From: Gail M Beeson [g.beeson@juno.com]
Sent: Tuesday, May 15, 2001 4:20 PM
To: FDADockets@oc.fda.gov
Subject: Docket #98P-0151/CP1

Dear FDA,

This is a note of support of Docket #98P-0151/CP1.  I have been writing
letters for several years to as many people and agencies as I know of to
try and stop the horrible inhumane treatment of  "downed animals."  I
want to go on public record as being in support of completely prohibiting
the slaughter of downed animals.  These animals have suffered enough in
their lives and should be humanely euthanized on-farm.  It is my hope
that with this prohibition in place that those who have the job of
working with livestock will have an incentive to treat animals with
humanity and help prevent the injuries that cause "downed animals" in the
first place.

Thank you for no longer accepting ground beef that includes product from
non-ambulatory cattle from Federal programs.  Thank you for supporting
this petition.  It is the right thing to do.

Most sincerely,

Gail Beeson
14520 26th Dr. SE
Mill Creek, WA  98012