61.   But administration officials expressed confidence that congressional leaders from both parties are solidly behind the rescue plan and that it will be passed soon.

62.   But administration officials expressed equal concern about another outbreak of war, particularly an offensive by the Serbs who were mobilizing in Eastern Slavonia, between Serbia and Croatia.

63.   But administration officials privately expressed bitter disappointment with its allies, particularly the French.

64.   But American officials expressed confidence now that an agreement was within reach, especially given that both Netanyahu and Arafat have committed to a timetable for the October meeting.

65.   Bush officials have expressed concern about repeating the mistakes made by Clinton, who supported three doomed nominees during weeks of controversy, only to see each one fail.

66.   But American officials have expressed skepticism about the Saudi investigation, saying the inquiry remains incomplete.

67.   But even amid the pessimism, U.N. officials expressed hope that the conference will produce results.

68.   But company officials expressed confidence that with a new balance sheet that has lightened long-term debt, it can successfully compete in the home improvement industry.

69.   But even Chinese government officials have publicly expressed their satisfaction with the way APEC has taken shape over the past year.

70.   But Interior Department officials expressed doubt about the Lemhi request.