Dollar Mixed as Sterling Rises and Oil Prices Slip
In London and New York trading, the dollar wavered versus major currencies while sterling climbed toward 1.84 dollars. Gold weakened on thin markets with London dealers signaling $441.75 to $440.75, and silver also slipped. Air fare changes saw United, American, and TWA raise cross country rates, ending the prior price war. Texaco wholesalers sue to block a 3 percent credit card handling charge. FERC predicted adequate natural gas supply for winter with 2 percent higher interstate supplies and lower demand amid conservation.
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New York
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Handy & Harman
Continental Airlines
United Airlines
American Airlines
United
Trans World Airlines
Chuck Novak
Chicago
West Coast
California
Pacific
TWA
American
Washington
National Association of Texaco
Texaco Inc
Chris Kiersted
Texaco
Houston
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Energy Department
New England
FERC
Record grain crops may ease hunger
Record global grain harvests push world stockpiles higher for 1982 as analysts project total grain production at about 1.49 billion metric tons led by wheat and coarse grains. Export estimates from top producers total 214.6 million tons, about 18 percent of world wheat and coarse grains. President Reagan marked World Food Day urging Americans to aid hunger elimination.
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Washington
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United States
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Argentina
U.S
Reagan
United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization
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Brazil
South Africa
Thailand
Marine Midland expands farm lending in Midstate region
Marine Midland Bank announces a major expansion of farm lending across the Midstate Region from the North Country to the Southern Tier, opening new agribusiness offices in Watertown Malone Cortland and planning a center to serve Jefferson Lewis Oswego St. Lawrence Franklin Clinton and Essex counties.
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Midstate
North Country
New York
Mohawk Valley
Robert E. Wehrle
Dugal C. Peck
Midstate Region
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Jefferson
Lewis
Oswego
Malone
St. Lawrence
Franklin
Clinton
Essex
Cortland
Central New York
Tered
Milton K. Frary
Barry ©. Bruyns
Steven T. Harter
David C. Riordan
Peck
Start a business in spare time by Dan Ramsey
Thousands of spare time workers start small manufacturing ventures with higher startup costs but potential better profits. Examples include raising angelfish for pet shops, making holiday decorations, and selling sack lunches to workers. Read about sources, licensing, and the $1.50 paperback offer for more guidance.
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Dan Ramsey
Jennifer Brubaker
Jenny
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Cornelison Ave
Jersey City
W. Sylvania Ave
Neptune City
N.J
Hawto
Marguerita Romero
Ing
Ll A.m
Herald-Journal
P.O
Dept. Gb
New York
Regan backs bank and S L reform measures
Treasury Secretary Donald Regan told the Senate Banking Committee that Congress should pass proposals to loosen controls on banks and savings and loans. He argued fewer restrictions would make the financial system more responsive to economic shifts and competition, with Sen. Jake Garn praising the move as a new era for growth and stability.
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Washington
Treasury
Donald T. Regan
Regan
Senate Banking Committee
Jake Garn
Utah
Thrift Legislation Faces Regan Skepticism on Provisions
Treasury secretary Regan questioned parts of a bill aiding savings and loan institutions. He opposed merging insurance funds and letting thrifts run mutual funds, while noting the need for experience with provisions before expansion. He warned delays would raise costs for S&Ls and consumers amid high rates and inflation. The measure would boost federal power to merge failing thrifts across state lines and with banks.
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MACNY to honor firms at annual dinner in Syracuse
The Manufacturers Association of Central New York will honor Solvay Process Co. successor Allied Corp. and King Laboratories at its October 27 dinner in Hotel Syracuse. Marilyn Van Derbur, Miss America runner, hosts and has TV experience while MACNY officials accept plaques for Allied and King.
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Manufacturers Association of
Central New York
Marilyn van Derbur
American Allied Corp
Syracuse
Solvay Process Co
King Laboratories
Mark S. White
Allied
David A. A. Rid
Ings
MACNY
William R. MacLeod
King Firm
Miss van Derbur
CBS
NBC
Ridings
General Motors Corp
H. Follett Hodgkins Jr
Macnyc
Pass & Seymour
Your Money's Worth How to pick and deal with lawyers
A guide on choosing paying and firing lawyers, with rising numbers of lawyers and new services. It notes advertising allowed, storefront firms, prepaid legal insurance, and a $20 billion industry. Start with referrals from employers unions or credit unions, then verify with reliable sources while considering specialties and fit.
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American Bar Association
ABA
Feas
How to choose a lawyer for your case
A practical guide to selecting legal counsel. Search widely using directories like Martindale Hubbell to learn background specialty and major clients but not fees. Ask how many similar cases the attorney has handled and see briefs filed. Check cost structures, initial consultations, and whether transcripts or travel costs are included. Ensure open communication and itemized bills. The majority are honest and competent within their specialties.
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Warren Burger
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