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Re: [TCML] TCML policy monthly reminder



Yes, "we" do accept donations.  I usually only ask for them when I need to
get something expensive like a new server or similar, but I'm always happy
to put them to use for ISP charges.  

This reply does NOT constitute a request for donations at this point in
time.  However, if you'd like to send something, here's the information:
Please make checks payable to 
William W. Atkinson (my "official" name)
705 Sedge Way
Lafayette, CO 80026

Chip

On Sat, 2 Oct 2010 johnbrooks@xxxxxxxxxxx wrote:

> Does the TCML upkeep accept donations? if so,,then what is the mailing
> address?
> Joe Smith
> 405 West Point Loop
> West Point Texas
> 78963-5022
> 
> On Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00 -0600, "Monthly TCML Reminder"
> <monthly@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> > 
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