09 Dec 2000
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 2000
Page
1
A terse note indicates a recount will start quickly due to urgent time constraints. It cites unspecified officials and a high priority for resolving the result. The fragmentary text suggests procedural haste and formal actions pending.
Florida Supreme Court orders an immediate hand count of 40 000 disputed ballots statewide, narrowing the gap between Al Gore and George W. Bush to about 154 votes. The ruling faces further appeals as Bush allies seek limits on recounts until the US Supreme Court weighs in.
Investors pushed major indices higher on Friday led by strength in the Nasdaq and Dow as a government jobs report boosts rate cut expectations. Despite Intel’s earnings warning, traders eyed political uncertainty ahead of Monday. The Nasdaq rose about 6 percent to 2917.43, the Dow gained around 95 to 10712.91, and the S&P 500 moved to 1369.89.
Nasdaq closes up 6 percent to 2917.48 led by techs despite after-hours declines following the Florida Supreme Court ruling. Traders cite weak November job growth and potential Fed rate relief as factors. Intel warns of earnings slowdown, yet investors view tech as oversold and market stabilizing.
Local third graders at Gloverville Elementary School enjoyed an artist in residence program by Lois Hornbostel from Bryson City NC who taught the dulcimer, its Appalachian roots, and basic playing techniques. Students described the experience as guitar-like yet unique and noted the instrument’s decorative possibilities.
Consumers using shopping bots log on to multiple web sites every 30 seconds to find sale items. The automated programs trigger heavy traffic slowing holiday shopping sites and raising legal concerns for retailers like BlueLight com and Kmart online. Analysts warn sites may face more legal action if performance worsens and sales suffer.
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