Planned Obsolescence Criticized by Romney and Consumers
In a opinion piece Inez Robb lauds George Romney of American Motors for opposing annual and gimmicky model changes. She argues durable goods should improve in value, not be refreshed yearly with costly packaging and obsolescence. The column contrasts lingering old appliances with new aesthetics and stresses consumer savings. The piece closes with wedding notices for Connie Lohnes and Richard Nelson in Jamestown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison Avenue
America
George Romney
American Motors Corp
Romney
American Motors
Consumer Call for Less Obsolescence and More Quality
The author argues against planned obsolescence and celebrates repair and reuse. He cites Romney on waste, misdirection of effort toward flashy updates, and the need to focus on fundamental technical advances amid global competition. He contrasts outlandish styling with enduring quality and predicts consumer demand for lasting goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Romney
Detroit
Rolls-Royce
Volkswagen
Prophets Idols and Diggers book by Warren county author
Warren county native Dr. John Elder offers Porphets Idols and Diggers a study of how modern science aids archaeology. The book details methods from photography to X rays and infrared, linking biblical history with archaeological discoveries and includes a praise of Elder’s career and sources.
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Bobbs-Merrill
Warren County
John Elder
Napoleon
Elder
Egypt
Canaan
United Kingdom
Northern Kingdom
Kingdom of
Judah
Old Babylon
Persia
Nazareth
Bethlehem
Jerusalem
Jesus
River Jordan
Sea of Galilee
Tyre
Transjordan
Calvary
Holy Sepulcher
St. Paul
Nelson Glueck
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Inez Robb
Connie Louise Lohnes
Bertrand Lohnes
R. D. 2. Akeley
Richard Allen Nelson
Richard I. Nelson
Jamestown, N. Y
First Baptist Church of
Jamestown
Eisenhower High School
New Process Co
Nelson
New York State
Richard A. Nelson
Salvation Army
Liberty ST
Warren, PA
Oneida Lumber & Supply CO
Beech St
Tidioute
Tidioute High School
Washington and Jefferson College
American University At
Beirut
Erie Presbytery
Kappa Sigma
Phi Beta Kappa
Eisenhower
Fulbright Committee
Rise Stevens
Duke Ellington
Dave Brubek
Dukes
Syracuse
the Observer
Virg - Ann Flower Shop
Pa. Ave
Angove's
Randolph
W. Warren, Pa
Mary A. Hanson
2Nd St
N. Y
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