Caveat vendor warns against costly consumer tricks
The piece cites that shoplifting and consumer misuse raise prices for all, with losses from labelling fraud, returning used or damaged items, handling produce, opening samples, and cart theft. It highlights that responsible shoppers should audit their habits to curb rising retail costs.
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National
University of Wisconsin Extension
Federal Spending Clock Reveals Fast-Growing U S Expenditures
A Federal Spending Clock at the Chamber of Commerce headquarters marks every 1.2 seconds the spending of 10000 dollars, every 12.6 seconds 100000 dollars, and a beep every two minutes six seconds signaling a new million. By year end the clock expects about 250 billion dollars total. A Census Bureau clock tracks each new citizen and future spending.
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Night blindness and alcohol effects explained by Dr Lamb
Dear Reader confirms night blindness can occur from vitamin A deficiency and carrots help supply this vitamin. Regular intake supports night vision, though two carrots before going out is not essential. Alcohol reactions vary by person, with some showing strong behavioral changes after small amounts.
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Neurological Viewpoints On Alcohol Related Rage
The article notes individuals may show personality changes after one or two drinks and may not recall incidents once sober. It suggests neurological examination to probe brain function for underlying issues and advises avoiding alcohol for those with such histories.
Paycheck Dollars vs Real Money in Personal Finance
Carlton Smith explains how real spendable earnings diverge from hourly pay. The BLS formula converts dollars to real income, showing taxes and CPI erode purchasing power. He notes affluence is uneven, with 5 percent of families controlling 60 percent of discretionary spending and urges realistic budgeting and awareness of true earnings.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics
John F. Early
United States
National Consumer Finance Association
Conference Board
U. S
One May Not Be Ready For Scrap Heap Yet
Hal Boyle reflects on aging and nostalgia in a humorous AP column. The piece notes growing older means memories of Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, barber shop rituals, and changing social norms, ending with a bittersweet admission that reading the column can provoke tears.
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New York
Hank Aaron
Babe Ruth
Big Family at Bolia Home in California
Sgt. Bob Bolia and his 17 member family occupy a large two story seven bedroom house in California. Bolia, 38, serves in the Sixth Army information office at the Presidio. The household includes his Saigon born wife her mother her four children from a previous marriage two of Bolia's children and her late brother's eight children.
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Bob Bolia
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Boy Scouts of America Founded After English Meeting
The World Almanac notes the 1910 incorporation of the Boy Scouts of America following William D Boyce's visit to England where he met Sir Robert Baden-Powell. It cites about 5 000 000 boys and 1 600 000 adult leaders in the organization today.
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England
William D. Boyce
Chicago
World Almanac
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Robert Baden-Powell
Scouting Movement
U.S
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Connally Faces GOP Doubts From Governors Over Watergate Ties
Early signals from about a third of Republican governors suggest John Connally trails as a 1976 presidential prospect. Critics fault his Nixon adviser link amid Watergate disclosures and his image as a wheeler dealer lawyer businessman, hindering his bid.
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Conally
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It's Apathy That Fuels Political Scandals
Ray Cromley argues that corruption thrives when citizens do nothing and politics remains in the hands of professionals. He cites district shifts against bribery, absentee voting abuses, and vigilant citizen participation as catalysts for reform, stressing that democracy requires ongoing public involvement to root out corruption.
Roper Sworn In for 17th Consecutive Term as Sugar Creek Mayor
Longtime Sugar Creek mayor RJ Roper, 64, has been sworn in for his 17th two year term. Roper has served as mayor for more than half his life in Sugar Creek, Missouri.
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Sugar Creek, Mo
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Sugar Creek
Jesus Appears to Disciples and Commands Global Mission
In Mark 16 14 17 the Living Bible recounts Jesus rebuking unbelief among the eleven as they dine then sending them to preach the Good News to all nations Those who believe and are baptized will be saved while unbelievers face condemnation Believers will cast out demons and speak new languages Religious Heritage of America.
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Oswego Palladium Times Rates and Notices
Oswego Palladium Times announces mailing and single copy prices. Rates include yearly advance subscriptions, carrier routes, and regional pricing for Oswego, Wayne, and Northern Cayuga areas, with varying 3 and 6 month terms. Advertising and AP relation details are listed.
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Oswego Palladium
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