UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM N-CSR
CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES
Investment Company Act file number: 811-06223
Name of Fund: Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund
Address of Principal Executive Offices: 100 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
Name and address of agent for service:
Richard M. Wachterman, Esq.
Legg Mason Wood Walker, Incorporated
100 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21202.
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (410) 539-0000
Date of fiscal year end: March 31, 2005
Date of reporting period: September 30, 2004
Item 1 — Report to Shareholders


Semi-Annual Report to Shareholders
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To Our Shareholders,
We are pleased to provide you with the semi-annual report for the Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund (“Trust”) for the six months ended September 30, 2004. This report includes financial information for the three series of the Trust: the Maryland Tax-Free Income Trust, Pennsylvania Tax-Free Income Trust and Tax-Free Intermediate-Term Income Trust.
The following table summarizes key statistics for each Fund, as of September 30, 2004:
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| | | | Average | | Net Asset |
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Maryland Tax-Free | | | 3.33% | | | | 12 Years | | | $ | 16.62 | |
Pennsylvania Tax-Free | | | 3.34% | | | | 12 Years | | | $ | 16.83 | |
Tax-Free Intermediate | | | 2.70% | | | | 7 Years | | | $ | 16.14 | |
For the six months ended September 30, 2004, total returns for Maryland Tax-Free, Pennsylvania Tax-Free and Tax-Free Intermediate were 1.49%, 1.29%, and .86%, respectively. Total return measures investment performance in terms of appreciation or depreciation in net asset value per share plus dividends and any capital gain distributions. It assumes that dividends and distributions were reinvested at the time they were paid. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
The Funds purchase only securities which have received investment grade ratings from Moody’s Investors Service or Standard & Poor’s or which are judged by their investment adviser to be of comparable quality. Moody’s ratingsB of securities currently owned by the Funds are:
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| | Maryland | | Pennsylvania | | Tax-Free |
| | Tax-Free | | Tax-Free | | Intermediate |
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Aaa | | | 44.85 | % | | | 64.99 | % | | | 57.94 | % |
Aa | | | 16.87 | % | | | 29.47 | % | | | 19.04 | % |
A | | | 18.77 | % | | | — | | | | 4.70 | % |
Baa | | | 10.93 | % | | | — | | | | 5.97 | % |
Short-term securities | | | 8.58 | % | | | 5.54 | % | | | 12.35 | % |
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A | SEC yields reported are for the 30 days ended September 30, 2004. If no fees had been waived by the Adviser, the 30-day SEC yields for Maryland Tax-Free, Pennsylvania Tax-Free and Tax-Free Intermediate would have been 3.11%, 3.04% and 2.38%, respectively. |
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B | S&P ratings for any security not rated by Moody’s. |
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Many Primary Class shareholders invest regularly in the Funds on a dollar cost averaging basis through a program we call Future First. Most do so by authorizing automatic, monthly transfers of $50 or more from their bank checking or Legg Mason accounts. Dollar cost averaging is a convenient and sensible way to invest, as it encourages continued purchases during market downswings, when the best values are available. Of course, it does not ensure a profit nor protect against declines in the value of your investment. Your Legg Mason Financial Advisor will be happy to help you establish a Future First dollar cost averaging account should you wish to do so.
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| Sincerely, |
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| Mark R. Fetting President |
October 29, 2004
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Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund
Sector Diversification
September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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| | Maryland | | Pennsylvania | | Tax-Free |
| | Tax-Free | | Tax-Free | | Intermediate-Term |
| | Income Trust | | Income Trust | | Income Trust |
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| | Net Assets | | Value | | Net Assets | | Value | | Net Assets | | Value |
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Education Revenue | | | 9.5 | % | | $ | 15,566 | | | | 10.8 | % | | $ | 8,109 | | | | 6.0 | % | | $ | 4,529 | |
Escrowed | | | 5.6 | | | | 9,169 | | | | 7.3 | | | | 5,446 | | | | 1.6 | | | | 1,221 | |
General Obligation — Local | | | 12.5 | | | | 20,460 | | | | 13.6 | | | | 10,169 | | | | 9.6 | | | | 7,274 | |
General Obligation — School | | | — | | | | — | | | | 14.3 | | | | 10,733 | | | | 6.0 | | | | 4,526 | |
General Obligation — State | | | 5.0 | | | | 8,117 | | | | 3.2 | | | | 2,393 | | | | 20.2 | | | | 15,293 | |
Health Care and Hospital Revenue | | | 18.4 | | | | 29,908 | | | | 6.5 | | | | 4,866 | | | | 10.6 | | | | 8,040 | |
Housing Revenue | | | 5.4 | | | | 8,753 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2.6 | | | | 1,950 | |
Lease Revenue | | | 2.9 | | | | 4,768 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,077 | |
Port Facilities Revenue | | | 3.8 | | | | 6,273 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Pre-Refunded Bonds | | | 6.1 | | | | 10,018 | | | | 18.9 | | | | 14,133 | | | | 4.4 | | | | 3,321 | |
Small Business Administration Revenue | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | |
Solid Waste Revenue | | | 4.3 | | | | 7,058 | | | | — | | | | — | | | | 2.3 | | | | 1,732 | |
Transportation Revenue | | | 2.1 | | | | 3,485 | | | | 8.6 | | | | 6,449 | | | | 8.6 | | | | 6,491 | |
Utility | | | 4.8 | | | | 7,897 | | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,027 | | | | 5.2 | | | | 3,959 | |
Water and Sewer Revenue | | | 9.7 | | | | 15,833 | | | | 9.0 | | | | 6,755 | | | | 7.7 | | | | 5,822 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 8.8 | | | | 14,370 | | | | 5.5 | | | | 4,110 | | | | 12.4 | | | | 9,370 | |
Other Assets Less Liabilities | | | 1.1 | | | | 1,726 | | | | 0.9 | | | | 674 | | | | 1.4 | | | | 1,048 | |
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| | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 163,401 | | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 74,864 | | | | 100.0 | % | | $ | 75,653 | |
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Investment Abbreviations:
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AMBAC | | AMBAC Indemnity Corporation |
AMT | | Alternative Minimum Tax |
FGIC | | Financial Guaranty Insurance Company |
FSA | | Financial Security Assurance |
GO | | General Obligation |
IDA | | Industrial Development Authority |
MBIA | | Municipal Bond Insurance Association |
PCR | | Pollution Control Revenue |
VRDN | | Variable Rate Demand Note |
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Expense Examples
Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund
As a shareholder of the Funds, you incur ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other Fund expenses. These examples are intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Funds and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds. Each example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested on April 1, 2004, and held through September 30, 2004. The ending value assumes dividends are reinvested at the time they were paid.
Actual Expenses
The first line for each Fund in the table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line for each Fund under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line for each Fund in the table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on each Fund’s actual expense ratios and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not each Fund’s actual returns. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balances or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Funds and other funds. To do so, compare these 5% hypothetical examples, with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
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| | Beginning | | Ending | | Expenses PaidA | | |
| | Account Value | | Account Value | | During the Period | | Annualized |
| | 4/1/04 | | 9/30/04 | | 4/1/04 to 9/30/04 | | Expense Rate |
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Maryland Tax-Free Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,014.90 | | | $ | 3.54 | | | | 0.70% | |
| Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,021.56 | | | | 3.55 | | | | | |
Pennsylvania Tax-Free Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,012.90 | | | $ | 3.53 | | | | 0.70% | |
| Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,021.56 | | | | 3.55 | | | | | |
Tax-Free Intermediate Actual | | $ | 1,000.00 | | | $ | 1,008.60 | | | $ | 3.52 | | | | 0.70% | |
| Hypothetical (5% return before expenses) | | | 1,000.00 | | | | 1,021.56 | | | | 3.55 | | | | | |
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A | These calculations are based on expenses incurred in the most recent fiscal half-year. The dollar amounts shown as “Expenses Paid” are equal to the annualized expense ratio multiplied by the average value over the period, multiplied by the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year (183), and divided by 365. |
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Performance Information
Maryland Tax-Free Income Trust
The following graphs compare the Fund’s total returns against that of a closely matched broad-based securities market index. The lines illustrate the cumulative total return of an initial $10,000 investment in Primary Class shares of the Fund for the periods indicated. The line for the Fund represents the total return after deducting all Fund investment management and other administrative expenses and the transaction costs of buying and selling securities. Prior to November 3, 1997, shares of the Fund were subject to a maximum initial sales charge of 2.75%. The returns shown on the following page do not reflect the imposition of an initial sales charge. The line representing the securities market index does not include any transaction costs associated with buying and selling securities in the index or other administrative expenses.
Total return measures investment performance in terms of appreciation or depreciation in net asset value per share, plus dividends and any capital gain distributions. It assumes that dividends and distributions were reinvested at the time they were paid. Average annual returns tend to smooth out variations in a fund’s return, so that they differ from actual year-to-year results.
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| The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. The performance stated may have been due to extraordinary market conditions, which may not be duplicated in the future. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. To obtain the most recent month-end performance information please visit www.leggmasonfunds.com. The investment return and principal value of the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Calculations assume reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions. Performance would have been lower if fees had not been waived in various periods. | |
Performance Information — Continued
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Growth of a $10,000 Investment — Primary Class
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| | One Year | | | +3.94% | | | | +3.94% | |
| | Five Years | | | +34.66% | | | | +6.13% | |
| | Ten Years | | | +76.51% | | | | +5.85% | |
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The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder
would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of Fund shares.
Past performance does not predict future performance.
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A | A total return performance benchmark for the long-term investment grade tax-exempt bond market. |
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Portfolio of Investments
Maryland Tax-Free Income Trust
September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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Municipal Bonds — 90.1% |
Maryland — 90.1% |
| Anne Arundel County, Maryland, Consolidated General Improvement Bonds, Series 1996 | | | 5.000% | | | | 9/1/16 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,060 | |
| Anne Arundel County, Maryland, GO Bonds, Consolidated General Improvements, Series 1999 | | | 6.500% | | | | 5/15/06 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,074 | |
| Anne Arundel County, Maryland, PCR Refunding Bonds (Baltimore Gas and Electric Company Project), Series 1994 | | | 6.000% | | | | 4/1/24 | | | | 4,500 | | | | 4,619 | |
| Baltimore County, Maryland, GO Bonds, Consolidated Public Improvement Bonds, 1998 Series (Pre-refunded 7/1/08) | | | 4.750% | | | | 7/1/18 | | | | 3,150 | | | | 3,451 | A |
| Carroll County, Maryland, GO Bonds, County Commissioners of Carroll County, Consolidated Public Improvement Bonds of 1995 (Pre-refunded 11/1/05) | | | 5.375% | | | | 11/1/25 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,050 | A |
| City of Annapolis, Maryland, Economic Development Revenue and Revenue Refunding Bonds (St. John’s College Facility) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | 1998 Series | | | 5.500% | | | | 10/1/18 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,043 | |
| | 1998 Series | | | 5.500% | | | | 10/1/23 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,070 | |
| City of Baltimore, Maryland (Mayor and City Council of Baltimore), GO Bonds, Consolidated Public Improvement Refunding Bonds of 1993, Series D (AMBAC insured) | | | 6.000% | | | | 10/15/06 | | | | 1,140 | | | | 1,233 | |
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City of Baltimore, Maryland (Mayor and City Council of Baltimore), Project and Refunding Revenue Bonds (Wastewater Projects) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 1996-A (FGIC insured) | | | 5.000% | | | | 7/1/22 | | | $ | 1,550 | | | $ | 1,696 | |
| Series 1996-A (FGIC insured) (Pre-refunded 7/1/09) | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/1/26 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,125 | A |
City of Baltimore, Maryland (Mayor and City Council of Baltimore), Project and Refunding Revenue Bonds (Water Projects) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 1994-A | | | 5.000% | | | | 7/1/24 | | | | 3,710 | | | | 4,012 | |
| Series 1994-A | | | 5.000% | | | | 7/1/24 | | | | 1,890 | | | | 2,043 | |
Community Development Administration, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, Multi-Family Housing Revenue Bonds (Insured Mortgage Loans) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| 2001 Series B AMT | | | 5.100% | | | | 5/15/16 | | | | 1,090 | | | | 1,149 | |
| 1995 Series B AMT | | | 5.800% | | | | 5/15/26 | | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,533 | |
Community Development Administration, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Residential Revenue Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| 2001 Series H AMT | | | 5.200% | | | | 9/1/22 | | | | 1,790 | | | | 1,844 | |
| 2001 Series B AMT | | | 5.375% | | | | 9/1/22 | | | | 310 | | | | 321 | |
| 2000 Series H AMT | | | 5.700% | | | | 9/1/22 | | | | 1,780 | | | | 1,840 | |
| 1999 Series D AMT | | | 5.375% | | | | 9/1/24 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,066 | |
Department of Transportation of Maryland, Consolidated Transportation Bonds, Series 2002 | | | 5.500% | | | | 2/1/15 | | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,485 | |
Frederick County, Maryland, GO Bonds, Public Facilities Refunding Bonds of 1998, Series A | | | 5.000% | | | | 7/1/15 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,122 | |
Harford County, Maryland, Consolidated Public Improvement Bonds, Series 1996 (Pre-refunded 3/1/06) | | | 5.000% | | | | 3/1/12 | | | | 315 | | | | 335 | A |
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Howard County, Maryland, GO Bonds, Metropolitan District Refunding Bonds, 1991 Series B | | | 0.000% | | | | 8/15/07 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 936 | B |
IDA of Prince George’s County, Maryland Subordinated Lease Revenue Bonds (Upper Marlboro Justice Center Expansion Project) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 2003B (MBIA insured) | | | 5.125% | | | | 6/30/15 | | | | 3,340 | | | | 3,696 | |
| Series 2003B (MBIA insured) | | | 5.000% | | | | 6/30/19 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,072 | |
Maryland Economic Development Corporation, Utility Infrastructure Revenue Bonds (University of Maryland, College Park Project), 2001 Series (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.375% | | | | 7/1/16 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,116 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Refunding Revenue Bonds, Kennedy Krieger Issue, Series 1997 | | | 5.125% | | | | 7/1/22 | | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,018 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Refunding Revenue Bonds, MedStar Health Issue, Series 2004 | | | 5.500% | | | | 8/15/25 | | | | 785 | | | | 799 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Refunding Revenue Bonds, The Johns Hopkins University Issue | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 1998 | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/08 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,130 | |
| Series 1998 | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/10 | | | | 500 | | | | 581 | |
| Series 1997 | | | 5.625% | | | | 7/1/17 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,101 | |
| Series 1998 | | | 5.125% | | | | 7/1/20 | | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,227 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Board of Child Care Issue, Series 2002 | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/1/18 | | | | 1,110 | | | | 1,208 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Calvert Health Systems Issue, Series 2004 | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/1/39 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,051 | |
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Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Carroll County General Hospital Issue | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 2002 | | | 5.750% | | | | 7/1/22 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,049 | |
| Series 2002 | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/26 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,100 | |
| Series 2002 | | | 5.750% | | | | 7/1/27 | | | | 1,050 | | | | 1,083 | |
| Series 2002 | | | 5.800% | | | | 7/1/32 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,063 | |
| Series 2002 | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/37 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,045 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, College of Notre Dame of Maryland Issue, Series 1998 (MBIA insured) | | | 5.300% | | | | 10/1/18 | | | | 925 | | | | 1,064 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Hebrew Home of Greater Washington Issue, Series 2002 | | | 5.800% | | | | 1/1/32 | | | | 2,250 | | | | 2,341 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Helix Health Issue, Series 1997 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.125% | | | | 7/1/11 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,237 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Howard County General Hospital Issue, Series 1993 | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/1/21 | | | | 2,825 | | | | 2,920 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Howard County General Hospital Acquisition Issue, Series 1998 (MBIA insured) | | | 5.000% | | | | 7/1/29 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,033 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, LifeBridge Health Issue | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 2004A | | | 2.000% | | | | 7/1/05 | | | | 500 | | | | 500 | |
| Series 2004A | | | 5.250% | | | | 7/1/18 | | | | 1,640 | | | | 1,759 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Suburban Hospital Issue, Series 2004A | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/1/16 | | | | 500 | | | | 544 | |
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Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, The Johns Hopkins Hospital Issue | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 2001 | | | 5.000% | | | | 5/15/12 | | | $ | 1,500 | | | $ | 1,626 | |
| Series 1990 | | | 0.000% | | | | 7/1/19 | | | | 4,000 | | | | 1,961 | B |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Union Hospital of Cecil County Issue, Series 2002 | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/1/22 | | | | 250 | | | | 263 | |
Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, University of Maryland Medical System Issue | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 2001 | | | 5.750% | | | | 7/1/21 | | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,200 | |
| Series 2000 | | | 6.750% | | | | 7/1/30 | | | | 1,250 | | | | 1,408 | |
| Series 2002 | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/32 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,065 | |
Maryland IDA, Economic Development Revenue Bonds (National Aquarium in Baltimore Facility), Series 2002B | | | 5.000% | | | | 11/1/19 | | | | 500 | | | | 529 | |
Maryland IDA, Refunding Revenue Bonds (American Center for Physics Headquarters Facility), Series 2001 | | | 5.250% | | | | 12/15/15 | | | | 320 | | | | 357 | |
Mayor and City Council of Baltimore (City of Baltimore, Maryland), GO Bonds, Consolidated Public Improvement Refunding Bonds of 1995 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series A (FGIC insured) | | | 0.000% | | | | 10/15/11 | | | | 940 | | | | 639 | B |
| Series A (Pre-refunded 10/15/05) (FGIC insured) | | | 0.000% | | | | 10/15/11 | | | | 1,060 | | | | 724 | A,B |
Mayor and City Council of Baltimore, Port Facilities Revenue Bonds (Consolidation Coal Sales Company Project) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 1984A | | | 6.500% | | | | 10/1/11 | | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,225 | |
| Series 1984B | | | 6.500% | | | | 10/1/11 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,047 | |
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Montgomery County, Maryland, GO Bonds, Consolidated Public Improvement | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Refunding Bonds of 2001, Series A | | | 4.000% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | $ | 1,025 | | | $ | 1,025 | |
| Refunding Bonds of 1992, Series A | | | 5.800% | | | | 7/1/07 | | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,405 | |
| Refunding Bonds of 1992, Series A | | | 0.000% | | | | 7/1/10 | | | | 3,000 | | | | 2,489 | B |
| Refunding Bonds of 1999, Series A (Pre-refunded 5/1/09) | | | 5.000% | | | | 5/1/18 | | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,333 | A |
Montgomery County, Maryland, PCR Refunding Bonds (Potomac Electric Project), 1994 Series | | | 5.375% | | | | 2/15/24 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,014 | |
Northeast Maryland Waste Disposal Authority, Resource Recovery Revenue Refunding Bonds (Southwest Resource Recovery Facility), Series 1993 (MBIA insured) | | | 7.200% | | | | 1/1/05 | | | | 2,200 | | | | 2,231 | |
Northeast Maryland Waste Disposal Authority, Solid Waste Refunding Revenue Bonds (Montgomery County Solid Waste Disposal System), Series 2003 AMT (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 4/1/16 | | | | 3,425 | | | | 3,751 | |
Northeast Maryland Waste Disposal Authority, Solid Waste Revenue Bonds, Montgomery County Resource Recovery Project, Series 1993A AMT | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/07 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,076 | |
Prince George’s County, Maryland, GO Bonds, Consolidated Public Improvement Bonds, Series 1999 (FSA insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 10/1/13 | | | | 4,500 | | | | 5,062 | |
Prince George’s County, Maryland, PCR Refunding Bonds (Potomac Electric Project), 1993 Series | | | 6.375% | | | | 1/15/23 | | | | 2,250 | | | | 2,265 | |
State of Maryland, GO Bonds, State and Local Facilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Loan of 2000, First Series | | | 5.500% | | | | 8/1/10 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,279 | |
| Loan of 2001, First Series | | | 5.500% | | | | 3/1/15 | | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,838 | |
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| The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Prince George’s County, Maryland, Park Acquisition and Development GO Bonds, Series Z-2 | | | 5.125% | | | | 5/1/21 | | | $ | 1,310 | | | $ | 1,414 | |
| University of Maryland System Auxiliary Facility and Tuition Revenue Bonds, 1997 Series A | | | 5.125% | | | | 4/1/17 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,141 | |
| Washington Suburban Sanitary District, Maryland (Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Water Supply Refunding Bonds 1997 | | | 5.250% | | | | 6/1/16 | | | | 1,650 | | | | 1,891 | |
| | Water Supply Refunding Bonds 1997 | | | 5.750% | | | | 6/1/17 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,391 | |
| | Water Supply Refunding Bonds 1997 | | | 6.000% | | | | 6/1/18 | | | | 2,705 | | | | 3,312 | |
| | Water Supply Refunding Bonds 1997 | | | 6.000% | | | | 6/1/19 | | | | 3,665 | | | | 4,500 | |
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Total Municipal Bonds (Identified Cost — $135,763) | | | | | | | 147,305 | |
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Variable Rate Demand Obligations — 8.8% |
Alaska — 0.3% |
| City of Valdez, Alaska, Marine Terminal Revenue Refunding Bonds Project, Series 2001 VRDN | | | 1.740% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 500 | | | | 500 | C |
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Maryland — 7.0% |
| Baltimore County, Maryland, Revenue Bonds (Oak Crest Village Inc. Project), Series 1999A VRDN | | | 1.690% | | | | 10/7/04 | | | | 1,970 | | | | 1,970 | C |
| Community Development Administration, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, Residential Revenue Bonds, 2004 Series F AMT VRDN | | | 1.680% | | | | 10/7/04 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000 | C |
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| Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority (Pooled Loan Program Issue), Series 1985A VRDN | | | 1.700% | | | | 10/6/04 | | | $ | 1,500 | | | $ | 1,500 | C |
| Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, University of Maryland Medical System Issue, Series 2004A VRDN | | | 1.700% | | | | 10/7/04 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000 | C |
| Maryland State Industrial Development Financing Authority, Revenue Bonds (National Aquarium in Baltimore Facility), Series 2002A VRDN | | | 1.690% | | | | 10/6/04 | | | | 1,300 | | | | 1,300 | C |
| Montgomery County, Maryland, Economic Development Revenue Bonds (Sandy Spring Friends School Facility), Series 2004 VRDN | | | 1.560% | | | | 10/6/04 | | | | 2,100 | | | | 2,100 | C |
| Washington Suburban Sanitary District, GO, Variable Rate Demand BANS, 2003 Series B VRDN | | | 1.650% | | | | 10/6/04 | | | | 500 | | | | 500 | C |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 11,370 | |
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Mississippi — 0.4% |
| Jackson County, Mississippi, Port Facility Refunding Revenue Bonds (Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Project), Series 1993 VRDN | | | 1.740% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 700 | | | | 700 | C |
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Nevada — 0.6% |
| Clark County, Nevada, School District Adjustable Rate, GO (Limited Tax) School Bonds, Series 2001A VRDN | | | 1.650% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000 | C |
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Texas — 0.5% |
| Harris County Health Facilities Development Corporation, Variable Rate Revenue Bonds (The Methodist Hospital), Series 2002 VRDN | | | 1.720% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | $ | 800 | | | $ | 800 | C |
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Total Variable Rate Demand Obligations (Identified Cost — $14,370) | | | 14,370 | |
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Total Investments — 98.9% (Identified Cost — $150,133) | | | 161,675 | |
Other Assets Less Liabilities — 1.1% | | | 1,726 | |
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Net Assets — 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 163,401 | |
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A | Pre-refunded bond — Bonds are referred to as pre-refunded when the issue has been advance refunded by a subsequent issue. The original issue is usually escrowed with U.S. Treasury securities in an amount sufficient to pay the interest, principal and call premium, if any, to the earliest call date. On that call date, the bond “matures.” The pre- refunded date is used in determining weighted average portfolio maturity. |
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B | Zero coupon bond — A bond with no periodic interest payments which is sold at such a discount as to produce a current yield to maturity. |
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C | The rate shown is the rate as of September 30, 2004, and the maturity shown is the longer of the next interest readjustment date or the date the original principal amount owed can be recovered through demand. |
A Guide to Investment Abbreviations is included in the Sector Diversification section of this report.
See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Maryland Tax-Free Income Trust
September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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Assets: | | | | | | | | |
| Investment securities at market value (identified cost – $150,133) | | | | | | $ | 161,675 | |
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| Receivable for: | | | | | | | | |
| | Fund shares sold | | | | | | | 119 | |
| | Dividend and interest income | | | | | | | 2,176 | |
| Other | | | | | | | 1 | |
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| | | | | | | 163,971 | |
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Liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
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| Payable for: | | | | | | | | |
| | Fund shares repurchased | | $ | 47 | | | | | |
| | Income distribution | | | 265 | | | | | |
| Due to manager and distributor | | | 81 | | | | | |
| Accrued expenses | | | 177 | | | | | |
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| | | | | | | 570 | |
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Net Assets | | | | | | $ | 163,401 | |
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Net Assets Consist of: | | | | | | | | |
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| Accumulated paid-in-capital applicable to: | | | | | | | | |
| | | 9,829 Primary Class shares outstanding | | $ | 151,693 | | | | | |
| Undistributed net investment income | | | 52 | | | | | |
| Accumulated net realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 114 | | | | | |
| Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | | | 11,542 | | | | | |
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Net Assets | | | | | | $ | 163,401 | |
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Net Asset Value Per Share: | | | | | | | | |
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| Primary Class | | | | | | | $16.62 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Operations
Maryland Tax-Free Income Trust
For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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Investment Income: | | | | | | | | |
| Interest | | | | | | $ | 3,761 | |
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Expenses: | | | | | | | | |
| Investment management fee | | $ | 450 | | | | | |
| Distribution and service fees | | | 205 | | | | | |
| Audit and legal fees | | | 19 | | | | | |
| Custodian fees | | | 34 | | | | | |
| Registration fees | | | 4 | | | | | |
| Reports to shareholders | | | 11 | | | | | |
| Transfer agent and shareholder servicing expense | | | 21 | | | | | |
| Trustees’ fees and expenses | | | 8 | | | | | |
| Other expenses | | | 4 | | | | | |
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| | | 756 | | | | | |
| | Less: Fees waived | | | (182 | ) | | | | |
| | Compensating balance credits | | | (1 | ) | | | | |
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| | | Total expenses, net of waivers and compensating balance credits | | | | | | | 573 | |
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Net Investment Income | | | | | | | 3,188 | |
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Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investments: | | | | | | | | |
| Realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 113 | | | | | |
| Change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | | | (1,057 | ) | | | | |
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Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investments | | | (944 | ) |
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Change in Net Assets Resulting From Operations | | | | | | $ | 2,244 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Maryland Tax-Free Income Trust
(Amounts in Thousands)
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| | For the Six | | For the |
| | Months Ended | | Year Ended |
| | 9/30/04 | | 3/31/04 |
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Change in Net Assets: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 3,188 | | | $ | 6,832 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | 113 | | | | 1,123 | |
Change in unrealized appreciation/ (depreciation) of investments | | | (1,057 | ) | | | 282 | |
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Change in net assets resulting from operations | | | 2,244 | | | | 8,237 | |
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Distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | |
| From net investment income | | | (3,235 | ) | | | (6,929 | ) |
| From net realized gain on investments | | | (637 | ) | | | — | |
Change in net assets from Fund share transactions | | | (4,712 | ) | | | 809 | |
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Change in net assets | | | (6,340 | ) | | | 2,117 | |
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Net Assets: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 169,741 | | | | 167,624 | |
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End of period | | $ | 163,401 | | | $ | 169,741 | |
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Undistributed net investment income | | $ | 52 | | | $ | 99 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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Financial Highlights
Maryland Tax-Free Income Trust
Contained below is per share operating performance data for a Primary Class share of beneficial interest outstanding, total investment return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
Primary Class:
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| | Ended | | Years Ended March 31, |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $16.77 | | | $ | 16.63 | | | $ | 15.89 | | | $ | 16.15 | | | $ | 15.42 | | | $ | 16.39 | |
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Investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Net investment income | | | .32 | A | | | .68 | A | | | .70 | A | | | .75 | A | | | .77 | A | | | .77 | A |
| Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (.08 | ) | | | .15 | | | | .74 | | | | (.28 | ) | | | .73 | | | | (.91 | ) |
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| Total from investment operations | | | .24 | | | | .83 | | | | 1.44 | | | | .47 | | | | 1.50 | | | | (.14 | ) |
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Distributions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| From net investment income | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.69 | ) | | | (.70 | ) | | | (.73 | ) | | | (.77 | ) | | | (.77 | ) |
| From net realized gain on investments | | | (.06 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (.06 | ) |
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| Total distributions | | | (.39 | ) | | | (.69 | ) | | | (.70 | ) | | | (.73 | ) | | | (.77 | ) | | | (.83 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $16.62 | | | $ | 16.77 | | | $ | 16.63 | | | $ | 15.89 | | | $ | 16.15 | | | $ | 15.42 | |
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Ratios/supplemental data: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Total return | | | 1.49 | %B | | | 5.06 | % | | | 9.20 | % | | | 2.96 | % | | | 10.01 | % | | | (.79 | )% |
| Total expenses to average net assetsC | | | .70 | %A,D | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | %A |
| Net expenses to average net assetsE | | | .70 | %A,D | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | %A |
| Net investment income to average net assets | | | 3.90 | %A,D | | | 4.05 | %A | | | 4.27 | %A | | | 4.53 | %A | | | 4.93 | %A | | | 4.94 | %A |
| Portfolio turnover rate | | | 4.5 | %B | | | 7.5 | % | | | 18.4 | % | | | 16.4 | % | | | 9.3 | % | | | 23.0 | % |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 163,401 | | | $ | 169,741 | | | $ | 167,624 | | | $ | 157,269 | | | $ | 153,229 | | | $ | 141,953 | |
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A | Net of fees waived by LMFA through August 1, 2005. If no fees had been waived by LMFA, the annualized ratio of expenses to average daily net assets would have been: for the six months ended September 30, 2004, 0.92% and for the years ended March 31, 2004, 0.95%; 2003, 0.94%; 2002, 0.93%; 2001, 0.93%; 2000, 0.96%. |
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B | Not annualized. |
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C | This ratio reflects total expenses before compensating balance credits, but net of the voluntary expense waivers described above. |
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D | Annualized. |
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E | This ratio reflects expenses net of compensating balance credits and voluntary expense waivers described above. |
See notes to financial statements.
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Performance Information
Pennsylvania Tax-Free Income Trust
The following graphs compare the Fund’s total returns against that of a closely matched broad-based securities market index. The lines illustrate the cumulative total return of an initial $10,000 investment in Primary Class shares of the Fund for the periods indicated. The line for the Fund represents the total return after deducting all Fund investment management and other administrative expenses and the transaction costs of buying and selling securities. Prior to November 3, 1997, shares of the Fund were subject to a maximum initial sales charge of 2.75%. The returns shown on the following page do not reflect the imposition of an initial sales charge. The line representing the securities market index does not include any transaction costs associated with buying and selling securities in the index or other administrative expenses.
Total return measures investment performance in terms of appreciation or depreciation in net asset value per share, plus dividends and any capital gain distributions. It assumes that dividends and distributions were reinvested at the time they were paid. Average annual returns tend to smooth out variations in a fund’s return, so that they differ from actual year-to-year results.
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| The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. The performance stated may have been due to extraordinary market conditions, which may not be duplicated in the future. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. To obtain the most recent month-end performance information please visit www.leggmasonfunds.com. The investment return and principal value of the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Calculations assume reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions. Performance would have been lower if fees had not been waived in various periods. | |
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Growth of a $10,000 Investment — Primary Class
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| | | | Cumulative | | Average Annual |
| | | | Total Return | | Total Return |
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| | One Year | | | +3.69% | | | | +3.69% | |
| | Five Years | | | +34.21% | | | | +6.06% | |
| | Ten Years | | | +77.56% | | | | +5.91% | |
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The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder
would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of Fund shares.
Past performance does not predict future performance.
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A | A total return performance benchmark for the long-term investment grade tax-exempt bond market. |
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Portfolio of Investments
Pennsylvania Tax-Free Income Trust
September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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Municipal Bonds — 93.6% |
Pennsylvania — 93.6% |
| Allegheny County Hospital Development Authority, Health Center Revenue Bonds, UPMC Health System (MBIA insured) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Series 1997B | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/24 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,195 | |
| | | Series 1997B | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/26 | | | | 2,250 | | | | 2,669 | |
| Allegheny County Sanitary Authority, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Sewer Revenue Bonds (MBIA insured) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Refunding Series of 2001 | | | 5.375% | | | | 12/1/17 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,122 | |
| | | Series of 2000 | | | 5.500% | | | | 12/1/30 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,080 | |
| Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Higher Education Building Authority, University Revenue Bonds (Carnegie Mellon University), Series 2002 | | | 5.250% | | | | 3/1/32 | | | | 1,190 | | | | 1,227 | |
| Athens Area School District, Bradford County, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series of 2001 (FGIC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 4/15/16 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,127 | |
| Bethlehem Area School District, Northampton and Lehigh Counties, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series A of 2001 (Pre-refunded 3/15/12) (FGIC insured) | | | 5.375% | | | | 3/15/20 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,273 | A |
| Blue Mountain School District, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, Series A of 2001 (Pre-refunded 10/1/11) (FSA insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 10/1/18 | | | | 1,660 | | | | 1,900 | A |
| Central Bucks School District, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series of 2002 (FGIC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 5/15/19 | | | | 1,930 | | | | 2,177 | |
| City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Gas Works Revenue Bonds, Twelfth Series B (MBIA insured) | | | 7.000% | | | | 5/15/20 | | | | 500 | | | | 624 | |
| City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, Series 2001 (FSA insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 9/15/15 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,101 | |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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| City of Pittsburgh (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania), GO Bonds, | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series A of 1997 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 9/1/18 | | | $ | 2,000 | | | $ | 2,125 | |
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, GO Bonds | | | | | | | | |
| | Second Series of 1992 (FSA insured) | | | 6.250% | | | | 7/1/12 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,393 | |
| | Second Series of 1999 (Pre-refunded 10/1/09) | | | 5.750% | | | | 10/1/14 | | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,452 | A |
| | First Series of 2002 (Pre-refunded 2/1/12) | | | 5.250% | | | | 2/1/15 | | | | 1,790 | | | | 2,016 | A |
| County of Butler (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania), GO Bonds, Series of 2003 (Pre-refunded 7/15/13) (FGIC insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 7/15/23 | | | | 500 | | | | 568 | A |
| County of Chester, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Series of 2004 | | | 2.000% | | | | 9/1/05 | | | | 1,630 | | | | 1,635 | |
| | | Series of 1998 | | | 5.000% | | | | 6/15/15 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,062 | |
| | | Series of 2004 | | | 5.000% | | | | 9/1/15 | | | | 1,280 | | | | 1,386 | |
| County of Delaware, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, Series of 1999 | | | 5.125% | | | | 10/1/16 | | | | 2,650 | | | | 2,860 | |
| County of Westmoreland, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, GO Bonds (AMBAC insured) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Series of 1992 | | | 0.000% | | | | 8/1/13 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,419 | B |
| | | Series of 1992 | | | 0.000% | | | | 8/1/14 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 676 | B |
| Erie Sewer Authority, Erie County, Pennsylvania, Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series of 1997 (Pre-refunded 6/1/07) (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.625% | | | | 6/1/17 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,185 | A |
| Lower Merion School District, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, Series 2003 | | | 5.000% | | | | 5/15/17 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,178 | |
| Northampton County Higher Education Authority, University Revenue Bonds, Series B of 1996 (Lehigh University) | | | 5.250% | | | | 11/15/21 | | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,647 | |
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Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority, Revenue Bonds, 1989 Series A (FGIC insured) | | | 6.000% | | | | 9/1/19 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,215 | |
Pennsylvania Higher Educational Facilities Authority (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania), Bryn Mawr College Revenue Bonds, Series of 1999 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.125% | | | | 12/1/29 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,052 | |
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, Oil Franchise Tax Subordinated Revenue Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series B of 1998 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 12/1/16 | | | | 1,365 | | | | 1,512 | |
| Series B of 1998 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 12/1/16 | | | | 635 | | | | 696 | |
| Series B of 2003 (MBIA insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 12/1/17 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,111 | |
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, Registration Fee Revenue Bonds (AMBAC insured) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series of 2001 | | | 5.375% | | | | 7/15/19 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,111 | |
| Series of 2001 | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/15/32 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,079 | |
Port Authority of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, Special Revenue Transportation Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series of 1999 (Pre-refunded 3/1/09) (MBIA insured) | | | 6.375% | | | | 3/1/14 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,165 | A |
| Refunding Series of 2001 (FGIC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 3/1/17 | | | | 250 | | | | 281 | |
| Refunding Series of 2001 (FGIC insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 3/1/20 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,170 | |
State Public School Building Authority, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, School Revenue Bonds (School District of the City of York Project), Series of 2003 (FSA insured) | | | 5.000% | | | | 5/1/19 | | | | 1,655 | | | | 1,769 | |
The City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Water and Wastewater Revenue Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Series 1995 (MBIA insured) | | | 6.250% | | | | 8/1/11 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,365 | |
| Series 2001A (FGIC insured) | | | 5.375% | | | | 11/1/20 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,187 | |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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| The Hospitals and Higher Education Facilities Authority of Philadelphia, Hospital Revenue Refunding Bonds (The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Project), Series A of 1993 | | | 5.000% | | | | 2/15/21 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,002 | |
| The Pennsylvania IDA, Economic Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2002 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/1/13 | | | | 900 | | | | 1,027 | |
| The Pennsylvania State University Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Refunding Series 2003 | | | 5.250% | | | | 3/1/18 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,097 | |
| The School District of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Series A of 2000 (FSA insured) (Pre-refunded 2/1/11) | | | 5.750% | | | | 2/1/13 | | | | 500 | | | | 574 | A |
| | | Series B of 2002 (FGIC insured) | | | 5.625% | | | | 8/1/15 | | | | 1,700 | | | | 1,903 | |
| Union County, Pennsylvania, Higher Educational Facilities Financing Authority, University Revenue Bonds (Bucknell University), Series A of 2002 | | | 5.250% | | | | 4/1/20 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,087 | |
| Wilkes-Barre Area School District, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, GO Notes, Series A of 2003 (MBIA insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 4/1/22 | | | | 1,460 | | | | 1,580 | |
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Total Municipal Bonds (Identified Cost — $64,901) | | | | | | | | | | | 70,080 | |
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Variable Rate Demand Obligations — 5.5% |
Pennsylvania — 5.5% |
| Pennsylvania Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Variable Rate Revenue Refunding Bonds (Carnegie Mellon University) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | Series 1995B VRDN | | | 1.710% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000 | C |
| | | Series 1995D VRDN | | | 1.710% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000 | C |
| Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Authority, Special Tax Revenue Refunding Bonds (City of Philadelphia Funding Program), Series of 2003 VRDN | | | 1.710% | | | | 10/7/04 | | | | 1,210 | | | | 1,210 | C |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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| The Hospitals and Higher Education Facilities Authority of Philadelphia, Hospital Revenue Bonds (The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Project), Series B of 2002 VRDN | | | 1.710% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | $ | 900 | | | $ | 900 | C |
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Total Variable Rate Demand Obligations (Identified Cost — $4,110) | | | 4,110 | |
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Total Investments — 99.1% (Identified Cost — $69,011) | | | 74,190 | |
Other Assets Less Liabilities — 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 674 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 74,864 | |
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Net assets — 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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A | Pre-refunded bond — Bonds are referred to as pre-refunded when the issue has been advance refunded by a subsequent issue. The original issue is usually escrowed with U.S. Treasury securities in an amount sufficient to pay the interest, principal and call premium, if any, to the earliest call date. On that call date, the bond “matures.” The pre- refunded date is used in determining weighted average portfolio maturity. |
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B | Zero coupon bond — A bond with no periodic interest payments which is sold at such a discount as to produce a current yield to maturity. |
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C | The rate shown is the rate as of September 30, 2004, and the maturity shown is the longer of the next interest readjustment date or the date the original principal amount owed can be recovered through demand. |
A Guide to Investment Abbreviations is included in the Sector Diversification section of this report.
See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Pennsylvania Tax-Free Income Trust
September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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Assets: | | | | | | | | |
| Investment securities at market value (identified cost – $69,011) | | | | | | $ | 74,190 | |
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| Receivable for: | | | | | | | | |
| | Fund shares sold | | | | | | | 47 | |
| | Dividend and interest income | | | | | | | 927 | |
| Other | | | | | | | 1 | |
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| | | | | | | 75,165 | |
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Liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
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| Payable for: | | | | | | | | |
| | Fund shares repurchased | | $ | 1 | | | | | |
| | Income distribution | | | 109 | | | | | |
| Due to manager and distributor | | | 31 | | | | | |
| Accrued expenses | | | 160 | | | | | |
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| | | | | | | 301 | |
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Net Assets | | | | | | $ | 74,864 | |
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Net Assets Consist of: | | | | | | | | |
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| Accumulated paid-in-capital applicable to: | | | | | | | | |
| | | 4,447 Primary Class shares outstanding | | $ | 69,808 | | | | | |
| Undistributed net investment income | | | 8 | | | | | |
| Accumulated net realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (131 | ) | | | | |
| Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | | | 5,179 | | | | | |
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Net Assets | | | | | | $ | 74,864 | |
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Net Asset Value Per Share: | | | | | | | | |
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| Primary Class | | | | | | | $16.83 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Operations
Pennsylvania Tax-Free Income Trust
For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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Investment Income: | | | | | | | | |
| Interest | | | | | | $ | 1,606 | |
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Expenses: | | | | | | | | |
| Investment management fee | | | 208 | | | | | |
| Distribution and service fees | | | 95 | | | | | |
| Audit and legal fees | | | 19 | | | | | |
| Custodian fee | | | 27 | | | | | |
| Registration fees | | | 3 | | | | | |
| Reports to shareholders | | | 8 | | | | | |
| Transfer agent and shareholder servicing expense | | | 10 | | | | | |
| Trustees’ fees and expenses | | | 8 | | | | | |
| Other expenses | | | 4 | | | | | |
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| | | 382 | | | | | |
| | Less: Fees waived | | | (117 | ) | | | | |
| | Compensating balance credits | | | — | A | | | | |
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| | | Total expenses, net of waivers and compensating balance credits | | | | | | | 265 | |
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Net Investment Income | | | | | | | 1,341 | |
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Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investments: | | | | | | | | |
| Realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (131 | ) | | | | |
| Change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | | | (367 | ) | | | | |
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Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investments | | | | | | | (498 | ) |
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Change in Net Assets Resulting From Operations | | | | | | $ | 843 | |
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A Amount is less than $1.
See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Pennsylvania Tax-Free Income Trust
(Amounts in Thousands)
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| | For the Six | | For the |
| | Months Ended | | Year Ended |
| | 9/30/04 | | 3/31/04 |
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Change in Net Assets: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 1,341 | | | $ | 2,636 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (131 | ) | | | 311 | |
Change in unrealized appreciation/ (depreciation) of investments | | | (367 | ) | | | 872 | |
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Change in net assets resulting from operations | | | 843 | | | | 3,819 | |
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Distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | |
| From net investment income | | | (1,341 | ) | | | (2,663 | ) |
| From net realized gain on investments | | | (166 | ) | | | (539 | ) |
Change in net assets from Fund share transactions | | | (4,529 | ) | | | 1,775 | |
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Change in net assets | | | (5,193 | ) | | | 2,392 | |
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Net Assets: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 80,057 | | | | 77,665 | |
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End of period | | $ | 74,864 | | | $ | 80,057 | |
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Undistributed net investment income | | $ | 8 | | | $ | 8 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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Financial Highlights
Pennsylvania Tax-Free Income Trust
Contained below is per share operating performance data for a Primary Class share and an Institutional Class share of beneficial interest outstanding, total investment return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
Primary Class:
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| | Six Months | | |
| | Ended | | Years Ended March 31, |
| | September 30, | |
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| | 2004 | | 2004 | | 2003 | | 2002 | | 2001 | | 2000 |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 16.95 | | | $ | 16.79 | | | $ | 15.98 | | | $ | 16.29 | | | $ | 15.57 | | | $ | 16.53 | |
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Investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Net investment income | | | 0.29 | A | | | .56 | A | | | .65 | A | | | .74 | A | | | .80 | A | | | .79 | A |
| Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (.08 | ) | | | .28 | | | | .81 | | | | (.31 | ) | | | .72 | | | | (.94 | ) |
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| Total from investment operations | | | .21 | | | | .84 | | | | 1.46 | | | | .43 | | | | 1.52 | | | | (.15 | ) |
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Distributions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| From net investment income | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.57 | ) | | | (.65 | ) | | | (.74 | ) | | | (.80 | ) | | | (.79 | ) |
| From net realized gain on investments | | | (.04 | ) | | | (.11 | ) | | | — | | | | — | | | | — | | | | (.02 | ) |
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| Total distributions | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.68 | ) | | | (.65 | ) | | | (.74 | ) | | | (.80 | ) | | | (.81 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $16.83 | | | $ | 16.95 | | | $ | 16.79 | | | $ | 15.98 | | | $ | 16.29 | | | $ | 15.57 | |
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Ratios/supplemental data: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Total return | | | 1.29 | %B | | | 5.08 | % | | | 9.27 | % | | | 2.64 | % | | | 10.06 | % | | | (.84 | )% |
| Total expenses to average net assetsC | | | .70 | %A,D | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .64 | % A | | | .66 | % A |
| Net expenses to average net assetsE | | | .70 | %A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .64 | % A | | | .66 | % A |
| Net investment income to average net assets | | | 3.54 | %A | | | 3.32 | % A | | | 3.92 | % A | | | 4.47 | % A | | | 5.08 | % A | | | 5.03 | % A |
| Portfolio turnover rate | | | 5.1 | % | | | 18.3 | % | | | 21.3 | % | | | 36.8 | % | | | 15.5 | % | | | 28.6 | % |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 74,864 | | | $ | 80,057 | | | $ | 77,665 | | | $ | 71,478 | | | $ | 70,059 | | | $ | 69,195 | |
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A | Net of fees waived by LMFA through August 1, 2005. If no fees had been waived by LMFA, the annualized ratio of expenses to average daily net assets would have been: for the six months ended September 30, 2004, 1.01%; and for the years ended March 31, 2004, 1.01%; 2003, 0.98%; 2002, 1.02%; 2001, 1.03%; 2000, 1.02%. |
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B | Not annualized. |
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C | This ratio reflects total expenses before compensating balance credits, but net of the voluntary expense waivers described above. |
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D | Annualized. |
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E | This ratio reflects expenses net of compensating balance credits and voluntary expense waivers described above. |
See notes to financial statements.
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Institutional Class:
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| | For the | | For the |
| | Period Ended | | Year Ended |
| | 2/26/01F | | 3/31/00 |
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Net asset value, beginning of year | | $ | 15.57 | | | $ | 16.53 | |
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Investment operations: | | | | | | | | |
| Net investment income | | | .76 | G | | | .82 | G |
| Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | .65 | | | | (.94 | ) |
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| Total from investment operations | | | 1.41 | | | | (.12 | ) |
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Distributions: | | | | | | | | |
| Net investment income | | | (.76 | ) | | | (.82 | ) |
| Net realized gain on investments | | | — | | | | (.02 | ) |
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| Total distributions | | | (.76 | ) | | | (.84 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of year | | $ | 16.22 | | | $ | 15.57 | |
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Ratios/supplemental data: | | | | | | | | |
| Total return | | | 9.29 | %B | | | (.62 | )% |
| Total expenses to average net assetsC | | | .45 | %D,G | | | .45 | %G |
| Net expenses to average net assetsD | | | .45 | %D,G | | | .45 | %G |
| Net investment income to average net assets | | | 5.27 | %D,G | | | 5.13 | %G |
| Portfolio turnover rate | | | 15.5 | % | | | 28.6 | % |
Net assets, end of year (in thousands) | | | $— | | | | $66 | |
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F | For the period April 1, 2000 to February 26, 2001 (date of liquidation of Institutional Class shares). |
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G | Net of fees waived by LMFA pursuant to a voluntary expense limitation of 0.45%. If no fees had been waived by LMFA, the annualized ratio of expenses to average daily net assets for each period would have been: for the period ended February 26, 2001, 0.87%; and for the year ended March 31, 2000, 0.81%. |
See notes to financial statements.
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Performance Information
Tax-Free Intermediate-Term Income Trust
The following graphs compare the Fund’s total returns against that of a closely matched broad-based securities market index. The lines illustrate the cumulative total return of an initial $10,000 investment in Primary Class shares of the Fund for the periods indicated. The line for the Fund represents the total return after deducting all Fund investment management and other administrative expenses and the transaction costs of buying and selling securities. Prior to August 1, 1995, shares of the Fund were subject to a maximum initial sales charge of 2.00%. The returns shown on the following page do not reflect the imposition of an initial sales charge. The line representing the securities market index does not include any transaction costs associated with buying and selling securities in the index or other administrative expenses.
Total return measures investment performance in terms of appreciation or depreciation in net asset value per share, plus dividends and any capital gain distributions. It assumes that dividends and distributions were reinvested at the time they were paid. Average annual returns tend to smooth out variations in a Fund’s return, so that they differ from actual year-to-year results.
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| The performance data quoted represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. The performance stated may have been due to extraordinary market conditions, which may not be duplicated in the future. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance data quoted. To obtain the most recent month-end performance information please visit www.leggmasonfunds.com. The investment return and principal value of the Fund will fluctuate so that an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original cost. Calculations assume reinvestment of dividends and capital gain distributions. Performance would have been lower if fees had not been waived in various periods. | |
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Growth of a $10,000 Investment — Primary Class
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| | | | Cumulative | | Average Annual |
| | | | Total Return | | Total Return |
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| | One Year | | | +2.68% | | | | +2.68% | |
| | Five Years | | | +28.75% | | | | +5.18% | |
| | Ten Years | | | +64.10% | | | | +5.08% | |
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The graph and table do not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder
would pay on Fund distributions or the redemption of Fund shares.
Past performance does not predict future performance.
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A | A total return performance benchmark for investment grade tax-exempt bonds with maturities ranging from six to eight years. |
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Portfolio of Investments
Tax-Free Intermediate-Term Income Trust
September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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Municipal Bonds — 86.2% |
Arizona — 1.5% |
| Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement and Power District, Arizona, Salt River Project Electric System Refunding Revenue Bonds, 2001 Series A | | | 5.000% | | | | 1/1/11 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,109 | |
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California — 4.3% |
| State of California Economic Recovery Bonds, Series 2004A | | | 5.000% | | | | 7/1/16 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,071 | |
| State of California Various Purpose, GO Bonds | | | 5.000% | | | | 2/1/20 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,057 | |
| The Regents of the University of California, General Revenue Bonds, Series 2003A (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.000% | | | | 5/15/13 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,115 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 3,243 | |
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Delaware — 1.8% |
| The State of Delaware, GO Bonds, Series 2004A | | | 5.000% | | | | 1/1/13 | | | | 1,225 | | | | 1,353 | |
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District of Columbia — 1.5% |
| District of Columbia Multimodal Revenue Bonds, MedStar Health, Inc. Issue (Georgetown University Hospital and Washington Hospital Center Projects), Series 2001D | | | 6.875% | | | | 8/15/31 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,110 | |
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Florida — 5.1% |
| Seminole County, Florida, Water and Sewer Revenue Refunding and Improvement Bonds, Series 1992 (MBIA insured) | | | 6.000% | | | | 10/1/12 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,184 | |
| State of Florida, Full Faith and Credit, State Board of Education, Capital Outlay Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | 1995 Series A (Pre-refunded 1/1/05) | | | 5.600% | | | | 1/1/08 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,020 | A |
| | 2000 Series A | | | 5.500% | | | | 1/1/16 | | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,665 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 3,869 | |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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Georgia — 2.9% |
| Development Authority of the City of Milledgeville and Baldwin County Revenue Bonds (Georgia College & State University Foundation Property III, LLC, Student Housing System Project), Series 2004 | | | 5.500% | | | | 9/1/24 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,035 | |
| State of Georgia, GO Bonds, Series 1997C | | | 6.250% | | | | 8/1/10 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,174 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 2,209 | |
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Hawaii — 1.4% |
| Hawaii State, GO Bonds of 2004, Series DD (MBIA insured) | | | 5.000% | | | | 5/1/16 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,094 | |
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Louisiana — 4.1% |
| Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, Auxiliary Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2004 (FSA insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 7/1/13 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,125 | |
| City of Lafayette, State of Louisiana, Public Improvement Sales Tax Bonds, Series 1999B (FGIC insured) | | | 7.000% | | | | 3/1/09 | | | | 750 | | | | 882 | |
| City of New Orleans, Louisiana, GO Refunding Bonds, Series 1998 (FGIC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 12/1/10 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,137 | |
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Maryland — 20.3% |
| Anne Arundel County, Maryland, GO Bonds, Consolidated Solid Waste Projects, Series 1998 AMT | | | 5.300% | | | | 2/1/17 | | | | 450 | | | | 471 | |
| Frederick County, Maryland, GO Bonds, Public Facilities Bonds of 2000 | | | 5.000% | | | | 12/1/15 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,101 | |
| Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Refunding Revenue Bonds, Kennedy Kreiger Issue | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series 1997 | | | 5.200% | | | | 7/1/09 | | | | 400 | | | | 426 | |
| | Series 1997 | | | 5.250% | | | | 7/1/10 | | | | 400 | | | | 424 | |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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Maryland — Continued |
| | Series 1997 | | | 5.125% | | | | 7/1/22 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,006 | |
| Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Refunding Revenue Bonds, MedStar Health Issue, Series 2004 | | | 5.750% | | | | 8/15/14 | | | | 500 | | | | 553 | |
| Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, Carroll County General Hospital Issue | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series 2002 | | | 5.125% | | | | 7/1/14 | | | | 400 | | | | 421 | |
| | Series 2002 | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/21 | | | | 535 | | | | 574 | |
| Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, The Johns Hopkins Hospital Issue, Series 2001 | | | 5.000% | | | | 5/15/11 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,096 | |
| Maryland Health and Higher Educational Facilities Authority, Revenue Bonds, University of Maryland Medical System Issue | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series 2000 | | | 6.125% | | | | 7/1/07 | | | | 250 | | | | 273 | |
| | Series 2001 | | | 5.000% | | | | 7/1/10 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,083 | |
| Maryland Transportation Authority, Airport Parking Revenue Bonds, Baltimore/Washington International Airport Projects, Series 2002B AMT (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 3/1/12 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,097 | |
| Maryland Transportation Authority, Transportation Facilities Projects, Revenue Bonds, Series 1992 | | | 5.700% | | | | 7/1/05 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,030 | |
| Mayor and City Council of Baltimore (City of Baltimore, Maryland), GO Bonds, Consolidated Public Improvement Refunding Bonds of 1995, Series A (FGIC insured) | | | 0.000% | | | | 10/15/06 | | | | 750 | | | | 693B | |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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Maryland — Continued |
| Northeast Maryland Waste Disposal Authority, Solid Waste Refunding Revenue Bonds (Montgomery County Solid Waste Disposal System), Series 2003 AMT (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 4/1/15 | | | $ | 1,575 | | | $ | 1,732 | |
| State of Maryland, GO Bonds, State and Local Facilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Loan of 2000, First Series | | | 5.500% | | | | 8/1/10 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,279 | |
| | Loan of 1998, First Series | | | 5.000% | | | | 3/1/12 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,090 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 15,349 | |
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Massachusetts — 1.5% |
| The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, GO Refunding Bonds, 1997 Series A (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.750% | | | | 8/1/10 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,145 | |
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Michigan — 3.0% |
| Williamston Community Schools School District, County of Ingham, State of Michigan, School Building and Site Bonds, Series 1996 (MBIA insured) | | | 6.250% | | | | 5/1/09 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,303 | |
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New York — 1.6% |
| Dormitory Authority of the State of New York, New York University, Insured Revenue Bonds, Series 1998A (MBIA insured) | | | 6.000% | | | | 7/1/18 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,219 | |
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Pennsylvania — 13.0% |
| Central Bucks School District, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, Series of 2002 (FGIC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 5/15/17 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,129 | |
| City of Reading, Berks County, Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, Series of 2002 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.875% | | | | 11/15/12 | | | | 1,200 | | | | 1,411 | |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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Pennsylvania — Continued |
| Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, GO Bonds, Second Series of 1999 (Pre-refunded 10/1/09) | | | 5.750% | | | | 10/1/14 | | | $ | 2,000 | | | $ | 2,301 | A |
| Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, Oil Franchise Tax Subordinated Revenue Bonds, Series B of 2003 (MBIA insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 12/1/16 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,116 | |
| The City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Water and Wastewater Revenue Bonds | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series 1993 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.625% | | | | 6/15/08 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,112 | |
| | Series 2001A (FGIC insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 11/1/17 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,108 | |
| The Pennsylvania IDA, Economic Development Revenue Bonds, Series 2002 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 7/1/20 | | | | 500 | | | | 555 | |
| The Pennsylvania State University Bonds, Series A of 1997 | | | 5.000% | | | | 8/15/16 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,070 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 9,802 | |
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Texas — 11.1% |
| City of Austin, Texas (Travis and Williamson Counties), Electric Utility System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2002A (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.500% | | | | 11/15/13 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,295 | |
| City of Houston, Texas, Public Improvement, Refunding Bonds, Series 1995C | | | 5.625% | | | | 4/1/10 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,020 | |
| Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Senior Lien Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 (AMBAC insured) | | | 5.375% | | | | 12/1/17 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,117 | |
| Harris County, Texas, Permanent Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 1996 (MBIA insured) | | | 0.000% | | | | 10/1/17 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 559 | B |
| Tarrant County, Texas, Health Facilities Development Corporation, Harris Methodist Health System, Revenue Bonds (FGIC insured) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series 1987A | | | 5.000% | | | | 9/1/15 | | | | 250 | | | | 276 | |
| | Series 1987B | | | 5.000% | | | | 9/1/15 | | | | 855 | | | | 945 | |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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Texas — Continued |
| Texas Public Finance Authority, State of Texas, GO Refunding Bonds, Series 1998B | | | 5.125% | | | | 10/1/15 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,083 | |
| United Independent School District (Webb County, Texas), Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 1995 | | | 7.100% | | | | 8/15/06 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,094 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 8,389 | |
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Virginia — 5.6% |
| Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority Lease Revenue Bonds (James Lee Community Center), Series 2004 | | | 5.250% | | | | 6/1/19 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,077 | |
| Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, Airport System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 1999A (FGIC insured) | | | 5.250% | | | | 10/1/12 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,079 | |
| Virginia Housing Development Authority, Commonwealth Mortgage Bonds, 2001 Series D, Subseries D-3 AMT | | | 5.000% | | | | 1/1/15 | | | | 870 | | | | 915 | |
| Virginia Resources Authority, Clean Water State Revolving Fund, Revenue Bonds, Series 1999 | | | 5.750% | | | | 10/1/13 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,142 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 4,213 | |
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Washington — 4.7% |
| King County, Washington, Sewer Revenue Bonds, 1999 (Second Series) (FGIC insured) | | | 6.000% | | | | 1/1/10 | | | | 1,115 | | | | 1,276 | |
| State of Washington, Motor Vehicle Fuel Tax, GO Bonds, Series 1997D | | | 6.500% | | | | 1/1/07 | | | | 1,045 | | | | 1,146 | |
| State of Washington, Various Purpose GO Bonds, Series 2000B | | | 6.000% | | | | 1/1/11 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,138 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 3,560 | |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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West Virginia — 1.4% |
| West Virginia Hospital Finance Authority, Hospital Revenue Refunding Bonds (West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc.), 2003 Series A (FSA insured) | | | 5.000% | | | | 6/1/07 | | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,073 | |
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Puerto Rico — 1.4% |
| Puerto Rico Highways and Transportation Authority, Highway Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series AA | | | 5.000% | | | | 7/1/06 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,051 | |
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Total Municipal Bonds (Identified Cost — $61,234) | | | | | | | | | | | 65,235 | |
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Variable Rate Demand Obligations — 12.4% |
Indiana — 2.6% |
| City of Hammond, Indiana, PCR Refunding Bonds (Amoco Oil Company Project), Series 1994 VRDN | | | 1.740% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000 | C |
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Kentucky — 3.0% |
| Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority, Hospital Revenue Bonds (Baptist Healthcare System Obligated Group) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Series 1999 C VRDN | | | 1.740% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 800 | | | | 800 | C |
| | Series 1999 B VRDN | | | 1.700% | | | | 10/6/04 | | | | 1,470 | | | | 1,470 | C |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 2,270 | |
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Mississippi — 1.3% |
| Jackson County, Mississippi, Port Facility Refunding Revenue Bonds (Chevron U.S.A. Inc. Project), Series 1993 VRDN | | | 1.740% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000 | C |
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Nevada — 1.5% |
| Clark County School District, Nevada, GO (Limited Tax) Building Bonds, Series 2001A VRDN | | | 1.610% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | | 1,100 | | | | 1,100 | C |
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| | Rate | | Date | | Par | | Value |
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Texas — 4.0% |
| Harris County Health Facilities Development Corporation, Variable Rate Revenue Bonds (The Methodist Hospital), Series 2002 VRDN | | | 1.720% | | | | 10/1/04 | | | $ | 3,000 | | | $ | 3,000 | C |
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Total Variable Rate Demand Obligations (Identified Cost — $9,370) | | | 9,370 | |
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Total Investments — 98.6% (Identified Cost — $70,604) | | | | | | | 74,605 | |
Other Assets Less Liabilities — 1.4% | | | | | | | 1,048 | |
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Net Assets — 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 75,653 | |
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A | Pre-refunded bond — Bonds are referred to as pre-refunded when the issue has been advance refunded by a subsequent issue. The original issue is usually escrowed with U.S. Treasury securities in an amount sufficient to pay the interest, principal and call premium, if any, to the earliest call date. On that call date, the bond “matures.” The pre- refunded date is used in determining weighted average portfolio maturity. |
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B | Zero coupon bond — A bond with no periodic interest payments which is sold at such a discount as to produce a current yield to maturity. |
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C | The rate shown is the rate as of September 30, 2004, and the maturity shown is the longer of the next interest readjustment date or the date the original principal amount owed can be recovered through demand. |
A Guide to Investment Abbreviations follows Sector Diversification.
See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Tax-Free Intermediate-Term Income Trust
September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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Assets: | | | | | | | | |
| Investment securities at market value (identified cost — $70,604) | | | | | | $ | 74,605 | |
| Cash | | | | | | | 237 | |
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| Receivable for: | | | | | | | | |
| | Fund shares sold | | | | | | | 95 | |
| | Dividend and interest income | | | | | | | 951 | |
| Other | | | | | | | 1 | |
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| | | | | | | 75,889 | |
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Liabilities: | | | | | | | | |
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| Payable for: | | | | | | | | |
| | Fund shares repurchased | | $ | 44 | | | | | |
| | Income distribution | | | 104 | | | | | |
| Due to manager and distributor | | | 32 | | | | | |
| Accrued expenses | | | 36 | | | | | |
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| | | | | | | 216 | |
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Net Assets | | | | | | $ | 75,673 | |
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Net Assets Consist of: | | | | | | | | |
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| Accumulated paid-in-capital applicable to: | | | | | | | | |
| | | 4,688 Primary Class shares outstanding | | $ | 72,243 | | | | | |
| Accumulated net realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (571 | ) | | | | |
| Unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | | | 4,001 | | | | | |
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Net Assets | | | | | | $ | 75,673 | |
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Net Asset Value Per Share: | | | | | | | | |
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| Primary Class | | | | | | | $16.14 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Operations
Tax-Free Intermediate-Term Income Trust
For the Six Months Ended September 30, 2004 (Unaudited)
(Amounts in Thousands)
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Investment Income: | | | | | | | | |
| Interest | | | | | | $ | 1,481 | |
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Expenses: | | | | | | | | |
| Investment management fee | | $ | 203 | | | | | |
| Distribution and service fees | | | 92 | | | | | |
| Audit and legal fees | | | 15 | | | | | |
| Custodian fees | | | 25 | | | | | |
| Registration fees | | | 10 | | | | | |
| Reports to shareholders | | | 9 | | | | | |
| Transfer agent and shareholder servicing expense | | | 9 | | | | | |
| Trustees’ fees and expenses | | | 10 | | | | | |
| Other expenses | | | 3 | | | | | |
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| | | 376 | | | | | |
| | Less: Fees waived | | | (117 | ) | | | | |
| | Compensating balance credits | | | — | A | | | | |
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| | | Total expenses, net of waivers and compensating balance credits | | | | | | | 259 | |
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Net Investment Income | | | | | | | 1,222 | |
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Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investments: | | | | | | | | |
| Realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (312 | ) | | | | |
| Change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | | | (358 | ) | | | | |
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Net Realized and Unrealized Gain/(Loss) on Investments | | | (670 | ) |
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Change in Net Assets Resulting From Operations | | | | | | $ | 552 | |
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A | Amount is less than $1. |
See notes to financial statements.
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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Tax-Free Intermediate-Term Income Trust
(Amounts in Thousands)
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| | For the Six | | For the |
| | Months Ended | | Year Ended |
| | 9/30/04 | | 3/31/04 |
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Change in Net Assets: | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 1,222 | | | $ | 2,255 | |
Net realized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (312 | ) | | | (18 | ) |
Change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | | | (358 | ) | | | 646 | |
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Change in net assets resulting from operations | | | 552 | | | | 2,883 | |
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Distributions to shareholders: | | | | | | | | |
| From net investment income | | | (1,222 | ) | | | (2,255 | ) |
Change in net assets from Fund share transactions | | | (811 | ) | | | 2,238 | |
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Change in net assets | | | (1,481 | ) | | | 2,866 | |
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Net Assets: | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 77,154 | | | | 74,288 | |
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End of period | | $ | 75,673 | | | $ | 77,154 | |
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Undistributed net investment income | | $ | — | | | $ | — | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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Financial Highlights
Tax-Free Intermediate-Term
Contained below is per share operating performance data for a Primary Class share of beneficial interest outstanding, total investment return, ratios to average net assets and other supplemental data. This information has been derived from information provided in the financial statements.
Primary Class:
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| | Ended | | Years Ended March 31, |
| | September 30, | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $16.27 | | | $ | 16.13 | | | $ | 15.47 | | | $ | 15.66 | | | $ | 15.09 | | | $ | 15.68 | |
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Investment operations: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Net investment income | | | 0.26 | A | | | .49 | A | | | .56 | A | | | .65 | A | | | .68 | A | | | .67 | A |
| Net realized and unrealized gain/(loss) on investments | | | (.13 | ) | | | .14 | | | | .66 | | | | (.18 | ) | | | .57 | | | | (.59 | ) |
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| Total from investment operations | | | .13 | | | | .63 | | | | 1.22 | | | | .47 | | | | 1.25 | | | | .08 | |
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Distributions: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| From net investment income | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.49 | ) | | | (.56 | ) | | | (.66 | ) | | | (.68 | ) | | | (.67 | ) |
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| Total distributions | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.49 | ) | | | (.56 | ) | | | (.66 | ) | | | (.68 | ) | | | (.67 | ) |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $16.14 | | | $ | 16.27 | | | $ | 16.13 | | | $ | 15.47 | | | $ | 15.66 | | | $ | 15.09 | |
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Ratios/supplemental data: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Total return | | | .86 | %B | | | 3.95 | % | | | 8.01 | % | | | 3.00 | % | | | 8.51 | % | | | .58 | % |
| Total expenses to average net assetsC | | | .70 | %A,D | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A |
| Net expenses to average net assetsE | | | .70 | %A,D | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A | | | .70 | % A |
| Net investment income to average net assets | | | 3.30 | %A,D | | | 3.01 | % A | | | 3.52 | % A | | | 4.16 | % A | | | 4.48 | % A | | | 4.40 | % A |
| Portfolio turnover rate | | | 11.2 | %B | | | 18.5 | % | | | 17.3 | % | | | 17.8 | % | | | 10.1 | % | | | 35.6 | % |
Net assets, end of period (in thousands) | | $ | 75,673 | | | $ | 77,154 | | | $ | 74,288 | | | $ | 59,266 | | | $ | 50,710 | | | $ | 55,641 | |
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A | Net of fees waived by LMFA through August 1, 2005. If no fees had been waived by LMFA, the annualized ratio of expenses to average daily net assets would have been: for the six months ended September 30, 2004, 1.02%; and for the years ended March 31, 2004, 1.05%; 2003, 1.08%; 2002, 1.10%; 2001, 1.08%; 2000, 1.02%. |
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B | Not annualized. |
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C | This ratio reflects total expenses before compensating balance credits, but net of the voluntary expense waivers described below. |
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D | Annualized. |
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E | This ratio reflects expenses net of compensating balance credits and voluntary expense waivers described below. |
See notes to financial statements.
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Notes to Financial Statements
Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund
(Amounts in Thousands) (Unaudited)
1. Significant Accounting Policies:
The Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund (“Trust”), consisting of the Maryland Tax-Free Income Trust (“Maryland Tax-Free”), the Pennsylvania Tax-Free Income Trust (“Pennsylvania Tax-Free”) and the Tax-Free Intermediate-Term Income Trust (“Tax-Free Intermediate”) (each a “Fund”), is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 (“1940 Act”), as amended, as an open-end management investment company. All series of the Trust are non-diversified.
Each Fund consists of two classes of shares: Primary Class and Institutional Class. The Institutional Classes of the Funds are not currently active.
Preparation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Funds in the preparation of their financial statements:
Security Valuation
Securities for which market quotations are readily available are valued at current market value. Securities for which market quotations are not readily available are fair valued by the Board of Trustees and management. In determining fair value, the Board of Trustees and management consider all relevant qualitative and quantitative information available. These factors are subject to change over time and are reviewed periodically. The values assigned to fair value investments are based on available information and do not necessarily represent amounts that might ultimately be realized, since such amounts depend on future developments inherent in long-term investments. Further, because of the inherent uncertainty of valuation, those estimated values may differ significantly from the values that would have been used had a ready market for the investments existed, and the differences could be material.
Maryland Tax-Free and Pennsylvania Tax-Free each follow an investment policy of investing primarily in municipal obligations of one state. Economic changes affecting either of those states and certain of its public bodies and municipalities may affect the ability of issuers within that state to pay interest on, or repay principal of, municipal obligations held by either of those Funds.
Security Transactions
Security transactions are recorded on the trade date. Realized gains and losses from security transactions are reported on an identified cost basis for both financial reporting and federal income tax purposes. At September 30, 2004, there were no receivables for securities sold or payables for securities purchased.
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For the six months ended September 30, 2004, security transactions (excluding short-term investments) were:
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| | Purchases | | Proceeds From Sales |
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Maryland Tax-Free | | $ | 6,731 | | | $ | 9,963 | |
Pennsylvania Tax-Free | | | 3,600 | | | | 7,244 | |
Tax-Free Intermediate | | | 8,671 | | | | 7,198 | |
Investment Income and Distributions to Shareholders
Interest income and expenses are recorded on the accrual basis. Bond discounts and premiums are amortized and included in interest income for financial reporting and federal income tax purposes. Dividend income and distributions to shareholders are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Dividends from net investment income are declared daily and paid monthly. When available, net capital gain distributions are declared and paid annually in June. An additional distribution may be made in December, to the extent necessary, in order to comply with federal excise tax requirements. Distributions are determined in accordance with federal income tax regulations, which may differ from those determined in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Accordingly, periodic reclassifications are made within the Funds’ capital accounts to reflect income and gains available for distribution under federal income tax regulations. At September 30, 2004, accrued dividends payable were as follows: Maryland Tax-Free, $265; Pennsylvania Tax-Free, $109; and Tax-Free Intermediate, $104.
Compensating Balance Credits
Compensating balance credits reflect credits earned on daily, uninvested cash balances at the custodian, and are used to reduce each Fund’s expenses.
Other
In the normal course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is dependent on claims that may be made against the Fund in the future and, therefore, cannot be estimated; however, based on experience, the risk of material loss from such claims is considered remote.
2. Federal Income Taxes:
No provision for federal income or excise taxes is required since each Fund intends to continue to qualify as a regulated investment company and distribute substantially all of its taxable income and capital gains to its shareholders. Because federal income tax regulations differ from accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, income
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and capital gains distributions determined in accordance with tax regulations may differ from net investment income and realized gains recognized for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, the character of distributions and composition of net assets for tax purposes differ from those reflected in the accompanying financial statements. The amount and character of tax-basis distributions and composition of net assets are finalized at fiscal year-end; accordingly, tax-basis balances have not been determined as of September 30, 2004.
The Funds intend to retain realized capital gains that may be offset against available capital loss carryforwards for federal income tax purposes. At March 31, 2004, Maryland Tax-Free and Pennsylvania Tax-Free had no capital loss carryforwards. Tax-Free Intermediate had capital loss carryforwards of $12, $230, and $17, expiring in 2008, 2009, and 2012, respectively.
3. Transactions With Affiliates:
The Trust has a management agreement with Legg Mason Fund Adviser, Inc. (“LMFA”). Pursuant to the agreement, LMFA provides the Funds with investment management and administrative services for which each Fund pays a fee, computed daily and payable monthly, at an annual rate of 0.55% of each Fund’s average daily net assets.
LMFA has voluntarily agreed to waive its fees in any month to the extent a Fund’s expenses (exclusive of taxes, interest, brokerage and extraordinary expenses) exceed during that month certain annual rates. The following chart shows the annual rate of management fees, expense limits and their expiration dates, total management fees waived, and management fees payable for each Fund:
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Fund | | Fee | | Limitation | | Expiration Date | | Fees Waived | | Fees Payable |
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Maryland Tax-Free | | | 0.55% | | | | 0.70% | | | August 1, 2005 | | $ | 182 | | | $ | 47 | |
Pennsylvania Tax-Free | | | 0.55% | | | | 0.70% | | | August 1, 2005 | | | 117 | | | | 16 | |
Tax-Free Intermediate | | | 0.55% | | | | 0.70% | | | August 1, 2005 | | | 117 | | | | 17 | |
Legg Mason Trust, fsb (“LM Trust”) serves as investment adviser to each Fund pursuant to an advisory agreement with LMFA. LMFA (not the Funds) pays LM Trust a fee, computed daily and payable monthly, at an annual rate of 0.50% of each Fund’s average daily net assets.
Legg Mason Wood Walker, Incorporated (“Legg Mason”), a member of the New York Stock Exchange, serves as distributor of the Funds. Legg Mason receives an annual
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distribution fee and an annual service fee, based on each Fund’s Primary Class’s average daily net assets, computed daily and payable monthly as follows:
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Maryland Tax-Free | | | 0.125% | | | | 0.125% | | | $ | 34 | |
Pennsylvania Tax-Free | | | 0.125% | | | | 0.125% | | | | 15 | |
Tax-Free Intermediate | | | 0.125% | | | | 0.125% | | | | 15 | |
LM Fund Services, Inc. (“LMFS”), a registered transfer agent, has an agreement with the Funds’ transfer agent to assist it with some of its duties. For this assistance, the transfer agent paid LMFS the following amounts for the six months ended September 30, 2004: Maryland Tax-Free, $8; Pennsylvania Tax-Free, $3; and Tax-Free Intermediate, $3.
LMFA, LM Trust, Legg Mason and LMFS are corporate affiliates and wholly owned subsidiaries of Legg Mason, Inc.
4. Line of Credit:
The Funds, along with certain other Legg Mason Funds, participate in a $400 million line of credit (“Credit Agreement”) to be used for temporary or emergency purposes. Pursuant to the Credit Agreement, each participating Fund is liable only for principal and interest payments related to borrowings made by that Fund. Borrowings under the Credit Agreement bear interest at a rate equal to the prevailing federal funds rate plus the federal funds rate margin. During the six months ended September 30, 2004, the Funds made no borrowings under the Credit Agreement.
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5. Fund Share Transactions:
At September 30, 2004, there were unlimited shares authorized at $.001 par value for all Funds of the Trust. Share transactions were:
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| | 9/30/04 | | 3/31/04 |
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Shares: | | | | | | | | |
| Sold | | | 388 | | | | 1,964 | |
| Reinvestment of Distributions | | | 168 | | | | 289 | |
| Repurchased | | | (846 | ) | | | (2,215 | ) |
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| Net Change | | | (290 | ) | | | 38 | |
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Amount: | | | | | | | | |
| Sold | | $ | 6,395 | | | $ | 32,803 | |
| Reinvestment of Distributions | | | 2,750 | | | | 4,826 | |
| Repurchased | | | (13,857 | ) | | | (36,820 | ) |
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| Net Change | | $ | (4,712 | ) | | $ | 809 | |
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| | Pennsylvania Tax-Free |
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| | Primary Class |
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| | Ended | | Year Ended |
| | 9/30/04 | | 3/31/04 |
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Shares: | | | | | | | | |
| Sold | | | 139 | | | | 842 | |
| Reinvestment of Distributions | | | 68 | | | | 143 | |
| Repurchased | | | (482 | ) | | | (889 | ) |
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| Net Change | | | (275 | ) | | | 96 | |
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Amount: | | | | | | | | |
| Sold | | $ | 2,299 | | | $ | 14,293 | |
| Reinvestment of Distributions | | | 1,116 | | | | 2,414 | |
| Repurchased | | | (7,944 | ) | | | (14,932 | ) |
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| Net Change | | $ | (4,529 | ) | | $ | 1,775 | |
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| | Tax-Free Intermediate |
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| | Primary Class |
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| | Six Months | | |
| | Ended | | Year Ended |
| | 9/30/04 | | 3/31/04 |
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Shares: | | | | | | | | |
| Sold | | | 506 | | | | 1,590 | |
| Reinvestment of Distributions | | | 57 | | | | 101 | |
| Repurchased | | | (616 | ) | | | (1,555 | ) |
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| Net Change | | | (53 | ) | | | 136 | |
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Amount: | | | | | | | | |
| Sold | | $ | 8,083 | | | $ | 25,719 | |
| Reinvestment of Distributions | | | 897 | | | | 1,635 | |
| Repurchased | | | (9,791 | ) | | | (25,116 | ) |
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| Net Change | | $ | (811 | ) | | $ | 2,238 | |
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Notes
Notes
Notes
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Fund Information
Investment Manager
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| Legg Mason Fund Adviser, Inc. Baltimore, MD |
Investment Adviser
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| Legg Mason Trust, fsb Baltimore, MD |
Board of Trustees
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| John F. Curley, Jr., Chairman Mark R. Fetting, President Dr. Ruby P. Hearn Arnold L. Lehman Robin J.W. Masters Dr. Jill E. McGovern Arthur S. Mehlman G. Peter O’Brien S. Ford Rowan Robert M. Tarola |
Officers
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| Marie K. Karpinski, Vice President and Treasurer Gregory T. Merz, Vice President, Secretary and Chief Legal Officer Amy M. Olmert, Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer Erin K. Morris, Assistant Treasurer Richard M. Wachterman, Assistant Secretary |
Transfer and Shareholder Servicing Agent
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| Boston Financial Data Services Braintree, MA |
Custodian
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| State Street Bank & Trust Company Boston, MA |
Counsel
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| Kirkpatrick & Lockhart LLP Washington, DC |
Independent Auditors
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| PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Baltimore, MD |
About the Legg Mason Funds
Legg Mason, Inc., based in Baltimore, Maryland, has built its reputation, at least in part, on the success of the Legg Mason Funds, introduced in 1979. The primary purpose of our funds is to enable investors to diversify their portfolios across various asset classes and, consequently, enjoy the stability and growth prospects generally associated with diversification.
The success of our funds is contingent on the experience, discipline, and acumen of our fund managers. We believe the quality of our managers is crucial to investment success. Unlike many firms, which focus on a particular asset class or the fluctuations of the market, at Legg Mason we focus on providing a collection of top-notch managers in all the major asset classes.
For more information about the differences between the fund share classes included in this report, contact a Legg Mason Financial Advisor.
Information about the policies and procedures that the Funds use to determine how to vote proxies relating to their portfolio securities is contained in the Statement of Additional Information, available without charge upon request by calling 1-800-822-5544 or on the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website (http://www.sec.gov). Information regarding how the Funds voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent twelve-month period ended June 30, 2004 is also available on the SEC’s website or on the Fund’s website at www.leggmasonfunds.com/aboutlmf.
The Funds will file their complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the SEC for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year on Form N-Q. The Fund Form N-Q is available on the SEC’s website or may be reviewed and copied at the SEC’s Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. Information about the operation of the Public Reference Room may be obtained by calling 1-800-SEC-0330.
This report is not to be distributed unless preceded or accompanied by a prospectus.
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Legg Mason Funds For Primary Class Shareholders 800-822-5544 www.leggmasonfunds.com | | Legg Mason Institutional Funds For FI and I Class Shareholders 888-425-6432 www.lminstitutionalfunds.com |
Legg Mason Wood Walker, Incorporated
P.O. Box 1476, Baltimore, MD 21203-1476
410-539-0000
LMF-030
Item 2 — Code of Ethics
Not applicable for semi-annual reports.
Item 3 — Audit Committee Financial Expert
Not applicable for semi-annual reports.
Item 4 — Principal Accountant Fees and Services
Not applicable for semi-annual reports.
Item 5 — Audit Committee of Listed Registrants
Not applicable.
Item 6 — Schedule of Investments
The schedule of investments in securities of unaffiliated issuers is included in the semi-annual report.
Item 7 — Disclosure of Proxy Voting Policies and Procedures
Not applicable.
Item 8 — Purchases of Equity Securities by Closed-End Management Investment Companies and Affiliated Purchasers
Not applicable.
Item 9 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
The Nominating Committee will accept recommendations for nominations from shareholders. Shareholders may forward recommendations to the Fund Secretary at 100 Light Street, 23rd Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202, Attn: Fund Secretary .
Item 10 — Controls and Procedures
| (a) | | The Registrant’s principal executive and principal financial officers have concluded, based on their evaluation of the Registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures as of a date within 90 days of the filing date of this report, that the Registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures are reasonably designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by the Registrant on Form N-CSR is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the required time periods and that information required to be disclosed by the Registrant in the reports that it files or submits on Form N-CSR is accumulated and communicated to the Registrant’s management, including its principal executive and principal financial officers, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. |
| (b) | | There were no changes in the Registrant’s internal control over financial reporting during the Registrant’s last fiscal half-year that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the internal control over financial reporting. |
Item 11 — Exhibits
| (a) | | File the exhibits listed below as part of this Form. |
| (a)(1) | | Not applicable for semi-annual reports. |
| (a)(2) | | Certifications pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 are attached hereto. |
| (b) | | Certifications pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 are attached hereto. |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund
By: /s/ Mark R. Fetting
Mark R. Fetting
President
Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund
Date: 11/22/04
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
By: /s/ Mark R. Fetting
Mark R. Fetting
President
Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund
Date: 11/22/04
By: /s/ Marie K. Karpinski
Marie K. Karpinski
Vice President and Treasurer
Legg Mason Tax-Free Income Fund
Date: 11/22/04