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Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(B)(3)
File No. 33-98636
Prospectus Supplement dated March 17, 1997
Your Money
Can Begin
Earning These High Rates
Term Rate Annual Yield*
3 Months 7.15% 7.41%
6 Months 7.35% 7.62%
12 Months 8.35% 8.70%
18 Months 8.50% 8.87%
24 Months 8.75% 9.14%
30 Months 9.35% 9.80%
36 Months 9.50% 9.96%
48 Months 9.75% 10.24%
60 Months 10.50% 11.06%
7 Years 10.60% 11.18%
10 Years 10.75% 11.34%
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An offer can only be made by the Prospectus dated October 16, 1996, delivered in
conjunction with this Rate Supplement dated March 17, 1997. See "Risk
Factors" for a discussion of certain factors which should be considered in
connection with an Investment in the Notes. The Effective Annual Yield assumes
all interest reinvested daily at the stated rate. These rates available through
April 21, 1997.