41.   However, neither major party appeared headed toward gaining a majority in congress, making it likely they will have to seek alliances with smaller parties.

42.   It appears headed toward enactment by the Republican-controlled Congress and a likely signature by President Clinton.

43.   It has come when trade between the China and Taiwan is booming and they seemed headed toward a rapprochement.

44.   Kevin Appier appears headed toward a much longer stay in New York.

45.   Most of Europe appears headed toward loosening strict employment and business laws to spur U.S.-style job-creation.

46.   One of two rebel offensives being launched at present appears headed toward Damazin.

47.   Scandal touched an American boxer once again Sunday just as Olympic boxing seemed headed toward a relatively trouble-free finish.

48.   The bottom line at the bye is that the Giants appear headed toward the playoffs at this point.

49.   The battle between Democrat Maria Cantwell and Republican incumbent Slade Gorton for the Washington Senate seat appears headed toward an automatic recount.

50.   The current bill, which appeared headed toward Senate passage today, has been pushed by banks, credit card companies and retail-business groups.