Subject: File #S7-18-96 Date: 5/5/97 7:52 AM I support the proposed use of Profiles and Streamlined Prospectuses to inform investors. ----------- Len Schwer Schwer Engineering & Consulting Services lschwer@sonic.net 6122 Aaron Court www.sonic.net/~lschwer/ Windsor CA 95492-8651 (707)541-3906/3909 (V/F) 707-837-0958 (H)