Market跌: Dow sinks as housing data drags on sentiment
The market lost nearly 2 trillion in value with volatility lingering. Lehman Brothers’ Russell Jones notes ongoing woods to navigate while government data show housing starts fell 11.2 percent in March, the largest drop in six years, easing inflation fears but signaling mortgage rate impact. Fed has raised rates five times since last June as analysts foresee modest future increases. Breadth improves but many small tech stocks may not reclaim prior highs, per Hyman.
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Glass firm fire devastates east side building
A noon Tuesday blaze at a metal glass company destroyed much of the east side building after a heater gas leak ignited fiberglass panels. About 50 firefighters battled the flames for hours, with no injuries reported. The owner said employees will relocate. extensive damage likely to compel demolition.
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Fire Risk Remains High in West Texas Amid Drought
According to state officials, parts of West Texas face high to extreme fire danger despite some rainfall. The Texas Forest Service warns residents to avoid outdoor burning and sparks from equipment, dispose of smoking materials, and note that catalytic converters can ignite tall grass when vehicles are driven in dry areas.
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Waylon Jennings Undergoes Leg Surgery for Peripheral Vascular Disease
Country star Waylon Jennings, 62, underwent Monday surgery to ease leg pain from peripheral vascular disease in both legs. A spokeswoman said he came through fine and is expected to recover fully. no hospital named. Jennings known for Good Hearted Woman and Mamas Dont Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys.
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Hospital union stance and costs dominate district race talk
In contested races Hayes vs McNeil and Buice vs Trower candidates pressed hospital issues. Hayes and McNeil cited board records on rising health care costs while Buice praised public service on the hospital district board and Trower urged staffing reform to curb expenses without layoffs.
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Pediatrician says Elian is psychologically abused in Miami
A government adviser, Dr. Irwin Redlener, urged Janet Reno to remove Elian Gonzalez from his Miami relatives amid mounting court delay. He described the boy as horrendously exploited in a dangerous environment while protests and tense crowds surrounded the relatives’ home.
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Investigation finds no confirmed autism cluster in Brick New Jersey
Federal study shows 4 in 1,000 Brick children have autism and 2.7 in 1,000 have autism like disorders, higher than prior estimates. Water clean. Lead parent Billy Gallagher questions global implications and environmental causes remain unclear.
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Texas Lottery Drawn Numbers From Tuesday April 18
The Texas Lottery results show CASH 5 numbers 4 14 26 33 39 and PICK 3 digits 9 4 6 for Tuesday April 18. No prize details provided.
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Odessa American Mail Subscription Rates Summary
Odessa American offers mail subscriptions with daily, Sunday, weekend, and three, six month options. Rates shown include $15.50 for daily, $13 for Sunday, plus weekend and longer plans. Contact details include a phone line and an email placeholder, with a web address partially readable.
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