Relative: Mom in Welfare Standoff Mentally Unsound – ABC News

ThinkProgress Relative: Mom in Welfare Standoff Mentally UnsoundABC NewsThe state denied Grimmer's application for food stamps in August, but Mary Lee Shepherd said her grandchildren's mother had problems beyond trying to feed her family. "My son knew she was mentally ill and tried to get her help," said Shepherd, …After …

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Strong holiday sales point to eBay renaissance – MSN Money

MSN Money Strong holiday sales point to eBay renaissanceMSN MoneyBy InvestorPlace on Thu, Dec 8, 2011 1:48 PM By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer Don't call it a comeback — eBay (EBAY) has been here for a long time. But the online auctioneer and e-tailer is on the …

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Kan. grocers sentenced in food stamp scheme – El Dorado Times

Kan. grocers sentenced in food stamp schemeEl Dorado TimesBy Anonymous AP A Kansas grocery store owner and his wife were sentenced Wednesday to federal prison for a food stamp scam that profited by targeting people at homeless shelters who were willing to sell their government benefits for cash. …and more » …

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Amazon, eBay Top M-Shopper Lists – Mediapost.com

Baristanet Amazon, eBay Top M-Shopper ListsMediapost.comThe Verve survey also found that 37% of mobile shoppers had checked out eBay on their phones. EBay, which hosts many e-stores, says it is already facilitating billions in mobile purchases. While e-retailers seem to dominate mobile shopping, …Amazon Irks Retailers with $5 DiscountIDG News …

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