51.   Despite reports about numerous violations, officials recognized the elections valid.

52.   Despite the evolving hands-off philosophy, officials recognize they might have to step in on some issues, including the switch from analog to digital television.

53.   Larry Brendtro of Traverse City, a researcher and writer on troubled children, says school officials increasingly are recognizing such a need.

54.   Muslim rebels said Sunday they would not continue peace talks with the government unless officials recognize certain southern Philippine areas as rebel-held territory.

55.   Most officials recognize the need, however, to shed the old, inefficient state structure, and try to spur economic growth with new, smaller industries.

56.   Relieved Manila airport officials said Monday they expect that warnings about the facility will be removed from American airports because U.S. Safety officials have recognized security improvements.

57.   Russian military officials recognized they faced even greater danger.

58.   State health officials recognize the risk but have few conclusive studies to guide them.

59.   Such an application would imply that the PLO officials recognized Israeli sovereignty in the city, Olmert said at the time.

60.   The beating of Justice John Broderick caused such extensive injuries to his face that a top state official could not recognize him.