Penny-Wise Declarer Faces Two Spade Tricks Dilemma
In a bridge problem the declarer must decide between attacking hearts or clubs after a potential two spade tricks fail. By ducking two spade leads he can limit opponents to two spade tricks and force East to give up aces, assuming spades split 4-4. The odds favor West not opening a four-card suit, so the line aims to hold to two spade tricks and complete the contract.
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Washington AP reports the House will vote next Thursday on a hospital care program for Americans over 65 linked to Social Security. Democratic whip Hale Boggs warned members on both sides as the measure, added by the Senate to a House bill, faces conference talks. If backing plans prevail, the House could vote instructions to conferees to push the Social Security health care issue forward.
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