Travel agents can save you money on trips
Travel agencies offer planning assistance at no extra charge, earning commissions from hotels airlines and car rental firms. Experts like Elaine Wolfe of AAA Worldwide Travel Agency and Bill Corney of B and A Travel say agencies access special fares packages and discounts, arrange refunds efficiently, and provide prepaid, cash light itineraries.
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Elaine Wolfe
AAA Worldwide Travel Agency
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Is alcoholism a disease bottled and sold
A reader questions why alcoholism is treated as a disease and notes it is marketed, licensed, and advertised. The column suggests alcoholism is not a germ disease and addresses related inquiries about insurance policy fraud, finding a lost wallet, and confronting a teenage thief. The responses advise on public concerns and practical steps.
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Jean Ann Landers
Ann Landers
Softwoods and hardwoods for DIY projects explained
The article contrasts softwoods and hardwoods, notes softwoods like pines and firs are common for DIY work, and explains nominal versus actual lumber sizes. It also covers plywood dimensions, and suggests using lower grades where appearance isn’t critical to save money.
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Andy Lang
AP News
Hamburger makers tested safe in CU report
Consumers Union tested 12 electric hamburger makers in July 1978 and found no safety defects as a group. The housing can burn if touched, and some handles became uncomfortably hot, though shock hazard tests showed safety. Not designed for outdoor use and could be dangerous if misused.
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Consumers Union
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Consumer Reports
Nitrite Free Hot Dogs and Storage Concerns
Consumer Reports notes nitrite free hot dogs differ in storage. Cured varieties with nitrite keep in the refrigerator for weeks, while uncured versions must be frozen to prevent botulism risk. The debate on nitrite involves cancer risk from nitrosamines versus perceived safety of cured meats. Hot dogs remain high in fat and may offer less nutrition.
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Consumer Reports
Mathletics as a ticket to learning sports math
Baseball Hall of Famer Monte Irvin urges using sports to teach math through daily standings and fractions. He suggests calculating won and lost percentages, player averages in basketball, goal-to-shot percentages in hockey, and yardage changes on football plays to reinforce arithmetic skills.
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Monte Irvin
Baseball Hall of Fame
St. Regis Paper Co
Math Baseball League
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