Market climbs despite sluggish follow-through on gains
New York stocks held a modest advance as the Dow gained 4.30 to 2613.04 in a lighter NYSE volume of 154.38 million shares. Bond yields eased on long Treasuries but trading later reversed, with analysts noting a mixed outlook after a record July trade deficit and a wary street about a renewed pullback.
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Chrysler Canada workers face possible strike after pension demand
Canada strike looms as 10,000 Chrysler Canada employees could walk out when their contract expired at midnight after the Canadian Auto Workers union rejected chief negotiator Bill Fisher's offer. Union president Bob White said pensions must be indexed to inflation, while picket captains prepared in Windsor Ajax and Etobicoke.
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Smokeless cigarette seen boosting tobacco image
RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co plans a smokeless cigarette that delivers tobacco flavor without burning and emits under 10 percent of tars. It still releases nicotine and carbon monoxide and produces almost no smoke, reducing secondhand annoyance. Regional test marketing is set for next year.
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Piedmont avoids sanctions over on time performance gains
Piedmont Airlines dodged government sanctions by acting ahead of new airline performance rules. An On-Time Performance Committee proposed dozens of improvements, including revised schedules and bolstered spare parts inventories at hub operations. After implementation, on-time departures rose from 77 percent in August 1986 to 85 percent last month.
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Piedmont Airlines
Potential problems found on CSX tracks prompt audit
Federal Railroad Administration inspectors found worn switches and missing bolts on CSX tracks between Washington and Harpers Ferry during a six week audit spurred by derailments. CSX slowed trains to 40 mph over the weekend. repairs resumed normal speeds as inspectors evaluated maintenance, track conditions, and management compliance.
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Dole to resign as transportation secretary in 1985 run
Elizabeth Dole announced she will resign as transportation secretary effective October 1 to campaign full time for her husband Senator Bob Dole. After meeting with President Reagan she outlined a 12 state southern swing, aiming to help secure the Republican nomination and future presidency.
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