SPARE
SIDE GLANCES
MCKENNEY
ON
BRIDGE
When To Overcall
Your Opponent
BY WILLIAM E. MÕKENNEY
NE of the first sound lessons tought in bidding is this: If you are going to overcall your opponent and go into the two zone, have at least a five- card (suit and a minimum of Sone and one-half or two tricks. Vulnerable you should have at least two tricks.
Today I want to carry that point farther. If your opponent opens the bidding, as South did
· today," and "you (sitting Wes1) hold four of his trumps, the first question you must ask yourself is, "Do I want to bld at all?" West has a five-card suit with threo tricks, which is
opening bid In language. So you would
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Lesson Hand on Bidding Both vul.
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Weet North Cut RV Double. Pas „Opening÷4.0.
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that you are justified in bidding two hearts. Some players may even advise you to double, but If you do, your partner will probably bid- two diamonds. You will then bid two hearts, which North will double..
At times even the expert may make a vulnerable overcall with this hand, but he will not do it blindly. I want to warn you to be little more careful 'unð') thoughtful of your vulnerable
overcails,
When today's hand was play- ed at two hearts doubled, West took only two tricks. Ho mado the ace of trumps and a
trump.
+
small
South cashed the king of spades and then lod a heart. West played the
queça and
North won the trick with the king. He returned a Браде. South. carlied three spade tricks, North discarding a club "and"a" diamond. Now South led the nine of diamonds and West made' the mistake of putting on the queen, which North won with the king. He returned a diamond which South South played A small club, North won with the ace and returned another diamond. South-trumped and North still and to make two trump tricks
ruffed.
THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1949.
MOMENTS
EXIT
By Galbraith YOUR BIRTHDAY,
POPE, 1949 BY NEA EZRVICE, ING. V. M. REG US FAT.OF
"That picture taught me a lesson, dear-we ought to be more companionable! Will you come along with me to morrow on a shopping trip?"
BY THE WAY
by Beachcomber
IIS. morning there are probably long queues outside the shops which sell strings, for binder twine is freed from control_as_from today. We now come to tho important question will string be allowed to count as binder twine? May a man buy binder twine to
LIITELLIGENCE-
George has
stop watch
a
by TO. HARE Corgo, aged 12, is the
proud
Posicaoral
a stop-watch. From the top of the railway embankment Jie watched the Flying Norseman speeding towards London, whlic, at the same moment--the-Moorland Express rushed past in the opposite direction.
The two trains," Georga- told the "took it seconda to pass one another. The Muorlands
EXPICA
was half as long again as the Norseman. suppose that's why the Norseman was travelHeg faster. Ten per cent faster than the other train, I reckon."
Then here's a puzzle for you. George," I said. Support the two trains were travelling at the sperds exumated by you In the same direction. The Moorlands, Express is to begin with, in front. low long would it take the Norseman to pass ber 7"
Can
you calculate that asked Georg shouldn't think so."
What is the answer?
(Solution on this page).
SKELETON CROSSWORD
CLUES ACROSS
A. Nos sex free, apparentis (two
words).
Though late in the bus follow.
22. Kuband.
Is. looming station among the
14. Untax boer y "Fast's inviat i
Gwriter.
10. teactions in nice selection.
10
30. Nothing on a tree.
21. May: bo glue in more", than "
one sana.
Took his breath away)
23. 13 otters ringed before the
woal starIA.
CLVES. DOWN
* One end of a cucumber.
and 19. & Barb. Cross, or BloYono, maybe.
4. Do wild ones produce a poor
harvent ?
8. Courage which never varios.
6. Sport in which both cash and
title are involved.
7. Coloured water ?
5. Bhrub with room inside for
nothing more than a very simil couple..
Awakens to
perhap
KËTO - IMME
10. Unbeatable at the anish,
16. No clituse sort of recent, this
Korging, walka: done the 19. Tale bow bas seren colours.
V. Agitate without in
17. Ant.
· 10. Goe *9,"
One for the road? No: trom 20. Battle on a bill,"
(Solution on this pago)
tlo up his breeches or to make a parcel of fish? The maddened rush of a string. starved public might easily result in a serious shortage of.binder twine. And if we cannot
motor-cars to sell abroad produco enough
how can we afford to import binder twine or even com- mon string? Only efficiency will bridge the gap in the target.
How to run a gypsum
Factory (III)
ΑΝ
NY crystale left over from the making of foundry cement can bo. used for
1A
the
ed to go round collecting any particles in a strong basket on The basket should
BOR
PAGE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1
PORN today, your energy and determination are exceeded only by your high intuitive sense, which at times reaches psychic propor flora.. You have exceptional. intellectuat curiosity and are never satisfied with explang tions of things ne they have been or as they are: You have your own opinions and wi alfek to them relentlessly.
Even you women born on this day havo what is called the "masculine mind" and look at things os men do rather than through feminine eyes. Selence and philosophy interest. all of you born this day and you will be hap plest if you are involved in some brauch of these fields as a life work While you enjoy research and experimentation, you are not aloof from the rest of humanity and will want to give your findings to the world, at once.
STELLA
You are not as much interested in money las in ideas. But if you have the right kind of a manager and partner; you will probably col- lect plenty of this world's wealth before you die. You may be ahead of your own genera- tion in thought and action and your real fame may long outlive your
Your affections are deep and lasting. You enjoy only those of equal mental callbro and are not one to wear your heart on your sleeve.... Reading, musle and art aro, your first loves people come fourth In your life. To wed in haste, for you, is to repent at leisure. Ba foro- warned.
To and what the stors have in store for tomorrow, select your birthday star and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birth- day star be your dally guide.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2
BORN today, you have an alert mind that
-operates at high speed. It-takes an equal- iy-alert and adroit mentality to cope with yours, Consequently, you may be something of a long sout and you must get used to this early in life or it can bring you a great deal of unhappiness.
Your impulses are near the surface and you act through intuition rather then by analysis. Fortunately, for you; this is a result of your keen intellect and sharp intuitions acting in concert. If you follow these guides you will get along excellently. If you try to subdue this side of your nature you will be frustrated and often make incorrect decisions. Those who understand you realise this and will go along with you, even if what you say? and do sometimes appears unconvencional
The world orien calls this inspiration- when you are not being called foolhardy! You can start a Venture on a shoestring and bulld it into a fortune.
Since your nature is kindly, sympathetic and understanding of all those who operate on a similar plane, you are likely to find yourself surrounded by men and woman of ideas. Make sure, that somewhere in your circlo is a hard- headod, practical soul who can take good of all the business detalls for yout Since you caro must have harmony in your life, be very care ful in selecting a marriage partner. Lack of unity at home would make your life miserable.
To find what the stars have in store for tomorrow, select your birthday star and read the corresponding paragraph. Let your birth- day star bo your dally, gulde.
LIBRA (Sept. 28-Oct. 23 AQUARIUS (Jan. 31-Feb. 19) Restrictions are evident today Bo deliberate rather than im- Look ahead, not backward. You
GEMINI (May 22-June 22) so don't push decisions, elther pulsive If you want business, or perconal Bide your possible results.
the best should receive your rewards for time!
You can put past efforts. Work already done yourself in control.
brings profits.
OH BOY
BLUE BAND MARGARINE
Delicious on Sand- wiches, nutritive
cakes and all- cooking it must, be BLUE BANDI.
FRESH PACK BLUE BAND MARGARINE
AMONG THE
WILD
TRIBES of
AN AFRICA!
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)-- An erratic day unless you are того than ordinarily tactful with everyone. Bo diplomatie in all dealings.
PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar, 21)- Screen your friends carefully to A. poor day for social contacts.
CANCER (June 23-July 29) make sure of their loyalties. Be as tactful as you can when Avoid scandal by circumspect dealing with others behaviour. It pays.
to avoid trouble. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. ARIES (Mar. 22-Apr. 20)-- LEO 22)-Impulsive action can bring Lack of
(July · 24-Aug. 23)— tact can bring nils Compromise with a close friend rcal difficulty now. Guard understanding. against letting
Although but if it will bring a closer and bet- your affections temporary in nature, influence you.
it can ter understanding. No use to prove harmful to your future... bo
bo stubborn. CARPICORN (Dec. 23-Jan TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 21)--- 20)-A poor day, no matter Put forth extra effort today to Employment matters aro batter
VIRGO (Aug. 24-Sept. 22) how you look at it. Just be foro- gain a distinct advantage over than warned. Exert patience and others. A good idea should Arbitrate if necessary to win a social affatra Just now. care to avert trouble,
point of advaninge.
pay good dividends.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 3
-By W. H. BRANSON One of the most thrilling "messagos" ovor to como to Hong Kong, SUN, OCT. 2
HEAR THIS THRILLING STORY
·HONGKONG—17 Ventris Rd., Happy Valley Sunday, 7 P.M.
KOWLOON-Chatham & Mody Rds.
SUNDAY 8:30 P.M. BIBLE AUDITORIUM
anhydrita blocks for shed parti-Surprises may be in store for Anticipate fair returns for bring. Increased happiness ond LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23)-PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 21) life, Influenced by love, can tions. One man
you. Love. aon be wonderfull energy expended. A new idea business profits, too. crushing-room should be detall-
An unexpected Journey may may begin ptying of now. Bo bring real joy..
inspirational.
CANCER (June 23-July 23)--- Be prepared for surprises today Res ARIES (Mar. 22-Apr. 20) and you won't be disappointed. Beginning a business trip may Changes can be good) today's bring excellent returns. Antici- should bot Pato better-than-normal proats from a deal
wheels.
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then go to the weighing-room, whera the checker will enter the weight of the frogments in the day-book. Any fibrous frog ments should be reported, and set aside for lenticulation. It Is sometimes useful en- couragement to Give out standingly good workers bits of uncrystallized gypsum, keeps up the esprit de corps. In passing NOBODY, I suppose, would
SCORPIO (Oct, 24-Nov. 22) --New departures and une pected accurrences can bring real joy and happiness into your life.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. New plans and ideas may be TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 21)- 223-Minor difficulties may still developed with a good antlel- be in your orbit, both at home pation of their being well · FO¬· and at the office. Be and
paticat ceived by those in charge... for a while.
accuse me of taking an in- ordinately, cheerful view of this insane age. But I certainly do not agree with the writers who appear to havo no faith in God or man, and like to imagine, their despair, that everything will go on getting Worse
and worse. I am convinced that everything will go on getting worse and worse for a while, and that then man will come to his senses, use his begin to believe again some- reason, and thing outside the black circle of his own barren thoughts. not as decrepit as it looks. The trouble with writers Is that they read too many of each other's books Instead of Kotting out into the fresh air., The fly's revenge' SCHOLARS have wondered
Jo did
why the wretched not kill June's gadfly with in- secticide and why Bellerophon allowed the Insect sent
Jupiter to sting poor Pegasus
on the left fetlock. The answer, revealed the other day, is that are gluttons for delicious brands of insecticide.
Experi ments on alles have proved this. But to set
against his bad news, we have the word of an entomologist that the birth-rate. of files is dropping rapidly, be cause the mother By sees no point In bringing ille files into
a world where horses pre
so
LEO (July 24-Aug. 23)-Ba alert to bow benefis in business fits. A pleasure or business that can bring you added pro- trip is beneficial.
VIRGO (Aug. 24-Sept. 22)- Avold complications with mem- bers of the opposite sex if you CARPICORN
GEMINI (May 22-June 22) want life to move forward ad- (Deo, 23-Jan An important change in your vantageously'. 20)-Business as usual. An up- expected meeting with someone of the opposite sex may deter- mine your future emotional happiness.
AQUARIUS (Jan, 21-Feb, 19)
CROSSWORD SOLUTIONS
Solution of yesterday's puzzle.Solution of Skeleton Cross-
A good day for new.changes. Across: 1 Pad: 4, Sucar: word on this page:.
An adventurous meeting with a, Contract; 16, Lone; 11, Agree;. now friend may bring unex-12, Omen: 13, Teal; 16, Pac- pected happiness.
I
senger; 17, Ripe; 20, Stead;
22, Iden; 29; Maes; 25, Met; 48, Jerkin; 27, Essential.
Down:.
1, Polo; 2, Doner
CHESS PROBLEM One; 4, Statesmen; 5, Urgent;
By A. G. STUDES Black, pieces.
White, & plecta.
White to play and mate in two: to yesterday's
Solution problam:
rare and there is nothing to 1, P-K3. worry but a Wurlitzer-snoutod motor-car. In Detroit and Cow-
loy the suicido figures for les are quite alarming.
Q-QK1;
PxP; 2, Qxki;
QXP; 2, K-BG
6, Garages 7, Ace; 8; Coma; 9, ... Tear; 14, Lens; 15, Prime; 10, Sea; 18, Ides; 19, Pets; 21, Din; 24, Art.
INTELLIGENCE TESTY
SOLUTION
THIS simple. The relative Inngtha of the two trajne don't matter. Whether they 'RTH DOKAINE "Zone another, or one train is over- hauling the other, the distance. Wa are concerned with to that of their combined lengtha,,-
If the speed of the Moorlande Express in fom miles per hour, that of the Norseman is aim miles-per hour. Their relative speed when they pass one another is Aim miles per hour,
When the faster train overhauls the other, it does so at a speed of (iim-10m), 1 m ntles per hour, Šo the time taken. Je, SA KEL
·socunde, 'te, a minuter äs seognda,
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