A&P fights bid to force closure by anti trust suit
In New York, A&P argues against a federal antitrust lawsuit aiming to break up the chain and shutter stores and factories. The firm maintains low prices benefit shoppers, employees, suppliers, and farmers, and denies monopoly claims while defending its business model and profits.
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A&P Seeks to Save Nation's Distribution Model
The firm argues its downfall would threaten the entire American system of efficient low-cost distribution. It notes A&P as the first chain store and claims decades of efforts to pass savings to consumers, warning that anti trust action could enable widespread destruction of large scale distributors.
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We Must Defend A P As A Low Price Food Leader
The Octogenarian dispute over a national grocer chain unfolds as owners claim public support and warn that antitrust actions threaten consumers, farmers, and employees. They argue for defending the company’s low price policy and efficient distribution.
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