Maribel Vinson

In the Jan. 5 issue, Maribel Vinson takes the basic strokes and turns she has explained, adds one vital ingredient—a partner—and blends them all into the graceful art of pair skating.

•The annual two-in-one issue brings a heaping helping of delights. First, some holiday staples: the Silver All-America, a new Goren bridge quiz, five football bowl previews. Next, some brightly packaged surprises,...