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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1981
Page
4
Readers report multiple purchases from Mass Marketing and associated firms in North Hollywood and San Jose, promising items from personalized pen sets to moisture magnets. Several customers paid sums totaling over 100 dollars in late 1980s, but received no merchandise or refunds, prompting inquiries into the company’s practices.
Private complaint handlers and law enforcement weigh thousands of allegations against SMM or Mass Marketing. Complaints center on nondelivery, misleading ads, and shady promotions in magazines, matchbooks, egg cartons, and other venues. The FTC and others pursued action against ties to Jay Norris, with court fights reaffirming advertising standards and refund duties. The article also recounts reader letters about Alders of Chicago orders and a subscription dispute with the National Anti-Drug Coalition War on Drugs.
Puzzle page card notes a Sunday feature by De Paquin titled Premier Crossword with a note on Dead Sea clues and a grid facing a compact clue list. The item hints at varied themes including classical places and people.
New York report notes a rise in boys style names for girls and macho monikers for boys. Names expert Isie Harder cites Danielle and Stacy as popular for girls while Mike Todd Brad and Scott appear for boys. Psychologists link names to perceived traits.
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