Fireworks rules cut bang for Fourth of July across nation
Washington reports that federal rules limit firecrackers to 3 milligrams of powder, down from 130 milligrams, with stricter fuse and labeling controls. Sixteen states ban sales, Hawaii and Nevada have none, while others regulate locally. Injuries last year reached about 9 000, many under age 15, as officials urge careful handling and safety practices.
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Washington
America
Consumer Products Safety Commission
Commission
Arizona
Connecticut
Delaware
Georgia
Illinois
Maine
Massachusetts
Minnesota
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
North Carolina
Ohio
Rhode Island
Vermont
West Virginia
District of Columbia
Federal Commission
Food and Drug Administration
National Society For the Prevention of Blindness
Federal Consumer Commission
Airlines urge proper baggage identification labels
New York AP reports the Air Transport Association says with over 500000 passengers daily airlines rely on identification tags to track lost suitcases and prevent wrong baggage. Most carriers offer free labels at ticket counters for passengers who need them.
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New York
The
Air Transport Association
ATA
Ermine as Winter Weasel Fur Name Origin
The term ermines refers to certain weasel species when they molt into white winter fur. The name highlights the seasonal change and the distinctive white coat used for camouflage in snowy environments.
Johnson's Appliance closing out stock of new appliances
Harold Johnson guest reads that Johnson's Appliance on Gore Boulevard is closing out its new appliance department to focus on service and used appliances. The sale offers deeply discounted washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, TVs and stereos with 90 day guarantees and next day service where possible.
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Johnson's
Harold Johnson
Johnson’s
W. Gore Blvd
Johnson
Richard
Colorado
Johnsons
Montgomery Ward
Gore Blvd
Eastons Marine named Viking boat dealer in Lawton Oklahoma
Easton's Marine Center at 2105 A in Lawton Oklahoma announced the appointment as authorized Viking Boat dealer for Southwest Oklahoma. Viking deck boats in 16 and 19 foot models with both step on and step in options motor choices, plus Glastron SSV hulls, in stock. Easton's promotes versatility for water skiing fishing and cruising ahead of the 4th of July weekend.
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Easton’s Marine
Viking
Oklahoma
Phil Easton
Easton
Easton's
United States
Easton’s
Johnson and
Chrysler
Mercruiser
Volvo
Cypress Garden
O'Brien
Phil
Ken Easton
Marine Center
Gore
Easton's Marine Center
Viking Boats
Frame Shop Specializes In Odd Shape Memorabilia
Frame Shop at 2008 W. Gore Blvd offers custom framing for odd shaped items including sabers guns barbed wire military medals and needlepoint. Owner Jack Gibson runs a staff of four with over ten years in business and a stock of 600 patterns 400 frames plus displays artists like Gar tland Tiger Windberg. Open Tuesday through Saturday 10 to 4 and accepts Master Charge and BankAmericard.
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Jack Gibson
W. Gore Blvd
Gibson
Professional
Picture Framers Association
Master Charge
BankAmericard
W. Gore
Gail Goodwin
Esther Newman
Sharon Harlow
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American Pyrotechnics Association
Consumer Product Safety Commission
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N.W
Carl R. Taylor
Fort Sill
Raymond Rauch
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San Antonio
Texas
Government Personnel Mutual Life Insurance Company
Howard Smith Ford
Service Department
3Rd & B Ave
Newton & Fort Sill
Fields R.V
Lawton
Medicine Park
Don McKean
BC Sports Center
Wisper
Whisper
Paul Hayes
Didougee
Bank Americard Master Charge
Lowton, Okio
J. S. Gibson
Lawton Viking Boat Dealer
Glastron
Carlison
Atlas Business Machines
Davy T Kirkes
Frame Shop
Robert Gartland
Jerome Tiger
Dalhart Windberg
Alva Museum
Norge
Johnson Appliance
Cleat Plains Cleaners
Griswold's
Great Plains
W. Lee Blvd
Faye Smith
United States Steel Sidings
Joe Ishmael
South
Subaru
Campbell-Sparks Motors, Inc
Cache Reed
World Venture
Prowler
Twilight Shasta
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