1.   In his address, the pope spoke first in English, then in French, Russian and Spanish, and he delivered greetings in Arabic and Chinese.

2.   He also delivered greetings in Arabic and Chinese.

3.   John Paul made his speech in English, French, Russian and Spanish and delivered greetings in Arabic and Chinese.

4.   The Clintons, who were seated side by side on a chesterfield to deliver their greetings, were to spend Christmas at the White House.