Market closes week at records as averages hit highs
New York AP reports a strong 1966 debut with the Associated Press average up 25.6 to 364.1, a weekly high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumps 16.87 to 986.13, with daily record peaks and optimism over steel price talks boosting investor confidence.
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Strong Soybean Futures Drive Weeklong Rally in Grains
The market logged the strongest bull phase in months with old crop soybeans gaining 20 cents or more a bushel. Corn and wheat rose about 3 cents, oats up roughly one cent, and rye finishing higher. Analysts cite inflation expectations and fears of famine relief as key drivers, with South Africa noted. Wheat led with March at 1.6994-1.78, corn 1.2734-1.275, soybeans 2.7596-2.774, and rye around 1.34-1.35. Crucible Steel and U.S. Steel moved higher amid price tweaks. Trading volume and bond activity also shifted as banks favored treasuries.
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Preminger Hurt After Glass Hit at 21 Club
Police identify film producer Otto Preminger aged 60 as the man struck in the face by a glass at the 21 Club in midtown Manhattan causing slight injuries on Friday.
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Grand Canyon Visitors Reach 1.69 Million in 1965
The National Park Service reports 1,689,230 people visited Grand Canyon in 1965, up from 1,575,737 in 1964. Data shows steady tourist interest and strong annual visitation in the park.
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Focus On Color Reaches Crescendo
AP Movie Television Writer Bob Thomas notes color television changes family life as teens push for color sets. The piece describes neighborhoods adding color antennas, watching programs in color, and even commercials drawing attention with vivid hues, transforming viewing habits and appeal of products from cars to cigarettes.
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