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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1968
Page
5
Market activity lagged as the broad market posted a modest gain in early trading. Stocks showed limited moves with declines offset by cautious buying, influenced by federal policy signals and regional economic expectations in the Minneapolis area.
Trading on the New York Stock Exchange opened with varied activity as several key issues remained steady while others showed minor moves. Market observers noted limited momentum amid cautious trades as the session progressed.
In New York traders eyed daily totals as prices moved amid uncertain signals. Market activity showed notable gains and losses across sectors with investors seeking direction on economic indicators and corporate earnings.
Two people received emergency care at Medical Center Hospital Friday after falls. James Daniel Barnes, 36, of 692 Foster, had a fractured pelvis and was in satisfactory condition after a spill from a ladder. Sharon Kay Richey, 7, daughter of C E Phillips of 418 Stoddard, was treated for a fractured forearm and released. Attendants said the girl was injured in a fall.
A reader asks about income options as her son nears college age and her home is paid for. The 1967 SSA amendments may let a severely disabled widow collect benefits at 50, but she cannot receive widow’s disability while already on maternal benefits. options include ongoing payments until the son turns 18 and potential educational aid from VA.
A widow seeks guidance on Amex sales requirements and discloses her disability. The notice requests information or assistance from readers and mentions contacting Mary Feeley Veare of this newspaper.
Tex. AP report notes Vigucas Count Beard administrator Poy Visher and PCB officials meeting Thoms with the PCB’s new head Beirne 2 Geren. Abilene engineer Gerion received a briefing on baited operations and problems, termed a Snive visit. Authorities discussed test effigiaty and efforts in Austin Gowtaka Neosppaint.
Firemen battled ten alarms on Thursday and Friday with five calls responding. A James Nixon address at 162 West 18th was destroyed by fire of unknown origin while Carl Nunley’s car at 1109 Bluebonnet was charred at home. Jessie Lowery and Henry Crawford residences suffered damage including a dryerless scene and a blaze around 16th Street near La Casa. A false alarm near 16th prompted speedy truck responses.
One person, Iinda Henry, 19, of 3113 North yom Green, received emergency facial injuries after a minor crash Thursday at 898 Beauty Road. Ann Brown, 20, of 8814 Lamar, driving north on Cast County Road, collided with a southbound turning vehicle driven by Melvin Howard K. of 3205 Redbud. Damage is estimated at 450 dollars.
Tina Dangerfield five, daughter of Don Dangerfield of 412 Pat Torson, will undergo surgery at the Medical Center to remove a needle accidentally lodged in her left foot.
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