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<ARTICLE> 5
<LEGEND>
This schedule contains summary financial information extracted from the
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet and Statement of Income as of and
for the three month period ended October 31, 1998 and is qualified in its
entirety by reference to such financial statements.
</LEGEND>
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