Well, Barry, you are glad I posed the question. Misery likes company. In the meantime, you raised the specter of flawed Applescripts. I know they exist, but beyond that I know nothing. Tomorrow I will try the same project using OS 10.3.8. I will let you know the outcome. Karl _________________________________________________ For information concerning the MUGLO List just click on http://muglo.on.ca/Pages/joinus.html Our Archives can be viewed at //www.freelists.org/archives/muglo Don't forget to periodically check our web site at: http://muglo.on.ca/