To: Holly Lim, Chief Operating Officer, The John B. Stetson Co. Dear Ms. Lim: I am responding to your letter demanding a published correction to a line in one of my recent columns. The line suggested that readers who wish to feel more American could “put on a Stetson.” To me, this seemed like an innocuous — even friendly — reference to your company’s product. Alas, you disagree. The correction you are seeking, and which I now solemnly herewith deliver under the implied threat of a trademark-infringement lawsuit, is that “Stetson” is the name of your company and not a generic term for a hat. You further demand that all future references to “Stetson” contain a little R in a circle, like this: Stetson®. Okay. Done, and done. Read full article > >

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Steve Jobs, perhaps the most valued CEO in America, will temporarily leave Apple for health reasons, the company announced today. A short media advisory did not disclose any specifics about Jobs’ condition. Two years ago, the Apple chief took another leave of absence during which he had a liver transplant as part of his treatment for pancreatic cancer. We wish Jobs well. The public disclosure followed Jobs’ internal announcement. He sent the following email to all Apple employees: Team, At my request, the board of directors has granted me a medical leave of absence so I can focus on my health. I will continue as CEO and be involved in major strategic decisions for the company. I have asked Tim Cook to be responsible for all of Apple’s day to day operations. I have great confidence that Tim and the rest of the executive management team will do a terrific job executing the exciting plans we have in place for 2011. I love Apple so much and hope to be back as soon as I can. In the meantime, my family and I would deeply appreciate respect for our privacy. Chief Operating Officer Tim Cook will lead the company while Jobs is out.

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