Investment guide answers readers questions on bonds and investing
Sam Shulsky weighs convertible debentures versus straight bonds, explains short selling risks, and advises retirees and widows on allocating savings. He notes convertible yields often exceed quality straight bonds, warns about unlimited losses in shorting, and recommends prioritizing top quality bonds, insured savings, or diversified approaches based on recipient’s age and resources.
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Sam Shulsky
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Man argues use of public property in theft charge
Harold Rhodes, 20, hauled into Memphis city court on larceny over stealing a police patrol car argues he was using public property. His lawyer seeks charge reduction to malicious mischief. Judge White warns such a defense would cause chaos and binds Rhodes over to the state on a $250 bond.
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Memphis
UPI
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Plaque at new Jewish welfare home causes confusion
UPI reports a plaque unveiling in Hemel Hempstead for a new Jewish welfare home went smoothly until the inscription revealed the home opened in January 1979. The piece also notes that John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the first Boy Scout to become President of the United States.
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Hemel Hempstead
England
UPI
John Fitzgerald Kennedy
United States
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