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Record Number of Exhibitors Slated for ASCR Annual

Millersville, MD, Feb. 12--The Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration (ASCR) has announced that a record number of exhibitors will participate in the Association’s 2004 annual meeting.

Greenspan Sees New Strength, But Says Deficits Are

Washington, DC, Feb. 11--Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan said Wednesday the U.S. economy has made "impressive gains" since last summer and predicted that even the lagging job market should perk up in coming months.

OSHA Fines Tate Access Floors

Red Lion, PA, Feb. 11--Federal authorities have fined Tate Access Floors Inc. $8,400 for two safety violations in connection with the Nov. 24 death of a mechanic.

Karastan Rolls Out Carpet for 'Divas'

New York, NY, Feb. 11--According to Adweek, Karastan carpets--seeking to update its image for a young, contemporary audience of women who see themselves as "decorating divas”--is slated to launch a $5 million print campaign.

Fannie Mae To Increase Manufactured-Home Financing

Washington, DC, Feb. 10--Fannie Mae, responding to pressure from Congress, is preparing to increase its financing of manufactured housing, despite the heavy losses it has suffered in that sector during the past year.