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To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 4:04:00 PM
From: Wes Self	Respond to of 41046

Thank you Frank for coming here and making this statement. I am looking forward to the future of this company and could care less what some jokers have to say about FTEL. I, like many, sometimes have to remind myself to be patient. But I have decided to hang in there for the long haul and have put my shares in the closet for now. I also appreciate the more frequent updates on the web page. Wes Self Shareholder

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 4:10:00 PM
From: Mitch Aunger	Respond to of 41046

Frank, THANKS: For your words For your efforts And for your strong attention to the value of our investment. TO: you and all of your employees and teammates FROM: Mitch & Connie Aunger PS. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help!

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 4:11:00 PM
From: adc	Respond to of 41046

thank you Frank your comments are appreciated I only hope more actual facts can be disseminated on this site Tony cove (shareholder)

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 4:30:00 PM
From: KittyCat	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Thank You, Frank Peters Extremely grateful for your post on this thread, along with your clarification and intentions! I personally took high note of these excerpts: "In response to the misleading and tainted information recently brought to my attention by concerned shareholders, I have officially directed our corporate counsel to file for a subpoena requesting the true identity of certain individuals from Silicon Investor. This is part of an on-going investigation to determine whether there has been a deliberate attempt by individuals or groups to influence or manipulate the trading of Franklin Telecommunications Corporation's stock. We will prosecute, to the full extent of the law, anybody attempting to injure our company through slander, libel or manipulation of the market in such a way as to prevent the free and natural trading of our stock-especially when this might result in damage to our shareholders. One last thing I want to share with you: I am still, by a wide margin, the largest shareholder in Franklin Telecom. I have stopped the 144 automatic filings because it has given the impression I was selling stock. I did this because I thought the price would be well over $10 at which point I would have sold a bit. I haven't sold a single share since January. With the prices at the current level, I have instructed my broker to buy more. You could say I don't actually need more Franklin stock, but I believe in putting my money where my mouth is-and in this case, I have a high degree of confidence that my investment is going to pay off." _________ a very thankful Cat... and shareholder.

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 4:42:00 PM
From: topwright	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Frank, Your words have lifted my spirits and strengthened my convictions. Sincerely I thank you. Raleigh & Pam BTW: you may wish to pass this on to your counsel; canoe.ca

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 4:50:00 PM
From: snake	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Mr Peters...I think I can speak on behalf of the investors in the South when I thank you for taking the time to personally address us...99.9% of us on the board and 100% of the shareholders who attended the SHM realize the great potential of Franklin...we are behind your vision SOLIDLY ...best wishes ...

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 4:53:00 PM
From: EARL	Respond to of 41046

THANK YOU Sincerely Earl

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 5:00:00 PM
From: Brian Dittmer	Respond to of 41046

Frank... Your openness, candor and conviction is greatly appreciated. GO FTEL / FNET !!! Brian D

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 5:02:00 PM
From: Martin P. Smith	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Mr. Peters, Many thanks for the post it is very much appreciated. I am a shareholder who is not afraid to admit that they were not happy (sic) to see the 144 filed in Jan (especially its timing, even though I kew it was filed automatically). I was therefore very pleased to see the final lines of your post. "With the prices at the current level, I have instructed my broker to buy more. You could say I don't actually need more Franklin stock, but I believe in putting my money where my mouth is-and in this case, I have a high degree of confidence that my investment is going to pay off." Martin Smith Shareholder since Aug 1996.

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 5:15:00 PM
From: Gordie K	Respond to of 41046

Mr. Peters Thank you for your open and honest appraisal of the past and enthusiastic vision of the future!! Gordie

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 5:40:00 PM
From: Brett S.	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 41046

Mr. Peters, THANK YOU... so very much! We all needed that! A happy shareholder, Brett S.

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 5:41:00 PM
From: Gary R. Owens	Respond to of 41046

Mr. Peters, Thank you and congratulations again to the fine team you have put together. By the way, I love my fnet account! Keep up the good work, the "best shareholders in the world" are 100% behind the "best company in the world". Sincerely, Gary R. Owens owensg@fnet.net

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 6:49:00 PM
From: Darryl McSherry	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Frank, I want to thank you for coming on board to straighten the fact about your company. Your vision on the "IP" phone system is right on target. Even though I have not met you face to face yet, but I will at next shareholders meeting. Just wanted you know my broker got instruction to buy ftel last week from me and I hold a record amount of stock in ftel to date in my personnel account. Just keep your vision going..... Thanks, Darryl

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 7:21:00 PM
From: Rbruss	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Frank, Thank you so very much for your post. You have reaffirmed my positive impressions of you and OUR company. Tonights "Happy Hour" really will be happy! Russ in San Diego

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 8:32:00 PM
From: Paul Hofmann	Respond to of 41046

Dear Mr. Peters, A sincere thank you for your enlightening and inspiring post. And a big thank you for your hard work, consistent vision and flexible outlook. A satisfied shareholder (and very long on Franklin), Paul Hofmann

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 8:41:00 PM
From: STK1	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Dear Mr.Peters We all acknowledge the things that Franklin has done in the past. We also acknowledge all the things We see Franklin doing in the present. We acknowled the things that you have shared with us that encompasses the future dreams soon to be brought to reality by a most competent management team of telecom professionals. You don't need to be Tough Frank To be a great businessman, You don't need to be a businessman to be tough, But It helps to be both some of the time. I thank you for the show of confidence in the removal of the auto filling and the fact that the management will be buying more shares back.That with all the great things that are in store I am sure will soon lift the value of our hard earned investment and our spirits as well. In Closing Mr.Peters Some would go so far as to say that the management and officers of a company such as Franklin should or would not defend itself from outside manipulation via the world wid web and the cyber medium,But as you have seen and from what I and others know and have provided evidence and various links to some info and other incidents proving beyond a shadow of a doubt that this does indeed occur and is as wide spread as the day is long,My conviction is that Franklin should at The very soonest file civil lawsuits on the various named indivuals and seek punative and libelous damages.As a substantial holder and investor in Franklin I emplore you to make a definative and unmovable stance against slanderous and libelous accusations in the criminal attemp to manipulate the Stock of Franklin. THANK YOU Mr. PETERS Charles Slater

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 9:29:00 PM
From: yvonne newman	Respond to of 41046

Thank you Frank Peters....we needed to hear your perspective and the action you intend to take.....best regards Yvonne Newman WLV

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 10:47:00 PM
From: X Y Zebra	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Mr. Peters, Thank you for your post, your information, and your support, in particular to your publicly stated intent to buy back the stock. That alone shows tremendous confidence in the company. I appreciate your words and actions. Sincerely, Z.

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 10:55:00 PM
From: jim bowman	Respond to of 41046

Frank, I appreciate your proactive stand on issues that have been hashed and rehashed on this board. I am very much committed to Franklin with my pocketbook and feel that I have made an excellent investment, especially after reading today's post. Keep up the good work. You are a winner. Best Regards, Jim Bowman

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/11/1998 11:44:00 PM
From: Seth L.	Respond to of 41046

Thank you Frank EOM

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 12:38:00 AM
From: Larrie Woods	Respond to of 41046

BRAVO FRANK, BRAVO With many thanks, Larrie (Bravo as in "well done")

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 12:42:00 AM
From: Ward W. Ward	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Thank you Frank for setting folks straight. Sometimes it's good to get mad and even. You are doing what you said you would do; building a global telecommunications company. I believed you in 1994 and I believe you more than ever today. By the way, I'm buying more FTEL also. Keep up the good work. Bill Ward

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 2:36:00 AM
From: bareskiis	Respond to of 41046

THANK YOU FRANK!!.....your words, actions, and dreams are becoming reality......I for one, Thank you and your staff!!!!! Keep up the great work!!!!! The updates on Webpage, this "letter" (or declaration of WAR) or "HOUSTON, WE HAVE LIFTOFF!!"......whichever way you look at it, OUR VINDICATION IS NEAR!!! MY HAT IS OFF TO YOU ......TO FRANK AND COMPANY!!! THANK YOU!! BATTINGDOWNTHEHATCHESbare

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 2:49:00 AM
From: rd greer	Respond to of 41046

Mr. Peters, I definitely appreciate your time, thoughts, and intent in crafting that post. I can't right now decide which makes me happier -- the first couple of paragraphs, or the rest of the message. I guess I'll just be thankful for both parts of it. Good luck, and may the wind be at (y)our backs. rd greer

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 9:42:00 AM
From: Robert Mustic	Respond to of 41046

Frank, Thanks for your comments to your shareholders. As a 5 year believer in FTEL I must say that I'm "chomping" at the bit to see FTEL/FNET get the recognition it deserves in the Financial community. I feel confident it will happen and when it does the folks at WLV will be able to say "We told you so"... Regards, Bob Mustic

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 9:47:00 AM
From: Neil Wicker	Respond to of 41046

Great Note, You made my Day. Thank you Frank. EOM

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 10:15:00 AM
From: Bebe June Morris	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Mr. Peters: As a shareholder for many years, and one who has bought more on many occasions, including last week, I was very excited, to say the least, at reading post #35862. I have never completely understood all the technological things you have in the works, but I am savvy enough to know they did sound impressive. I will admit that there have been times when doubtful thoughts have crept into my mind, but I have always gone to your homepage and reread your message and would always get reinspired. There is nothing quite like reading it direct from the horse's mouth on SI, and I do want you to know that I appreciate it, and it is comforting to know that you DO care about your shareholders. I know that there are many who have been freightened out of their investment because of the negative posts they have read on this thread, and that is very unfortunate. I have convinced many of my friends over the years to pick up shares of Franklin, and I am sure they have doubted me when I have told them recently to hang in there. We will all be anxiously awaiting the day the switch is turned on. Thank you again for lifting our spirits. Bebe Morris

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 11:55:00 AM
From: Bruce Hoyt	Respond to of 41046

Frank, thanks for the post. It is exciting and uplifting for those of us who have been stockholders in Franklin for a long time to see you get so excited about the state of Franklin's progress in this post and in your newest Chairman's Message. And keep those FNet expansion releases coming, I suspect they are leading us to a killer IPO and I'm ready for it<g>. Bruce Hoyt - FTEL/FNet shareholder

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 12:08:00 PM
From: STK_SWAMI	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 41046

Mr. Peters, Your saber rattling and chest pounding response is very unusual. Most CEO's let their rev's growth and profits speak for them but in this case I guess you have no choice. Additionally, informing us that you're a buyer at these levels and expected the stk to be at 10 is another way for the CEO to pump and dump. However, since you opened the forum, can you please tell us about any problems with the IPgateway that's you've encountered? And I don't mean additional feature requests-lol.

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 12:17:00 PM
From: rao s piratla	Respond to of 41046

Frank, Thanx for uplifting our confidence in our Company FTEL. Rao & Rema (Holders since 1995)

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 1:46:00 PM
From: gunther	Respond to of 41046

Thank you Mr. Peters, for your reassuring post. As a long term holder I appreciate your efforts as well as Ftel's staff in creating a new generation telco. It was assuring to find that share holders and their sentiments also hold an important place in your vision for Ftel. Best regards and long on Ftel Gunther.

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 2:00:00 PM
From: Ray Burke	Respond to of 41046

Frank, As a long time shareholder of FTEL, I thank you for your recent post. I find it reassuring that you have taken the time to speak to some shareholder concerns. I would like to thank you also for your vision to have Franklin positioned to take advantage of the Global IP Telephony opportunities that exist at this time. With the first class leadership team you have assembled we should be on the cutting edge as IP Telephony accelerates in the near future! In view of the recent progress and news from WLV, I now begin to understand the need for the massive capacity of the OC-24 cable that you had installed in August 1996. Talk about vision and planning, to me that says it all. Thanks, and may our fiber always be near capacity! Ray, Deb, & Family

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 2:46:00 PM
From: semi-recumbent	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Frank Peters, thanks for taking the time to post here on S.I. Due to personal needs I sold my FTEL position several months ago at higher prices. As my finances settled out recently, I am thinking about reinvesting in the company. Your renewed commitment to the company re not filing to sell shares has given me the necessary confidence to begin re-establishing a position in FTEL. Sam Osborn

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 3:10:00 PM
From: VALUESPEC	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 41046

Dear Frank Peters, you did not, as I recall, identify yourself. Are you the Frank Peters who is CEO of FTEL? Your letter sounds like hot air. We will see how much money your company loses in the upcoming quarters. Last quarter you lost about $ 1.4 million. How much cash do you have? At that rate how long will your cash last? Will you have another private placement when funds get low? You appear to despise me for stating your recent record? How recent is recent? Is five years too recent for you? Were you talking more than six years ago? FTEL has not had revenues of over $ 2.6 million since before 1992 ! Why are you talking about $ 50,000,000 in revenues from way back when. That was WAY then and this is now, isn't it? Please review the following revenue/net income loss which I compiled for your convenience: FTEL Earnings for the Fiscal Yrs Ended June '92 to June '97 STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS DATA (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT PER SHARE DATA): (UNAUDITED) YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, ................... 1992......1993.......1994.......1995......1996....1997 Sales......... $ 2,401...$ 2,512...$ 1,241...$ 1,481...$430....$1,735 Net inc. (loss). $ (1,473) $ 120 $ (485) $ (160) $ (1,467) $ (2,824) Net loss per common share........... $ (.26)...$ 0.02...$ (0.08)...$ (0.02)...$ (0.14)...$ (.23) Weighted average number of shares outstanding- 1992: 5,661,512 1993: 5,736,512 1994: 5,753,589 1995: 6,475,984 1996: 10,279,281 1997: 12,267,991 The source of this information was was the April 9,1997 S-1 for the years 1992 to 1996: edgar-online.com The source of this information was the Oct 1, 1997 S-1 for the year 1997: edgar-online.com You can find those past six years, plus other quarterly information at: valuespec.com Frank your dreams verse reality seem to be at odds. You can sue me. You can argue with me, but the future will either vindicate me or not. Tyranny thrives in ignorance and only if it it has a heavy enough hand to quiet the freedom of speech. When that speech is honest, but embarrassing, it should never be denied its voice. Frank, what happened to the Intrine order? Where is the storm of sales from the demos? I might also add that to blame me for FTEL's stock drop is pathetic. FTEL: $ 2.44a VALUESPEC "May the future vindicate my words"

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 3:23:00 PM
From: VALUESPEC	Respond to of 41046

<<For example I have recently been made aware of a message that stated Franklin Telecommunications Corp. has reinvented itself for years and years, coming up with little or nothing to show for it.>> You seem to agree with me that Franklin is reinventing itself, and yet you have a problem with that statement? Look at your past record for the last six years ! Your revenues are small. You haven't made money in all those years. You continue to disappoint us via the Intrine order (did you sell some stock around the period of that announcement. The price hit ten dollars around that time). What happened to the FNET IPO. I was expecting that last year, or this year by June 30th. What about the private placement holdings? Do you think the dynamics of that are increasing supply and making the stock go lower? Frank, why didn't you include an e-mail address directly to your company? Why didn't you specifically state the you are CEO of Franklin? Frank, I doubt the CEO of a corportation would want to start a public debate. If you want to do something like sue me, I suggest that you do it first and then announce it second. Are you just hoping that your threats will make your stock go up (whoever you are)? Frank, the truth won't be denied. I will now take steps to insure that more information on FTEL is released. If you think I release anything incorrect, please state so and I will be glad to correct it, as I usually do. I don't ever remember getting an e-mail from you. FTEL: $ 2.44a VALUESPEC "the furture will either vindicate my words or not"

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 4:29:00 PM
From: Dana French	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Thank you, Mr Peters. Dana French

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 10:37:00 PM
From: Roger Lewis	Respond to of 41046

Thank you Mr. Peters. Much appreciated. Best wishes and good luck to you.. Roger (eom)

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/12/1998 10:55:00 PM
From: elk	Respond to of 41046

Mr Peters, Thank you for the years of dedication and inspiration, vision and integrity, they are all without equal. Those of us who have followed the trials and tribulations of this company know that none have felt the burden more than yourself, and that the past is what drives us to the future, and helps us to achieve the extraordinary. The way has not been easy, nor would we have chosen it if it were. If it were easy, anyone could do it! Maybe we will succeed in our shared goal and maybe we will fail, but I am here for the whole enchilda. Best of Fortunes to all of us Buying Shareholders<GGGG>

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/13/1998 9:32:00 AM
From: Marvin Mansky	Respond to of 41046

Thanks, Frank. What a nice way to start the day. Marvin

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	7/13/1998 10:50:00 AM
From: Smilodon	Read Replies (4) \| Respond to of 41046

A post like this only encourages selling your stock. I had never heard of your company before this, and have no position in it. If you feel the need to fight those who have a negative opinion of your company with legal action instead of sales and profits, you are a fool. I am an institutional investor and professional short seller. If your stock was marginable, you would be on the top of my list for due diligence for shorting. Good management focuses on the business. Take care of your company, and the stock price will take care of itself.

To: Frank W. Peters who wrote (35862)	9/28/1998 7:13:00 PM
From: Noneyet	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 41046

Frank and All, As I'm usually the bearer of bad news, Im sure you'll like this. I could not believe what I was hearing. I got in my car this evening about 5:30 est, I normally listen to WFAN AM 660 ( New York ), which is a very popular sports station. At any rate about 5:40 an ad comes on and lo & behold, it's Fnet, as I'm sure you know, the ad was two parents talking to their child, encouraging her to make international long distance calls. The ad spoke of the rates and savings, and needless to say, even I was impressed. It was done very well,( possibly could have mentioned the number more often ). The time of day and the station you choose were even well planned and so was it's content. The long & short of it was no less than impressive. Excellent move Frank. Good Luck, You certainly got my attention and turned my head with that ad, Best Regards, Tom