Stock prices today broke eight points, the lowest level recorded since September, with some specialties moving down thirteen points. Over iwo million shares were transacted, with several billions of dollars worth in values, being erased in three selling waves; the first shortly after a steady opening; the second Immediately before noon; and, the third and final fifteen minutes before the close. The selling was attributed firstly io reported German successes in Holland; secondly, to rumours that Italy had decided to join Germany; and, thirdly to fears regarding the United States decisions in the Pacific.
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