SCHEDULE 14A
(Rule 14a-101)
INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT
SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION
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(Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
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The New America High Income Fund, Inc.
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(Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if Other Than the Registrant)
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THE NEW AMERICA HIGH INCOME FUND, INC.
SPECIAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS
FEBRUARY 13, 2003
TELEPHONE SCRIPT FOR
THE ALTMAN GROUP, INC. (Proxy Solicitor)
Introduction
Hello, my name is __________. I'm calling from The Altman Group, Inc., on behalf
of your investment in The New America High Income Fund. May I please speak with
__________?
The New America High Income Fund mailed you proxy material concerning the
upcoming special meeting of shareholders, which is scheduled for February 13,
2003. I am calling to find out if you have received these materials. Do you have
a moment?
Have you received the proxy materials in the mail?
IF "NO" (NOBO HOLDER):
Please contact your bank or broker and request a set of proxy materials
regarding the Special Meeting. Once you receive it, please call us toll free at
(1-800-XXX-XXXX) and we will be able to take your vote at that time.
IF "NO" (REGISTERED HOLDER):
We will have another set of material sent to you. Can you please confirm that
your address is __________________Once you receive it, please call us toll free
at (1-800-XXX-XXXX) and we will be able to take your vote at that time.
If "YES":
Are you familiar with the proposals? Do you have any questions?
(Answer all questions carefully, but do not give advice.)
The Board of Directors of the Fund Has recommended that shareholders vote in
favor of the proposals.
At your earliest convenience, please vote by signing and dating the proxy card
you received, and returning it in the envelope provided. However, if you would
prefer, I can record your vote over the telephone right now. Would you like to
do that instead?
If "YES":
Thank you here is how we will proceed. For your protection, I will record this
phone call. I will ask you for your name, your address and the control number
listed on your voting instruction form. Finally, I will ask how many shares you
own (answer optional) and
confirm that you have received the proxy materials. Then I will take your vote.
Within 72 hours, you will be mailed a written confirmation, which will tell you
how to make any changes you wish.
Are you ready?
Thank you.
First, I'll reintroduce myself. My name is __________, calling from The Altman
Group on behalf of The New America High Income Fund. Today's date is __________
and the time is __________.
May I please have your name and address?
Can you confirm that you have received the proxy materials dated January 8, 2003
and that you are authorized to direct the voting of the The New America High
Income Fund shares?
For Registered Holders:
May I have the account number listed on the far right hand side of the proxy
card? (You may not proceed without this information)
For NOBO Holders:
May I have the control number, that is listed on your voting instruction form?
(You may not proceed without this information)
Your Board is asking you to consider the proposals presented in the Fund's proxy
materials that you have received and they recommend that you vote in favor of
all proposals. Would you like to vote in favor of the proposals as your Board
recommends?
If you are required to read the proposals individually, end each proposal by
saying: "Your Board recommends that you vote in favor. How would you like to
vote?" For all proposals, the valid responses are:
F = For proposal.
A = Against proposal.
B = Abstain.
Thank you. I have recorded your votes. You have voted __________. Is that
correct? As your voting agent I will execute a written proxy in accordance with
your instructions and forward it onto the fund.
In the next 72 hours, we will mail you a letter by first class mail confirming
your vote. If you wish to change your vote for any reason, please call us at the
phone number listed in the letter. Thank you for your time.
New America High Income Fund
Answering Machine Message
Hello, this is _______ calling on behalf of The New America High Income Fund.
You should have received the proxy material in the mail regarding the Special
Shareholders Meeting to be held on February 13, 2003.
At your earliest convenience, please sign, date, and return your proxy card in
the envelope provided. If you have any questions or need proxy material or would
like to vote by telephone, please call 1-800-------.
Thank you for your consideration.