On Thu, 31 Jul 2003 01:22:39 GMT, Bay Area Dave
wrote:

I lived in England as a child and still remember the bizarre pronunciation:
"al YOU MIN ee um"

dave

Well, I know it's a bizarre thing, but it follows the spelling you
see. So, is it easier living in place where spelling appears to be a
matter of personal choice? I'd imagine it leaves lots of free time for
doing other things over a whole lifetime! ;O)

Take Care,
Gnube
{too thick for linux}