31.  Analysts took the finding as support for the recent assessment by Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan that economic weakness would likely prove temporary.

32.  And some companies turn the pressure up by insisting that charities take unwanted donations as a condition for getting the things they really need.

33.  And it only takes one-quarter as long to close a wound, compared to suturing.

34.  And she takes her role as a spectator seriously.

35.  And the kindergarten children of Catholic, Jewish or Islamic families may find themselves taking Christ as their savior.

36.  Andrea Ashmore, formerly of Spelman College, will take on duties as special assistant to the president and director of university partnerships.

37.  Andersen was born in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and studied for three years at the University of Iowa before taking up bridge as a career.

38.  Anderson Lee takes her role as executive producer seriously.

39.  Anton Burkhart and Martin Norz take turns as Jesus but the thieves, Stefan Muller and Thomas Steidle, are crucified every day.

40.  As for Mafia ties, Puzo laughs, and takes the rumors as testimony to the effectiveness of his books.