I N V E S T O R P R E S E N T A T I O N

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I N V E S T O R P R E S E N T A T I O N As of
December 1, 2001
Business and Financial Overview
For Table of Contents, See Slide 2
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Contents of the Presentation
Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure. . . . .
. . . . . . . Slide 3 Company Profile. . . . .
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. Slides 4 - 6 Myers Industries Early History
Growth. . . . . . . Slides 7 - 10
Acquisitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . Slides 11 - 12 Myers
Industries Products and Markets. . . . . .
. Slides 13 - 35 - Manufacturing Segment
(Slides 14 - 31) - Distribution Segment
(Slides 32 - 35) Financial Performance. . . . .
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44 - 10-Year Sales, Income Income Per Share
(Slides 37 - 39) - Overview of 2000 Results
(Slide 40) - Key Factors Affecting the Company
in 2000 (Slide 41) - 2001 Nine Month Financial
Results (Slide 42) - Review of 2001 Business
Conditions (Slides 43 - 45) Why Invest in
Myers Industries?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . Slide 46 Building Shareholder Value. . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Slide 47
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Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure
Statements in this presentation concerning the
Companys goals, strategies, and expectations for
business and financial results may be
"forward-looking statements" within the meaning
of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995 and are based on current indicators and
expectations. Whenever you read a statement that
is not simply a statement of historical fact
(such as when we describe what we "believe,"
"expect," or "anticipate" will occur, and other
similar statements), you must remember that our
expectations may not be correct, even though we
believe they are reasonable. We do not guarantee
that the transactions and events described will
happen as described (or that they will happen at
all). You should review this presentation with
the understanding that actual future results may
be materially different from what we expect.
Many of the factors that will determine these
results are beyond our ability to control or
predict. You are cautioned not to put undue
reliance on any forward-looking statement. We do
not intend, and undertake no obligation, to
update these forward-looking statements. These
statements involve a number of risks and
uncertainties that could cause actual results to
differ materially from those expressed or implied
in the applicable statements. Such risks
include, but are not limited to (1)
Fluctuations in product demand and market
acceptance (2) Uncertainties associated with
the general economic conditions in domestic and
international markets (3) Foreign currency
risks (4) Interest rate fluctuations
(5) Increased competition in our markets
(6) Changes in seasonality (7) Our ability to
make successful acquisitions, including
unanticipated delays in realizing, or inability
to realize, expected cost savings from
acquisitions (8) Difficulties in manufacturing
operations, such as production outages or
maintenance programs (9) Our degree of leverage
and uncertainties associated with servicing our
debt (10) Raw material availability (11) Fluctua
tions in raw material costs, in particular
fluctuations outside the normal range of
industry cycles (12) Changes in laws and
regulations and approvals and decisions of
courts, regulators, and governmental bodies
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Manufacturing Segment
Myers Industries is. . .
An international manufacturer of plastic and
rubber products with Strong Brands, Market
Leadership, and a Diverse Offering Reusable
Plastic Material Handling Containers Pallets
for industrial, agricultural, automotive
commercial markets Plastic Flower Planters for
growers, retailers consumers Plastic
Storage, Organization Transport Products
for industrial, commercial consumer markets
Plastic Storage Tanks Specialty Parts for RV,
automotive industrial markets Rubber OEM
Replacement Parts for truck, agricultural,
construction water control use Tire Repair
Retreading Products Custom Rubber Manufacturin
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Manufacturing 78 of Total Net Sales
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Distribution Segment
Myers Industries is. . .
The Leading U.S. Distributor of Tools, Equipment,
and Suppliesfor tire, wheel, and undervehicle
service, including Tire Valves Accessories
Tire Changing Balancing Equipment Lifts
Alignment Equipment Service Equipment
Tools Tire Repair Retread Supplies Tire
Repair Tools Accessories
Distribution 22 of Total Net Sales
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Operational Highlights. . .
25 Manufacturing Facilities in 6
Countries Producing More Than 11,000
Products Injection Molding Rotational
Molding Vacuum Forming Winding Extrusion
Compression Molding Rubber Compounding,
Calendering Extrusion Rubber - to - Metal
Bonding
Single Facility
Multiple Facilities

Europe

42 U.S. Distribution Branches 5
International Locations Supplying
Nearly 10,000 Products
North America
More than 4,100 Employees
2000 Financial Performance Net Sales 652.7
million Net Income 24.0 million EPS 1.01
(adjusted for 10 Stock Dividend paid August,
2001)
Our Business is Focused on Improving Our
Customers Business and Growing Shareholder
Value. . .
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Myers Industries History Growth 1933 -
Present
How Did Myers Industries Become So Diversified?
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1933 The Myers Beginning
Myers started as Myers Tire Supply, a partnership
between brothers Louis and Meyer Myers created
on a 620 loan. Their small store in Akron,
Ohio sold tire repair supplies to tire dealers.
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Myers Tire Supply Store 1937 - 1951, Akron, Ohio
Co-Founder Louis S. Myers (r) with Myers Tire
Supply Customer, 1933
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1946 - 2000 Distribution Operations Expand
Internal Growth
Myers Tire Supply distribution expanded, and
today we are the leading distributor of service
tools, equipment, and supplies. . .
Supporting Tire, Wheel Undervehicle Service.
. . 42 Branches in 31 States. . . 5
International Affiliates. . . Nearly 10,000
Products. . . The One - Stop - Shop for the
Tire Dealer
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1946 - 87 Manufacturing Operations Formed
Internal Growth
Patch Rubber Company Formed in 1946 Tire Repair
Patches Plugs Retreading Materials
Tire Repair Chemicals Custom Rubber
Stock Reflective Highway Marking Tape
Akro-Mils Formed in 1946 Small Parts Cabinets
Storage Bins Storage Organization
Containers Plastic Planters Garden
Accessories Material Handling Carts
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Acquisitions A Logical Approach to Growth
Since 1987, Complementary Acquisitions have
allowed Myers to build on our plastic and rubber
manufacturing experience Diversify our
products and customer base Add complementary
manufacturing processes Advance our market
positions Position Myers as a Single-Source
for customers in many niche markets-- more
value for customers!
Acquisition opportunities are evaluated on the
following strategic merits Products must
complement or complete existing lines We must
know the markets and customers We must be
familiar with the manufacturing processes
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Growth by Acquisitions
COMPANY YEAR GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Buckhorn 1987 Expand plastic rubber business
with reusable plastic containers rubber
OEM parts Ameri-Kart 1995 Add roto-molding,
material handling storage products Molded
Solutions 1997 Combine with Buckhorn Rubber to
expand OEM products markets raaco
International 1998 Enter European markets for
plastic storage containers Sherwood
Plastics 1998 Combine with Ameri-Kart Expand
roto-molding add new markets
Kadon 1998 Strengthen Buckhorns custom plastic
product capabilities Allibert
Equipement 1999 Establish international
leadership with reusable plastic containers
and pallets Dillen Products 1999 Gain leading
position in plastic planters for growers
Listo Products 1999 Expand indoor / outdoor
planters for consumers RB Manufacturing 2000 A
dd to Akro-Mils Expand material handling cart
line Best Plastics 2000 Combine with
Ameri-Kart Strengthen business in plastic
tanks and specialty OEM parts
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Where May Products from Myers Industries Touch
Your Life?
Home Storage
Pavement Marking
Retail Products Delivery
Repairing Tire Punctures
Gardening Landscaping
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Manufacturing Segment
Plastic Rubber Products for Industrial,
Agricultural, Automotive, Commercial Consumer
Markets
Manufacturing 78 of Total Net Sales
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Manufacturing Segment
Reusable Plastic Containers Pallets
An Introduction Fill - Ship - Empty - Return -
Reuse
Reusables deliver cost-saving benefits to
customers Eliminate cardboard box waste /
disposal costs Reusable for multiple round
trips Superior product protection Better
ergonomic handling / worker safety Recyclable
to protect the environment An international
leader in reusable products, Myers containers and
pallets are used in. . . Automotive
Manufacturing Appliance Manufacturing
Agriculture Food Processing Distribution
Grocery Products Distribution Retail Products
Distribution . . . and many more areas!
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Manufacturing Segment
Reusable Plastic Containers Pallets
Automotive Industrial Manufacturing
Myers makes Buckhorn and Allibert Equipement
brand containers for shipping and handling a
wide range of products, from automotive parts
to food. . .
Parts Separation for Surface Protection
Electrical Assemblies Shipping
Providing solutions to reduce storage space,
freight costs, and product damage. . .
Bulk Components Handling
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Manufacturing Segment
Reusable Plastic Containers Pallets
Agriculture
Our Buckhorn Center Flow Container is a standard
for shipping and dispensing seed products - -
from corn to soybeans. . .
Crop Seed Distribution
Eliminating environmental problems from burning
seed bags and allowing more efficient planting
for growers. . .
Planter Loading
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Manufacturing Segment
Reusable Plastic Containers Pallets
Produce Harvesting, Distribution Retailing
Our durable, reusable containers allow efficient
transport of produce and maintain freshness from
soil to supermarket. . .
Retailing
Distribution
Helping our customers protect their produce and
their profits. . .
Harvesting
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Manufacturing Segment
Reusable Plastic Containers Pallets
Food Processing Distribution
We make specialty containers for safe
distribution of meat and poultry products. . .
Poultry Distribution
Meat Packing
Replacing cardboard boxes for more sanitary
handling and better protection of food products.
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Meat Processing
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Manufacturing Segment
Reusable Plastic Containers Pallets
Retail Distribution
Many of our attached lid containers are used by
distributors and retailers to ship everything
from clothing to health care products. . .
Distribution to Retailers
Order Processing
Getting the products consumers need quickly and
efficiently into the stores. . .
Order Picking
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Manufacturing Segment
Reusable Plastic Containers Pallets
Agriculture to Government Service
In Europe, Myers containers are used to harvest
grapes in Frances wine country and to deliver
the mail in Spain. . .
Mail Distribution in Spain
Wine Distribution
Providing innovative handling solutions to
customers with unique needs. . .
Grape Harvesting in France
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Manufacturing Segment
Plastic Containers Storage Tanks
Industrial, Chemical, Water Treatment
We are the largest manufacturer of plastic bulk
storage and holding tanks in Europe, part of our
Allibert Equipement brand. . .
Industrial Storage Tanks
Chemical Storage Tanks
Allowing safe handling and storage of virtually
any liquid. . .
Water Treatment Tanks
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Manufacturing Segment
Plastic Storage Organization Products
Industrial Commercial
Our plastic AkroBins are the industry standard
to display and organize small items. . .
Medical Supplies Organization
Creating efficient assembly line workstations or
keeping medical items in easy reach. . .
Assembly Line Organization
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Manufacturing Segment
Plastic Metal Material Handling Carts
Industrial Commercial
Our Akro-Mils / RB-Dura brand provides an
extensive range of plastic and metal carts. . .
Commercial Handling
Stocking / Distribution Operations
Simplifying material handling and transport in
most any environment. . .
Warehousing Operations
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Manufacturing Segment
Plastic Storage Tanks Specialty Parts
Recreational Vehicle, Automotive Industrial
Markets
Myers Ameri-Kart brand is a leader in custom
storage tanks and specialty parts for makers of
RVs and other industrial manufacturers. . .
Watercraft Interiors (Consoles, Seat Frames)
Exterior Trim Details
Leveraging our design and molding capabilities
to give customers single-source value for for
roto-molded and vacuum formed parts. . .
Water Waste Tanks
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Manufacturing Segment
Plastic Storage Organization Products
Retail Consumer
Our Akro-Mils brand storage containers can be
found at leading retailers throughout the
country. . .
Holiday Decorations Storage
Creating effective storage solutions for many
consumers needs. . .
Seasonal Clothing Storage
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Manufacturing Segment
Plastic Flower Planters
Growers
Myers is the leader in plastic planters with our
Dillen brand for professional growers at
greenhouses, nurseries, and retail garden
centers. . .
Color Pots
Hanging Baskets
Providing planters for every grower need,
including the largest selection of hanging
baskets. . .
Black Flats Tag Pots
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Manufacturing Segment
Plastic Flower Planters
Retailer Consumer
Our Akro-Mils Lawn Garden and Listo brands
include decorative indoor and outdoor planters to
meet any retailer and consumer need. . .
Hanging Baskets
Terra-Cotta Style Planters
We design and make planters for the K-Mart
Martha Stewart Garden line. . .
Whitewash Planters
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Manufacturing Segment
Rubber OEM Replacement Parts
Truck, Construction, Marine, Agriculture, Water
Control, Industrial
High-performance rubber parts from our Buckhorn
Rubber brand perform in extreme conditions. . .
Gate Seals for Dams
Hood Latches for Semi-Trucks
Moving air, securing compartments, absorbing
shock, and controlling water to ensure equipment
performance inside and out. . .
Air Intake Hoses for Semi-Trucks Construction
Equipment
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Manufacturing Segment
Rubber Tire Repair Products
Passenger, Truck Off-Road Vehicles
The most comprehensive range of tire repair
products is from our Patch Rubber brand . . .
Tire Repair Chemicals
Tire Patches
Products to repair the smallest puncture or the
most severe tear in all types of tires. . .
Tire Plugs
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Manufacturing Segment
Calendered / Custom Rubber Products
Construction, Transportation, Sporting
Goods, Mining, Telecommunications
Our Patch Rubber brand custom calendered rubber
is used for. . .
Fabricated Rubber Linings for Industrial Use
(such as Conveyor Linings)
Rubber Stock for Golf Grips
Reflective Highway Marking Tape
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Distribution Segment
Tools, Equipment Supplies for Tire, Wheel
Undervehicle Service
Distribution 22 of Total Net Sales
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Distribution Segment
Distribution of Tire, Wheel Undervehicle Service
Products
Tire Dealers, Mass Merchandisers, Commercial
Auto Truck Fleets,General Repair Facilities
Under the Myers Tire Supply brand, we distribute
products ranging from tire valves and repair
plugs to hydraulic lifts and alignment systems.
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Repair Tools Supplies
Tire Gauges Inflation Systems
We buy from leading manufacturers and sell
nearly 10,000 products from 42 branches in 31
states, plus 5 international locations. . .
Impact Wrenches
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Distribution Segment
Distribution of Tire, Wheel Undervehicle Service
Products
Tire Dealers, Mass Merchandisers, Commercial Auto
Truck Fleets,General Repair Facilities
Myers is the nations One-Stop Shop for
products to service passenger, truck, and
off-road vehicles. . .
Tire Valves
Tire Changing, Balancing Alignment Equipment
Helping our customers keep their businesses
efficient and profitable. . .
Hydraulic Lifts
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Distribution Segment
Distribution of Tire, Wheel Undervehicle Service
Products
Tire Dealers, Mass Merchandisers, Commercial Auto
Truck Fleets,General Repair Facilities
Myers adapts to add related service products to
meet our customers expanding needs. . .
On-site Training from Myers Tire Supply Reps
Transmission Lifts
Providing growth opportunities and reinforcing
our single-source position. . .
Battery Chargers
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Financial Performance, Current Business
Conditions Summary. . .
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Net Sales 1990 - 2000 ( in Millions)
12 CAGR
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Net Income 1990 - 2000 ( in Millions)
8 CAGR
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Net Income Per Share 1990 - 2000 ( in Dollars)
8 CAGR
adjusted for 10 stock dividends paid August
2001, 2000, 1999, 1997, 1995, 1993, 1991, 1990
and the 5-4 Stock Splits distributed in
August 1994, and 1992
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2000 Financial Summary (dollars in thousands,
except per share amounts)
Year Ended Dec. 31, Operations
for the Year 2000 1999 Change
Net Sales 652,660 580,761 12.4 Income
Before Taxes 40,910 54,301 (24.7) Net
Income 24,001 31,176 (23.0) Net Income Per Share
1.01 1.28 (21.1) Financial Position at
Year-End Working Capital 103,724
104,747 (1.0) Shareholders Equity 213,903 207,747
3.0 Book Value Per Share 9.01 8.59 4.9 Other
Data Dividends Paid Per Share .21 .19 10.5 Averag
e Shares Outstanding 23,863 24,402 (2.2)
adjusted for 10 stock dividend paid August, 2001
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Key Factors Affecting the Companys Sales
Earnings During 2000
Higher cost of plastic resin compared to
1999 Drop in heavy-duty truck production in
2nd half of the year 4Q slowdown in automotive
production Weakness of U.S. automotive
aftermarket affected volumes in the
Distribution Segment Ohio plant closing
after-tax restructuring charge of 1.9 million,
or .09 per share in 4Q. Plant closed to
achieve greater efficiency.
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2001 Nine Month Financial Results
Nine
Months Ended Sept. 30, 2001 2000
Net Sales 459,444,809 481,368,864 Cost of
Sales 305,292,445 319,464,820 Gross
Profit 155,152,364 161,904,044 Operating
Expenses 117,420,535 111,765,543 Operating
Income 37,731,829 50,138,501 Interest
Expense 15,012,964 16,477,357 Income Before
Income Taxes 22,718,865 33,661,144 Income
Taxes 9,860,000 14,121,000 Net Income
12,858,865 19,540,144 Income Per Share
.54 .82 Average Shares Outstanding
23,788,242 23,897,048
adjusted for 10 stock dividend paid August,
2001 and 2000
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Review of 2001 Business Conditions (Nine Months
ended September 30, 2001)
Distribution Segment Slow U.S. economy
continues to yield softness in the aftermarket
Profitability improved over the prior year as a
result of a favorable product ratio of
consumable supplies to capital equipment
Vehicle age, mileage, and tire maintenance
awareness by consumers are key demand drivers
and present a positive outlook Myers
maintains strong leadership position with
unmatched capabilities to serve customers
Competition is fragmented Myers is the largest
resource
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Review of 2001 Business Conditions (Nine Months
ended September 30, 2001)
Manufacturing Segment Economic conditions
continued to depress demand in industrial transp
ortation, and automotive markets, where most
customers have limited spending because their
own revenues and profits are under pressure.
Plastic resin prices were lower during the third
quarter, but the benefits were offset by soft
demand and decreased absorption of fixed costs
from lower production levels. The Company
holds leadership positions in many of its
niche markets, but due to the persistant, weak
economic conditions management anticipates no
significant recovery in most of the markets
before year end.
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Review of 2001 Business Conditions
Management focused on product innovation, cost
controls, and continuous improvement to
operational efficiency Enhance competitive
position Improve profitability
Strong cash flow / debt-reduction is a
priority Current debt level the result of
strategic acquisitions / expansion Total debt
at end of 2000 300.2 million Total debt was
reduced 9.1 million in 3Q, and has been reduced
21.2 million for nine months, ended Sept. 30,
2001
Market conditions will eventually improve. . .
. Myers should emerge well-positioned to
accelerate growth
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Summary Why Invest in Myers Industries? Sound
Value Growth for Long-Term Investors
In the last 25 years, sales have increased in
all but three years
In the last 25 years, income and EPS have
increased in all but five years
Myers Industries has a proven track record of
building strong, profitable positions in
high-value niche markets
Myers Industries has excellent platforms for
internal growth backed by brand strength and
market leadership on an international scale
Our diverse product offering, broad
manufacturing capabilities, and broad
distribution capabilities provide unparalleled
value for customers and gives us significant
competitive advantages
Our long-standing strengths of product
innovation, consistent quality, and
complementary acquisitions drive opportunities in
new and existing markets
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Building Shareholder Value
Myers has paid dividends each year since
1971 Myers Industries has increased its cash
payout to shareholders for 26 consecutive
years 1972 3 - for - 2 split 1991 10 stock
dividend 1982 10 stock
dividend 1992 5 - for - 4 split 1983 10 stock
dividend 1993 10 stock dividend
1984 2 - for - 1 split 1994
5 - for - 4 split 1985 10 stock
dividend 1995 10 stock dividend 1986 10 stock
dividend 1997 10 stock dividend 1987 3 - for -
2 split 1999 10 stock dividend 1988 10 stock
dividend 2000 10 stock dividend 1989 10 stock
dividend 2001 10 stock dividend 1990 10 stock
dividend
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