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Illinois Self-service Gasoline Ban Challenged In Court
Illinois gasoline regulation bars self service and is challenged by James F. Hollon a service station operator who argues the ban costs motorists two to four cents a gallon. Hollon recently offered self service despite the law, faced a warning from a state fire marshal, pleaded innocent and posted a $1,000 bond. He now offers mini-service with attendants. price remains 58.9 cents per gallon.
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United States
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Iowa
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