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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1979
Page
8
On July 1 1979 the Auto Repairs Facility Act took effect requiring repair facilities to post signs with details on written estimates for work over 25 dollars, authorization for overages, cost breakdowns, and part returns. Critics call it legal mumbo jumbo while shop owners fear increased costs and disputes.
In Winchester and surrounding shops the Auto Repair Facilities Act prompts gold debates. Owners like Buddy Chicklo defend estimates for transparency while others warn of higher costs and guesstimates. Officials say the law improves customer communication and reduces surprise charges.
NORFOLK AP Navy divers recovered three live 5 inch shells dropped from the destroyer Conyngham at Norfolk Naval Station. Crewmen said shells were thrown to hide that they were not unloaded at Yorktown. Spokesman Lt Cmdr Jeff Renk said no danger despite live ordnance.
A fragmented Wisconsin report notes runners facing heat stress amid warm conditions. The brief highlights possible heat stroke risks and health warnings for athletes in outdoor events.
Water contracts totaling 471 734 were tentatively awarded for Stephenson and Clearbrook work. Phase one storage facility 114 200, phase two water lines to Perry Engineering 357 477 50, phase three booster station bid 14 389 from Johnston Construction Co. of York Pa. Deliberations aimed to cut phase two costs after overrun vs 394 350 budget.
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