Alfredo (bless him for his optimism) writes on Fri, 9 Nov 2001 23:33:42 -
0700

> I look forward to the future and I hope that Jim's concerns (which
> are shared by thousands all over the world) will be properly
> addressed soon.  Wirt has given us tantalizing glimpses into what
> *might* happen, but I look forward to the day when things *will*
> happen.

Alfredo,

Please forgive me, but what Wirt reported is in the category of what
DID happen! There was a voice mail from Winston Prather that
announced to HP folks the death sentence that Wirt details all too
accurately! I have confirmation of this from another HP source.

It is time for us to act on what HAS happened, and what that
portends for our future -- not the optimistic belief (that I once shared)
that HP could not make such an irrational decision!

I for one will contribute my time, and money to Wirt's proposed open
MPE project!

Take care,
frank
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