Subject: S7-25-97

Date:    11/17/97 3:46 PM
     
     
Jonathan Katz, Secretary
Securities and Exchange Commission
     
Mr. Katz: 
     
The SEC's new proposed rules must not go forward (S7-25-97). These rules 
essentially destroy the rights of American shareholders.
     
I am a young, small investor, who wishes to maintain the ability to make my 
voice heard by the companies in which I invest.
     
Stop these rules. Reverse Cracker Barrel but allow the existing rules to 
stand or develop rules that will protect shareholders' rights.
     
Sincerely,
     
Jim Stoicheff
5317 8th Ave NE
Seattle, Washington 98105