Market extends last week's rally on Wall Street
NEW YORK AP The stock markets extended last week's rally as traders awaited a record sized government securities offering. The Dow rose 11.26 to 2721.62 while 943 stocks advanced and 571 declined on the NYSE. Bond issuance loomed with a $30.5 billion Treasury auction, fueling mixed sentiment ahead of the sale.
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Sun safety tips warn tanning harms skin health
The FTC warns that tanning signals sun induced skin damage and offers steps for protection. Stay indoors or cover with hats and tight clothing, use sunscreen with high SPF, and apply enough product for full protection. SPF 15 blocks about half the protection if insufficient is applied. Some drugs can increase sun sensitivity and worsen rashes.
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Community awards and Mercer area job seminars announced
Wyoming County earns All West Women Community award from the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce. Mercer County Technical Education Center in Princeton hosts an Employment Seminar June 18 29 from 7 30 a m to noon on job hunting skills. Activities for children 6 and up include fitness remediation computer skills and more. Continuing Education units offered. Desktop publishing seminar at Mercer Center May 23 10 a m to 4 p m. Communications In The Workplace workshop at Bluefield State College May 9 9 a m to noon covers empathy listening barriers application and action planning. Call 327 4081 for reservations.
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Shareholders Fight USX Split Proposal in Findlay Meeting
In Findlay Ohio USX Corp shareholders backed management against a plan to divide the company into steel and energy firms. Carl Icahn, proposing a spin off of the steel unit, warned of possible defeat, while some major investors showed support for his aim to lift share value. About 600 attendees gathered at a junior high auditorium with others voting by proxy.
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Advertisement promotes Cal-Ban 3000 weight loss formula
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