From: Dave Smith [d.smith@tconl.com] Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2003 11:36 AM To: rule-comments@sec.gov Subject: BOX - SR-BSE-2002-15 September 3, 2003 Mr. Jonathan G. Katz, Secretary Securities and Exchange Commission 450 Fifth Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20549-0609 VIA: EMAIL DELIVERY Mr. Katz, Please allow my comments on the above referenced matter to be of the "yes, it's about time something of this nature came along" variety. After having read the BOX system rules, I am in complete and total concurrence that the aforementioned system will best provide individuals with a level playing field in their quest to be treated evenly and fairly in the equity markets. Should you wish to discuss this matter with me personally, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience. Cordially, David D. Smith 6019 South 157th Circle Omaha, NE 68135