Forces Tug By Henry J. Taylor Commentary on 1968 market drop
The piece analyzes the 1968 stock market decline, noting record volumes and major losses, including a $250 billion direct market value drop. It discusses the roles of confidence, institutions like Harvard and pension funds, and the concept of a selling climax versus a calm end to bear markets.
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Henry J. Taylor
Atlantic City
Harvard University
General Motors
Washington
Prosecution Dilemma for Attorney General Over Two Republicans
Washington column reports Ee Jonn Mitchell weighing charges against West Virginia Governor Aren Moore and Dallas Representative James Collins amid tax and kickback allegations. FBI probes, internal revenue actions, and White House involvement frame a high stakes political finance controversy.
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Jack Anderson
Washington
Ee Jonn Mitchell
I West Virginia
Aren Moore
Phi Delta Pai
Internal Revenue
Justice Department
Tax Division
James Collins
Dallas
Carl Collins
Nixon
Collins
Texas
Wil Wilson
Henry Petersen
FBI
Guv Moore
White House
Clark Mailenhoff
Moore
Reed
Daines
George
Carolyn Conner
Cannes Dallas
Haag
Carole Joyce Ancelein
Miss Conners
Ankara
Turkey
Air Force
Sue Gutterman
Lea Baker
Bernard Walder
Ray Fortner
Fortner
Collin
Mitchell
Wall Street Faces Uncertainty After Selling Climaxes
Market analysts note selling climaxes in individual stocks and markets are brief and unpredictable. A sustained rally depends on blue chip confidence and new economic news, with the Dow rising 45 to 12 percent in postwar rebounds and health hinging on steady leadership from top equities.
Old Medicine Texas Folk Medicine Review
Book review notes John Anderson's Encino Press Texas folk medicine compilation from 1333 cures. Texans contributed remedies, some prescribed by physicians, others simple folk cures using herbs, foods, axle grease, whiskey, or copper bracelets. The reviewer comments on nostalgia and the book's attractive presentation.
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Texas
Texas A&m University
University of Houston
Encino Press A
Borrowed Congressman Questions Youths for Government Jobs
A fragmentary political reflection notes that a congressman wonders why young people avoid public service careers like his relatives. The piece satirically recalls pioneer hardships and criticizes correspondence schools and a burned mailbox as part of social commentary.
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Sludgepump
Today in History Highlights May 29
On May 29 events include the fall of Constantinople in 1453 and Patrick Henry born in 1736. Rhode Island ratified the US Constitution in 1790, Wisconsin joined the Union in 1848, JFK born in 1917, Attu Battle in 1943, Everest summit in 1953, and Nixon creating a pollution council in recent years.
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Byzantine Empire
Constantinople
Patrott
Patrick Henry
Hanover County
Rhode Island
Wisconsin
John F. Kennedy
Brookline
Mass
U.S
Attu
Aleutians
Edmond Hillary
New Zealand
Tensing Norkay
Nepal
Mt. Everest
Syngman Rhee
Seoul
Honolulu
Bogalusa
Nixon
Roswell Daily Record Subscription Rates
Subscription rates in advance for Chaves County by mail and other counties and states in Roswell trade territory. Home delivery by carrier per month, three months, six months, and one year. Published every weekday evening except Saturday and on Sunday morning at 424 Morton Main Street. Roswell, NM.
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Chaves
Roswell
Trade
Mortin Main Street
Editorial urges seniors to avoid platitudes at baccalaureate
The Roswell High and Goddard High seniors will hear baccalaureate speakers Sunday night and valedictories later in the week. The editorial cautions against platitudes and urges messages that stress individuality and accountability, noting youths have faced struggles throughout history and must stand on their own feet.
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Roswell High School
Goddard High
Lessons for Graduates From a Baccalaureate Address
A speaker reflects on youth facing many challenges ahead. Inner strength, family discipline, religious training, education, and social skills shape how seniors handle massive problems. The talk stresses hope for a brighter tomorrow and urges graduates to heed the life lessons shared by those who have traveled the road.
Governor Candidates Rise in New Mexico Primary Contests
In Albuquerque and across the state, candidates including King and Daniels press mixed to lead in the governor race. Support spans Northern counties and urban bases as voters weigh campaign funds, university unrest at UNM, and promised aggressive administrations.
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Theniversity of
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Aeason
Aeriader
Vigiate
King
Jack
Habbe Sceresses
Daniels
Democratic
Arriba
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Taos
Mora
McKinsey County
Decora
Lex
Primar
Kinley
Daniele
Rcal Poidseiots
Campaigr
Steve Helbing
Roswell
Pete Domenic
Albuquerque
No Commission
Domenic
Pete
Helbing
Leigh
Sige Smett
Proithie
Erie
Ihepeniel
Southeast
Sen. Lopez
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