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This schedule contains summary financial information extracted from the
condensed consolidated balance sheet at March 31, 1997 (unaudited) and the
condensed consolidated statement of income for the three months ended March 31,
1997 (unaudited) and is qualified in its entirety by reference to such said
financial statements.
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