Shippers must cover damage from air freight losses
Dear Bruce discusses a consumer dispute over damage to a professionally packed copy machine shipped by air. The columnist notes the carrier cannot force an 18 inch drop and advises suing in court if the shipment was properly prepared. Also included are reader questions on refinancing auto debt, partnership formation, and a note about submitting questions to Smart Money.
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Bruce
Air Freight Company
M.C
Fresno
Calif
D.O
Portland
Maine
Date Book Aug 15 1990 Today’s notable birthdays
The 227th day of 1990 falls on August 15 with 56 days of summer elapsed. Born today are Edna Ferber Phyllis Schlafly Mike Connors Vernon Jordan Linda Ellerbee. The moon lies between last quarter on Aug 13 and the new moon on Aug 20.
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Edna Ferber
Phyllis Schlafly
Mike Connors
Vernon Jordan Jr
Linda Ellerbee
Jolson
Shute
Brute
Fumbier
Ic Parson
Ohio Ciy
Luftwaffe Mounts Record Number of Sorties in Battle of Britain
World War II reports show German pilots flying nearly 1,800 sorties against British targets, the most the Luftwaffe will mount in the Battle of Britain. British fighters total around 1,000 flights as the day closes. RAF strength stands at 34 planes to Germany’s 75.
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Britain
Luftwaffe
RAF
Tar balls on the beach stir mixed reactions along Jersey shore
A media spotlight on tar balls from Kill Van Kull spill shows scientists assessing danger while beachgoers enjoy sun and surf. The scene contrasts cautious officials with carefree families as a single tar sample is collected, prompting debate over threat and response.
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Petroleum Corporation
Bermuda Triangle
Staten Island
New Jersey
Kill van Kull
Jersey Shore
Atlantic Coast
Steve McQueen
Fruit and wine debated as health aids in letters
A reader suggests wine helps constipation, while Dr Gott cautions against alcohol abuse and promotes fiber. A 74 year old asks about antidepressants. guidance stresses patient autonomy, shared decision making, and alternatives like counseling. Includes offer for a health report.
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DR. Gott
Crossword clues for a twenty first century puzzle
A reader provides a list of crossword hints including Horned viper filth foes collection sundry May-lung sesame plant author Fleming building wing attic cricket positions fast music Dallas family seagull white plumed heron heart layer of eye comparative suffix actress Garr semester and indefinite referenced as a single puzzle set from a newspaper page.
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Fleming
Dallas
Garr
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