1.   A Norwegian abortion opponent hinted the painting might be returned if a film against abortion were broadcast.

2.   After breaking the news over the phone to Bowling, the Metropolitan curator tried to soften the blow by suggesting that Askin would be happy to return the painting.

3.   But the Modern demurred, citing its contractual obligations to return the paintings to the foundation.

4.   Earlier this year, the French and German governments returned the paintings to the family.

5.   Eventually, Margolin said, if no one is charged with the theft he anticipates that the painting will be returned to the museum soon.

6.   He said that no one other than Luther had attempted to return a painting.

7.   In the past, the MFA has said it is willing to return the painting, but only after a definite resolution of the ownership question.

8.   One painting was returned, the other remains in the United States as the case continues.

9.   President Emil Constantinescu is to return the paintings to a medieval castle in the Transylvanian region of Romania from which they disappeared.

10.   Searle, however, has refused to return the painting.