Exhibit 8.8
December 27, 1996
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PNC Bank, National Association
Airport Business Center
International Court 2
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Ladies and Gentlemen:
Reference is made to the Custodian Services Agreement between us dated
April 1, 1993 (the "Agreement").
Pursuant to Section 2 of the Agreement, this will confirm that we wish
to appoint you to provide custodian services under the Agreement to our newly
established Large Cap Growth Fund and International Core Growth Fund.
Please indicate your acceptance of this appointment by signing the
letter below and returning a copy to us. Thank you for your assistance
regarding this matter.
Very truly yours,
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Secretary
APPOINTED ACCEPTED:
PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
By:
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Title:
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