Market Back In Losing Column
The stock market slipped last week amid railroad strike fears and signals of higher rates. The Dow fell 8.75 to 707.70 and the AP average declined 1.9 to 271.2 as volume eased. Chrysler faced profit taking while Gulf Oil and Getty Oil edged higher.
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Headache Truths and a Local Pharmacy Hint
A light health note explains tension headaches arise from dilation of head arteries and nerve endings feeding pain. It cites causes like reading, TV, poor ventilation, driving, and stress. The piece ends with a local Professional Pharmacy advertisement offering quick prescription service and free delivery, plus a Household Hint about removing rust stains with a foil ball.
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Cotton Futures See Irregular Trading Amid Legislation Hopes
New York CP markets showed uneven moves as July futures drifted and fell about 65 cents from earlier highs amid expectations of new cotton legislation. Short covering and light commission buying provided brief support before profit taking. Crop reports remained favorable, with weekly exports at 42,000 bales and season total near 3.24 million bales.
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Congress May Get Railroad Dispute
Washington AP reports a looming railroad dispute with potential impacts on about 65 000 jobs and a $600 million issue. Railroads plan immediate work rule changes to cut jobs while five on train unions threaten to strike. Officials warn of economic disruption as railroads push to streamline operations.
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