81.  But he insists that MCI wants offer local service to everybody.

82.  But it is proving less effective as a wedge to get into local service.

83.  But local service rates are generally expected to go up, and the result may be a wash.

84.  But MCI executives said they did not expect to be able to offer local service in California until early next year.

85.  But the FCC and the regional Bells were unable to agree on who should control the entry of new companies into the local service market.

86.  But thousands of domestic Walter Mittys are visiting for the thrill and putting a significant strain on local services.

87.  But under the new federal telecommunications law passed earlier this year, the Baby Bells can enter the long distance market when they face competition in local service.

88.  Buyers are competitors for local service as well as long-distance companies that need calls carried to homes and businesses.

89.  But two executives close to MCI said that the company kept its partner apprised of the escalating cost of getting into local service.

90.  By late Thursday, friends were gathering to talk about old times and determine whether they would host a local service to remember Cosby.