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Re: $Opportunity Knocks$

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From: Charles Brannon
Date: Tue, 28 Jan 1997 00:00
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Gasman <me@me.com> wrote in article <01bc04f3$821fafd0$91be84d0@mark1>...
> The following concept of making money with your computer essentially
began 
> in the US and has now spread throughout the Western World. It is perhaps
> unique inasmuch as there's no risk - people from all over the world are
> currently participating and those that follow the initial concept are
> earning large amounts of cash.
> Read the following carefully and you too could be joining the many
> thousands of Internet users who are currently earning quite reasonable
sums
> of money with a few hours work using their computers via the Internet!  
> *********************************************************************
> This posting has been appearing for quite some time and has now literally

> got thousands of people actively involved. No doubt like me, you may have

> seen it before and become a little confused by the way it's been
explained.
> However, I personally have never believed in a so called "Free lunch" and

> have always worked hard to support my family. But this idea is so simple 
> involving only a modest $5.00 investment that I simply had to try it. At 
> first, it took me quite a while to figure it out - my first impressions 
> led me to believe that there must be some catch to it. 
> But this isn't so, you only have to look at the various postings to 
> realise this; the thousands of postings that are made all carry
> different names and addresses. So with so many people involved I became 
> convinced that with this particular program I too could benefit.
> Although many of the postings have been modified the basic principal 
> remains the same, in my opinion the only problem has been the way the
> initial concept has been repeatedly changed.
> With this in mind I have set out to explain what I consider to be a 
> clearer version, in the hope there is no doubt in people's minds that
it's 
> fully understood. Because believe me, this system does work! 
> *********************************************************************
> Essential Information to Assist Your Success!!
> 
> These articles have been modified over and over again, and embody
> over exaggerated claims of vast earnings. While this cannot be disputed
> it is essential in order to receive the attention of those who read it
> to post an article that gives out the right signals to the recipient. 
> I believe this article does just that, it's not full of unnecessary $$$
> signs, neither does it contain ridiculous claims which only puts 
> people off. If you want to get started right away, simply amend the
> address section by removing the top location and place your own
> name and address at the bottom. 
> *********************************************************************
> In general, these postings lead you to believe you can make $50,000
within 
> a month, which I think is a little over the top.
> But now after only a few day's of my initial involvement, I'm beginning
to 
> get a reasonable and realistic return with a further understanding of
just 
> how big this concept is. The money is coming in from all over the world, 
> and sure comes in useful but what's more important is the fact I have
> proved this to be a totally workable and legitimate system, involving no 
> risk and no major cash outlay.
> My other concern was the legal aspect, so I checked this through and was
> told that providing I mail one dollar to the person I am asking to put me

> on their mailing list, I am in fact paying for a service. And that
service 
> consists of using the Internet to advertise a business. So what is this 
> business? Well this business is to do with assembling a mailing list of 
> people who are interested in working from home using their computers to 
> generate an income.
> *********************************************************************
> Ok...if your interested there are three basic steps: All of which are
> pretty simple. Think positive, after all, the people below became
involved
> just like you! 
> THE FIRST STEP (1). 
> Obtain five sheets of paper with of course stamps and envelopes. Write 
> your full name and address on each sheet, with the words: 
> "Please place me on your mailing list" enclosing a one dollar bill and
mail
> to the following five addresses: 
> *********************************************************************
> 
> 1. Daniel PO Box 205327 New Haven, CT 06520-5327 USA. 
> 2. A.Jons.Gilfach House. Blaenpennal. Aberystwyth. SY23 4TN Wales.UK.
> 3. Jeroen Secuianu Hoge Weg 446 2940 Hoevenen BELGIUM.
> 4. B.E. Wilson 726 Scarlet Oak Ct. Monroe, Michigan 48162
> 5. M.Hannan 2090 West Co. Rd. E #203 St. Paul, MN  55112 USA
> *********************************************************************
> IMPORTANT:
> By mailing a one dollar bill to the above addresses you increase your
> chances of success by 500%. Because these people when in receipt of
> your Dollar will feel obligated and committed to recirculate the article 
> over and over again! And this is why the system is so successful.
> So if after perhaps a week, you have not seen any sizeable returns
> on your initial investment, it could be that those people you sent 
> your Dollar's to have not yet received them.
> And remember, this is a global concept requiring participation from
> user's all over the world.
> *********************************************************************
> When you have mailed your message with the one dollar bill (Please do as 
> everyone else does by not including cheques or money orders) to the above

> people, go to the:
> SECOND STEP (2).
> From the addresses listed above, remove the top name and address and 
> insert your own at the bottom so you still have five names and addresses,

> only this time your own is included.
> This can be done by simply amending the address section and posting 
> this article without any alterations.
> It's entirely up to you, I'm perfectly satisfied, but I had to wait
almost 
> a week before finding out how successful it really was.
> Up to that time I began thinking "How come there hasn't been any 
> response" but after a week dozens and then hundreds of letters began 
> arriving. And they are increasing as each day passes. I already have 
> $756.00 and at the rate the mail is arriving this soon will have doubled!

> I don't doubt people have earned large sums of money, and suspect 
> the reason is due to the amount of postings made, so who knows
> just what this money making venture is capable of. One thing is certain 
> it's certainly working for me!!!
> 
> NOW HERE IS WHY THE SYSTEM IS SO SUCCESSFUL!!! 
> The Internet is growing daily at a phenomenal rate, doubling once a year 
> perhaps you already know this. With millions of people surfing the
Internet
> and an estimated 100.000 users scanning the newsgroups of which there are

> nearly 20.000. This exposure is the key factor and the reason why: You me

> and all those who take part cannot fail not to be disappointed. 
> Just think about it, if you became interested in this article..... 
> why shouldn't thousands of others!
> At first, I posted to nearly 250 newsgroups, but due to the response soon

> increased this to 300, which brought in mail from Europe the Far east, 
> Australia and America. So with my first dozen replies I made $12.00. But
to
> simplify matters and keep the arithmetic easy, suppose I had posted to
200 
> newsgroups with my name at five and just had five replies which would
have 
> meant I earned $5.00. The third and final step explains the concept. 
> THIRD STEP (3). 
> And this is the reason why it's so simple yet successful for those keen
to 
> participate and earn a realistic amount of cash.
> In theory you make $5.00 for every two hundred postings with your name at
> five. Each person who sent you a Dollar now also makes two hundred 
> postings with your name at four equating to $50.00. Your Fifty new agents

> also make two hundred postings each with your name at three, say ten 
> thousand postings equating to $500.00. These five hundred agents again 
> make two hundred postings each with your name at two equating to $10.000 
> or one hundred thousand postings. 
> Finally, five thousand people once again make two hundred postings with 
> your name at one and this would equate to the mathematical statistic of 
> $50.000 before your name drops off the list. Which is pretty exciting and

> mind boggling considering these figures are based on only two hundred
> postings at a time being made down the line! Most people may think
> these figures are ridiculous, but they do add up. 
> After all, they do say the success of the Internet is due to it's sheer 
> capacity of over 40 million user's, with thousands more joining every
day! 
> 
> Technically, you only need an average return of 2.5% from the 200
> postings that each person makes in order to achieve these high figures. 
> So with the Internet comprising of 40 million user's the sky really is
the 
> limit!!!
> It's a never ending money making process because when your name finally 
> drops off the list, or indeed before if you really need the cash.
> (And who doesn't) you simply access another newsgroup posting and begin 
> the process over again, placing your name at Five. Please remember to 
> upload this article to as many newsgroups, local bulletin boards, message
> areas and file sections as possible. The financial rewards are
guaranteed, 
> but as stated, the level of success depends upon your efforts! And how 
> much posting you do.
> 
> AS A PERSONAL NOTE:  
> 
> The above figures are for demonstration purposes only with the whole 
> concept and current success based upon the number of people
participating.
> And the number of newsgroups and file sections you post this article to. 
> Yes, it really depends on you the individual! How much money you want to 
> make rests in your hands. Accessing newsgroups is very easy considering 
> there are nearly 20.000 to choose from. Your success rate is determined
by 
> the amount of newsgroups accessed, you must follow through and post this 
> article or your own to hundreds of newsgroups; maximise your postings 
> and you maximise your cash intake.
> 
> GENERAL STEPS ON AUTOMATING THE PROCESS:
> 
> Make any necessary changes to this article as explained in step (2) and
> when you're satisfied, save it as a .txt file and import it into the body
> of your email or newsreader program. This way you only have to change the
> name of the newsgroup or email address for each redistribution.
> 
> Valuable tip: And very important for those not too familiar with email:
> 
> By all means use a wordprocessor to ensure the article is composed well,
> but to ensure people that first read it via their newsreader program see
> it clearly laid out. 
> Re-format it with a simple text editor such as "notepad," or "WordPad" if

> your using "Windows 95."
> Providing the text is clearly visible and does not scroll into the right 
> margin, it should be ok!
> Using this procedure essentially means the article will be correctly
> displayed when viewed through other people's newsreader's. You can of 
> course check this out for yourself before going on line, by viewing it in

> your own newsreader program.
> 
> Next, begin by locating the newsgroups you intend posting to, Netscape
3.0 
> or a similar newsreader is terrific for this, because you can highlight 
> dozens of newsgroups all at once, enabling you to distribute your article

> to many 100's of locations in less than an hour or two. 
> Highlight all newsgroups you want to mail your letter to which as you
know 
> is done by holding down CTRL while left clicking. This way you can select

> multiple newsgroups in one go, choose perhaps a dozen each time. You will

> then see all the newsgroups you highlighted displayed in the Newsgroups 
> Field. 
> 
> Next: select/highlight your newsgroups, then click "To News" place a 
> sensible title in the "Subject" location, click on "Attachments"
whereupon
> another box appears.
> Locate the file you are going to distribute, click on the file and then 
> click "Open" again click OK; provided you followed these instructions,
you
> should see your file greyed out in the "Attachments" box. Hit send... and
> that's it.  
> 
> Repeat the process over and over again by selecting further newsgroups 
> in multiples of 10's but try to be selective with the groups by posting
to
> high volume locations, and don't choose a subject that appears too flash,

> this will only put people off. This is an honest and legitimate way of 
> making a reasonable amount of money, and making it on a regular basis.
But 
> only if your message is sincere and clearly understood by others will you

> succeed.
> PLEASE NOTE: This system is based on everyone being honest, but it's all 
> too tempting not to bother mailing out envelopes with dollar bills
inside. 
> The success for all participating is dependant upon this taking place
> and if carried out will mean a 500% increase on your article being
> redistributed!
> The system won't work to yours or indeed other people's advantage if you 
> don't follow the procedure. You can however, if you wish to remain 
> anonymous use a pseudonym - but please ensure your address is correct.
> AS A FINAL NOTE: Many business ideas for making money, no matter 
> how well thought out and implemented simply don't get off the ground. 
> And in most cases is due to advertising costs, but the exposure obtained
> through the Internet is quite honestly - pretty awesome, so please study
> this article carefully taking all the time you want.
> Because the moment you begin participating you will be on track for some 
> serious financial rewards. 
> By the very nature of the way the system works you may not see the 
> benefits the first week.
> 
> BUT COMMENCING THE SECOND WEEK, YOUR INTAKE OF MAIL 
> FROM AROUND THE WORLD WILL TRULY ASTONISH YOU!
> 
> Please give this some serious thought, because this is one of the few
money
> making schemes that really does work. 
> But as stated earlier, please use this or a similar article that doesn't
> boast..... 
> exaggerated claims..... GOOD LUCK!!!
> 
> 
> 
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From: "Charles Brannon" <chukabee@aol.com>
Subject: Re: $Opportunity Knocks$
Date: 1997/01/28
Message-ID: <01bc0d4c$38b590b0$43ed0b26@charles>
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