Caution or Optimism Seen in Durable Goods Signs
The Syracuse Herald Journal reports on durable goods orders in April 1968, noting a drop from March but a rising backlog that signals continued activity for weeks. Backlog reaches $67.7 billion with shipments down, hinting at potential later price relief and capacity expansion.
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May 24 in history 1966 and notable events
On May 24 historical milestones include Manhattan’s 1626 purchase for 24 dollars and New Amsterdam’s founding. Morse sent the first public telegraph message in 1844. Carpenter orbited Earth in 1962. A 1964 riot at Lima’s national stadium killed 380 and injured 500. Dioramas on Dostoyevsky and Haiti’s colonial history noted.
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