31.   After meeting with top officials from the new government, Obuchi promised quick action.

32.   Algeria promised action against a security lapse that resulted in the hijacking of a French jetliner and the murder of three hostages.

33.   Although he promised firm action, Wasmosy sent no forces to the barracks.

34.   Although promising firm action, the president sent no forces to the barracks to which Oviedo has withdrawn.

35.   Anti-abortion opponents, meanwhile, promised more action.

36.   Authorities have promised tough action against any blockade.

37.   Authorities promised disciplinary action against the police, but no one has been punished yet.

38.   Chief international administrator Wolfgang Petritsch, an Austrian, has promised stern action against instigators of the riot.

39.   Draeger, though, has promised legal action if the state tries to circumvent the will of the majority.

40.   During another smog alert Friday, officials promised action in the face of growing public outcry.