The World's Foremost Hypnotist and the Confidence Secret
In Lindys cafe Ralph Slater known as the World’s Foremost Hypnotist recalls a NYC plumbing convention tale. A man named Bedie Burdetti sought help for speech fear and Slater claims to failed hypnotism still sparked Eddie’s later success by planting belief in his own talent. Eddie later rose to a board post and a bigger speech, crediting personal grit over hypnosis.
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Lex Eraporium
Ralph Slater
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Eddie
New York Board of Trade
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Biddie
Oswald Jacoby Tourney Reveals Bridge Strategy Tips
The article discusses World Championship Match records from 1954 in Monte Carlo published by the American Contract Bridge League. It highlights bidding choices by Karl Schneider and Doug Steen, analyzes when to finesse for the king in trumps, and notes Besse's decisive play to secure a slam.
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Karl Schneider
Jean Besse
Doug Steen
California
Declarer
Besse
Steen
West
of Diamonds
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Wrest
Mickey Spillane Eyes Changing Tone of Mike Hammer
In a candid portrait, Mickey Spillane, 36, discusses mellowing after postwar violence, the possible end of Mike Hammer, and his plan to write fewer thrillers. He reflects on his success, Hollywood experiences, and a wish to pursue fiction with subtler mood and character.
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Hal Boyle
New York
Mickey Spillane
Mike Hammer
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Sherlock Holmes
Spillane
Muscle Mike
Mickey
Jack Stang
Newburgh
Hollywood
Clyde Batty
How To Pick A Mate and Related Research Notes
Questioned items summarize studies by Science Service and Northwestern University on long haul truck drivers and 1950s to 1952 popular taste among children, parents, and teachers. It references Alfred Moseley and Paul Witty, plus a pamphlet about mate selection and a request for 18 cents to obtain it.
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Science Service
Alfred Moseley
Harvard University
Northwestern University
Paul Witty
Hopalong Cassidy
Hows dy-Doody
Berle
Godfrey
Ms. Peepers
Institute of Family Relations
Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles
Caifornia
A Briggar
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