Babson Links High Living Costs to Retail System
Wellesley Hills May 14 Roger W Babson argues high retail prices stem from distribution and labor costs. He says retailers are victims of changes in the economy not to blame, noting lumber margins and costs of modernization raise store expenses. He urges local shops to adapt away from chain and mail order buying to curb costs.
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Mr. Babson
Putea
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Glouchester
Ander
Mr.Babson
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Kress
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Sears Roebuck
Ford Offer Prompts Savings Push
A vehicle promotion urges buyers to choose a Ford model and bank the difference in price. The message emphasizes immediate purchase incentives and potential savings for shoppers evaluating new car deals.
Wool boom as Mrs C P Tooley buys over half a million pounds
Mrs C P Tooley acting for the Cordingly Co of Boston purchased over 500000 pounds of wool this week amid rising prices. Major sales included Musselshell Wool Growers pool with about 225000 pounds and the James Law clip about 50000 pounds at top prices. The Wheland county buyer noted, plus industry data from the U S Department of Agriculture, show a recovering market and idle loom statistics. Richard Howell of Butte visited Harlowton area to handle business affairs.
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Harlowton
Mooney, Ro Arrests Reported in Elkhorn District
Dan Mooney traveled to the Elkhorn mining district on Monday where he was summoned to a location. Frank Ro was under arrest and Ross was accused of disturbing the peace.
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