51.   A jump in bond yields following a Treasury note sale dimmed optimism that stronger profits can keep sending stocks to records this year.

52.   A month ago, Asian financial shocks were causing stocks to plunge and many investors to seek a haven in the bond market.

53.   A spokesman said the company still plans to sell stock to the public this fall.

54.   A spokesman for First USA said selling stock directly to shareholders has helped the company broaden its shareholder base a bit beyond institutional investors.

55.   A unit of OM Gruppen AB is seeking regulatory approval to sell options on Swedish stocks to U.S. investors.

56.   A. There are a number of companies issuing directories listing both companies with dividend reinvestment plans and companies that will sell stock directly to investors.

57.   Add more chicken stock to vegetables if they seem dry.

58.   Add the bay leaves, the remaining wine and the stock to the pan and bring to a boil.

59.   Add the chicken strips and stock to pan, and saute until the liquid has evaporated.

60.   Add the stock to the sauteed vegetables, stirring to scrape up all the savory bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.