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Spending up a little in July; incomes flat

Mired paychecks called bar to consumer-led recovery

By DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE PRESS SERVICES

Posted: August 29, 2009 at 4:50 a.m.

Consumer spending in the U.S. rose slightly in July as Americans jammed auto showrooms to take advantage of the "cash for clunkers" program while avoiding other purchases.

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