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War, bids, and a card game analysis from a mixed almanac
The World Almanac recalls the 1739 Jenkins Ear dispute sparked by Captain Jenkins ear tale, while Albert Morehead explains bridge bidding logic in a duplicate game. He contrasts balanced vs unbalanced hands, noting spades can give a strong advantage and detailing a four spades declarer line and an East West overcall in clubs.
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World Almanac
Jenkins
House of Commons
England
Albert Morehead
Morehead
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