Author: "Stewart Masters" at Internet Date: 12/14/1999 8:38 PM Subject: File # S 7-24-99 As an investor I would like to add my voice to those who believe that shorting rules be consistant in all exchanges including OTCBB, NYSE,NASDEC, AMEX,etc. Also, it would be best that the uptick rule be kept in as to prevent unfair practices by those who short Thank you for your deep consideration to this matter.