1.   An investigative civil commission heard testimony from witnesses and compiled a voluminous historical record.

2.   And Thursday, the commission will hear from experts on compulsive gambling, a problem that casinos acknowledge but contend has been exaggerated by opponents.

3.   A presidential advisory commission heard sharply conflicting testimony on Tuesday about whether more government regulation was needed to define and protect the rights of health care consumers.

4.   After two years of study and deliberation, the nine-member commission had heard most of the arguments and appeals and concerns before.

5.   By and by, the landmarks commission may hear from the Gershwin.

6.   During a hearing Wednesday, the four-member commission heard from anyone with complaints about the proposed merger.

7.   In addition to a staff report on the sales problems, the commission today will hear a report from GTECH officials.

8.   That said, few people in Washington expect the deal to get voted down after the commission hears public comments on the agreement.

9.   The commission heard testimony indicating that such poisoned gadgets appeared to be distributed in volume to agents working for the government.

10.   The commission heard testimony that making false allegations of abuse was often used as a strategy to get the father kicked out of the home, Peters said.