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T. Boone Pickens' Stocks Struggle

Poor 'ole T. Boon "Pickpocket"! I bought some of his Messa L.P. Preferred on the advice of a wealthy man who was knowledgeable as to the investments of Rice University's endowment fund. Due to poor performance, the shares took a reverse split, so I ended up with one share for every eight shares purchased. The $15 per share original stock price ended up netting $34 for every $1,500 invested. Of course, 'ole T still drew a big salary, big bonus's, and flew around in a corporate jet all the while, until he was kicked out of his job by the larger investors.

I am sure he is a "good old boy" (especially if you are and Okla. State University supporter). However, the bottom line is that he can, and does, make mistakes just like the rest of us. Where he is different is, he just likes to take bigger risks.

I also recall feeling sorry for some people who lost their jobs due to his corporate raiding ventures in the 70's.