Our best guess is that 35,000 people attended the annual meeting last year (up from 12 — no zeros omitted — in 1981). With our shareholder population much expanded, we expect even more this year. Therefore, we will have to make a few changes in the usual routine. There will be no change, however, in our enthusiasm for having you attend. Charlie and I like to meet you, answer your questions and — best of all — have you buy lots of goods from our businesses.
