Utah's Early Bird Shoppers Stuff Their Bellies, Then Their Baskets

There was no pushing or shoving — even near the bin of discounted Olaf Jumbo Plush dolls — at the Sugar House Toys R Us after the stored opened Thanksgiving. Instead, when a blue T-shirted employee unlocked the doors at 4:50 p.m. (10 minutes ahead of schedule), the 75 or so shoppers walked in an orderly single file, heads down, coupons and lists in hand, purposely striding toward the aisles where their desired items awaited. They clearly were on a mission at the east Salt Lake City store, with n...