111.   There are rumors of a possible deal where Gramm would quit early if Perry will appoint U.S. Rep. Henry Bonilla, R-San Antonio.

112.   There have been reports of discussions with Barry Diller, head of USA Network, as well as rumors of possible deals with Sony or Viacom.

113.   They told the Senate Agriculture Committee on Wednesday that packers should face mandatory sales reporting regulations so that farmers can get the best possible deal.

114.   They have hired Creative Artists Agency, the Hollywood powerhouse, to represent them in other possible deals.

115.   Torre would not talk specifically Tuesday about any trade talks, noting generally how active Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman is in searching for possible deals.

116.   Torre spoke obliquely about possible deals today.

117.   What we have to concentrate on is getting the best possible deal.

118.   While Allied Irish has rejected suggestions that it may be a takeover target, speculation about a possible deal has buoyed its share price.

119.   While prosecutors have declined to speak publicly about a possible deal for testimony, only one of the accused, Berry, has so far cooperated with investigators.

120.   Wright said he is refusing to get downcast about a possible deal.