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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1966
Page
6
The article analyzes a bridge hand where West opens ace of spades to mislead, South tests hearts, and North holds QJ4 with a strategic finesse. West’s deceptive play reveals 11 high cards, sealing the declarer’s four heart contract victory.
Neel WSCS met at the church with Mrs Chester Johnson leading opening prayer. In the business session program books were distributed. Mrs Glyn Russell was welcomed as a new member. Spiritual life leader Mrs Hollis Long presented the program titled The EUB Story detailing church work by the women.
Some cooks cover pork spareribs during most of baking and uncover them for the last 20 to 30 minutes in the oven to develop finish.
A Saturday bridal tea honored Miss Amelia Gilchrist bride elect of David Rice. Pink and white color scheme graced the event hosted by Lane Weaver Anne Lane Courtland and Annie Redman of Courtland. Mrs. Robert Rice and Mrs. James Gilchrist assisted the hostesses.
A note suggests using leftover pineapple syrup from canned slices to moisten brown sugar and mustard then baste a baked ham. The idea pairs a simple glaze method with pantry essentials for a flavorful finish.
Readers offer clever ways to reuse formal gowns as lounging robes and to transform gloves and kitchen strings. Tips include converting mothers in law outfits into usable homewear, grating cold butter for even distribution, using vinegar to remove creases, repurposing squeeze bottles for pressing seams, and storing string on adhesive tape containers to prevent tangles.
A reader warns about dating a married man and poses questions on wife pain and media exposure. Ann Landers urges responsibility, imagines consequences, and stresses civility toward others who don’t meet one’s standards. Also replies to a distrustful husband about a friend’s affair and advises courteous boundaries.
Advertisement offers Pattern 7313 sizes 23 24 25 26 28 30 inches for 35 cents with 15 cents extra for mailing. Include name address ZIP and send to Alice Brooks Decatur Daily Needlecraft Dept Box 163 New York NY 10011. Also promotes 210 most beautiful needlecraft designs with free patterns and quilt books available by mail order with small fees.
Mr and Mrs Joe Edward Morris announce the birth of their son Joe Eugene Morris on August 24 Mrs E K Henson is recovering from surgery at the Eye Foundation Clinic in Birmingham.
The historical note records Johann Wolfgang von Goethe born in 1749 marking the emergence of a major German writer. His later influence spans poetry, drama, and science, shaping European literature across generations.
A teen-ager and disc jockey asks Ann Landers to address how pressure from girls can lead boys into heavy making. The reply notes repeated guidance on responsibility and hints at broader advice already given, urging clarity for both sexes in handling temptation and consent.
Johnston's No Roach provides a colorless coating that lasts for months, kills roaches and ants, and requires no moving of dishes or food. Safe for pets.
Miss Ann Maree Lewis daughter of Mr and Mrs Voaka Sharrai Lewis of Mooresville wed James Thom as Lemmons son of Mr and Mrs William Lemmons of Roswell New Mexico August 21 at Redstone Arsenal Chapel Major Kirkland officiated with music by Miss Peggy Nabors and Mrs Roy Belk The bride wore a floor length Chiara crepe gown with Venice lace bodice and detachable train Her veil was silk illusion with seed pearls and crystal drops She carried a lace Bible with baby orchids and lilies of the valley Attending were sisters Sue Lewis and L Adray Lewis Best man was Hector Donald Johnstone Ushers were Walter Sharp and Mike Casberge The couple left for Ohio and the bride will reside with her parents while the groom is in Germany
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