Aerosol Industry Faces Limbo Amid Health Research
New York scientists study fluorocarbon impact while the $8 billion aerosol sector debates health risks and regulation. More than 3 billion spray cans are sold annually for antiperspirants, insecticides and other products. A government task force urged a fluorocarbon ban by 1978, prompting industry trials, labeling pushes, and shifts toward water based systems as firms seek safer propelants. Oregon moves independently with a 1977 spray ban, while Johnson Wax and Risdon explore nonfluorocarbon options and new test systems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
UPI
National Academy of Sciences
National Academy
Consumer Product Safety Commission
Commission
Oregon
Robert Straub
Johnson Wax
Risdon Manufacturing Co
Naugatuck
Car Filters as Insurance for Transmission and Cooling
The article explains that car filters, especially in the transmission, act as inexpensive protection against major damage by keeping fluid clean. Regular fluid and filter changes extend transmission life, while maintaining a 50/50 radiator antifreeze mix protects against freezing and overheating year round.
Lemon clause law aids car buyers with new warranties
The July 4 enactment empowers the Federal Trade Commission to set rules for informal dispute panels and warranties, enabling consumers to sue or seek refunds after reasonable repair attempts. The lemon rule requires a refund or replacement after repeated unsuccessful fixes, with class actions allowed even if informal remedies are not exhausted. FTC rules to define “reasonable” repair attempts and panel standards are due by year’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Missouri
National Automobile Dealers Association
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
FTC to refund students in Career Enterprises case
William M. Gibson announced a 1.25 million restitution fund in the final order against Career Enterprises Inc. up to 75 percent of course costs may be refunded to eligible ex students. Former students of Career Training Institute, Career Training Center, Cashier Training Institute and Keypunch Academy in Massachusetts must apply by July 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William M. Gibson
Federal Trade Commission
Boston
Career Enterprises, Inc
Fuqua Industries, Inc
Massachusetts
Career Training Institute
Career Training Center
Cashier Training Institute
Keypunch Academy
Career
FTC
Division of Compliance
M. St
N.W
Washington, D.C
Solar heating on cusp of major breakthroughs
Chicago with the National Association of Realtors reporting near term breakthroughs in solar energy cost and efficiency. Industry officials note rising energy costs and subsidies may drive rapid growth, with equipment prices shrinking to about 4500 dollars for a 2000 square foot home and tax credits possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
National Association of Realtors
S.H. Butt
Solar Energy Industries Association
Washington, D.C
Butt
Olin Brass
Federal Energy Administration
Ray Gallagher
PPG Industries
Ronald Peterson
Grumman Aerospace Corporation
Indiana
House
Senate
Ford
Grumman
One Time Expenses in Home Financing
James A. Guest outlines common one time costs in buying a home including title search transfer tax credit investigation insurance recording fee closing costs and outstanding taxes. He notes typical amounts and advises negotiating tax prorations with sellers. The notice also records a realty transaction in Bennington for 30 500 at 200 202 Main St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A. Guest
Banking & Insurance
Charles E. Dewey
Elizabeth D. Litster
Arthur J. Dewey
Bennington
Raymond EK
Elizabeth A. Granger
Shaftsbury
Main St
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Woolmington
Orville Peterson
First United Methodist Church
Main Street
Jay Zwynenburg
By Michael J. Conlon
Washington
Springfield
Bennington Banner
Manchester Center
Manchester
Mr. Cross
Weattlent Bennington
Progressive
SiAy Center
Depot Street
Cvermoni
Morse & Butler
North Street
Vermont National
Vermont
FDIC
Grand Union
Supermarie
Our Home
Pratt Street
Pine & Maple Mates & Captains On Furniture Inc,shington, Verront
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