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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 2008
Page
1
A lighthearted note describes Mr Bigglesworth Pauly and Minnie relaxing at home in a casual scene. The brief captures a domestic moment with unnamed narrator emphasis on familiar pets.
Barack Obama faces two wars and severe economic hardship at his inauguration. Yet weak consumer confidence and high unemployment may allow small gains to be framed as progress. He arrives with high approval, strong cabinet picks, and a smooth transition. Democrats control Congress, but his 100 day plan must be chosen carefully to maximize political capital.
Shoppers flocked to stores early to return gifts and chase drastic cuts as retailers aim to lift holiday sales. J C Penney opened at 5 30 a m with over 100 doorbusters and 75 percent discounts, while Walmart in Miami drew customers seeking a plasma TV amid jokes about modest gifts.
With the economy wavering since mid-September shoppers in Garden City targeted post holiday bargains. Angie Relph shopped at Wal-Mart and J C Penney early while Target cut prices on ornaments. Gasoline relief boosted spending in November though income and jobs slip, raising concerns for the New Year. See Shopping, Page AS.
The Garden City Telegram highlights a five story in a series on top local news of 2008. Retail expansion in southwest Kansas gains momentum despite national economic weakness with openings like Sam's Club IHOP a new hotel and A W. A large October gathering at Sam's Club signals a rising retail trend in the region.
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