31.   Among those killed or wounded were local lawmakers, three government officials and journalists who were gathered for a regular monthly meeting.

32.   An uneasy truce has prevailed since late October, when thousands of cocaleros gathered for protests in Cochabamba, the largest city near the Chapare.

33.   And just when things looked bleakest, the Mustangs gathered themselves for an improbable victory run.

34.   And so Saturday, we gathered for our first baby shower.

35.   And the weathered faces of the Old South still gather for their morning cup of coffee and the local gossip.

36.   And then he followed the sounds of music and voices into the main sanctuary where hundreds of teen-agers had gathered for a contemporary Christian music concert.

37.   And they had a favorite bar where his friends gathered for an Irish wake.

38.   And they hold on to the places they left behind by gathering for music, theater or movies from the old country, wherever that might be.

39.   And strategically placed meeting places make it possible for people to gather for impromptu or planned discussions throughout the day.

40.   Another group of business leaders, including members of Associated Industries of Florida, will gather for another closed-door session this afternoon.