GEORGESON & COMPANY INC.
Wall Street Plaza
New York NY 10005
Phone: 212-440-9800
Fax: 212-440-9955
December 31, 1997
Dear Shareholder:
Georgeson & Company would like to thank you for returning your
proxy card for the Special Meeting of Proffitt's, Inc. to be held
on January 30, 1998.
Unfortunately, you neglected to sign the card, making it invalid.
We are returning the card for your signature and hope that you will
return it to us as soon as possible. Due to the approaching
meeting date, your promptness would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you, once again!
Sincerely,
GEORGESON & COMPANY INC.
(Proxy Tabulator for Proffitt's, Inc.)