Yesterday I needed to change a $100 bill. I went into the local branch of The Bank Of New York, (soon to be J.P. Morgan), where my wife has an account. To my amazement I was told that they would not change it for me unless I personally had an account there. When I inquired why, I was told that the bank must report the social security number of anyone changing a $100 bill to both, the IRS and Homeland Security, according to the provisions of the Patriot Act. Being that they did not have MY social security number or photo ID they could not change the money for me. I then went to the U.S. Post Office where the clerk changed the money for with a smile, no questions asked. As an American citizen since birth, I am outraged by what is taking place today under the guise of National Security. Has anyone else had a similar problem ?

                                                 SOL ZELLER