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SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )
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Acorn Investment Trust
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ACORN INVESTMENT TRUST
227 West Monore Street Suite 3000
Chicago, Illinois 60606-5016
Toll Free 1-888-414-5566
November 20, 1997
Dear Shareholder:
We have previously mailed to you proxy materials relating to the special
meeting of shareholders of the Acorn Investment Trust to be held on December 9,
1997.
According to our latest records, we have not received your proxy card.
Regardless of the number of shares you own, it is important that they are
represented and voted at the meeting. If you have not already mailed your proxy
card, please take a moment to SIGN, DATE and MAIL the enclosed duplicate proxy
card promptly in the return envelope provided for your convenience. If you need
assistance in voting your shares or would rather vote your shares over the
phone, please call our proxy solicitor, D. F. King & Co., Inc., toll-free at
1-888-414-5566.
For the reasons set forth in the Proxy Statement dated October 24, the
Acorn board of trustees unanimously urges you to vote in favor of the new
advisory agreement.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.
Sincerely,
/s/ Irving B. Harris
Irving B. Harris
Chairman of the Board
