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<LEGEND>
This schedule contains summary information extracted from The Bureau of National
Affairs, Inc. consolidated balance sheet and consolidated statement of income
for the period ended June 17, 2000 and is qualified in its entirety by reference
to such financial statements.
</LEGEND>
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