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CONTROVERSY • When the National Organization for Women came out with a condemnation of the ten most sexist companies in 1971, Mattel was ranked high on the list. Their ads consistently showed boys playing only with educational toys while girls played only with dolls. Later, Mattel couldn’t resist taking a jab at NOW. When they came out against the Miss America pageant in 1972, Mattel promptly came out with a Miss America doll. • In 1992 the talking Barbie got in big trouble with feminists for saying “Math class is tough.” In response to protests, Mattel changed the remark to “Science class is cool.” The controversy of the math class comment received publicity nationwide, and even made the front page of the “Washington Post.” • In December of 1993 talking Barbies appeared in stores— but instead of saying “What should I wear to the prom?” they said, “Eat lead, Cobra!” and “Vengeance is mine!” Meanwhile G.I. Joe dolls showed up that were saying, “Let’s go shopping!” and “Will we ever have enough clothes?” A group called the Barbie Liberation Organization swapped hundreds of Barbie voice boxes with G.I. Joe’s in order to make a point. • If Barbie were life-size, her measurements would be 39-23-33. In retaliation against Barbie’s unrealistic measurements, High Self Esteem Toys came out with a competing doll who was a bit fatter. They claimed Barbie dolls encouraged girls to become anorexic. The press embraced the new doll, but the little girls did not. It was introduced in 1991 and was out of production in 1994. • Barbie’s “Slumber Party” outfit came with a bathroom scale that was permanently fixed at 110 lbs. and a bedtime reading book entitled, “How to Lose Weight” with the advice “Don’t eat!” written on the back. Ken’s bedtime set, by contrast, came with a plastic sweet roll and glass of milk.
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With 1 Regular Topping Each and Soft Drink
With 1 Regular Topping, Garden Salad and Soft Drink
Prices Subject to change. Offer not valid with any other offer. Lunch Specials are Served 11am - 3pm Monday - Friday (Dine-in Only)
Prices Subject to change. Offer not valid with any other offer. Lunch Specials are Served 11am - 3pm Monday - Friday (Dine-in Only)
25
25
Calzone or Stromboli Any Sub
$7.
With 2 Regular Topping Each and Soft Drink
50
Prices Subject to change. Offer not valid with any other offer. Lunch Specials are Served 11am - 3pm Monday - Friday (Dine-in Only)
$7.
Chips and Soft Drink
25
Prices Subject to change. Offer not valid with any other offer. Lunch Specials are Served 11am - 3pm Monday - Friday (Dine-in Only)
your neighborhood pizzeria...
(334) 826-0055 2408 E. University Drive Auburn, AL 36830 Corner of University Dr. and Dean Rd.
Hours
Wednesday - Saturday 11am to 10pm Sunday - Tuesday 11am to 9pm Voted Best Pizza in the 2009 and 2010 Readers Choice Awards By OA News LET US CATER YOUR NEXT EVENT! See Your server for catering menu.
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December 22, 2016 START IMMEDIATELY! TRAVEL USA! Represent T&B SALES. INC.
Adoption ADOPT: Our Loving family is
ready to grow! Lifetime of love awaits your baby. Please call Alana & Michael: 1- 855- 840 3066 or text (917) 790 -0750. http://www. AlanaAndMichaelAdopt.net
Transportation/Hotel Paid, Daily Cash Advances, $500-$750 Commission 18+, Valid State ID. 910-286-5547
Appliances
Hunting /Fishing
WAsher AnD dryer excellent condition $450 for both call 334444-8065
$50_Deer hunTs, Booking
now, stands, shooting houses, fields, hardwoods/pines, children hunt free, Tallapoosa/Chambers Counties. Call Immediately 256-896-2862/334524-3953
KenMOre WAsher/Dryer
x-large capacity, excellent condition $325 call 706 289-7706
Business & Services Lots/Land/Acreages 12 ACres, Barn, Surface Water,
Gulf WAr Veteran as a Hobby, service and repair AR-15/M-4/M-16 rifles and semi automatic pistols for a Small Cash Fee, Call #706-5730615.
$9,500 per acre in Lee County. 334-297-2489
Lawn & Garden 42” riDinG mower, craftsman, 7000 pro series, with bagger, 4yr. mfw, 2014, $1,200 Mr. Love 404246-4694
Campers 1998 13’ Scamp Travel Trailer.
Completely Refurbished, New Awning, New DVD/TV Combo, Many Extras. Call 334-524-9250
Cars
For Sale
Medical & Health
PROFESSIONAL CARE PROVIDER • • •
1992 Chevrolet p30 buS $3,000 Price is Negociable. Rebuilt Transmission, New Master Cyclinder, New Brakes, 15 Passenger, Maint. Records Available, Good Tires, Heating & A/C Runs Great, No CDL Required, Diesel Engine. Call 334-728-0178 or 334-787-0436
24 Years experience with credible references. Located in Auburn All Levels of care
256-794-8424 Miscellaneous Tv+ inTerneT $29.99 each!
That’s $60 month for TV and high speed internet! We are your local installers! 1-800-294-5985
2000 Chevy Venture Van, 6cly, 150,000 miles, A/C Works, Tires in good condition. $2,000 Call 334737-5046
Motorcycles
Employment
Pay based on experience.
WAnTeD OlD Japanese Motorcycles (1969-1980) Kawasaki: Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, Z1R, Any Kawasaki Triples, GT380, GS400, CB750 (1969-75). Cash Paid, Nationwide Pickup, 1-800772-1142, 1-310-721-0726. usa@ classicrunners.com
Ford or Chrysler Certification a plus but not necessary.
Musical
Automotive Technician Needed
Benefits include paid vacation, medical insurance & 401k. Apply in person. Call for Appointment 706.332.8951 • Ask for Steve
piano, glossy white, excellent like new condition. $3000 call 334-5018416
Real Estate
NOW HIRING
AUBURN/OPELIKA/COLUMBUS/ PHENIX CITY AREA!!
Your experience in Assembly, Quality Control, Production, Forklift, and Inspecting can start you today! Must have a HSD or GED and clean criminal background. Call Surge Staffing at 334-219-4300 Opelika, 334-521-6665 Auburn or 334-408-0338 Phenix City!
For Hire
hyunDAi PeTiTe baby grand
fOr sAle by Owner, 1.5 acres,
323 Lee Road 377, Valley, AL, $19,500, Call for info (334) 742-3883
BeAuTiful hOMe For Sale,
5BD 4BA on 2.5 acres, 4300sqft, Midland, GA, $429,900 Call 706464-8717
fOr sAle by Owner, 5 Bedroom
3.5 Bath home located on the Beautiful Lake Martin. Point lot with BIG WATER VIEW, located just off US Hwy 280. Asking $642,000 Call (256) 825-4632.
Experienced Auto Tech. Dependable, TreMenDOus BArGAin home for sale at 405 N. 5th St., Opelika, AL Honest & Ready to Work!! Must Near Historic District, 2000 Sq.Ft., Have Own tools. Inquire in person. 3BR 2BA, den, kitchen, living and
Tiger Transmission
dinningroom, 2 Car 2 Story garage, unattached 1500 Sq.Ft., concrete patio 1705 Airport Road • Opelika, AL and street level treated wood deck, new carpet, new vinyl and completely lAnDsCAPers neeDeD: $10 remodled kitchen, Chain linked dog per hour, M-F, no weekends, Contact pen. Priced at $130,000! Seller will Elwood Staffing, 334-502-1215 pay for New Heating and Cooling Opelika/Auburn area! system and all closing cost. Call 334663-2408
Jobs open Available Now
Apply Online or Call to Schedule an Appointment www.staffing-connections.com 706-324-1910 5629 Princeton Ave., Suite 1 Columbus, GA 31904
334-705-7041 1995 Pepperell Pkwy Opelika, AL 36801
WANT TO BUY
DiABeTiC TesT STRIPS
Wanted. Call now for “BONUS!” Unexpired. WILL Pay up to $30. a Box plus Shipping. Call T.S.C. FREE 866 368 2269
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Buena Vista tires
WAnTs TO purchase minerals
and other oil & gas interests. Send details P.O. Box 13557, Denver, Co 80201 Buena Vista Tires LLC
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$30 and up!
Minor tire repair & High speed Balancing!
334-737-5046 2124 Frederick Road • Opelika, AL Located Directly Across from Tiger Town
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Bargain Furniture
MaTTReSSeS, SpeCial puRCHaSe, FaCToRy SeCond, naMe bRand QueenS and KingS, $500!
apply online for pre-approval! at www.bargainfurniturecolumbusga.com no CRediT CHeCK puRCHaSe plan !!
$
90 days Same as Cash available! $
FREE Lay-A-Way
259
$
129
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3 Pc. Matrix Chairs also in black
369 5 Pc Dinette Set
$
599
Chair A;so in Black
$
$
619
$ 2-Pc Sectional
269
Sofa & Love Seat
Chase Lounge
649
bed Room Set
Twin Sets from $149 Full Sets from $199 Queen Sets from $229 King Sets from $319
Complete with mattresses $397
$
Oversized Sectional Sofa
36
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5 PC Dinette
199
$ Ottoman
Queen 6-piece bedroom Set
Includes Headboard, Dresser, Mirror, Frame, Nightstand & Chest
$749
Hours: Monday-Friday 10-8 • Saturday 10-6 • Sunday 1-6 • 3731 Macon Road • Columbus
Is your check engIne lIght on?
No charge For diagNostics Up To One Hour of Labor Exp. 12/31/2016. Must present coupon.
Free aligNmeNt check
Can not be combined with any other offers See Advisor for Details. Exp. 12/31/2016. Must present coupon.
WiNter is arouNd the corNer... have your coolaNt protectioN level checked today!! 12/31/2016
See Advisor for Details. Exp. 12/31/2016. Must present coupon.
Fuel saver special
$299.00
12/31/2016
Can not be combined with any other offers. See Advisor for Details. Exp. 12/31/2016. Must present coupon.