Date:    1/6/98  2:02 PM
Subject: S7-25-97

Dear Mr. Katz.
     
     As a chareholder in a number of corporations, I am completely opposed to
the SEC's new proposed rules (S7-25-97). These rules destroy the ability of 
almost all shareholders to participate in a responsible shareholder 
resolution process.
 
     Please stop these rules from going forward.  Reverse Cracker Barrel but
allow the existing rules to stand or develop rules that will better protect 
shareholder rights. 

     
Sincerely, 
     
Rev. Kathryn K. Stevens
399 W. Oxbow Road
Shelburne Falls, Ma. 01370
email: songline50@aol.com