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Martin Kay
XEROX PARC
Palo Alto, Ca.

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Dear Martin,

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	Here is the latest copy of the BEINGs research report. The
major problems are related to dialogue, which I understand is also
your current interest. I don't think I will be working any more on
the specific system described, but the ideas involved -- and the
difficulties -- will probably remain.  I am beginning my thesis,
which tentatively involves using the BEINGs concepts to learn
mathematics. I'd appreciate it if you would look over the paper,
hopefully critically, and then meet with me to talk about the
issues raised.  Send me a note (DBL@SAIL) when you are ready.
Thanks again.