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The Proof Is In The Price
- By Brian Friel
- February 1, 1997
- Comments
Prices posted on common items found on the shelves of government and commercial supermarkets in Northern Virginia shortly before Christmas show why the military prizes its commissary shopping privileges.
| Item | Supermarket | Commissary |
|
Deodorant Solid XX Baby Fresh 1.7 oz. |
$2.19 | $1.09 |
|
Big G Basic 4 Cereal |
$3.99 | $1.99 |
|
Folgers Instant Coffee Regular 8 oz. |
$5.49 | $3.19 |
|
Hidden Valley Original Ranch 1 oz. |
$1.25 | $0.59 |
| Kraft Cheez Whiz 16 oz. | $3.99 | $2.19 |
|
Nabisco Air Crisps Cheese Nips |
$2.69 | $1.39 |
|
Nestle Mini Morsels 12 oz. |
$2.49 | $1.39 |
|
Ocean Spray Whole Cranberry Sauce 16 oz. |
$1.19 | $0.79 |
|
Orville Redenbacher Microwave Butter Popcorn 3 pack |
$2.59 | $0.99 |
|
Shake N Bake Buffalo Wings |
$2.19 | $1.33 |
|
Tylenol Extra Strength Caplets 50 ct |
$5.99 | $3.99 |
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