Almanac predicts frigid winter for East
The Old Farmer's Almanac 1983 edition forecasts a cold winter for the East and a milder one for the West. Weatherwise credits their blend of science and a secret formula, but cautions volcanic activity from Mexico’s Chichon event could affect accuracy.
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Jud Hale
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Bankruptcies surge as bad management hits firms
The United States faces a record pace of business failures, with an average of 473 companies closing or seeking reorganization weekly this year, the fastest since 1932. Small family firms predominate, but larger companies see rising insolvencies. oil, finance, and manufacturing sectors show strain amid inflation shifts and regulatory changes.
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UAW Chrysler talks delay ratification vote in dispute
Representatives of the United Auto Workers and Chrysler met over a tentative agreement reached 11 days earlier. The talks focused on absenteeism and insurance programs while ratification votes were postponed amid concerns over benefits and past concessions. UAW officials blamed logistical issues for the delay and some locals warned the pact may be rejected by members.
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Marc Stepp
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Stepp
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Britt Temby
Miner
Pat LeBlanc
Trenton
Mich
UAW
Larry Leach
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Twinsburg
Bob Weissman
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David Mitchell
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Republic Steel Denies Bankruptcy Rumors In Cleveland
Republic Steel Corp. denies reports it may file for bankruptcy saying rumors are unfounded. E B Jones says there is no truth about the company’s financial condition, as 13,000 workers remain laid off and 4,000 more are on short weeks.
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VW President McLernon resigns in VW of America shakeup
VW of America announces the departure of James W. McLernon after a top management shift aimed at boosting marketing and sales amid weak demand. Noel Phillipe will take over November 1 as acting chief executive. price cuts and diesel Rabbit sales trends factor into the broader downturn.
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David Healy
Drexel Barnham Lambert
New York
John Hammond
Data Resources Inc
Noel Phillipe
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Arvid J
Tey
Jouppi Sa McLerman
General Motors Corp
Hammond
U.S
Healy
Jouppi
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