Outdoor adhesive backed, consecutively numbered, vinyl labels 1/2 inch
by 2 inches are available locally here for $60/1000.  They are also available
in aluminium.  Bar coding is also available.  "Property of XYZ Company"
can be added for another $20.
 
I checked the Thomas Register under "labels, consecutively numbered" in
the local library and found listings for every state.  Check your local
yellow pages under "labels".  I found several sources there.
 
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+    Raymond J. Lackey                                     +
+    Beekeeper 10 years with 25 colonies on Long Island, NY+
+    INTERNET: [log in to unmask]                       +
+    Mail: 1260 Walnut Avenue, Bohemia NY 11617            +
+    Home Phone: 516-567-1936  FAX: 516-262-8053           +
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