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High Point Enterprise

Location

High Point, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1950

Page

5

Thrilling Bridge Hand From Vancouver Reader

W L Thomas of Vancouver describes a compelling bridge hand where opponents slip, and a fine sequence yields an overtrick in four spades or four hearts. He details West cashing hearts, clubs play, and a careful diamond discard leading to success.

W. L. Thomas Vancouver B. C West Thomas Dummy East Mr. Thomas Fast

Scientists plan sun earth space heat measurement sphere

Scientists will launch a gyro stabilized sphere from a cagge on ascent at about 1800 miles per hour to measure heat radiated by the sun, the earth, and space.

Earth Space

Smithsonian Institution located in which U S city

The questions ask the location of the Smithsonian Institution in the United States and other trivia about writers and presidents. The item also includes a biographical clue about a baseball player born in Los Angeles in 1915 who joined the Yankees in 1938 and achieved major league records and MVP honors in 1942.

United States Smithsonian Institution Gridiron Club Washington, D. C Mount Rushmore M. C Los Angeles Oakland Baseball Club University of Oregon New York Yankees Cleveland Indians Baseball Writers’ Association Indians Tower Hill London England

Anglican leader with colonial lands and religious tolerance

The text identifies a pivotal 17th century figure who held large land interests in New Jersey and a vast tract in present day Pennsylvania becoming supreme governor. He promoted liberty of conscience and fair treatment of Native peoples before dying in England on July 30 1718.

New Jersey England Europe Pennsylvania

Contemplation and Knowledge Like Digestion

A reflective adage states contemplation yields knowledge as digestion extracts life from food, attributed to Tryon Edwards, underscoring inward processing of ideas for insight.

Tryon Edwards

Notable 19th and 20th Century Historic Milestones

A timeline notes 1885 dedication of the Washington Monument in Washington D C 1916 start of the Battle of Verdun in World War I and 1932 election of Eamon de Valera as president of Ireland listing key events and dates from modern history.

Washington Monument Washington, D. C Verdun Famon de Valera Eire

Voluminous definition from Latin origin and usage

The word voluminosus describes something full of volume or folds, used for lengthy writing or speech. Originates from Late Latin and means full of folds or bulging.

Birthday Celebrants Include Auden Patterson Sheridan Yawkey

Birthday list highlights Wyston Hugh Auden poet Robert P. Patterson former War secretary Ann Sheridan actress and Thomas Yawkey owner of a major league baseball club.

Wyston Hugh Auden Robert P. Patterson Ann Sheridan Thomas Yawkey

Astrology notes for today and the year ahead

The reader is advised to use tact and sound judgment to navigate the coming year. Emphasis on ambition industry and a generous intuitive approach in today’s child hints at opportunities and growth, with prudent guidance for safety and success.

Washingtons and presidents in a cryptic quiz

A compact quiz reference lists Washington D C and four presidents along with Oliver Goldsmith and journalism. The final clue hints at Woodrow Wilson and a coded line wed WMS WOROD rop-4.

Washington, D. C Oliver Goldsmith Journalism George Washington Thomas Jefferson Abraham Lincoln Theodore Roosevelt Woodrow Wilson WMS Worod Rop

Canasta Tips and Rules From McKenney Q&A

McKenney answers common Canasta questions about initial melds with wild cards and deuces, how four handed play freezes the pack, black treys as stop cards, and scoring to determine the winner and prize. Key points include when wild cards become penalties, how partners can add to melds, and the conditions for freezing the pack.

Dash events headline Southern Conference Indoor Games

The 60 yard dash at Chapel Hill on February 25 will be a feature of the classic. Standout sprinters include Bill Alexon Maryland Sterling Wingo Virginia Tech Tommy Woodlee South Carolina Tommy Reeves Duke Bill Albans and Dave Willis from North Carolina.

Chapel Hill Bill Alexon Maryland Sterling Wingo Virginia Tech Tommy Woodlee South Carolina Tommy Reeves Duke Bill Albans Dave Willis North Carolina

McKinney to Address Frequently Asked Questions

Mr McKinney cannot answer individual reader questions in full but will publish his column with the most commonly asked questions. He plans to compile the top inquiries and provide concise responses for general guidance.

Mr. McKinney

Duel in Two Mile Showdown at Southern Conference Indoor Games

In Chapel Hill on Saturday February 25 Tyson Creamer of Marylawn faces Sam Magill of North Carolina in the two mile event. Magill is the reigning indoor and outdoor champion, aiming to defend his titles.

Chapel Hill Tyson Creamer Marylane Sam Magill North Carolina Magill

Marines Have Fought in Every U.S. War Since Revolution

A concise statement notes that Marines have participated in every conflict the United States entered since the Revolutionary War, highlighting their long-standing role in national military history.

United States

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