Problem: S1: Originally discovered and developed by Eli Lilly , oritavancin was acquired by InterMune in 2001 and then by Targanta Therapeutics in late 2005 .
S2: Originally taken over by Eli Lilly , oritavancin was discovered and developed by InterMune in 2001 and in late 2005 by Targanta Therapeutics .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A: no

Problem: S1: For the first time since 1956 , the Eastern Conference Finals had neither the Celtics nor the Knicks involved .
S2: For the first time since 1956 , the Eastern Conference Finals had neither the Knicks nor Celtics participating .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A: yes

Problem: S1: Henry Cole was succeeded as caretaker of Breakheart Hill by Bailey .
S2: Bailey was replaced by Henry Cole as caretaker of Breakheart Hill .

Do S1 & S2 convey the same information?

A:
no