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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1960

Page

5

Interesting Life On Washington Scene

Fannie Richardson profiles Mrs Bill Moyer wife of a Senate aide and notes her and her husband study and travels in Scotland and Europe Bill plans ministry but joins Washington work after Lyndon Johnson’s call Judith describes learning laundry by hand and life in Youth Hostels. The piece blends travel anecdotes with political connection and personal reflections.

Fannie Richardson Washington Bill Moyer Sen Lyndon Johnson Texas University of Texas University of Edinburg Seminary Ft. Worth Marshall Tex Scotland Judith Bill Sen. Johnson William Cope Moyer Morgan County Moyer

Goren on Bridge Quiz Question From 1960 Chicase Tribune

In a bridge puzzle South holds 4AJ9 6 YAQIO 4 4QI10 5 HE. After 1& Double Pass 19 2a 7? the suggested bid is Two Hearts. The commentator notes the hand is strong but warns against forcing partner with a three heart raise if it risks safety and contract for game if partner supports.

The Chicase Tribune

Bridge bidding puzzle with South hand described

In a four handed auction South opens two spades after a 14 pass sequence. North passes and East bids 29. The responder holds a nonminimal hand and has no further rebid available. The hand is not strong.

A Simple Heart Bid Sees Partner Through

South holds 3 As and a sparse hand. With North East South all Pass, a three heart bid is the proper call. A cue bid of two less signals partner’s likely lean holdings and directs the play without needless aggression.

Bridge bidding lesson on hand evaluation and double response

The expert notes a hand valued at 17 points for mes heart support, too strong for a three heart response with a 16 point limit. It then discusses a South hand 4AQ106 VA1072 0530K78 A and suggests a split unsuited hand, defense for two tricks, partner one, and recommends a double.

WSCS Board Meets With Mrs Grizzard

The executive board of the Decatur District Woman's Society of Christian Service met at Mrs D L Grizzard's home. Mrs Grizzard called the meeting to order and Mrs Ben Peck gave the devotion. The board decided to hold a Spiritual Life Retreat this year.

Decatur District Woman's Society of Christian Service D. L. Grizzard

Warn Him Of Misgivings On An 11 Trick Contract

The speaker cautions about fulfilling an 11 trick contract and weighs possible risks and misgivings about the bid. It notes concerns over making the contract and potential consequences if not achieved.

Bridge bidding guidance for poor hand with four small clubs

The hand analysis notes a weak two bid by South and suggests attempting game despite a poor hand. It argues the player has three queens two jacks and a reasonable suit, implying there may be a chance at game if protected, rather than abandoning the contract.

Three Spade Bid Suggested After Pass Sequence

The bidding sequence shows 4AQ5495 6982 4Q3986 Pass Pass 1914 24 Pass 34 Pass. The adviser says bid three spades to signal spade control after a prior pass and a nonforcing two clubs. It aims to prompt partner to bid three no trump if his diamond protection suffices.

Bridge bidding puzzle slight under for three hearts cue

The hand in the diagram is slightly short of the point count to justify a direct three heart cue bid. South starts with one spade pass then two clubs? The suggested action is to refrain from a direct heart cue bid and consider a more cautious approach depending on partnership agreements.

Garden Ceremony Unites Miss Earle Ellington Bishop

Miss Earle Ellington Bishop, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elma G. Bishop of Schenectady, N Y, formerly Florence, wed Ted Lester Meek son of Mr. and Mrs. C D Meek of Decatur. The ceremony was in the garden of the bride’s grandmother Mrs J E Ellington in Charlottesville Va with Patsy Serpe Fon as maid of honor and Larry Conley of Philadelphia as best man. An informal reception followed.

Earle Ellington Bishop Elma G. Bishop Schenectady N.Y Florence Ted Lester Meek Patsy Serpe Fon Larry Conley Philadelphia

Falkville group names new district officers and chair

Mrs. Ernie Holmes of Falkville will serve as chairman. District and sub district officers include Mrs. D L Grizzard Mrs. I Jack Higginbotham Mrs. Ernie Holmes and several others. The next executive meeting is set for October 13 at 10 a.m. at the home of Mrs. Jack Higginbotham.

Ernie Holmes Falkville D. L. Grizzard I. Jack Higginbotham M. G. Smith T. F. Long L. L. McCulloch R. L. Hamilton Ben Peck Edward Christopher James Black R. D. Clark J. J. Dinsmore R. E. Atkins Robert Sittason Sarah Phillips Guild Jack Higginbotham

Central Methodist WSCS Meets For Wedding Ceremony

The Savage Circle of Central Methodist WSCS met in the church parlor for a ceremony led by Mrs. Marion Hamilton. Out of town guest Mrs. Glenn C. DePriest of Bolivar Tennessee attended. The couple honeymooned in the Blue Ridge Mountains and will reside at Fort Ritchie Maryland where the groom serves in the armed forces. The bride attended the University of Texas and Florence State College. the groom attended Howard College and Florence State College.

Glenn C. DePriest Bolivar, Tenn Blue Ridge Mountains Fort Ritchie Maryland Meek Armed Services University of Texas Florence State College Howard College

Moving Benediction Service Closes Gathering

A devotional gathering concluded with a benediction. Mrs A Harrison and the devotion leaders hosted, serving 13 members and two guests at the event.

A Harrison

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