1916. A tutorial on the art of bidding in cards. The thrills in Auction come from the opportunities afforded to out-general the adversaries in declaring. The bidding is the chief feature, which arouses our excitement and enthusiasm. To match our wits against others, of the same mental strength as ourselves, and either to do or be done by, makes an intensely stimulating contest. Contents: Auction Thrills; The Major Suits Come First; The No Trump Comes Second; The Minor Suits Come Last; Business Doubles; The Language of Auction; The Nerve to Act; Illustrative Hands; The Showdown; Original and Subsequent Leads; 1915 Laws of Auction; and Synopsis of Auction Penalties.