Market Edges Up as Trading Slows on Mixed News
The Dow Jones industrial average rose to 935.20 at noon, advancing 4.13 as volume stayed sluggish. The Associated Press 60 stock average gained to 328.2 while rails and utilities showed mixed moves and broad market direction remained cautious amid foreign policy headlines.
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Over-The-Counter Bid-Asked Quotations Snapshot
NASD reported inter-dealer prices around 11 a.m. with quotations reflecting current market activity. Markets shift through the day and prices exclude retail markup or markdown.
Wage Bills Propose Gradual $2 Minimum for Many Workers
Two bills seek to raise the minimum wage to $2 for workers covered before 1966 with steps toward $2 next year. Farm workers would move from $1.30 to $1.50 this year and $1.70 next year, with farm coverage tied to eight full time workers. The Ehrlenborn proposal adds a $1.60 minimum for youths under 18 and students under 21, a point opponents say could push adults out of jobs.
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Honest Con victions Prompt Cures Problems
The quote urges straightforward beliefs to shape behavior, arguing that sincerity in one’s convictions reduces inner conflict and guides actions toward solving personal issues. It frames honesty as a discipline that clarifies choices and strengthens resolve.
Baptists Seek Delegates Against U S Rule In War
The General Baptist State Convention of North Carolina condemned American intervention in Southeast Asia. Delegates telegraphed President Nixon demanding immediate withdrawal of U S forces. They also created a political action commission to interview state office candidates and endorse some.
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11 More Bodies Found In Mine
In Kellogg Idaho rescue teams found 11 more victims at the Sunshine silver mine. The confirmed dead rose to 58 with 33 still missing after a nine day fire. Four corpses were located at 3400 feet and seven at 3700 feet as efforts were hindered by smoke and gas. Mine manager Marvin Chase suggested the seven dead were likely trying to escape the blaze.
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Nixon faces impeachment push as war debate grows
Treasury Secretary Connally criticized Senate Democrats for condemning Nixon and hinted he might not vote Democratic in the presidential race. An advance U.S. delegation keeps Moscow talks alive ahead of Nixon's May 22 summit. China called mine orders near North Vietnamese harbors a flagrant provocation. Rep. Abzug and three antiwar allies introduced an impeachment resolution, though observers doubt its seriousness.
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Life's Like That Phrase Reflected In Wry Observation
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High Point Enterprise Established 1884 Sunday Edition
The High Point Enterprise marks its origin in 1884 with a Sunday edition still reflecting the paper’s long-standing daily news mission for the community.
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Mills Stepping Up Pace Of Campaign
Washington AP report says Rep. Wilbur D. Mills plans to announce a intensified effort for the Democratic presidential nomination. He will outline a delegate focused strategy sidestepping remaining primaries and targeting non pledged delegates with a committee reportedly formed to pursue key delegations.
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Connally says dollar remains steady abroad
Treasury Secretary Connally, in Washington, says Nixon's Vietnam moves do not press the dollar overseas. He notes the official gold price anchors the dollar and that gold market volatility can spike despite dollar stability. He expects progress later this month on naming major countries to shape a new monetary system.
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Recreation Reveals Mindset Over Skill Is Key
Opinion piece arguing that lacking play ability reflects deeper thinking and living habits. It links recreational missteps to broader life choices, urging mindful engagement and responsibilities in leisure settings.
Teenager Mistreated By IRA in Belfast
The Official IRA abducted a 15 year old Catholic girl from her home for five days, starved and feathered her for spying for Scotland Yard, and warned punishment would be harsher if she were older. In Londonderry a three hour clash left no Army casualties as 35,000 Catholics behind barricades faced a military post. A bomb devastated Belfast's Cooperative store, injuring twenty five as glass and debris flew.
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High Point approves Edward Street improvements assessment plan
City Council adopts final resolution for Edward Street water main and sewer work from Robbins Road to end, declares total improvement cost, adopts the preliminary assessment roll, fixes May 29 1972 hearing, and publishes notice. Calculations show cost per front foot 5.06 for WS-7022 on Edward Street.
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