41.   But if work in this area feels earthbound, the show gets a lift from a healthy infusion of humor elsewhere.

42.   Canadian bonds may be getting a lift from optimism in the U.S. that inflation is under control.

43.   Chipmaking equipment stocks also got a lift from the notion that a strong economy will help so-called cyclical companies, analysts said.

44.   Corporate bonds may also get a lift from investors who used to put more of their cash in mortgage-backed securities.

45.   David Ogrin got a lift, literally, from a surprise friend.

46.   Elderly shareholders have the option of getting a lift to the site.

47.   Energy and transportation issues also got a lift from strong earnings.

48.   Food processors such as CPC International Inc., makers of Mazola corn oil, could get a lift in profits as corn refining costs ease.

49.   Futures got a lift because today is the last day of trading for the December contract, traders said.

50.   Harris added that he likes being able to pick his spots as to when to insert Van Exel into the lineup with the hope of getting a lift offensively.