# AFFIRMATION

I, Amelia C. Lynch, a duly authorized officer of Chubb & Son, Inc., do hereby affirm that the foregoing information, including all attached exhibits, schedules and other supporting information, is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

**Signature of Authorized Officer:** ___________________________
**Name of Authorized Officer (please print):** Amelia C. Lynch
**Title:** Assistant Vice President
**Direct Telephone Number:** (908) 580-2179
**FAX Number:** (908) 580-3666

**Date:** June 12, 1997
**Address of Insurer:** 15 Mountain View Road, P.O. Box 1615, Warren, N.J. 07061-1615