EXHIBIT 12.1
Statement re computation of ratios
(Thousands of Dollars)
Years Ended September 30,
2001 2000 1999 1998
Earnings:
Income from continuing operations 49,214 30,356 17,028 --
Amortization of capitalized interest 171 -- -- --
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Subtotal 49,385 30,356 17,028 --
Add fixed charges:
Interest on long-term debt 3,937 -- -- --
Capitalized interest 8,987 2,559 -- --
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Total Fixed Charges 12,924 2,559 -- --
Total Earnings 62,309 32,915 17,028
Less Interest Capitalized (8,987) (2,559) -- --
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Revised Earnings Subtotal 53,322 30,356 17,028 --
Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges 4.1X 11.9X -- --