Coupons spark Retailer Complaints and Helpful Reader Letters
In this Dear Abby exchange a veteran grocer and other readers discuss coupon issues. Arguments focus on clogging shelves, safety hazards, and fraud versus suggestions like coupon exchanges and handing extra coupons to checkers. A Navy captain helps a San Diego widow after a car accident, prompting a warm response.
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Beetle Bailey Tax Hike Spoiled Park Trail Use
Beetle Bailey reports a state park trip fee rise as hikers face higher costs for trail use. The panel endorses the tax increase, stirring local debate over park funding and public access.
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Hints From Heloise on Tips and Power-Saving Checks
Dear Heloise offers tips on checking smoke detector batteries during DST and backup clocks. A reader explains servers tip out based on sales, not tips, with pooling affecting busboys and others. The exchange discusses tipping culture and fairness for service staff.
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Camarillo
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Zip Tied Baby Shoes Spark Attic Donation Frustration
A reader from Youngstown Ohio describes tying pairs of baby and children’s shoes with zip ties to keep them together for donation. The note complains about return envelopes with clear windows and urges stamp addresses. Another reader laments a discarded couch left on a street, noting its potential reuse and waste.
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