Notice of Applications for Deregistration under Section 8(f) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

Resumen

Applicant seeks an order declaring that it has ceased to be an investment company. On April 30, 2004, applicant made a liquidating distribution to its shareholders, based on net asset value. Expenses of $15,500 incurred in connection with the liquidation were paid by SBK-Brooks Investment Corp., applicant's principal underwriter. Applicant has retained $17,735 in cash to cover outstanding liabilities and miscellaneous expenses. Filing Dates: The application was filed on May 5, 2004, and amended on May 24, 2004. Applicant's Address: 135 Merchant St., Suite 230, Cincinnati, OH 45246.