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                          PUTNAM ASSET ALLOCATION FUNDS
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                           PUTNAM CLASSIC EQUITY FUND
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                           PUTNAM EQUITY INCOME FUND
                           PUTNAM EUROPE EQUITY FUND
                        THE GEORGE PUTNAM FUND OF BOSTON
                              PUTNAM FUNDS TRUST
                          PUTNAM GLOBAL EQUITY FUND
                      PUTNAM GLOBAL NATURAL RESOURCES FUND
                      THE PUTNAM FUND FOR GROWTH AND INCOME
                          PUTNAM HEALTH SCIENCES TRUST
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                           PUTNAM INVESTMENT FUNDS
                         PUTNAM NEW OPPORTUNITIES FUND
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                         PUTNAM TAX SMART FUNDS TRUST
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                                               John A. Hill

                                               The Putnam Funds
                                               Chairman of the Trustees

                                               One Post Office Square
                                               Boston, Massachusetts 02109

The Putnam Funds

Dear Shareholder:

We recently mailed you a proxy statement requesting your vote on
proposals that affect the management of your Putnam fund. Our records
show that we have not yet received your completed ballot. We have
included another copy of the proxy ballot and a postage-paid return
envelope for your convenience.

Your vote is important to us. We appreciate the time and consideration I
am sure you will give these important matters. If you have any questions
about the proposals, please call 1-877-832-6360 or consult your
financial advisor.

Sincerely,

/s/ John A. Hill
John A. Hill, Chairman

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