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test »      It was called 'Preussen' (german for 'Prussia').
Weird. Every time I see german quoted, I see speeling errors.
Every time.)    Vielen dank. Corrected.    "I prefer the low-
tech way; higher taxes on fuel, lower taxes on labour."  Gee, if
we've reached peak oil already, one would think that market
forces would be enough to encourage alternate methods. Only a
fool welcomes the taxation that takes wealth out of the economy
where it can be employed to create even greater wealth.  Djima
Habre   Large sails take away too much space. They make the ship
to lean on one side, which is too dangerous for the cargo.
Kites are a much better alternative, since they can capture a
much stronger wind and do not need any space or a mast.  Anyway
compact sails could be used for assistance.  Mehul Kamdar
There is a possibility of using sailships to ship valuable cargo
- designer clothing, perfumes, beverages etc - instead of
loading these into containe