Record Dow Rises 0.5 as Gains Outweigh Declines
The Dow Jones industrial average rose 0.50 to 918.99 amid a mixed NYSE day with a 4 to 3 advance over declines. Trading highlighted GE up about 3 on earnings anticipation, while California Computer, Pelman Oil, Canadian Javelin, and Computer Software posted small gains amid profit taking.
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Over-The-Counter Bid-Asked Quotes From NASD
Inter-dealer prices as of about 1 a.m. show changes through the day. Quotes exclude retail markups, markdowns, and commissions.
State Assembly reshapes government and redistricting plan
The 1971 General Assembly pursues a major state government reorganization by folding 300 plus agencies into about 19 departments. Redistricting lags with Western House plans ready in part while Eastern plans stall and Senate plans await a Supreme Court ruling. The Joint Appropriations Committee drives the heavy budget talks as four subcommittees tackle the money issue.
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Through the Via Dolorosa The Street of Sorrows Prompts delays
The article describes a religious processional path near a rocky summit said to mark where Christ died. A bearded monk hands a candle to a devout elderly woman who lights it on the altar, praying in solemn reverence as delays blamed on church groups stall restoration efforts.
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Via Dolorosa
A.P. Stock Averages Report from New York Exchange
Noon New York Stock Exchange index figures show small movements amid mixed trading. Utility stocks and other sectors display modest changes as investors monitor market signals.
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Aarnet
Nixon Delay and Easter recess shape withdrawal announcement
President delayed the April 15 withdrawal decision by about a week as Congress recessed for a long Easter break. Nixon aims to influence Senate and House statements by backing homefront speeches while antiwar protests surge nationwide. With policy expiring May 1, he must address the issue this month to sustain the movement.
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Cities Back Bigger Gas Tax Share Plan
The House tentatively approved bill 113.2 on Wednesday to advance a larger gas tax allocation for city street funding. Aimed at a 75 percent population based division and 25 to 35 percent for other needs, the measure seeks to boost municipal road finances while Democrats push for changes and Republicans argue over distribution.
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Marath
Varian Assoc
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Marcor
MerMid
Martina
WachCo
WarlSam
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WebAir
Mead Corp
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Wa Banc
Memorex Co
Merck
Whittaker
MINA
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Woolwich
Jae Um
Ao- Kerox Co
Zete Corp
Zenith R
Weekly Death Toll Rises in Indochina As Sapper Attacks Mount
Saigon reports 88 Americans killed last week in Indochina, the highest weekly toll in nine months. The deaths, 30 more than the prior week, mark the worst period since mid June 1970 when 104 Americans died.
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Saigon
Indochina
da Nang
North Carolina Environmental Plan Aims to Protect Coast and Resources
Environment proceedings seek sequestered funds for seizing assets and an ap praisal series to set escrow amounts. Bald Head Island and Cape Fear development leaders urge urgent remedies to craft a coastal protection policy addressing water and air pollution and improve state visual appeal.
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Carolina Cape Fearment Corp
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Commercia Scott
North Carolina
Judge Frees Octogenarian On Rape Rap
An octogenarian man convicted of rape is released after serving five years. He had been sentenced to imprisonment for the crime against a schoolteacher. Waters, released from prison, plans to visit his sister’s five acre farm and notes berry harvests.
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Waters
Fire Levels Sandhill Carpets Firm in Southern Pines
An explosion at 8 a.m. destroyed the Sandhill Carpets building in downtown Southern Pines, causing about 200000 dollars in losses including stock. Owner Walter Nelson had just left the premises for breakfast. The rear wall blew out and the roof collapsed. no injuries were reported and fires confined to the building. The blast cause was not immediately known.
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Sandhill Carpets, Inc
Walter Nelson
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Muskie Backs Peace Rally Ahead of April Demonstration
Senator Muskie endorses an April Washington peace rally sponsored by Leo and Justice, part of a spring offensive aiming for immediate U.S. withdrawal from South Vietnam, a $6500 guaranteed income, and war involvement reforms. He emphasizes peaceful assembly and government listening.
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