We document the existence of a new seasonal effect in stock returns based on the popular market wisdom 'Sell in May and go away', also known as the 'Halloween indicator'.
This suggests that (summer) vacations, especially in Europe, have a surprisingly strong seasonal effect on stock returns in financial markets.
In appendix A we compare (using a spanning test and the Merton and Henriksson test for market timing ability) the results of a trading strategy based on this simple market wisdom and compare these with a simple buy and hold strategy.
For our investigation we start with (continuously compounded) monthly stock returns of value weighted market indices5 of 19 countries (local currencies).
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Last Halloween, many people, both on and off campus, were hurt and shocked by the wearing of inappropriate costumes and disrespectful behaviors by some members of our campus community.
Please communicate the need for your members to live up to your organization's standards and values every day through their words and actions.
We would also like to take this opportunity to inform you that on Halloween evening, October 31st, and on the following Friday and Saturday (November 1st and 2nd), the Office of Student Life and the Division of Student Affairs Diversity Committee will offer a train-the-trainer experience in diversity and cultural awareness.
Halloween Safety http://www.accesskansas.org/kbi/PDF/brochures/Halloween Safety.pdf
Be aware and be informed so your children can have a safe, enjoyable Halloween.
Dusk is the time of poorest visibility for drivers.
Try to Trick or Treat Choose a costume that is easy to walk in, easy to see out of and If the Trick or Treating lasts into the night, wear a light colored costume.
Use reflective tape on the costume for additional visibility.
Loose costumes, oversized bags or unsafe shoes can cause falls or accidents.
If wearing a mask, choose one that is cool, comfortable and easy to see out of.
Wigs and costumes should be of non-flammable materials.
mdg785 http://media.vsb.bc.ca/168/cat/mdg785.pdf
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Here in entertaining fashion we look at everything from costumes and trick or treating, to spotting "bad" candy and what to be aware of while standing at a front door.
Children learn how Halloween began, and how over hundreds of years, it developed into the fun-filled yet spooky holiday we know today.
Youngsters will find out why jack-o-lanterns are carved from pumpkins; learn games to play and safety rules to follow.
The message is a positive one, emphasizing that with care, Halloween can be safe and happy.
It takes a positive approach in demonstrating safe costumes and make-up and suggests alternative activities to consider besides door-to-door trick-or-treating.
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3. Be certain that parents are familiar with every house and with all people from which the children receive treats.
7. When using facial masks, make sure that children can see and breathe properly and easily.
10. Children should be cautioned to remember any suspicious incidents and report them to their parents and/or the proper official.
12. Children should be cautioned to run away from people who try to trick them with special treats.
15. A good alternative to "Trick or Treating" is for parents to organize parties at home, in schools, or in community centers.
16. Ask around your community for information of special events.
Halloween http://www.basicchristian.org/Halloween.pdf
Here are some well thought out and Professionally designed Christian Tracts, published by the American Tract Society (ATS) that are perfect to be handed out to (Trick or Treaters) or to anyone during the Halloween Season.
These Tracts are small brochure size pieces of paper that are interesting, colorful, funny, informative and each has the Gospel Message of the Love of Jesus for everyone printed on the tract.
1Samuel 15:23 For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry.
2. Look for victories in your life even small ones and write them down, discard the failures and move on.
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is the date of the next fun-filled, educational camp-in for families and groups.
Watch the State Museum web site, www.museum.state.sc.us for details.
Carolina Cats Inc. will display black cats and answer questions about how to care for cats of any color on both days.
Oct. 28, 29 and 30 visitors of all ages can tour the "Haunted Museum."
Groups must have one adult chaperon for every five boys and one for every five girls.
Go for the gold at a camp-in centered around ancient Egypt and the exhibit Tutankhamun: `Wonderful Things' from the Pharaoh's Tomb.
Activities include crafts, a science program and kid-friendly tours of the popular exhibit.
Stage Fright
KANSAS CITY, Mo.: Halloween will never be the same in Kansas City after as the two largest entertainment producers, Starlight Theatre and Clear Channel Entertainment (CCE), transform Starlight into the ultimate haunted experience with STAGEFRIGHT at STARLIGHT.
Gates to this new ultimate frightening adventure open October 4 though Halloween.
The admission price of $18 allows patrons unlimited runs through three haunted houses, thrill rides and entertainment.
CCE, has enjoyed a long concert promotion history with Starlight Theatre, and brings experience of producing similar haunting events around the country to make this a Kansas City tradition.
The theater was named "Best Entertainment Venue" and "Best Performing Arts Venue" in Kansas City by Ingram's magazine and "Best Live Musical Theatre" by Kansas City magazine.
halloween_safety http://www.ihs.gov/FacilitiesServices/AreaOffices/Aberdeen-EHS/pdf/halloween_safety.pdf
Following simple safety tips will help keep Halloween activities safe and fun.
Costumes should be loose so warm clothes can be worn underneath.
Because they can obstruct a child's vision, masks are not recommended.
On the way Instruct children to stop only at houses or apartment buildings that are welllit and never enter a stranger's home.
Watch for signs of tampering, such as small pinholes in wrappers and torn or loose packages.
Carve pumpkins on stable, flat surfaces with good lighting.
Keep your home safe for visiting trick-or-treaters: remove anything a child could trip over such as garden hoses, toys, bikes and lawn decorations.
adhalloweensafety http://www.vanderbiltchildrens.com/uploads/documents/adhalloweensafety.pdf
Child Life Resource Specialist, wants you and your children to remember these tips so they can have a fun and safe Halloween!
Costumes should fit so kids can walk easily.
Masks should fit so kids can see in every direction, or use make-up and face paint.
Put reflective tape or stickers on costumes and bags so they are more easily seen.
Kids should always trick-or-treat with an adult.
Trick-or-treat only at homes of friends and neighbors.
Throw away candy that is dirty or has broken wrapping.
Reverse trick-or-treat: Kids dress up at home and adults in costumes bring treats door-to-door.
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From the small cocoa plantations of Ghana to the factories of Holland, a chocolate bar already in the mainstream markets in England is hoping to draw attention to the fair-trade cause in Madison and hopefully to the rest of the country.
Farmers joined together in the 1990s, with the assistance from Twin Trading and Comic Relief, and formed the Kuapa Kokoo, or good cocoa farmers.
Divine Chocolate is a fair-trade chocolate, which means the Kuapa Kokoo's 40,000 farmers are paid above market prices, enough to make a sustainable living and afford necessities, such as food, health care and education.
"Good things come from fair trade, profits go towards community projects, such as scholarships for schools," said fair-trade chocolate coordinator Sam Tokheim.
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DESTINATION MANAGEMENT, INC. is once again proud to be the Official Housing and Travel Company for Halloween XX. DMI offers lodging at select properties and transportation to and from the airport.
United Airlines is the preferred airline for this year's festivities and with one call, DMI can assist you with all your travel arrangements to New Orleans.
Reservations must be booked through DMI to receive the Halloween discounted rates.
The MAISON DUPUY is again the host hotel of Halloween XX. Located in the heart of the French Quarter and only 2 blocks from the "Gay Scene", the Maison Dupuy offers guests the personal attention and hospitality one expects from luxury accommodations.
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These days many parents are afraid to let their children go trick-or-treating, but they don't want to deprive their kids of fun.
Vowing to "put the FUN back in FUNERAL," Pat and his partners created a golf-themed casket (Fairway to Heaven), an Elvis casket (Return to Sender), and dozens of others.
the ultimate exit strategy for KISS fans everywhere.
And until the fateful day, the KISS Kasket can be used as a beer cooler (it is watertight, after all) or a storage unit.
But if you're looking for an incredible Halloween promotion, and you've got a nightclub or a haunted house willing to pick up the tab, look no further.
april2 Parents have a special opportunity to help children use their Halloween experiences for positive growth by understanding the holiday from children's inner perspective.
Parents can protect their child from becoming overwhelmed by these experiences by keeping things simple for their children, such as going only to a few familiar homes, walking with them to the door, and explaining things to their child as they are happening.
Costumes can scare and confuse young children because they are still learning that people cannot "magically" change.
For this one evening, a child's world is peopled with individuals who may have previously only existed as made-up characters in books or movies, and who also may be strange and unsettling.
