11.   And last March, a survey showed that in the South, Republicans were making strong gains as voters took advantage of the law to register in record numbers.

12.   And the figures ran counter to many reports from auto makers and retailers showing strong gains for the month.

13.   As he spoke, Wall Street was posting strong gains.

14.   As people began spring cleaning and repairs, discount retailers and others that sell merchandise for the home reported strong gains.

15.   At the shorter end of the curve, the shorter-maturity bills again made strong gains as the end-of-quarter buying continued.

16.   Automakers declined after notching strong gains yesterday.

17.   ATLANTA - Fresh evidence of consumer strength and upbeat earnings reports inspired a buying rally on Wall Street on Tuesday, the second straight session of strong stock gains.

18.   Bay Area stocks made strong gains during the second quarter of this year, but their performance lagged far behind the leading market averages.

19.   Bank of New York and First Bank also had strong gains, but First Union fell, reflecting an acquisition.

20.   BCE Inc. and Northern Telecom Ltd. are expected to help lead the rally after posting strong gains yesterday.