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                                             July 17, 1998

Dear KCPL Shareowner:

     The Special Meeting of Shareholders to approve the
merger transaction with Western Resources is less than two
weeks away.  This proposal requires the affirmative vote of
two-thirds of all Kansas City Power & Light shares
outstanding.  Your shares cannot be voted unless you return
your proxy card or vote by telephone.

     A failure to vote is the same as a vote against the
transaction. To avoid additional expense and unnecessary
contact, please vote today, either by phone or proxy card.

     Thank you for your support of KCPL and its strategic
business plans involving Western Resources.  If you have any
questions about this transaction, you may call a KCPL
representative toll-free at 1-800-566-9061.

                                   Sincerely,

                                   /s/Drue Jennings