Supreme Court backs free speech over liquor price ads
Rhode Island law banning price mentions in liquor ads was struck down in a unanimous decision, affirming First Amendment rights. Liquor store owners, including John Harenian and Al Murphy, warn competition may force them to advertise prices, citing potential influx of lower-cost ads and ongoing market battles.
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Retail Sales Dip 0.3 Percent in April
U S commerce report shows April retail sales at 208.9 billion dollars, down 0.3 percent after a March 0.5 percent gain and a February surge. Auto purchases declined sharply, offsetting a 0.4 percent rise excluding autos, as analysts weigh debt and wage trends against steady consumer spending.
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