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This is the nature of capitalism. A new idea comes along. Investors throw money at it. Eventually, an economic model emerges. At that point, the winners win big, and everyone else goes broke. The Street's role is to make sure that enough money gets thrown at the idea so that the profitable model takes shape quickly. This weeding-out process is time-tested, from the advent of trains, planes and automobiles early in the century to the more recent arrival of electronics, computers and biotechnology. Consumers almost always benefit; the average investor almost always is better off waiting...
...figures, shagadelic-shaker alcohol mixers, inflatable furniture, an Austin-inspired fragrance and an authorized Swedish penis enlarger. There's also a new version of the Clue board game, a near life-size doll of Dr. Evil's tiny henchman Mini-Me and a talking watch that barks phrases like "Throw me a frickin' bone here!" Kicking in additional millions for promotional tie-ins are half a dozen companies, ranging from Virgin Atlantic airlines to Heineken beer. Next spring there will be a prime-time HBO cartoon series. "We want this to be around for the next 10 to 20 years...
DIED. EDDIE STANKY, 83, pugnacious, pennant-winning second baseman; in Fairhope, Ala. Nicknamed "the Brat," Stanky battled his way through 11 seasons for National League teams, including the champion Brooklyn Dodgers, Boston Braves and New York Giants. "He can't run, he can't hit and he can't throw," said Dodgers general manager Branch Rickey. "But if there's a way to beat the other team, he'll find...
...need, and carry a prescription to be filled on the road if necessary. If she's prone to motion sickness, those zippered bags come in handy. While some major hotel chains offer childproofing kits (among them: Radisson, Ritz-Carlton and Westin hotels), it's always a good idea to throw a few outlet plugs and cabinet locks in your luggage. (Caution: if your child's friend is along for the ride, bring a copy of his insurance card plus two notarized documents--a letter permitting him to travel with you and a medical-release form...
...Chicago White Sox throw the World Series...