Stock market slips toward long weekend with broad gains
The noon Dow Jones industrial average rose 3.77 to 936.79 as trading stayed light before the Good Friday holiday. Advances outpaced declines about 3 to 2 on the NYSE, with gains across drugs airlines oils rails electronics aircrafts rubber motors and steels and glamour issues such as Xerox Polaroid and Control Data.
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Over-The-Counter Bid Asked Quotations Snapshot
NASD inter dealer price report shows representative bid and asked quotations around 11 a.m. Markets fluctuate through the day with no retail markup or commission included.
Fire at Hotel Sir Walter evacuates campaigns tied to Galifianakis
A trash fire near Rep. Nick Galifianakis campaign office forced evacuation of the sixth floor of the Hotel Sir Walter in Raleigh. No injuries, but smoke filled floors six and seven. water damage affected rooms including Lt. Gov. Pat Taylor's fifth floor campaign office. Gary Brisson, Galifianakis aide, also evacuated.
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VA Hospital Expansion Set in Durham
RALEIGH AP A $2.8 million expansion project at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Durham has been announced by Rep Nick Galifianakis D NC.
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Market Averages and Bond Quotes Show Mixed U.S. Trading
The Dow Jones industrial averages and related indices edge higher and lower across sectors as bond prices shift. Utilities and transportation notes appear with small gains, while rails and other categories display modest movements amid light trading.
New York Stock Exchange Noon Index Report
The noon NYSE index figures show mixed performance across sectors. Industrial shares rise modestly, while utilities retreat, with overall market movement narrowing around the 59.52 level.
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Life of Carolina reports strong premium growth in 1971
Premium income rose over 1 million for a 39 percent gain. Insurance in force ended the year above 202 million, a 19 percent rise, with company assets up 9.6 percent. Eleven directors were re elected, led by Carson C. Stout as chairman and Grover H. Cole as president.
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Lowe's Declares 30 Cent Quarterly Dividend
Lowe's Companies Inc announces a quarterly cash dividend of 30 cents per share on common stock. The payout date is May 1 with a record date of April 14, marking the 44th consecutive quarterly dividend. The firm operates 78 hard goods stores in 12 southeastern states, including an outlet in High Point.
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Rex Plastics Reports Strong Q1 Sales and Earnings
Rex Plastics Inc of Thomasville reports first quarter sales of 2,320,543 dollars, up 46 percent from the prior year. Pre tax earnings reach 204,145 dollars, up 59 percent, net earnings rise 61 percent to 103,645 dollars, and per share earnings are 27 cents, up 42 percent from 1971.
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Henredon Pays Quarterly Dividend on Common Stock
Henredon Furniture Industries will pay a regular quarterly dividend of 15 cents per share on common stock. The payment date is May 1 and the record date is April 14.
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Backward Swimming Octopi Exhibit Motion Pattern
The octopus species swims only when needed or during migration and then moves backward in jerks. They use the same jet propulsion method observed in squids to propel themselves through the water.
Harrisburg Seven Conspiracy Trial Heads to Jury Today
The Harrisburg seven conspiracy case featuring Rev. Philip Berrigan and six activists moves to jury deliberations after prosecutors claim the government used dramatic readings to prove a plot to kidnap Kissinger and damage government property. The defense argues the case rests on FBI informant Boyd Douglas Jr. and letters, while the prosecution asserts an ongoing conspiracy to kidnap Kissinger, bomb heating tunnels, and vandalize draft offices.
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Turbo Trains West Virginia Route Costly Political Shift
The Turbos, leased by the government, were reassigned from Boston to Parkersburg amid political pressure from Rep. Kuykendall and Sen. Staggers. Revenue fell on the Boston service while Parkersburg costs rose due to dual repair shops and reduced Boston trips. Officials debate impact on Amtrak funding and test the move amid cautious regional reaction.
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Harley Will Not See Any Point In Keeping It There.” Staggers
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