Merchants use penny undercuts in pricing explained
Reader questions why stores price at 499.99 or 999.98 instead of round numbers. Ann Landers suggests the tactic aims to seem cheaper, a psychological ploy that may influence purchases, while noting its limited impact. The column also covers a medical mishap about a neck bite and basic wound care.
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Admonitions on sibling bonding from a retired teacher
A veteran educator urges older siblings to invest 15 to 20 minutes daily with younger brothers. She suggests play, listening, asking about interests, and giving simple homework tasks to foster attention. The letter ends with praise for the teacher and a note on enduring family heroism.
Edelin Hosts Russians Are Coming at 7 30 P M
Channel 8 schedules a lineup featuring Edelin discussing Russia with a 7 30 P M start. CBS News Bewitched Odd Couple GB News 6 15 P M 6 30 P M. Bowling for Dollars ABC News Match Game PM Newsbeat Offbeat.
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Bridge Opening Lead Sparks Imps Clash At Cavendish Invite
In a Cavendish invitational pair event with IMP scoring, Souths split between six clubs and three no trumps. One South player made six clubs for about 150 IMPs, while East West suffered equally harsh scores on the field.
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