<ARTICLE> 5
<LEGEND>
This schedule contains summary information extracted from the Consolidated
Statements of Earnings and Consolidated Balance Sheets on pages 3 and 4, and
footnote three from Page 7, of the Company's Form 10-Q for the period ending
August 31, 1995, and is qualified in its entirety by reference to such financial
statements.
</LEGEND>
       
                             
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<F1>Represents selling, general and administrative expenses.
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