The question MUST be asked, WHY????

I see them in the rest/fast food stops along turnpikes.  Why on earth would
a museum want them???  Next step -- video arcades?


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> From: Mulanax, Robin K <[log in to unmask]>
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Survey - Pressed Penny Machine Users
> Date: Monday, February 23, 1998 11:17 AM
>
>      Our institution is considering the installation of pressed penny
>      machines.  These machines charge fifty cents and a penny, then press
>      the penny with the site's logo.  If your institution uses these
>      machines, please complete the following survey.  Your input will be
>      greatly appreciated.
>
>      Please return this survey directly to me at the following location:
>
>      Robin Mulanax
>      State Historical Society of North Dakota
>      612 E. Boulevard
>      Bismarck, North Dakota 58505
>      [log in to unmask]
>      fax: (701)328-3710
>
>
>      What type of museum are you?
>
>      Are you publicly or privately funded?
>
>      How many people visit each year?
>
>      What is the typical profile of your visitors?  Are they school
>      children, families, older adults, or a broad spectrum?
>
>      How many pressed penny machines does your institution possess?
>
>      How long has your institution used pressed penny machines?
>
>      Which vendor do you use?
>
>      On the average, how many times each month does the pressed penny
>      machine require maintenance?
>
>      What is the profit margin on these machines (estimated)?
>
>      What symbol is used for the pressed penny?
>
>      Please add any comments you wish.
>
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>      Many thanks for your time and for the information!