
    UNITED STATES v. MERCHANT
    No. 85-1672.
    Argued March 4, 1987
    Decided March 24, 1987
    
      Paul J. Larkin, Jr., argued the cause for the United States. With him on the briefs were Solicitor General Fried, Assistant Attorney General Trott, and Deputy Solicitor General Bryson.
    
    
      Penelope M. Cooper argued the cause for respondent. With her on the brief were Cristina C. Arguedas and Ted W. Cassman
      
    
    
      
      
        Nancy Gertner and Judith H. Mizner filed a brief for the American Civil Liberties Union et al. as amici curiae urging affirmance.
    
   Per Curiam.

The writ of certiorari is dismissed as improvidently granted.  