31.   In financial markets today, bonds were lower in midday New York trading on signs of continued strength in the economy.

32.   In financial markets, bonds were lower in late New York trading on signs of continued strength in the economy.

33.   In Washington, two separate groups held meetings, the National Prayer Breakfast and the Christian Coalition, proving the continued strength religion exerts in our public life.

34.   Investors apparently are hoping that continued strength at chipmakers will drive demand for more production equipment.

35.   It reflects the continued unexpected strength of the U.S. economy and the U.S. financial markets, economists say.

36.   Kansas City trader Kirk Vietti said continued strength in technology stocks and Nasdaq issues boosted the Value Line.

37.   Meantime, continued economic strength may help strengthen the prospects of corporations and build investors confidence in the ability of junk-rated companies to service their debts.

38.   Meanwhile, even though economic growth moderated significantly in the April-June quarter, there were plenty of signs of continued strength in the latest figures.

39.   Much of the increase is from continued strength in refinancing of mortgages.

40.   Not all economists find the signs of deceleration convincing, pointing to continued strength in home sales and industrial production.