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From: gt@hplvla.UUCP (gt)
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Subject: RE: ID (one solution)
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Date: Thu, 23-Aug-84 13:30:00 EDT
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Posted: Thu Aug 23 13:30:00 1984
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Nf-From: hplvla!gt    Aug 23 09:30:00 1984

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	There really is only one decent solution to the ID problem.

	If you are like me and don't like the idea of having your
	every little purchase (read "time, date, location, actions")
	traceable, then you'll need to bite the bullet and use that
	antiquated form of trade called CASH.

	Don't get me wrong; I have a checking account and credit
	cards but I make a habit of using them ONLY when essential.
	I use to be hooked on the ease of using my credit cards for
	everything.  I spent at least a year when I never went into
	the bank for anything, I just used the Automatic Tellers.
	I finally decided to go back to cash as much as possible.

	Also, if the idea of carrying cash  makes you nervous
	(hey, I live in Colorado not New York) then you could
	try traveller's cheques.  Almost nobody requires ID to
	cash them, they are replaceable if lost or stolen, and
	most banks have special accounts that allow you to get
	traveller's cheques for free.

	Sure, all of this is a little more work... but to me
	it's worth the peace of mind.