Real slob debates spark at Arthur Godfrey era
A chaotic page recalls reader volleys about Arthur Godfrey and Paul Douglas, comedic jabs and praise, noting Godfrey’s TV presence and scheduling issues. It mentions Ed Sullivan, Steve Allen, and various showbiz figures, with side comments from readers and industry chatter.
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New York
Arthur
Godfrey
Detroit
Paul Douglas
CBS
Tita
Steve Allen
Tive
Zar
Wilson
Francie Laine
Morey Amsterdam
Oscar Levant
Lou Walters
Ed Sullivan
Buster Keaton
Steve
Follies
Pat Gaston
Oswald Jacoby West's Overcall in Error
West's overcall of one no trump was an in-between bid that offered little for his side. He overestimated his high cards and declined a potential five diamond contract after the four-spade bidding, a choice that might have yielded a 100-point swing if East had misdefended. South won the opening diamond lead, dummy kinged spades, and West faced the ensuing play.
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East
South
North
What Others Are Saying and Bridge Play Recount
A bridge analysis details how South won a spade contract by a correct no trump overcall and a finesse, avoiding a risky guess. The column then compiles quotes from public figures: Dave Beck, Senator Knowland, Richard Guillen, King Hussein, Lord Hailsham, Archbishop Makarios, Francis Wilcox, Rep. Rooney, and Frank M. Porter, highlighting varied perspectives on world events and policy.
Indoor Peasants Typical Man in a Changing America
A U S Labor expert warns that white collar workers became the largest labor group in the United States, signaling a shift to indoor life. The piece imagines human costs and lifestyle changes as Americans move from outdoors to sedentary, indoors work and refined living.
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New York
United States
America
U. S. Department of Labor
Brunswick A. Bagdon
Louisville
Astrological Advice and Miscellany From an Unknown Page
The fragment blends zodiac horoscopes for Taurus to Pisces with stray notes on personalities, a mock dialogue about grandchildren and a brief aside about a TV duo Martins and Lewis. It also includes an unrelated How-To tip on glueing with wax paper between clamps.
Goats Climb Olives as San Jacinto Minute Battle Noted
Goats that eat olive like fruit climb trees up to 20 feet for the harvest. The Battle of San Jacinto lasted only 15 minutes. Steel pens replaced quills for writing in the 1820s.
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San Jacinto
Exploring Mind and Money in Marriage
This piece asks if psychosomatic illness exists and stresses a professional verdict. It argues individuals judge their own adjustment as beliefs shape behavior, then discusses finances in marriage, urging disclosure of debts and clear wills. It likens marriage to two-way traffic and stresses open communication.
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