Wall Street rises on Verizon Vodafone acquisition chatter
Blue chip stocks gain as a possible Verizon Vodafone deal fuels optimism. Dow reaches a new record close while S&P 500 and Nasdaq dip slightly. Vodafone denies a $160 billion bid, markets await confirmation. IHOP bids $1.9 billion for Applebee’s, planning expansion via franchising and store divestitures through 2010. Analysts warn of a tough Q2 for restaurants amid high costs and weak consumer spending.
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Subprime jitters lift safe haven U S Treasury bond prices
Subprime mortgage jitters push investors to government bonds as the 10 year note gains 0.437 per 1000 with yield down to 5.04 percent and the 30 year bond rises 0.28 points with yield at 6.13 percent. The 2 year note advances 0.25 with yield 4.87 percent. Three month bills yield 4.94 percent.
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Agriculture reports spotty showers. rain不足
The Gazette notes scattered showers in eastern Iowa bringing limited relief to farmers. Corn and soybean crops show stress from heat and dry soil while topsoil moisture remains largely short to very short statewide. Local rains ranged 0.2 to 0.4 inches with some areas lacking rain entirely.
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Lions Club food stand a hit at Jones County Fair
The Monticello Lions Club food stand draws crowds at the Great Jones County Fair offering roast beef meals at 6.50 with sides. Daily 120 pounds of roast beef cooked, plus 4 older options, while weather affects turnout. The club, with 53 members, needs 36 volunteers daily to run four hour shifts, aims to raise 12,000 to 15,000 dollars for 21 supported programs including Camp Courageous of Iowa and the Monticello Food Pantry.
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Great Jones County Fair runs through Sunday in Monticello
The Great Jones County Fair in Monticello continues through Sunday with daily admission of 9. Children 12 and under enter free while seniors get 1 off Wednesday to Friday. For info call 319-465-3275 or visit greatjonescountyfair.com. The Lions Club food stand, over 50 years old, offers seating, opens about 11 a.m. and closes near 10 p.m., with volunteers enjoying the fellowship despite occasional concerns about duties.
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Credit card deals lure fast food spenders
A summer promotion at Burger King offers a free meal after nine purchases on a Visa card from June 1 to August 31, up to seven dollars. The plan rewards frequent diners but may require many visits to reach the 10th buy. Readers weigh the value of loyalty discounts and tracking card usage.
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