Entire departments, including gifts, were empty, and even at the height of the lunch hour, it was easy to get a seat in the cafe.
In all, House members collected at least $6.4 million in the fees, not including free trips and other gifts.
"I've spent at least $1,000 each time, including gifts and travel," she said.
Meanwhile he amassed an $8 million campaign war chest, including large gifts from state vendors.
The price, including wines and gifts like autographed cookbooks, is $150 a person, plus tax and tip.
Studies show that doctors can be influenced by drug company inducements, including gifts and food.
Slaves had some rights including keeping gifts to them and at least three days of rest in the month.
The costs amounted to 723,000 Norwegian krones including gifts for a sum of 284,000.
The Cheneys reported $221,684 in itemized deductions, including charitable gifts of $121,983.