61.   Manning was critical of Chretien throughout the referendum campaign that ended Monday night with a slim No vote to separation that settled little about the future of the country.

62.   Since Manning has been unable to convene Parliament, it has been unable to declare new presidential elections.

63.   While Manning was in office last year, he confronted a series of internal wrangles with heavy-handed tactics.

64.   Manning the checkpoints was the Special Presidential Division, which appeared more interested in what cars might be carrying than in the identities of their occupants.

65.   Reports have said Manning was shot twice, his ears were cut off and his firearm was stolen.