Wal-Mart Defends Happy Holidays Policy Amid Controversy
Wal-Mart says it no longer employs an employee who claimed Christmas mix many world traditions but backs the generic Happy Holidays greeting. Catholic League demands apology and boycott, while Wal-Mart asserts inclusivity for Thanksgiving to New Year celebrations and denies anti Christian intent.
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Wal-Mart
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Wal- Mart
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Fogleman
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Free shipping to boost holiday sales across retailers
Consumers will see widespread free shipping this holiday season as L.L. Bean restores the promotion and others follow. Analysts expect online sales to rise, with promotions including minimum order thresholds, buy one get one offers, and exclusive online merchandise driving consumer spending amid high energy costs and cautious sentiment.
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Freeport
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Morrisville
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FedEx Corp
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Walmart.com
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AAA
National Retail Federation
Scott Krugman
Jupiter Research
Forrester Research
Forester
Lee Warner
Kennebunk
L. Bean
Rich Donaldson
Donaldson
Toys R. Us Inc
Kathleen Waugh
New Jersey
Toy Company
Top chefs cook holiday meals for family trio
Three renowned chefs Todd English Patricia Yeo and Govind Armstrong share holiday cooking at home Each brings a signature style to small gatherings planning traditional menus casual settings and inventive seasonal dishes English plans a Maine Thanksgiving Yeo sticks to classics while Armstrong favors simple outdoor California celebrations and roast goose with roasted squash and chestnuts
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Ottawa Kansas Parks and Attractions Guide Feature
Continued from Page 1 highlights Ottawa area landmarks and activities. It notes Dietrich Cabin, Carnegie Cultural Center, summer concerts by the gazebo, Skunk Run festival, Phairie Spirit Trail, and the 33 mile rail trail. Also mentions Old Depot Museum, Clinton Pomona Hillsdale lakes nearby, Ottawa Country Club, Hickory Hollow Golf Club, The Rink skating rink, Swim for Life indoor pool, Ottawa University events, and Ottawa Municipal Auditorium programs.
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