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Most emerging-market economies are in good shape, with relatively low inflation and interest rates and strong balance sheets
Caterpillar to invest in future markets Mar 12, 2008

Caterpillar is a dynamic, profitable company committed to growth in every region of the world and in every industry we serve. Our strong financial position and cash flow, along with solid operational performance, should result in continued shareholder satisfaction. By approving this increase, the board of directors is reinforcing management's strong confidence in the company's future
Caterpillar hikes dividend Jun 09, 2004

Jim Owens (born March 6, 1927) was the head football coach at the University of Washington from 1957 to 1974.

He played for the University of Oklahoma from 1946 to 1949. Owens was an assistant under the legendary Paul "Bear" Bryant at both the University of Kentucky and Texas A&M.

According to legend, after the 1956 season, when the Washington Huskies were looking for a head coach, Bryant indicated to reporters that Owens "will make a great coach for somebody some day". During his tenure at Washington, he compiled a 99-82-6 record. In 1959 and 1960, he led the team to back to back ten win seasons, back to back Rose Bowl wins and a national championship in 1960. He also led the Huskies to the 1964 Rose Bowl.

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