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This schedule contains summary financial information extracted from
the condensed consolidated balance sheet at March 31, 1996 (unaudited)
and the condensed consolidated statement of income for the three months
ended March 31, 1996 (unaudited) and is qualified in its entirety by 
reference to such said financial statements.
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