1.   Believed to be sent by supernatural beings dwelling in the hot world below, the waters were said to bestow powers of endurance upon those who drank them.

2.   But if a formal power is bestowed, the assigner should make it as specific and explicit as possible.

3.   For the ring corrupts its possessor even as it bestows great powers.

4.   He said that he supports the concept of a presidential line-item veto, but believes the power can be bestowed only by a constitutional amendment.

5.   His scheme could send hard currency to one, restore religious obedience to the other and bestow more power on the Vatican.