41.   The Messier matter comes at the end of a brief summer that was short on celebration, at least in the executive suites at Madison Square Garden.

42.   The matter never came to a vote in the legislature, however.

43.   The SEC insisted Monday that the matter came to its attention during a routine examination of the firm.

44.   The Steelers said the matter came down to a proud Woodson looking at younger teammates.

45.   Then came the matter of space.

46.   Then comes the matter of bringing it to the public.

47.   Then dark matter came to the rescue.

48.   This matter came to a head when American Indian groups prohibited from starting casinos in Texas sued.

49.   When the matter comes up for a floor vote this week, the Senate should postpone action and demand more considered deliberation.