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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1956

Page

4

Unusual Defense Turns Back Three Notrump Contract

In a contract bridge column Jay Becker recounts a South declarer facing final three notrump. East's clever defense at clubs and diamonds yields nine winners for South's demise. The narrative credits A Mitchell Barnes for a historic defensive idea and analyzes the timing of South's errors.

A. Mitchell Barnes New York South Barnes Declarer Dummy King East West Bates Ines Syndicate, Inc

Across and Down Word Puzzle Items List

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Record per capita federal tax rise to 447 in 12 months

IRS reports the United States collected a record average of 447 per person in the fiscal year ended June 30, up 46 from the prior year and 11 more than the 1953 peak. The 1936 average far exceeded the 1915 level, with the low in 1833 at 1.93 per person on 112.421 million dollars in total tax receipts.

Washington Revenue Service

Wrigley's Spearmint Gum Ad for Holiday Giving

A vintage advertisement urges readers to keep ample Wrigley's Spearmint gum for the holidays. It promotes sharing after meals with friends and children, noting the gum is tasty, affordable, and widely appreciated as a pure treat.

Top Democrats Decline to Join Butler's Group

Washington UI The Democratic leaders in Congress reject joining Butler's advisory committee. Senate Leader Johnson and House Speaker Rayburn decline while remaining open to input. Eight Democrats have joined the 20 member group including Stevenson Kefauver and Truman.

Butler Washington UI Senate House Capitol Hill Paul M. Buller Lyndon B. Johnson Texas Sam Rayburn Johnson Rayburn Adlai E. Stevenson Sen Estes Kefauver Tennessee Truman Congress Kefauver

Pope Pius May Name First Negro Cardinal

The Vatican hints Pope Pius XVI may elevate a Black clergyman to cardinal at the next consistory. A possible increase in U.S. cardinals is noted, aligning with the pope's aim to diversify the church's college of princes.

Pope Pius Vatican City U.S Pius XVI

Morning and afternoon aspects warn of mild influences

The text notes morning hours are generally more favorable, with mild adverse aspects. It cautions against overconfidence and rule disregard under current radiations and predicts possible nervous system health issues for females. It also mentions a population projection and the 1865 abolition amendment proclamation date.

Aries to Pisces Horoscope 1946 by Field Enterprises

Aries through Pisces provide daily guidance on vitality finances feelings and tasks. Advice covers boosting energy delaying relaxation avoiding envy remarks improving home life and handling delays with prompt action while noting practical family decisions and personal conduct.

ARIES Taurus Gemini Uttess Abilty Leo Scorpio Capricorn Aquarius Field Enterprises, Inc

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