Buying into an e-mail, and seeing slim returns
Reporter talks to a couple people who tried the "reports" chain letter, and they're not making money. [Seattle Times]
E-mail bonding: A wealth of messages, but otherwis
That Johnathan Rourke guy? Can't be found by reporter. The claims in the popular "reports" MMF chain letter about its legality are false. [Seattle Times]
E-Mail Chain Letters
University of Oklahoma Police Department advisory regarding e-mail chain letters and hoaxes.
Make Money Fast
Short article on this illegal pyramid scheme, which is typically spread by e-mail and Usenet spam or bulletin board posts.
Pyramid and Ponzi Schemes
An explanation of why pyramid schemes and Ponzi schemes do not work, and are dishonest and illegal.
The Make Money Fast Myth Page
Be warned - you are likely to be harassed by angry recipients if you send on chain emails, and your Internet account could be terminated.
The Ultimate Chain Letter
Categorizes the various types of chain letters and takes an ironic look at them.
What's Wrong with Chain Letter Pyramid Scheme
Most people lose; you Will get flamed; you Will probably lose your Internet account; you could be prosecuted.