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Re: RE: Don't report getting squirted by a kid, go to jail.
by Drifter 20 Jun '01

20 Jun '01

It almost looks like a very well done satire site.... ----- Original Message ----- From: "Paul E. Robichaux" <paul(a)robichaux.net> To: <cypherpunks(a)lne.com> Sent: Wednesday, June 20, 2001 1:15 PM Subject: CDR: RE: Don't report getting squirted by a kid, go to jail. > First hint: there's no notfauna.com > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: Jon Beets [mailto:Jon.Beets@pacer.com] > > Sent: Wednesday, June 20, 2001 11:41 AM > > To: cypherpunks(a)cyberpass.net > > Subject: Re: Don't report getting squirted by a kid, go to jail. > > > > I went to that link and read the entire article and I have some real > > doubts > > to its accuracy.... > > > > Jon Beets > > Pacer Communications >

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Investors Edge Newsletter
by InvestorsEdge ListServer 20 Jun '01

20 Jun '01

[BG Capital Group] June 20, 2001 Volume 1 Issue 2 [Image] Dear Investor Over the last year, investors have often suffered through the daily roller coaster of the stock market, a roller coaster whose wheels rest soundly in the tech sector. Investors have been watching their positions dwindle as common sense returned to the market and words like revenues and earnings once again had meaning. Today, the market seems abuzz with the pursuit of a catchy phrase, upside potential. We assume that means future profitability and growth. In contrast to the carefree tech run of the recent past, upside potential must now be combined with a sturdy business plan tested over more than a quarter. You just cant add dot com to a word and hand it to the public. So, while investors still welcome the sex appeal of a story that could be the next eBay, logical investors are also finding enthusiasm for companies with balance sheets that confirm their business plans. We believe weve found a company with just that sort of promise. The Neptune Society (OTC: BB: NTUN) is a company entrenched in an industry that many of us never realized was quite so profitable, though ultimately, all of us will eventually need. What does this company do? Well, more than likely youve seen the ads on television. The Neptune Society provides cremation services in the death care industry; an industry that locks in profits on Pre-Need revenues, an industry on the cusp of the aging Baby Boomer generation. The Neptune Society is a company with a record of predictable, positive income results based on a $40 million trust, 55,000 active contracts, and nearly 1,500 appointments scheduled for goods and services every month. According to Neptune chief operating officer (COO) David Schroeder, The Neptune Society has come a very long way. As a whole, we are very encouraged by our sales. Our revenues are up, our operating efficiency has improved, and we set a record in May for Pre-Need sales and cash collected. Another important factor in our success is in our market share. Across the industry, some companies have experienced up to a 12 percent drop in market share while our market share has increased two to five percent. Our unique management and marketing structure has been extremely effective in delivering results. Lou Fischler, a top analyst at Banyan Capital Markets, has written an in-depth research report his firm has issued to initiate coverage on The Neptune Society. He took time to talk to us this week. The company has a good story to tell. Management took a fragmented group of partnerships and unified them into one efficient, consolidated, public company. Taking over the operations and financially engineering them into one operating company is impressive. They can now start to focus on accelerating their marketing, producing growth, and implementing their business model. The companys true operating adjusted cash-flow for the first quarter was approximately $500,000. Now with its operating structure firmly in place, it is positioned to concentrate more of its resources to drive Pre-Need sales and generate more and more cash flow. Because of Neptunes revenue recognition policy and significant non-cash expenses, its reported financial results tend to understate its real operating performance. As a result, cash flow is more relevant in determining value than net earnings for this company. The management at the Neptune Society has jumped some very high hurdles and landed on its feet. The company is a major player in its industry and its year-over-year numbers are outstanding. Sound Interesting? Take a look at these bullet points: The Neptune Society offers new investors and current shareholders a fundamentally sound business model and four unique elements that are significant to growth. EXISTING ASSETS When the trust was established in 1988 its beginning marker was $0. In 1994 it had risen to $16 million and now, in 2001, the total pre-funded cremation arrangements exceed $40 million. With Neptune's continued expansion, estimates for the fund are $74 million by 2004. SALES The trust supports a growing bottom line. Cremation costs 50-80% less than traditional burials and Pre-Need contracts at the Neptune Society have grown at an annual compound rate of 32.7% from 1998 to 2000 with a historical cancellation rate for Pre-Need services at less than one percent. REVENUES In addition to the companys main channels of revenues, the Neptune Society also benefits from sales that include registration services like a travel rider that ranges from $50-300, and is immediately recognized as revenue and an 8% interest charge in California and Oregon on Pre-Need installment programs SOLID MANAGEMENT During the past two years, a talented group of four senior executives has been recruited to operate Neptune. Collectively, these executives possess substantial functional expertise and over 100 years of combined experience in the cremation industry. Marco Markin became the first member of Neptune current management team when he became a member of Neptunes Board of Directors in June 1999 and its President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in September 1999. David L. Schroeder was recruited to be Neptunes Chief Operating Officer (COO) on June 1, 2000, and became a Director and its Secretary in November 2000. Rodney M. Bagley became a Director, the Chief Financial Officer and the Treasurer of Neptune in November 2000. Gary I. Harris became Neptunes National Sales Manager and a Director in March 2000. [Image] Contact The Neptune Society Management: Marco Markin, President & CEO Corporate Headquarters 3500 W. Olive Suite # 1430 Burbank, CA 91505 Telephone: 888-637-8863 E-mail: info(a)neptunesociety.com Visit The Neptune Society on the Web:Click here We welcome investors to keep an eye on the Neptune Society. Watch for a research report to be issued by Banyan Capital Markets. We invite you to investigate the Neptune Society, trading symbol NTUN, by using the following links. Links to more information: Recent SEC Filings click here Click here for Financial Chart For Trading Technicals click here For current stock quote click here Disclaimer: The information contained herein is based on news releases or other reports written and disseminated entirely by the subject company. Any information, opinions or analysis regarding the subject company to which Investors Edge has provided a link or other detail are provided by sources believed to be reliable but no representation, expressed or implied, is made as to its accuracy, completeness or correctness. This report is for information purposes only and should not be used as the basis for any investment decision. Although Investors Edge has not been compensated for dissemination and posting of this information, Investors Edge, its owners, agents affiliates and employees may from time to time have either a long or short position in securities mentioned. This constitutes a conflict of interest as to our ability to remain objective in our communication regarding the subject company. Write or call Investors Edge for detailed disclosure as required by Rule 17b of the Securities Act of 1933/1934. Investors Edge and its owners, agents and employees are not investment advisors and this report is not investment advice. This information is neither a solicitation to buy nor an offer to sell securities. Information contained herein contains forward-looking statements and is subject to significant risks and uncertainties, which will affect the results. The opinions contained herein reflect our current judgment and are subject to change without notice. Information contained herein may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written consent of Investors Edge (Copyright 2001.) Safe Harbor Statement: This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Readers/Investors are cautioned that the forward- looking statements are inherently uncertain, including statements related to the Companys business strategy, success of its acquisitions, its ability to integrate its current business strategies into its existing operations and the Companys expectations for future success. Actual performance and results of operations may differ materially from those projected or suggested. The forward-looking statements contained herein represent the Companys judgment as of the date of this release, and the Company cautions the reader not to place undue reliance on such statements. These forward-looking statements should not be reprinted, reiterated nor considered an inducement for investment. Copyright © 2001 Investors Edge --- You are currently subscribed to investorsedge as: cypherpunks(a)algebra.com To unsubscribe send a blank email to leave-investorsedge-1655339N(a)lyris.investorsedge.net

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Breaking News!!!
by Stocknight ListServer 20 Jun '01

20 Jun '01

[Stocknight.com] [Image] [Image] Issue 8 June 20, 2001 Editor's Note [Image] Today, StockNight brings to you a substantial press release from a company with a business plan a little different from those we normally feature. The release, issued close to the end of trading today, announces the listing of The Neptune Society on the OTC bulletin board. The company had been trading on the Pink Sheets in the $5 range before this long awaited announcement. The Neptune Society (otcbb: NTUN). [Image] Headquartered in Burbank, CA., The Neptune Society Inc. is one of North America's largest cremation specialists, and is the only publicly traded company dealing solely in cremation services. The Neptune Society, operating for nearly three decades with locations in California, Florida, New York, Washington, Iowa, Oregon and Arizona has provided thousands of cremation services and currently has close to 60,000 active contracts and nearly $40 million in trust in its unique Pre-Need program. The Neptune Society's goal is to provide a simple, dignified and economic alternative to the traditional funeral burial service system. Breaking News [Image] The Neptune Society Receives Approval on Its Form 211. Company Now Listed on the OTC Bulletin Board. BURBANK, Calif., June 20 -- The Neptune Society (OTC Bulletin Board: NTUN), one of the country's largest publicly traded cremation specialists, announced today that the Form 211 that has been filed by Herzog Heine Geduld, a Merrill Lynch Company, has been approved and The Neptune Society has returned to trading on the National Association Securities Dealers Over-The-Counter Bulletin Board. The Neptune Society Inc. is one of North America's largest cremation specialists, and is the only publicly traded company with a business strategy that focuses solely on providing cremation services. The Company believes its competitive strategy coupled with a selective acquisition and expansion program will enable the Company to establish itself as a leader in the cremation service industry and maximize shareholder value. Neptune's plan is to become the largest and most trusted name in the cremation service industry. During the last 12 months, the Company completed three strategic acquisition/mergers in Washington, Oregon and Iowa and opened one new office in the Seattle, Washington area, resulting in a market presence serving approximately five million people in Washington, Oregon and Iowa. As a result of these acquisitions, the Neptune Society now has a market presence in seven different states, including California, Florida and New York. The Neptune Society is currently planning two additional ``start-up'' locations, which are anticipated to be opened this year. The targeted market areas have a total population in excess of another two and one half million people. In addition, the Company is examining four new states as possible locations for ``start-up'' locations during 2002. The Company believes that continued growth and development of The Neptune Society brand name will assist the Company in achieving its goal of becoming the largest provider of cremation services in the United States. An added benefit to the Portland, Oregon transaction is that The Apogee Companies, Inc. has become a major shareholder in the Neptune Society. Roy P. Disney (of the Disney family), and Apogee's Chairman said, ``We will miss having CMC as one of our Apogee Companies, but we are looking forward to becoming part of a much bigger effort with our new friends down the street at Neptune.'' Marco Markin, President and CEO of the Neptune Society, said, ``I am happy that the Neptune Society is now a full reporting company with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and more importantly with the growth that Neptune has achieved over the last 18 months. Market share in Washington, Oregon and Iowa has surpassed our expectations and we foresee continued growth in these states.'' For further information regarding Neptune Society contact: Gary R. Loffredo, Director (800) 535-7935 www.neptunesociety.com Headquartered in Burbank, CA., The Neptune Society Inc. is one of North America's largest cremation specialists, and is the only publicly traded company dealing solely in cremation services. The Neptune Society, operating for nearly three decades with locations in California, Florida, New York, Washington, Iowa, Oregon and Arizona has provided thousands of cremation services and currently has close to 60,000 active contracts and nearly $40 million in trust in its unique Pre-Need program. The Neptune Society's goal is to provide a simple, dignified and economic alternative to the traditional funeral burial service system. Disclaimer: This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Readers/Investors are cautioned that the forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, including statements related to the Company's business strategy, success of its acquisitions, its ability to implement its current business and growth strategies, the ability to implement acquisitions and start up offices into its existing operations, its ability to obtain sufficient financing to fund its proposed growth, the Company's ability to develop its brand name and effectively market its services and the Company's expectations for future success. Actual performance and results of operations may differ materially from those projected or suggested. The forward-looking statements contained herein represent the Company's judgment as of the date of this release, and the Company cautions the reader not to place undue reliance on such statements. These forward-looking statements should not be reprinted, reiterated nor considered an inducement for investment. SOURCE: The Neptune Society Related links, Due Diligence & Financials: The Neptune Society Corporate Home Page (Note: Sometimes the transition to the bulletin board can cause confusion in viewing quotes online for the first few days. Either of these links should provide quotes on NTUN as of course can your broker.) NTUN Quote and More Another NTUN Quote & Data Source Question of the Day: It was reported today that Osama Bin Laden has planned to kill President Bush. Should the U.S. take more aggressive steps to apprehend him? Click here to comment. Disclaimer & Safe Harbor Statement: SafeHarbor: This fact sheet contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of the 1934. These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as may, could, expected to and believes. Actual events or performance involve risks and uncertainties that could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements include competition, themanagement of our growth and the ability to deliver new products to market on time. Such forward-looking statements are subject to other risks and uncertainties, which are detailed in the Companys filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Disclaimer: StockNight.com is owned by Market Pathways Financial Relations Incorporated (MP). The information contained herein is based on a news release or other report written and disseminated entirely by the subject company, Any information, opinions or analysis regarding the subject company to which StockNight.com has provided a link or other detail are provided by sources believed to be reliable but no representation, expressed or implied, is made as to its accuracy, completeness or correctness. This report is for information purposes only and should not be used as the basis for any investment decision. MP has been compensated for dissemination and posting of this information and owns 12,000 shares of NTUN common stock (provided by BG Capital), which it received as compensation for its services past and present. This constitutes a conflict of interest as to our ability to remain objective in our communication regarding the subject company. Write or call MP for detailed disclosure as required by Rule 17b of the Securities Act of 1933/1934. MP and its owners, agents and employees are not an investment advisor and this report is not investment advice. This information is neither a solicitation to buy nor an offer to sell securities. Information contained herein contains forward-looking statements and is subject to significant risks and uncertainties, which will affect the results. The opinions contained herein reflect our current judgment and are subject to change without notice. MP and its affiliates, associates and employees from time to time may have either a long or short position in securities mentioned. Information contained herein may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written consent of Market Pathways Financial Relations Incorporated (Copyright 2001.). --- You are currently subscribed to stocknight as: cypherpunks(a)algebra.com To unsubscribe send a blank email to leave-stocknight-163101P(a)lyris.stocknight.com

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FBI security...again
by George＠Orwellian.Org 20 Jun '01

20 Jun '01

http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/national/AP-FBI-Arrest.html # # June 20, 2001 F.B.I. Analyst Arrested for Selling Information # to Mafia # # Filed at 4:03 p.m. ET # # LAS VEGAS (AP) -- An FBI security expert who had access to # informant identities and witness lists has been charged with # selling classified files to organized crime figures and others # under investigation. [snip]

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RE: Slashdot | Phoenix BIOS Phones Home?
by Ray Dillinger 20 Jun '01

20 Jun '01

On Wed, 20 Jun 2001, Paul E. Robichaux wrote: >Well, where I come from this is useful functionality! In combination with a >feature called RIS (remote installation service) in Windows 2000, you can >create a library of canned machine images and blast them out to machines over >the network. One of our major customers has cut the time necessary to replace >a failed machine down to about 15 minutes: plug in the new machine, hit F12 >during boot to trigger PXE, lay down the image received from the RIS server, >user logs in, and voila! Interesting. So, in theory, someone could do their thing at a central console and next morning everybody at the company could be looking at their new linux desktop? :-) The thought amuses me, but then so does the thought of an outlook virus that installs RedHat. I don't deny that such tools are useful when used as intended. So is a sledgehammer, but that certainly doesn't stop it from being a highly destructive weapon that can be turned against its owner. What gets me is that this contains a HUGE potential for security compromise, and people who don't know it exists aren't being given an opportunity to NOT get it. Bear

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CNN.com - Ashcroft, Senators offer plans to investigate FBI - June 20, 2001
by Jim Choate 20 Jun '01

20 Jun '01

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20 Jun '01

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septillion operations per second (fwd)
by Jim Choate 20 Jun '01

20 Jun '01

---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Wed, 20 Jun 2001 12:16:57 +0200 From: Barry Wels <crypto6(a)nah6.com> To: cryptography(a)wasabisystems.com Subject: septillion operations per second Hi, In James Bamford's new book 'Body of Secrets' he claims the NSA is working on some FAST computers. http://www.randomhouse.com/features/bamford/book.html --- The secret community is also home to the largest collection of hyper-powerful computers, advanced mathematicians and skilled language experts on the planet. Within the city, time is measured in femtosecondsone million billionth of a second, and scientists work in secret to develop computers capable of performing more than one septillion (1,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000) operations every second. --- If they ever build such a computer (or 1.000.000 of them) what would that mean for today's key lengths ? I am curious how long a computer capable of a septillion operations per second would take to crack one 128 bit or 256 bit key. Or a RSA 1024 or 2048 bit key for that matter ... Greetings, Barry. --------------------------------------------------------------------- The Cryptography Mailing List Unsubscribe by sending "unsubscribe cryptography" to majordomo(a)wasabisystems.com -- ____________________________________________________________________ "...where annual election ends, tyranny begins;" Thomas Jefferson & Samuel Adams The Armadillo Group ,::////;::-. James Choate Austin, Tx /:'///// ``::>/|/ ravage(a)ssz.com www.ssz.com .', |||| `/( e\ 512-451-7087 -====~~mm-'`-```-mm --'- --------------------------------------------------------------------

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by Fountain Of Joy 20 Jun '01

20 Jun '01

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