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Article: Merchants range far beyond their staples.
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- Chicago Tribune (Chicago, IL)
- Article date:
- November 11, 2004
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Byline: Becky Yerak
CHICAGO _ Ray Charles' "Genius Loves Company" is a hot seller _ at your local Starbucks, that is.
In fact, the ubiquitous coffee merchant says it has sold more of the late singer's final compact disc than any music retailer, despite charging a steep $15.99.
The Seattle-based coffeehouse giant is not alone in selling products that otherwise seem out of place.
This holiday, you will be able to find a Cuisinart fondue set with the piles of wallboard stacked at Home Depot stores. 7-Eleven Inc. may be known for its Big Gulp, but now you can also get a $159.99 prepaid camera phone there, too.
No longer are ...