11.   SBC SEEKS TO OFFER LONG DISTANCE Trying to follow Bell Atlantic into the long-distance market, SBC Communications asked federal regulators for permission to sell long-distance service in Texas.

12.   The letter asked the regulators for financial records on those groups, including Holy Land, but made no accusation of wrongdoing.

13.   SBC Communications asked federal regulators today for approval to become the second Baby Bell to offer long-distance service to its local customers.