Family Dollar Stores, Inc. operates a chain of self service retail store in the United States. The company’s stores offer various hardlines and softlines merchandise. Its hardlines merchandise include household chemical and paper products; candy, snack, and other food; health and beauty aids; electronics, housewares, and giftware; pet food and supplies; toys, stationery, and school supplies; seasonal goods; and hardware and automotive supplies. The company’s softlines merchandise includes clothing, shoes, and domestic items, such as blankets, sheets, and towels. As of June 2, 2005, it operated approximately 5,600 stores in 44 states and in the District of Columbia. Family Dollar...