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To: Douglas V. Fant who wrote (50781)	9/9/1999 6:44:00 PM
From: Think4Yourself	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 95453

Thanks for the feedback Doug. I kind of suspected that might be the case based on the onshore rigs drilling for NG. I'm retired, but I have a brother-in-law in Tulsa looking for a job. He's a purdy big feller too!

To: Douglas V. Fant who wrote (50781)	9/9/1999 8:06:00 PM
From: CommanderCricket	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 95453

"Many veteran workers left the industry and said "To hell with it" in 1997-98. They are not coming back. And it takes time to train new people in what is a very dangerous industry where mistakes may well cost you your life and the lives of those around you." I left the patch in 1983 and said to hell to with it. Never looked back!! I had offers later but it just wasn't as promising than electronics in California. Never lost a finger either <VBG>. I agree, those workers will be tough to replace in this economy. Regards,