Recall of Talking Learn n' Play dolls prompts refunds
About 160,000 electronic talking dolls by Lovee Doll & Toy Co. are recalled due to buttons on clothing that may detach and pose a choking hazard. No injuries reported. Dolls sold nationwide June to December for 10 to 15 dollars. Consumers urged to return for refunds. call 1-800-307-5911 for info.
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Sara Lee Recalls Walnuts Pies Over Contamination Risk
Sara Lee recalls certain walnut pies citing contamination concerns. The notice from Washington lists product types and lot numbers, urging consumers to discard affected pies or return them for refunds. No injuries reported.
Federal panel approves loan for Aloha Airlines
The Air Transportation Stabilization Board approved a $45 million loan for Honolulu based Aloha Airlines. The loan is backed by a $40.5 million federal guarantee issued last month as part of a $10 billion airline stabilization program created after the Sept. 11 attacks. The statement also notes a separate $150 million loan package involving Evergreen Airlines was approved.
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Helpline Hours and Contact Number Mentioned
A public notice directs calling 1 800 323 7117 between 10 a.m. and 4 30 p.m. on weekdays to obtain information. It notes holidays as exclusions and emphasizes weekday service.
Sparklers Recalled By Maryland Company Over Burns
Elkton Sparkler Company Inc of North East Maryland recalls about 1.7 million boxes of bamboo sparklers after four injury reports and clothing ignitions. A 6 year old girl suffered second degree burns, a 3 year old boy's sweat pants ignited. Sparklers sold nationwide January to May in three models SP08 SP14 SP20. Boxes in red white and blue sold 2 to 5 dollars. Return for refund. call 1 800 922 3458 for details.
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Kohl's recalls children’s two piece pants sets
Kohl's Department Stores Inc recalls about 9 600 children’s two piece pants sets sold nationwide from September to early November for about 18 dollars. A choking and ingestion risk from fabric easily tearing off the fleece sleeves prompted the action. Consumers may return items for a refund and call 1 800 694 2047 for guidance.
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Bush family Christmas traditions adapt to new faces
President Bush eschews opening gifts before Christmas morning while the family’s warm rituals shift from the White House to Camp David as Jenna and Barbara pursue college. Hot chocolate and gift opening now occur at Camp David, blending longtime family customs with new influences and memories.
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U S battleship group sails into Marseille before duty
The USS Harry S. Truman battle group with about 8,000 sailors and Marines pulled into Marseille to gather supplies and relieve the USS George Washington. Adm. John D. Stafflebeem said crew members feel both excitement and anxiety ahead of the first deployment since 1998, noting the mission could extend to the Gulf if Iraq war escalates. The deployment follows the September 11 attacks as part of a normal rotation.
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