Little Theatre Comes Of Age With Last Play
Decatur's Little Theatre completed two performances of John Van Druten's Bell Book and Candle with polished staging and strong acting. Jean Hinds's Gillian Holroyd impressed as a talented witch, Walter Hall teased drama from Shepard Henderson, and LeClaire Dewey delighted as Aunt Queenie. Director Dave Powers earned praise as the group plans Wit ness for the Prosecution for March with a call for thirty actors.
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John van Druten
Decatur
Gillian Holroyd
Jean Hinds
Stepard Henderson
Walter Hall
Shepard Henderson
Walter
LeClaire Dewey
Queenie
Scott Johnson
John Kramer
Sidney
Redlitch
Johnny Nicely
New York
Tom Veazey
Mrs Beaupre Feted At Huntsville Dinner
Mrs Roger Beaupre was honored at a Club of Arts dinner at Dal e s Huntsville before moving with her husband to New York. Guests included Miss Betty Davis and several Huntsville society members.
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Mrs. Beaupre
Roger Beaupre
Decatur
Beaupre
New York
Club of Arts
Dale's
Huntsville
Betty Davis
J. F. Magnusson
Henry Barber
Harry Hornbuckle
Maurice Dean
Glen Collins
Thomas Bennett
George
Science offers new non surgical treatment for piles
A new healing substance Bio-Dyne from a world famous research institute shrinks hemorrhoids and relieves pain without surgery. Reported success cases claim quick relief and thorough results with a money back guarantee. Available now in ointment form from druggists under H. label.
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Smi York
U.S
Goren on Bridge Answers To A Bridge Quiz
A Chicago Tribune 1957 quiz illustrates decisions for South hands with vulnerable sides. Analysis covers weak raise concepts and jump shifts to show strength while avoiding overstatements.
Bid decisions in contract bridge expert opinions
A set of expert recommendations on bridge auctions. First case advises two hearts after partner’s forced bid. Second considers overcalling one no trump over a part score and rejects a trap pass. Third argues bidding game directly may yield a sound slam play despite partner’s unknown hand.
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North
Wests
Tanner and the honoree ceremony noted by group
Mrs. Beaupre received a gift from the group as part of a ceremony honoring the recipient.
Bridge bidding policy notes for 4KQ962 hands
The text discusses a bridge bid decision with 4KQ962 and 109853 shaped hands and a policy to act at once when holding five cards in support. It argues that a bid of one spade is preferred to avoid entering the auction later, noting that passing would hinder future entry.
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North
Bridge bidding dilemma with 16 points on two over one
In the auction South West North Fast 1 diamond Pass Theart Pass A two clubs. With 16 high card points we avoid rebidding one no trump which covers 15 or fewer. Bidding two clubs gives partner a better chance to act again.
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Norta
Responding to One Club with Fixed Diamond Or Heart Path
With 4A92 VKI84 6A 1097 406, standard replies to a one club opening include a diamond response to hint four cards in diamonds, a one heart reply as a gentler alternative, or a two no trump reply to show a solid hand with counted values. The diamond path offers partner the chance to bid hearts if he holds four hearts.
Union Hill HDC Sees December Meeting at Mrs Oldham
The Union Hill Home Demonstration Club held its December meeting at Mrs. E J Oldham with Miss Lucille Hawkins and 16 members present. Officers for the year include Mrs Buford Owens president and several vice presidents plus secretary treasurer and reporter Mrs J F McLemore. A Christmas ideas demonstration followed by fruit baskets for sick neighbors and plans for a January meeting at Mrs J F McLemore's home.
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Union Hill
W. C. Haney
W. C. Williams
L. C. Oldacre
J. F. McLemore
Miss Nancy Malone Visits Auburn Friends This Weekend
Miss Nancy Malone of Auburn will spend the weekend here with her parents Mr and Mrs Charles Malone. The note mentions families in transition including the birth of Jesse M Wilson Jr son of Mr and Mrs Jesse M Wilson Jr and the Wilsons recent move from Charleston South Carolina to 1201 14th Ave SE. Mrs Redding Emments travels to Crowley Louisiana for her father Dr C Z Francez critical illness. Mrs Leroy McEntire spends the week in Birmingham with Mrs W H Tankersley and Mr Tankersley.
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Nancy Malone
Auburn
Mrs
Charles Malone
Jesse Mearing Wilson
Hamil
Jesse Mearing Wilson Jr
Wilson
Linda Lee
Wilsons
Tere
Charleston
S. C
14Th Ave
Leroy McEntire
Birmingham
W.H -Tankersley
Mr. Tankersley
Stamps Use Cassava Bird Corn Glue In Backing
The article notes postage stamps are backed with a glue made from cassava and bird corn. It claims both components are tasty and nutritious.
Newcomers Club Holds Annual Christmas Dinner Dance
Members of the Newcomers Club held their annual Christmas dinner dance at the Country Club on Friday evening with lobster tails and roast beef. Millard Buchmann's orchestra from Cullman provided music as tables featured varied decorations including evergreen, red candles, Santa sleighs, blue and silver themes, and pink and white rockier decor.
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Newcomers Club
Country Club
Millard Buchmann
Cullman
Bach
Tom Croxson
Weldon Smithers
Edwin Phillips
Norman Sidebotham
Howard Boyland
C. J. Carstens
Calvin Coolidge's Initial S Does Not Stand for a Middle Name
A note explains that former president Calvin Coolidge sometimes used the initial S but had no middle name. The article clarifies the origin of the initial and its historical usage.
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Calvin Coolidge
Christmas musical moved up to Thursday night in Port au Prince
Gordon Bibb PTA shifts annual program to Thursday. Grades three to six perform under Mrs. Marvin Dinsmore in the school auditorium on Rue Bonne Foi near Street of Good Faith, Port au Prince Haiti. Shops of the town operate nearby.
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Gordon Bibb
Marvin Dinsmore
Bonne Foi
Port
Au Prince
Haiti
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