Bargain Hunters Struggle As Food Prices Rise in September
An Associated Press market basket survey shows price increases in September outnumbering declines by nearly two to one across 13 cities. The October average basket rose 1.1 percent from September, with 49 items up and 27 down. Eggs, butter, and milk were among the price leaders, while no widespread Labor Day sales offset the overall gain. Government forecasts expect a 10 percent yearly rise in food prices amid pork and poultry supply issues and California rains.
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Teen Forum Note on Truth and Trust in a Relationship
A reader asks why her boyfriend lied about a note with another girl's details found in his wallet. Experts urge forgiveness, privacy respect, and ending threats, then advise addressing trust by honest talk and moving on.
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Profits in supermarkets decline despite costs
A Cornell study of 53 chains with 8021 stores shows net earnings slipped from about 0.65 to 0.51 cents per dollar of sales for 1977 78. Returns on net worth fell to 7.47 from 9.38 percent as debt rose and labor and other expenses increased, especially in the Northeast. The article notes rising nonfood profits and urges careful spending and price awareness.
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Bridge bidding quandaries across eight examples
A set of eight bridge scenarios with vulnerabilities and hand diagrams. Each item suggests the optimal action for South, considering partner signals, suit lengths, and potential game or slam outcomes. Strategies include raises, passes, balances, and doubles to maximize trick potential and defense.
Government PR Spending Sparks Public Debate
A critical view targets federal ads and propaganda efforts claiming taxpayers fund massive PR campaigns. It cites 116.2 million spent by government last year and estimates near 1.5 billion yearly on PR and promotional broadcasts.
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Telleg Vee
Carter Waldheim back Lebanon crisis framework pledge
President Carter and UN Secretary General Waldheim pledged to develop a framework for a political solution to Lebanon’s civil strife. They urged universal cease-fire observance and discussed the crisis during a 10 minute talk near Orlando before addressing the International Chamber of Commerce. Carter also attended Cape Canaveral events honoring NASA’s 20th anniversary and his birthday.
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