Into British Chips Fervor
London reports the worst potato shortage in memory driven by freak weather last summer. Early rains delayed planting while a dry season reduced yields, prompting imports from Holland and a ban on exports. Prices rose from 7 to 16 cents per pound, altering menus from breakfast to dinner as fryers see fewer old potatoes and shops add temporary chips surcharges.
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London
Allan Buchen
Ministry of Agriculture
Britain
Europe
Budhen
Holland
Canary Islands
Buchen
Malaysian Batik Master Yasman Aman Captures Malay Spirit
Yasman Aman rose from poverty to become Malaysia's batik master as his dark haired village women and lush jungles inspire vivid patterns. He emphasizes patience and craft, producing a single batik in a week, and credits God confidence and hard work for his international stature.
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Petaling Jaya
Malaysia
UPI
Yasman Aman
Yasman
Singapore
Yusman Aman
Yusman
Asia
Tive
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James Jacoby
North
SNL
John Paul Jones
Robert Morris
Jones
World Almanac
America
Dial
Edward Karam
SAVE
Osco
Rae
Norelco
Hamilton Beach
Blender
ARRID
MODEL
American Greetings
Marion
Blanche
W.W
Home For Living Magazine
Truman Knutson
Tommy Tucker Realty Co
2Nd Ave. S.E
Aimee
Umit
Dracaena
Dragon
Rose Bones
Shorthear
Huit Filing
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