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White House design and bridge column legacy
The White House was designed by James Hoban, with a $500 prize for the best design. Washington chose the 18 acre site. John Adams was the first resident. Cornerstone laid October 13, 1792. Mrs Adams hung washing in the unfinished East Room. Also, a bridge column discusses strategic play for dropping the jack in a four club trick scenario.
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