E-tailers struggle to convert browsers to buyers study finds
A Pew survey of 2,038 Internet users during the holiday season shows many shoppers prefer seeing products before buying online and use the Web mainly for gift ideas and price comparisons. About 24 percent purchased items online, with regionally varied shopping patterns and rising online social activity.
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U.S. manufacturing hits decade low in December
New York AP reports U S manufacturing declined to 43.7 in December from 47.7 in November signaling weaker economy and potential Fed rate cuts. Norbert Ore and Joel Naroff weigh in warning of rising recession risk and the impact of higher rates and energy prices on the sector.
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Museum staff urged to apply for conference funds
Frederick historian Elizabeth Coondina invites museum staff and volunteers to apply for the Frederick Historic Sites Development Scholar ship funds. Applicants must send letters by January 29 detailing goals and conference plans. Ship recipients will be notified in time for the February early conference proceedings.
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Grain and cattle futures dip on CBOT trading day
Grain and soybean futures retreated on the first day of the bushel while cattle futures showed mixed movement. March soybeans fell five cents to 5.04 a bushel and feeder cattle rose 47 cents to 97.91 cents a pound, with live cattle down 35 cents to 57.17 dollars per hundredweight.
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EntreMed to repurchase 291,666 shares in option exercise
EntreMed Inc of Rockville says it has exercised the second of three options to buy back 291,666 shares of its common stock from Bristol-Myers Squibb. The firm remains a clinical stage company focusing on inhibiting abnormal blood vessel growth.
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Farming News Pictures Ag Calendar Tuesday in Agriculture Pages
The Frederich Nems-Post publishes farming news and a weekly agriculture calendar every Tuesday in its agriculture pages, guiding readers through seasonal practices, market notes, and upcoming events.
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Cut & Clips offers in home pet care service launch
Lynn Moura launches Cut & Clips in Frederck area offering in home dog grooming and pet sitting. She is bonded insured and a Pet Sitters International member promising daily visits to feed water and care for pets and to bring peace of mind to owners while away. Her associate brings over 20 years grooming experience. Call for a free consultation 301-874-114.
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Insurance representative visits Friday for consumer questions
Staff reports announce a Maryland Insurance Administration event open to the public Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No appointment is needed. The MIA regulates life health auto and home insurance in Maryland and handles consumer complaints. Call 1-800-492-6116 for more information.
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