A&P Retort Against Antitrust Attack on Low Prices
The company argues the anti trust suit threatens its chain and manufacturing units. It insists it provides low prices, supports 110000 employees, farmers and suppliers, and benefits consumers while denying monopoly claims. It warns higher prices and reduced living standards if A P collapses.
A&P Faces Legal Attack That Threatens Low Prices
The company argues that breaking up A&P would destroy the U.S. distribution system and raise food prices. It cites past political resistance to tax attempts and warns that court actions could impose high costs and disrupt efficient, low-cost groceries relied on by millions.
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