California oil firm settlement in asphalt antitrust case
San Francisco four oil companies paid the state nearly 8.5 million in a March 19 settlement of a 1969 federal asphalt antitrust suit. The money goes to an escrow fund pending settlement papers and acceptance by about 40 counties and 90 cities. The firms deny price fixing and say the agreement admits no wrongdoing.
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San Francisco
California
Younger
Atlantic Richfield and
Douglas Oil Co
Edgington Ol Co
Golden Bear
Wirco Chemical Corp
Hydrogen fuel for mail trucks tested by Postal Service
The Postal Service announced tests of a hydrogen gas powered mail truck with UCLA technical help. The liquid hydrogen system yields about nine miles per gallon at normal speeds and costs roughly 1.80 dollars per gallon. Officials say hydrogen could cut emissions and reduce future energy shortages, but current costs limit expansion.
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Washington
Postal Service
American Motors
California
UCLA
Mechanical Engineering Department
Rebate Rule Keeps Food Stamp Benefits Untouched
The Agriculture Department said food stamp recipients will not be penalized by tax rebates under a new law. A telegram to states notes refunds and special payments shall not be counted as income for eligibility or benefit amount under federal programs.
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Washington
UPI
Agriculture Department
Infant Furniture From Pride Trimble Price Reductions
Ad for Pride-Trimble infant furniture in a local sale listing featuring cheery zoo themed pieces. Highlights include Jumper Walker Stroller High Chair Play Yard and gift sets with sale prices and simple assembly notes. Includes storewide notice all locations except specified, with price drops and model details.
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Marima
Palos Verdes
Laguna
Sale Velour Fabric and Home Goods Ad Roundup
A shopper news item highlights sale velour fabric at 2.49 per yard with varied weights and colors for garments and home decor. It promotes needlework fabrics, pot holders, and table linens across multiple stores with regional exclusions and product details. Prices and items are listed for fabrics, pillows, and decorative textiles.
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R. Kaufman
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Norman Rockwel
Arthur J. Guptilt
Kay Deemoande
Charles Lindburgh
Audubbon
J.J. Audubon
C. Adams
DM. Townshend
R. Patrick
Ireland
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L. Frank Baum
Maxfield Parrish
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Garman
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