Across Down Puzzle Clues From Oelwein Daily Register
A fragmented 1973 puzzle page lists across and down clues with numbered entries and partial solutions including references to The Lone Ranger, Garbo, Geronimo, Cochise, and figures like Meg, Fawn, and Tony. The item resembles a printed crossword grid and clue list from a local newspaper.
Bridge problem: playing at four hearts with West hand
In four hearts the lead is spades three. After South plays ace and returns nine of diamonds, win in dummy and lead heart to force out South’s three. If South discards, ruffing or crossruff may be available. The singleton diamond return signals shape and guides play of third and fourth hearts to establish winner in other suit.
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North
South
Finessing Hearts to Lock In a Bridge Contract
In the given bridge hand the recommended play is to finesse the heart, not attempt a spade or diamond rush. Finesse avoids a risky ruff by North and preserves the contract, allowing you to win the rest of the tricks once the defense is neutralized.
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North
South
Confessing to affairs would serve no purpose
A reader in the Air Force asks if he should confess two pre marriage and overseas affairs to his wife. Abby advises against telling, saying confessing would hurt her. he has already sought forgiveness from Jesus. A second letter discusses hairdresser ethics and customer poaching. A middle-aged woman complains of a clock’s chimes keeping her awake during visits in Omaha. Abby suggests asking sister to stop the clock.
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