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Bridge legends recount Independence Day card game tale
In a July 4 1776 post Declaration of Independence card session Adams Franklin Hancock and Jefferson played a bridge like hand. Jefferson led hearts. Franklin produced trumps. Adams ruffed and queried the crossruff plan while debating better lines. The four spade contract yielded nine tricks amid banter on misplayed hearts and clubs.
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