Let's get quizzical A (not so) serious look at ol' 2003 (part 1 of 2).(News)

1. Baltimore-area Goodyear independent dealers were upset with the Akron tire maker's decision to add Mr. Tire Auto Service Centers to its stable of authorized dealers because:

a. Ms. and Mrs. Tire centers weren't included in the deal.

b. The tire maker's distribution decision was looked upon as unfair competition from a big regional retailer.

c. Goodyear refused to give them blimp rides.

d. Mr. Tire wouldn't say if it's a Baltimore Orioles fan.

2. After Jack Williams Tire Co. Inc., based in Moosic, Pa., decided to buy and re