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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1975
Page
6
The column explains the Blue Willow china design from England, notes its Chinese inspiration, and credits George Guckenberger of the Ohio Art Co. for sharing the story. It highlights the Christmas gift appeal and the long history of the tableware pattern.
In a holiday column a reader shares the classic Chinese legend behind Blue Willow porcelain. The tale follows Koong-See and her secretary Chang, their arranged marriage, elopement, betrayal, tragedy, and the two lovers united only in myth as doves overlook their story on the tray.
Ann Landers answers readers on distinguishing thieves from possible dementia in an elderly friend. She suggests masking the loss, resuming friendship cautiously, and watching for signs while considering small strokes as a possibility.
Bridge instruction by Alfred Sheinwold from the Los Angeles Times discusses concealing diamond strength to avoid alerting opponents. The article presents a method to win by finessing diamonds and timing discards, with a sample hand and the recommended bid of two hearts.
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