Thank you for the leads.  The device we were looking for is called "Talking
Tape Measure" and it is available from Maxi-Aids for $86.95.  Maxi-Aids
phone number is 800-522-6294.

Janice Sowokinos

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 From: Janice Sowokinos[SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
 Reply To: Janice Sowokinos
 Sent: Monday, May 15, 2000 9:25 AM
 Subject: Talking measurement device

 I received the following information request and don't know the answer.  I
 checked your archives but my search didn't provide any clues.  Can any of
 you help?  Here is the question:

 > We have been snooping for a talking electronic measuring device.
 > You know those things you can buy that you aim and push a button,
 > and then it tells you (visually) the distance to the object or wall
 > you aimed it at?  I am sure I ran across a talking one a while back,
 > but can't remember where or the cost. Do you have any idea where
 > they are available?


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