When I first started trading at the CBOT in the early 80's suicides were pretty common. I'd guess between 1980-83 a couple of dozen traders (even two women). A few "name" guys too. Chris Heymeyer's brother was Charmain of the Cotton Exchange and shot himself to death. Chicago news anchor Walter Jacobson's brother, Alan was a suicide after being blown out of a 650k losing bond long on the years low. There must have been something about that "era" that made suicide so prevalent because it's been uncommon since. When I came into the Bond pit a guy near me killed himself after losing 20 thou. No pun intended but that was a little bit of over-kill....
Hey nitro. Unfortunatly I just heard the same rumor here. I havent heard any names. Its terrible. A clerk Im on the headset with came back from lunch and just told us this. He claims its from a very reliable source. damn jim
I love to hear stories like these from the oldies, how it used to be.., but this kinds of shocks me.. quite much
nitro, nice to see you back. Option mm funds are the only funds that are up huge this year. what are the concerns? based on the ones I know and am invested with, they are thrilled so far. thanks, surf ps please pm me if you dont want the info public-- this is important.