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Re: STOCK shorting troubles



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In a message dated 98-06-02 01:12:45 EDT, sgibson3d@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:

> So I
>  cancelled the order. I was told that shorts are placed in a 'cue' and
>  that there was a chance I might never be filled...ever! What?   
>  
>  Question: Am I being told the truth? 
>  

Yes.   Short orders do go in a cue, and are filled in order, plus a regular
sale takes precedance over the short.   Thats a big advantage the futures
have.  Shorts are easy.