Thanks. Sorry I've been too busy to write, but there's always '99!
DDeBar
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> From: F. Leon Wilson <[log in to unmask]>
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: [CHOMSKY] Sincerest wishes
> Date: Friday, December 11, 1998 6:05 AM
>
> Chomsky Members:
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> As 1998 rapidly comes to a close, please receive both my thanks for being
> a part of this forum and my sincerest wishes for a joyous holiday season
> and a prosperous New Year!
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> There are many topics I hope to address in the coming days.
>
> F. Leon
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> F. Leon Wilson
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