<ARTICLE> 5
<LEGEND>
The schedule contains summary financial information extracted from the
consolidated condensed balance sheets and consolidated condensed statements of
income and is qualified in its entirety by reference to such statements.
</LEGEND>

                             
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<FN>
<F1>This amount is not disclosed in the financial statements and thus a value of
zero has been shown for purposes of this financial data schedule.
</FN>