May 3, 1999

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Dear :

Pleased be advised that The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, Inc. has appointed The Northern Trust Company to serve as investment custodian for all of the assets of the Foundation. The target transition date is July 1, 1999.

Representatives from the Northern Trust Company will be contacting you to determine contact persons and discuss administrative actions necessary to complete the transition.

Your cooperation would be appreciated to insure an orderly and timely transition. Please contact me if you have any questions.

Very truly yours,

Robert N. Berkopec

RNB/ye