The heart is a lonely bargain hunter
Article Abstract:
Home shopping through cable networks has become a huge business. People purchase a myriad of items, and QVC states that they get 100,000 new viewers a month. Entrepreneur Joseph Segel purchased the network and turned it around from a losing proposition to a highly profitable company.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1992
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Simple pleasures
Article Abstract:
Many Philadelphians are spending their leisure and vacation time doing inexpensive, family-oriented activities close to home. Many critics of the modern lifestyle believe that Americans are overworked, and must re-acquaint themselves with life's simple pleasures.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1992
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Ride and seek
Article Abstract:
Bicycles today can cost upward of $1,500. The average good mountain bike is $800. Buyers should look for a good warranty and remember that discount department store bicycles are sometimes less than a good deal.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1992
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