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To: charred who wrote (10069)	9/14/1999 6:14:00 PM
From: grampa	Respond to of 10836

Any idea why all the volume today??

To: charred who wrote (10069)	9/15/1999 9:15:00 AM
From: tanoose	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 10836

Hello charred; I see you have been hanging out at RB now?? Hey this ones for you?? ble.net Placer Dome appoints Jay Taylor as president Placer Dome Inc PDG Shares issued 401,026,082 Sep 14 close $14.75 Wed 15 Sept 99 News Release Mr. John Willson reports Placer Dome Inc. has appointed Jay K. Taylor as president of the corporation. John Willson remains chief executive officer until he steps down by the company's next annual general meeting at which time Mr. Taylor will assume the duties of chief executive officer. Mr. Taylor was also appointed to the board of directors. "I'm delighted by the board's decision for succession," said Mr. Willson, chief executive officer. "As a member of Placer Dome's executive team, Jay has played a key role in Placer Dome's achievement as a worldwide leader in the gold industry. I am confident that he has both the vision and depth of operational experience to assume the leadership of Placer Dome when I step down." Mr. Taylor, age 53, joined Placer Development Limited, a predecessor company, in 1972. Most recently, he held the position of executive vice-president, Placer Dome North America. Previously, he held positions as president and CEO of Placer Dome United States, and president and CEO of Placer Dome Latin America, where he directed Placer Dome's first venture into Chile in 1989. A graduate of the University of British Columbia, Mr. Taylor holds a master of engineering in mining and a bachelor of applied science in geological engineering. "I am proud to have the opportunity to lead such a great company whose success is due to our outstanding people and assets," said Mr. Taylor. "Under John's leadership, we have tripled our reserves, seen a dramatic improvement in the quality of our mine portfolio, achieved a better cost structure, and revamped our business focus and corporate culture. I look forward to delivering on our commitment to building value for our shareholders." Placer Dome also appointed Donald Rose, corporate secretary, to the board of directors effective immediately. In order to comply with the Canada Business Corporations Act an additional Canadian director must be added to the bard. WARNING: The company relies on litigation protection for "forward-looking" statements. (c) Copyright 1999 Canjex Publishing Ltd. canada-stockwatch.com With regards;Frank