Hints From Heloise

Sat., Oct. 12, 1996

King Features Syndicate

Dear Heloise: What gives? I use coupons on items I need, but now it’s getting ridiculous, buying two or three items. Storage space is limited.

Why couldn’t they leave well enough alone? I refuse to use those coupons and so do many of my friends and relatives.

How can we get the message out to all? Help!

Thank you for your very informative column. Really look forward to reading it. - Jean Thomas, Stuart, Fla.

I hope manufacturers will read your comments and get the message.

Too many stipulations when using coupons makes using them more difficult, especially if you’re required to buy multiples. I just toss them in the trash!

Manufacturers, are you listening?

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