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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1971

Page

6

Finesse decisions in match play lead to a cashing of diamonds

In a National Mixed Pair Championship match Lew Mathe and his wife overcame the common danger of a singleton king finesse. The article details the four hearts contract and the precise endplay sequence that avoided defense to diamonds. The recommended action with S74 HJ872 D AQJ974 C8 is to bid three diamonds, with a plan to raise to four diamonds if partner supports hearts.

Mickey Finn Los Angeles Lew Mathe West Mathe Dummy Declarer South

Christmas Cookies Spread Cheer for Holiday Baking

A lighthearted note highlights colorful Christmas cookies as a festive way to celebrate. The piece encourages starting baking and hiding treats as part of seasonal cheer.

Socialite Eleanor Whitney finds meaning beyond wealth and fame

Eleanor Searle Whitney, rich socialite and former Vanderbilt Whitney wife, says wealth brings responsibility. She pursues religion and charity, insisting personal involvement beats mere fundraising. Her conversion to Episcopalian faith and encounter with Billy Graham shaped a life of service over idle luxury.

Enid Nemy N.Y.T. News Service New York Eleanor Searle Whitney Whitney Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney Billy Graham Florida Southern College

Horoscope for Wednesday and the 1971 Christmas pudding note

The column predicts a year of inner growth for Sagittarians and Capricornians with guidance on prayer. It offers daily tips for Aries through Pisces and notes a Chicago Tribune Christmas pudding history from early recipes.

Capricorn Sagittarius Aquarius Nan The Chicago Tribune

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