The Daily Herald from Chicago, Illinois • Page 51

THE HERALD Thursday, February 14, 1974 Section 5 --3 Multiple pricing no violation t-J Grocery items which have more than one price stamped on them are not in violation of pricing regulations, contrary to recent reports. At least one Chicago newspaper has erroneously reported that supermarkets are not allowed to mark up the price of merchandise already on the shelves. According to John Demme, public information officer for the Price Stabilization Office of the Internal Revenue Service, the question of multiple pricing came up during an impromptu press conference following a recent speech by a price stabilization official. THE OFFICIAL TOLD reporters he thought multiple pricing might be a violation of price control regulations, Demme said, but upon checking, found that it is not a violation. However, the official's original comment was already being published by that time and has resulted in a great deal of confusion, Demme said.

As for the several prices on a single grocery item. Demme explained that it may result from "averaging." When a retailer, who has an item on the shelf at a given price, receives a new delivery of that item at a higher price, he may take the average of the old and new prices and stamp that on all his stock. Or, if a retailer uses an item as a "loss-leader" that is. features it at special low price for a few days he may then mark unsold stock back up to its original price. AS OF MARCH 6, consumers will be able to get full refunds on over a thousand banned toys and other hazardous products.

However, many of the items were banned so long ago that they are no longer in homes. The commission expects the real impact of the refund ruling to be felt in future product bannings. Under the rules retailers will be re- The consumer by Monica Wilch Perin quired to post a list of banned items previously offered for sale and procedures for customers to get their money back. Consumers are entitled to refund of the full retail price plus "reasonable transportation expenses" incurred in returning the item, However, if consumers can't produce a sales slip or other proof of purchase, they still may have to go to small claims court to get a refund. The refund ruling will not affect some 13 brands of aerosol spray adhesives, which were banned last year but are due to be removed from the banned list a few days before the refund ruling takes effect.

The commission ruled the adhesives do not pose a danger to unborn children, although a Philadelphia couple has filed suit against one of the manufacturers, charging its product caused birth deformities in their infant son. A CHICAGO DISCOUNT carpet dealer, Carpet Bazaar, 7050 Cermak Rd. in Berwyn, this week was ordered by the Federal Trade Commission to stop making deceptive advertising claims. The FTC challenged such claims as: "Carpet your entire home regardless of the number of rooms $549 buys it all;" Save today on 3,000 first quality remnants;" "Reg. $219 $88, Reg.

$118 $59." The FTC charged that the dealer misrepresented the amount of floor space that could be covered for $549 and misrepresented the regular price of carpet remnants and rugs. Consumers can take steps to protect themselves from similar deceptions by calling the Better Business Bureau before making a purchase. If the BBB has had many unresolved complaints against a dealer, it could well be he is not living up to his promises. If you find that any retailer has made advertising claims which he then will not or can not fulfill, 'you should notify the Consumer Fraud Division of the Illinois' Attorney General's office or the FTC. Masking tape seals pipes Dear Dorothy: I may have a tip for those who (like me) live in apartments and so become alert when an insect appears anywhere.

I saw a strange-looking bug on the bathroom floor and got rid of it at once, Several days later I found two more in the bathtub and promptly worried. I got them into a plastic container and dropped it off at a pest control place. They identified the insect as the saw- toothed grain beetle and said I was lucky they hadn't got into the kitchen. I arranged for spraying but, in examining the bathroom, 1 noticed the collars on the three pipes leading into the bathroom were loose. I put masking tape under and around every collar tightly.

It's been a month now and no sign of the saw-toothed grain beetle to disturb my psyche. --H. Yarmouth Dear Dorothy: Do you know anything to prevent those horrid rusty-looking spots that get on white materials packed away in trunks or drawers? Mary E. Cornette These spots shouldn't form if the material is laundered thoroughly, rainsed and dried and packed in airtight containers and that means really airtight. But this isn't easy and so the spots are not uncommon.

They come as the result of fumes and sometimes residual elements in the material turning dark. Fortunately, they are usually eliminated by a good laundering. Dear Dorothy: Many bake potatoes wrapped in aluminum foil and I've found that carrots do well baked the same way. I give them a good scrubbing with a brush, sprinkle on seasoned salt, then wrap in foil and bake for about 30 to 40 minutes whenever the oven is on for something else. Not only do I not waste The homeline by Dorothy Ritz CHRISTMAS SPECIAL FEBRUARY DO YOU HAVE ANY 110 or 126 12 Exposure Kodak Kodacolor Film in your Camera with a picture of a Christmas .1974 1720 Rand Road Palatine, Illinois 358-9444 PHOTO SERVICE 6440W.Diy«rsy Chicago, Illinois 637-3177 at St.

Alphonsus The women of St. Alphonsus Parish in Prospect Heights are inviting members' and friends to a spaghetti dinner Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. in the church, 411 N. Wheeling Road. A full-course dinner will be served for children under six are free.

Beer and wine are also on the menu. Bob Vobomik of Park Ridge, an entertainer from the Marriott Motor Hotel, will provide music during the dinner. Tickets will be sold at the door, according to chairman Laura Solis. Further information is available by calling 259-5472. heat, but none of the nutritive qualities goes down the drain.

--Elmer Reid (Mrs. Ritz welcomes questions and hints. If a personal reply is required, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Write to her in care of Suburban Living, Paddock Publications, Box 280, Arlington Heights, 111. 60006.) YMCA otters therapy diet A group therapy diet, health and charm course for women who want to slim for Easter is offered by Northwest Suburban YMCA, 300 E.

Northwest Des Plaines. Classes begin Monday, Feb. 25, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Wednesday, Feb. 27, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Babysitting service will be offered in the morning class. Women may register for either the evening or morning course. Sessions include menu planning around low calorie foods, diets, food facts, exercise, posture, nutrition and a complete charm course. Registration is open now by calling the 'Y' at 296-3376 or stopping at the 'Y' office. Home Shopping Service Art.

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