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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1968
Page
10
Di-Gel offers complete relief for gassy indigestion by neutralizing excess acid and adding limethicone to break up gas. The advertisement promotes fast relief, suggests overindulgence as a cause, and notes availability in tablet or liquid forms from Plough, Inc.
Retailers face a slower sales outlook as riots disrupt downtown shopping and consumer caution rises. Surveys show cautious but improving sentiment, with credit and high planed purchases edging up. March sales figures loom as forecasters weigh consumer mood against unrest and arson-linked city center fear.
Retailers confront a volatile consumer mood tied to world affairs and a dangerous urban environment, risking a sales slowdown unless unexpectedly good news emerges. The industry stands on the firing line of a demanding urban market and mounting economic pressure.
Honeywell Inc. creates a Computer and Communications group by merging the Electronic Data Processing and Computer Control divisions with a new Communications division. Charles L. Davis named vice president in charge. The move follows 1967 data showing computer systems and communications volume above 20 percent of total sales.
AP reports stock market optimism from peace negotiations boosts the Dow beyond 880 with speculation of a test to 900-920. Standard & Poor’s notes improved investment climate and possible lower monetary problems, while Spear and Staff emphasizes market psychology as a key price mover.
Detroit Steel Corp president Charles A. Carter told shareholders the firm expects sales to climb 55 percent to about 80 million in the first seven months of 1968. He cited anticipated August steel strikes and inventory build ups by customers as factors. First quarter sales are projected at 32 million versus 23.6 million a year earlier, with 1967 net sales 95.459 million and net earnings 3.677 million or 93 cents per share.
A cautious note suggests ratios have improved and a decisive turn favoring a major bull market. Investors are urged to avoid stock chasing and instead align thinking with the growing bullish view.
The Civil Aeronautics Board approved the merger of Bonanza Air Lines Pacific Air Lines and West Coast Air Lines into Air West. President Johnson also approved due to international routes. Air West will operate across eight western states and Canadian and Mexican points serving about 100 cities through 80 airports.
Hamilton Watch Co. of Lancaster, Pa., announced it would enter the clock market, a $400 million-a-year field, with over 60 models to be released in April. The lineup includes travel alarms boudoir desk mantle and two wall clock types, with emphasis on electronic models.
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