41.  United Water officials expect all regulatory agencies to clear the deal within three months.

42.  United officials also were in Washington Monday to present their case separately to the National Mediation Board.

43.  United officials confirmed the UAL Corp. board of directors was in session at what was expected an all-day meeting.

44.  United officials declined to say whether the UAL Corp. board of directors was considering replacing Goodwin, despite widespread industry speculation.

45.  United officials in Tokyo were not immediately available.

46.  United officials maintain the airline is committed to seeking a fair and equitable contract for workers.

47.  United officials on Friday won a court order preventing its mechanics from staging a work slowdown as the busy holiday season begins.

48.  United Airlines officials in Tokyo were unavailable for comment early Tuesday morning.

49.  United Healthcare officials did not return calls seeking a comment.

50.  United officials believe that shows deliberate planning.