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Independent gas stations cling to free enterprise creed
In Ohio and across the nation independent full service stations face erosion as major oil companies expand self service, squeezing margins. NORPA notes 86 000 stations lost 1972 1982 with many remaining stations lacking repairs. Owners like Harvey Hatfield criticize Sohio’s supplier competitor role while bets on local markets.
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Northern Ohio Petroleum and Repair Association
Ohio
Lynn Bearer
NORPA
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