SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D. C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 14, 2004
ASHLAND INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Kentucky
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
1-2918 61-0122250
(Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
50 E. RiverCenter Boulevard, Covington, Kentucky 41012-0391
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
P.O. Box 391, Covington, Kentucky 41012-0391
(Mailing Address) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code (859) 815-3333
Item 5. Other Events
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On April 14, 2004, Ashland Inc. ("Ashland") announced that Lamar M.
Chambers has been elected Vice President and Controller, effective May 1,
2004. Mr. Chambers will become a member of Ashland's Operating Committee
and will report to J. Marvin Quin, Senior Vice President and Chief
Financial Officer. Mr. Chambers replaces Kenneth L. Aulen, who is retiring
after 24 years of service to the company. In his new position, Chambers'
responsibilities will include oversight of the company's accounting
policies and practices, external and internal financial reporting, and new
accounting standards and developments.
SIGNATURES
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by
the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
ASHLAND INC.
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(Registrant)
Date: April 15, 2004 /s/ David L. Hausrath
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Name: David L. Hausrath
Title: Senior Vice President,
General Counsel and
Secretary