Financial markets halt after terrorist attacks documented
Stockbroker Gayla Borgognoni learns of the morning's terrorist attacks via WSIU radio and finds markets closed across the nation. The New York, American, and Chicago exchanges suspended trading while overseas markets drift, prompting calls and concerns of panic as brokers monitor developments for when activity might resume.
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Banks urge calm as customers avoid large cash withdrawals
Carbondale bankers reassure customers amid fears of widespread banking disruption. Old National Bank and FDIC measures emphasize contingency plans, redundant records, and cash reserves. Fed pledge to shield the system notes no panic as some depositors consider mass withdrawals. Local executives report mixed activity and emphasize Y2K readiness and risk discussion with large cash withdrawals.
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Store Workers React as Attacks Halt U S Commerce
In New York and across the country workers were sent home and stores locked as air traffic halted nationwide in the wake of terrorist attacks on New York City and the capital. FedEx and United Parcel Service operations stalled while landmark offices like Sears Tower faced evacuations. Ford, GM, Chrysler closed U S plants or headquarters, malls tightened security, and theme parks such as Disneyland and Universal Studios shut down.
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Day Off in Chicago Highlights Attack Weather
Barbara Levine in Carbondale recounts her daughter Shari at Clear Channel Communications in Chicago learning of the morning attacks. The John Hancock Building Sears Tower and Thompson Center closed amid threats. Shari was told not to report for work. Karen Binder.
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Karen Binder
Amtrak disruption shows little impact on Southern Illinois trains
Amtrak suspended service in the Northeast but Southern Illinois saw little effect on passenger trains. The Chicago office said limited operations would resume Tuesday afternoon on the Northeast Corridor with support for NJ Transit and Long Island Rail commuter trains into New York City. A Carbondale observer noted the 4:05 p.m. train appeared on time despite the disruptions. Linda Rush
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