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To: goldsnow who wrote (24443)	12/16/1998 9:45:00 PM
From: Sawdusty	Respond to of 116927

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To: goldsnow who wrote (24443)	12/17/1998 1:44:00 AM
From: John Mansfield	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 116927

'HOW BANKS WILL RATION YOUR CASH In last Friday's alert, we predicted that cash would be rationed at some point in 1999 or 2000. Most people think this isn't possible, largely because they think banks have no way to actually enact cash rationing. But they do! ATMs currently have daily cash limits. In order to ration cash, the process is actually very simple: 1) Lower the daily ATM limit to $100 (or whatever daily cash limit they want) 2) Require all cash withdrawals to go through the ATMs This solves several problems (from the bank's point of view, anyway). First, it avoids the long lines in the bank lobby -- you know, the kind of lines that cause people to panic. Instead, the lines will form outside the ATM machines. Second, it requires NO NEW PROGRAMMING to accomplish. All it takes is a lowering of the daily cash limit, which is probably an easy-to-configure parameter for the banks. This could easily be accomplished in a matter of days. Perhaps in 24 hours. The workaround, of course, would be to move your money to multiple bank accounts, then you can meet your daily cash limit at each bank. This automatically leads to one important bit of advice for Y2K financial survival: diversify. Having your money in two banks is safer than having it all in one. And if cash withdrawal restrictions go into place as described above, you'll have access to twice the cash. Guess who already thought of that? Russian citizens, of course. They've been playing the bank games for years. With cash limits already in place, and the failure of banks a common event, smart Russian citizens regularly split their (meager) deposits among multiple banks. From: www.y2knewswire.com

To: goldsnow who wrote (24443)	12/17/1998 8:28:00 AM
From: Alex	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 116927

HO HO HO............... 12/17/98 - Durex Consumer Products Answers Consumer Request for Holiday Gifts of Gold <Picture> ATLANTA (Dec. 17) BW HEALTHWIRE -Dec. 17, 1998-- All-New Durex Gold Condom Makes Unique Holiday Stocking Stuffer Throughout history, gold has been considered a high-quality commodity or an intimate gift item for someone special. A frequent expression of love, gold sales remain high during the holiday season. This December, Durex Consumer Products offers a special gift of gold with its all-new Durex Gold lubricated condoms. Known for its innovative products which promote intimacy and enjoyment, Durex Consumer Products is stuffing stockings with the premier holiday "accessory" for loved ones - Durex Gold. Following a "rich" tradition of DUrability, Reliability and EXcellence, Durex condoms satisfy consumer needs for products that provide sexual enjoyment as well as protection. In light of increased consumer desire for gold during the holiday season, Durex Gold condoms are an intimate holiday gift for loved ones that have been "Naughty" or "Nice." Packaged in a unique medallion shaped container, Durex Gold is currently available at most major drugstores nationwide. Durex Gold may be purchased in packs containing three or six gold-colored medallions or in festive assorted color packs containing red, green and blue medallions. "As a company, the gift of safer sex is one of the most important things we can commit to this holiday season," said Tom Grant, president of Durex Consumer Products. "Just as gold is a symbol of love and affection, condoms are the perfect way to protect your loved ones throughout the year." Launched in conjunction with the all-new Durex brand in October 1998, Durex Gold condoms are uniquely packaged to resemble gold coins, making them convenient to carry. Their peel-off lids also make them easy to open. Oriented with the reservoir end in the upright position, Durex Gold condoms are "heads up" every time for easier application. Durex Consumer Products is a division of London International Group, Inc., a subsidiary of London International Group plc. of Great Britain, the manufacturer of Durex, the world"s leading condom brand. Backed by more than 70 years of sexual health experience Durex condoms are sold in more than 140 countries around the world and hold a 21 percent share of the global condom market. In addition to Durex condoms, London International Group produces a range of leading healthcare, consumer and industrial products. NOTE TO EDITORS: VISUALS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST