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Shotgun Hunting Season Brings Gift of Venison, Research Opportunities
Shotgun hunting season began Monday, and the weigh station was busy this week with hunters, biologists collecting ticks, and a new deer donation...
5:17 pm, November 30, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: Sept. 8
Jim Kaplan
Negative doubles occur when partner opens bidding, your right-hand opponent overcalls, and you have some strength but no other way to bid it.
12:09 pm, September 7, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: Sept. 1
Jim Kaplan
A veteran of more than 50 years competition, Dan Cabot has written a useful pamphlet called Duplicate Bridge for Beginners.
11:36 am, August 31, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: August 25
Jim Kaplan
Bridge players are constantly urged to count losing tricks in a suit contract.
2:28 pm, August 23, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: August 18
Jim Kaplan
Robert S. Todd teaches bridge, gives playing lessons, runs duplicate play on cruises, you name it. Oh, and he’s also an expert player.
3:42 pm, August 16, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: August 11
Jim Kaplan
The 2-over-1 bidding system, all the rage these days, deserves our consideration.
11:10 am, August 10, 2017
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Camp Ground Cottage Tour Is Portal to the Past
The charming doors of gingerbread cottages will open wide to visitors next Wednesday, August 9 for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Martha’s Vineyard Camp...
1:31 pm, August 4, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: August 4
Jim Kaplan
Some hands from the July 24 game at the Edgartown Bridge Club provide excellent lesson material.
3:32 pm, August 3, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: July 28
Jim Kaplan
Here’s a new convention. It’s easy enough to use and priceless on the rare occasions it’s needed.
12:43 pm, July 27, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: July 21
Jim Kaplan
Bidding and making a slam are one of bridge’s pure joys.
12:20 pm, July 20, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: July 7
Jim Kaplan
Bridge players need to stay on the same page as their partners. A 5 3 ♠ 2 ♥ Q J 9 8 6 ♥ 10 7 5 4 3 2 ♦ Q 10 6 ♦ K 9 3 ♣ 5 3 ♣ 10 8 4
2:58 pm, July 6, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: June 30
Jim Kaplan
Last week I offered some ground rules for takeout doubles in the direct seat. They can be described as SOS.
6:01 pm, June 28, 2017
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