Aides to the mayor and the governor would not confirm the trip.

An aide to the Mayor, who asked not to be named, confirmed that an agreement had been reached.

With a nod, the aide confirmed that all the information just received was correct.

The aide could not confirm, however, that all 32 superintendents were at the meeting.

Aides from both parties who were briefed on the meeting confirmed the account.

Aides to members of the state delegation from Westchester confirmed that the promise had been made.

This provision has not been widely reported, but business lobbyists and Congressional aides confirmed today it was in the bill.

A moment later, the aide confirmed his guess.

Mr. Bush's aides would not release the letter, but confirmed excerpts that have been reported by several news organizations.

An aide to Mr. Giuliani confirmed the call, and said a meeting could happen over the next few days.