>There's an annoying practice here in NJ.
>When I go to pick up a takeout (they call it "takeout" here- some places call in "take-in") order, there's a big jar labelled "Tips."
>It seems that I'm expected to tip someone for taking my money and handing me a bag.
>Well, I don't.
>
>I never saw that in NY.
>
>I saw that in Akorn, Ohio...

I've seen that in places here in NY. If I have a dollar or two on my wallet, I'll hand it to Katy and tell her to put it in the jar.