At its peak, there were about 50 women standing around the entire town. When a “business meeting” is concluded, they immediately go into a hotel (October 14, 1994 issue). Sometimes they pass the time at the eat-in corner in the back of a convenience store or a coffee shop (October 14, 1994 issue). Women waiting for the first train. Some are wearing jackets they did not wear at work (October 14, 1994 issue). Some are so exhausted that they fall asleep, but there are also some who are strong enough to do “business” even in the train (October 14, 1994 issue).