UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )
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MARINE PETROLEUM TRUST
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April 23, 2014
Dear Unitholder:
The deadline for receipt of written consents for Marine Petroleum Trust is scheduled to expire May 12, 2014, which is fast approaching. I am writing to remind you that it is important for you to vote on the matters described in the consent solicitation materials that were mailed to you on or about March 28, 2014.
We strongly encourage you to vote your units by written consent today. Bank of America, N.A., the Trustee, recommends that you vote “FOR” the proposals outlined in the proxy material.
To avoid delays, you are encouraged to vote your units by completing and returning the enclosed written consent form utilizing the enclosed postage-paid envelope. More detailed information about the proposals was included in the consent solicitation statement that was mailed to you on or about March 28, 2014, a copy of which can also be found online at http://marps-marinepetroleumtrust.com/MarineData/MarinePetroleumTrust-proxy-20140401.pdf.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact our proxy solicitor, AST Phoenix Advisors at (800) 821-2794 (toll-free).
Regardless of the number of units you own, it is important that you cast your vote and make your voice heard on the important matters regarding the Trust. If you have already submitted your written consent, please accept our thanks and disregard this letter. We thank you for your investment in and support of the Trust.
Sincerely, | |
BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., TRUSTEE | |
Ron E. Hooper | |
Senior Vice President |
Tel 214.209.2400 • Fax: 469201.731 Bank of America, TX1-492-17-01 901 Main Street, 17th Floor, Dallas, TX 75202-3707 |