Almanac and historical notes for Friday April 20
Almanac entry for Friday April 20 1962 notes Good Friday full moon and visible planets. Highlights include 1902 radium isolation, 1903 Carnegie funding Hague Peace Palace, 1984 Shirley Temple early film career, and 1948 Walter Reuther shooting. Cicero quote included.
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United Press International
Jupiter
Venus
Marie
Pierre Curie
Andrew Carnegie
Hague
Netherlands
Shirley Temple
Walter Reuther
United Auto Workers Union
Question on Bridge Play: South Should Think Before Dummy Card
In a North South game, South’s play of the seven of spades from dummy cost the contract after East’s queen won the trick. The column argues South should have planned for possible 5-2 spade breaks and blocked the suit by playing the ace first, potentially making the contract. The puzzle asks what the responder should bid after partner opens one no trump and North later bids three hearts.
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North
West
East
Winged Turf Event Highlights by Bier Heap Column
Sports column reviews an eight turf event with emphasis on Wing shaped techniques and Bier Heap commentary. It notes notable performances, track conditions, and the columnist's brisk assessment of athletes and strategies.
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