Investor notes losses on mutual fund call investment
The investor explains a $1000 mutual fund call has fallen about $1.50 per share. The advisor cautions that mutual fund calls are unclear and suggests if shares were bought the fund could still gain but five year targets may not fit. High 9 percent commission adds to required profit.
Pinch test for obesity and menopause questions explained
Readers ask about a skin pinch method to gauge fat and about hair loss during menopause. The columnist notes the pinch test is a rough guide and mentions calipers and other methods. Advice includes managing anxiety and recognizing menopause as normal. cancer of the large intestine is serious but improves with early detection.
Mutual fund tips and tax considerations from Sam Shulsky
Questions and answers on investment choices including tax shelters, over the counter markets, and mutual funds. Sam Shulsky discusses tax-sheltered annuities, the OTC film, fund dividend reinvestment, commissions, and best practices for taking distributions while highlighting the impact of fees and asset value.
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General Murray Named Leader of U.S. Forces in Vietnam
Army Maj. Gen. John Murray, director of logistics for the U.S. command in Saigon, was named to take over the top U.S. military post in Vietnam after nearly all American troops have withdrawn, according to the State Department.
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What Records To Keep for Tax Purposes
IRS guidance outlines how long to keep records and lists specific items to preserve. It covers W-2s, investment records, receipts for business use of a car, travel and lodging expenses, home office costs, charitable contributions, medical costs, securities transactions, and real estate costs, with timelines and exceptions for capital gains.
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Police arrest two day thief in Yugoslavia
Novi Sad police said they captured a woman accused of stealing shoes in a department store. When asked why she took only left shoes she replied she had taken all the right ones yesterday.
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Bogus Shotgun Stopped Robbers by Unarmed Cop
Milton patrolman John Lank on dog patrol spotted the getaway car and forced it to the curb. He raised his nightstick and yelled that he had a shotgun, causing the two robbers to surrender with between 3500 and 4000 dollars recovered.
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Mass
UPI
Milton
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