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What happened on March 28, 1992
ENTERTAINMENT
Label Eludes Off-Beat Different World : Eclecticism: Even Andy Robinson, known for his role in San Diego's Horsefeathers band in the '70s, doesn't know how to describe the music played by his new group, which will appear in San Diego tonight. By John D'Agostino, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
STAGE REVIEWS : The Gems and Dross of Humana Festival : Stage: Jose Rivera's 'Marisol' and David Henry Hwang's 'Bondage' spark the Actors Theatre of Louisville's annual event of new plays. By Sylvie Drake, TIMES THEATER CRITIC
Sweeney Shows Athletic Prowess By Susan King
Flutist Makes S.F.-to-S.D. Commute to Play in Quintet By Kenneth Herman
POP MUSIC REVIEW : The Talent of Luka Bloom Begins to Flower : The Irish singer's electrifying solo acoustic set at the Coach House is a tour de force that has hints of greatness. By Jim Washburn, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Singer-Dancer Borrows 'Time' By Janice Arkatov
MUSIC REVIEW : Pacific Plays Takemitsu and Beethoven : It was the Western Classical standby Third Symphony that rocked the Orange County Performing Arts Center on Thursday night. By Laurence Vittes, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Hitting the Streets for Ideas By Janice Arkatov
POP REVIEW : Jones, Lydon Ignore Punk Pasts By Mike Boehm
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Ladybugs': Dangerfield's Comic Tricks By Michael Wilmington
TV Reviews : HBO's 'Last of Tribe' Retells Indian Story By Chris Willman
TV Reviews : Couple's Values Clash in PBS' 'Doll's House' By Ray Loynd
TV Reviews : CBS' 'Heartbreaker' Charms the Vulnerable By Ray Loynd
TV Reviews : ABC's 'Gertz Story' Warns About AIDS By Lynne Heffley
O.C. POP MUSIC REVIEW : That What It Wasn't : A hard-to-take PiL and a so-so B.A.D. II and Blind Melon make for a tedious '120 Minutes.' Live, though, is lively. By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Actor Kline Narrates 'Merlin' Video By Lynne Heffley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Dr. Brain' Makes Learning a Fun Exercise By Jeane Decoster and David Crook, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Highway Heartbreaker' Revisits Road to Ruin : Movie: The television film, airing Sunday, tells the story of playboy Joseph (Mac) Duffy and the victims of his scams. By Rick Vanderknyff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
WEEKEND TV : Critics Eye Contenders for Oscars
'Life' Fulfills Her Dream : Television: Andrea Friedman, who has Down's syndrome, has parents who believe in her potential. She'll appear in ABC's 'Life Goes On,' playing a character with the disorder. By Michael Arkush, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Networks Taking the Long View : Television: By making long-term renewal deals with their series, the networks hope to keep their viewers happy. By Rick Du Brow
An Upbeat Cantata on AIDS Crisis? : Music: Unlike previous sad dirges, a new work by two UCLA professors focuses on positive aspects of survival. 'Hidden Legacies' premieres Sunday. By Daniel Cariaga, TIMES MUSIC WRITER
Retailers See a Super Tuesday : Spring Sales Hopes Are High as Major Records Hit Stores By Dennis Hunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Life Goes On' May Go Off By Michael Arkush
NEWS
'Who Shot Kennedy?'
Jackson, Limbaugh: What Balance?
Iraq
Tavris on War Between the Sexes
Tavris on War Between the Sexes
Proposition 13
Pravda's Demise
Blame for Schools Budget Shortfall
Clunkers
Letter From The Editor
Presidential Bid of H. Ross Perot
Presidential Bid of H. Ross Perot
Vi Petty; Founded Studio That Launched Rock Stars
Arthur Cronquist; Devised System of Classifying Plants
Howard Christie; Film and TV Producer
Lucy Lewis; Acclaimed American Indian Potter By Myrna Oliver, TIMES STAFF WRITER
R. E. Page; Landscaped Beverly Hills By Myrna Oliver, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Harry Orlinsky; Scholar Worked on Dead Sea Scrolls
C. C. J. Spink; The Sporting News' Former Publisher
MWD Will End Water Rationing : Conservation: District says drought is not over but mandatory cuts are no longer necessary. Local agencies are expected to ease restrictions on consumers. By Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Story Changed in Drunk Driver Furor in S.D. By Mark Platte, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MWD Will End Water Rationing : Conservation: District says drought is not over but mandatory cuts are no longer necessary. Local agencies are expected to ease restrictions on consumers. By Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lesotho Declares Food Emergency, Seeks Aid Associated Press
28 Reportedly Killed in Fighting at Mali Prison \o7 Reuters\f7
NATION IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : Judge Blocks Return of Haitian Refugees From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : BULGARIA : 20,000 Miners Strike to Protest Closures From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : THAILAND : Candidate Denies U.S. Drug Charges From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : ISRAEL : $243-Million IMF Loan Approved From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Thousands Rally for Unification of Romania, Maldova Associated Press
Peace Activist Gets 5 Years for Contempt From Associated Press
CALIFORNIA IN BRIEF : ARCATA : Steen Tells Students to Cherish Freedom From Times Staff and Wire Reports
3rd Bomb in 6 Months Damages Tax Office Associated Press
Justice Minister Suspends Hangings in South Africa From Reuters
Clinton Denies Altering Ethics Law to Exempt Himself : Democrats: He is angered by that assertion in a press report, and frustrated generally at tone of media coverage. By Sharon Lafraniere and E.J. Dionne Jr., THE WASHINGTON POST
U.S. to Buy Once-Secret Russian Space Technology By James Gerstenzang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Harris Clemency Plea Based on History of Mental Illness : Execution: Reports on condemned killer as a teen-ager detail bizarre acts, schizophrenia and suicide attempts. By Dan Morain, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : Spy vs. Spy: Campaign Dirt Game : Republicans have the jump on 'opposition research,' but Democrats are learning fast. Clinton digs in his own back yard and finds GOP shovel marks. By Sonni Efron and David Lauter, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Russia Hands Over Files on U.S. POWs By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Honig Booked; Lungren Tells Details of Case By William Trombley and Virginia Ellis, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Courts Deny Donation of Live Infant's Organs : Medicine: Child was born without a brain. Parents wanted her healthy vital parts used for transplants. By Mike Clary, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GOP Bars Critics of Bush From Trade Hearing By Jim Mann, TIMES STAFF WRITER
8 Arrested in Scheme to Sell Arms to Iraq By Paul Richter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mystery of Envoy's Slaying in Kabul May Yield Secrets : Afghanistan: President offers an open inquiry into 1979 kidnap-murder of U.S. Ambassador Adolph Dubs. By Mark Fineman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MWD Will End Water Rationing : Conservation: District says drought is not over but mandatory cuts are no longer necessary. Local agencies are expected to ease restrictions on consumers. By Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jury Told Murder Is 'Soul' of Gambino Crime Family From Associated Press
NATION IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : Madigan Examined in S&L Investigation From Times Staff and Wire Reports
NATION IN BRIEF : PENNSYLVANIA : Suspect May Have Given AIDS to Boys From Times Staff and Wire Reports
NATION IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : Former Director of Wedtech Sentenced From Times Staff and Wire Reports
EUROPE : Heavyweight MPs Leaving Political Ring : British retirees represent the last links to the World War II giants of government. By William Tuohy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SOUTHEAST ASIA : Rising Attacks on Dissidents Cast a Shadow on Cambodia By Charles P. Wallace, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Firms Libya Controls Have Assets Frozen : Sanctions: The Treasury action affects American funds of 46 multinationals. None of them are headquartered in the United States. By Robin Wright, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Says World Court Case Is a Dodge Associated Press
Extradition of Ex-Carbide Chief Sought in India From Associated Press
Jet Lands Safely After Missile Attack Over Karabakh From Times Wire Services
Russian Liberals Offer Own Constitution Plan : Government: The draft goes further than version already in circulation, allowing ethnic groups to negotiate special status. By John-thor Dahlburg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hussein Losing His Grip, but Alternative Might Be More of Same, CIA Chief Says : Intelligence: Gates says the Iraqi leader's power base is shrinking, but he refuses to predict his ouster. By John M. Broder, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Poland's Strict Budget Reflects Shift in Mood : Economics: Public and government are beginning to realize there's no painless way out of the post-Communist doldrums. By Charles T. Powers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kohl Rejects Jewish Critics of His Waldheim Meeting By Tamara Jones, TIMES STAFF WRITER
China Crackdown on Dissidents Urged : Asia: The country's top prosecutor also assails a rise in 'serious and pernicious' crimes ranging from murder to bombings. By David Holley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORLD IN BRIEF : SOUTH AFRICA : Justice Minister Suspends Hangings From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : RUSSIA : Hijackers Seize Bus, Demand Iraq Flight From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : CANADA : New York Cancels Hydro-Quebec Pact From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : HAITI : Accord to Reinstate Aristide Dealt Blow From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : ROMANIA : Rally Demands Moldova Union From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Peace Brings Conflict to Workers at Rocky Flats : Defense: Cold War's end is eliminating jobs at the nuclear weapons plant. After years of service, employees say they feel betrayed by government. By David Lamb, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Volunteer Cadre Unites, Loosely, to Draft Perot : Ballot: Backers of the Texas maverick combine revival meeting fervor and computer techniques in bid to put him in the presidential race. By Jack Cheevers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Driver Gets Probation in Dottie West Crash Associated Press
Brown Accuses Democratic Chairman of Taking Sides : Campaign: Rival says Ronald Brown is trying to corral party support for Clinton and cut off criticism. By Sam Fulwood Iii, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Tries for Focused Message Amid Distractions : Democrats: He wants to go on the attack with the issues, but finds himself defending against unfavorable press reports--and a golf game. By Douglas Jehl, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Astronauts Take Photos, Fire Gas Clouds : Atlantis: Crew captures nature's light displays and completes another experiment after electron beam gun fails. From Associated Press
Buchanan's Sunset Journey to California Seen as the Dawn of '96 Presidential Bid : Republicans: The state could bring Bush's challenger a wealth of grass-roots support and an early start on fund raising. By Cathleen Decker, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Paralyzed West Point Cadet May Graduate Associated Press
Canadian Data Joins Issues in N.Y. Jet Crash From Associated Press
Berrigan to Appeal Contempt Sentence From Associated Press
Wilson Vetoes Rival Bill to Expand Work Furloughs
Wilson Urged to Delay Hearing From a Times Staff Writer
Medical Device Follow-Up Rule Planned : Health: FDA seeks to require makers of the products to track patients so they can be notified of defects or side effects. By Edwin Chen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Birds Nip Youth Mating Game in the Bud : Wildlife: Some species disrupt adolescents' advances on females. Scientists say elders are recruiting young males to care for siblings. By Thomas H. Maugh Ii, TIMES SCIENCE WRITER
U.N. Lifts Teddy Bear Blockade of Iraq By Scott Harris, TIMES STAFF WRITER
California's U.S. Senate Races : The Campaign for the 2-year Seat : Seymour, Dannemeyer Clash at Senate Debate By Bill Stall, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
CALIFORNIA IN BRIEF : CALEXICO : Hazardous Waste Returned to U.S. From Times Staff and Wire Reports
CALIFORNIA IN BRIEF : SAN DIEGO : Judge Suspends Doctor's License From Times Staff and Wire Reports
CALIFORNIA IN BRIEF : GAVIOTA : Searchers Track, Kill Mountain Lion From Times Staff and Wire Reports
CALIFORNIA IN BRIEF : BANNING : Slain Man's Widow, Lover Found Dead From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Japanese-American Reparations Law Upheld By Sonni Efron, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BETWEEN RAINS: The city of Fullerton had scheduled a... By April Jackson and Catherine Gewertz and Jerry Hicks
BIG APPLE HIT: New York defense attorney Bruce Cutler, who... By Jerry Hicks and Catherine Gewertz and April Jackson
RAMBO SHOPPING: Sylvester Stallone, here to plug plans for... By April Jackson and Catherine Gewertz and Jerry Hicks
Angels Mired in Debt, Says Jackie Autry By Helene Elliott, TIMES STAFF WRITER
El Toro Arms Dealer Says He Was 'Set Up' By Gregory Crouch and Dan Weikel, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
MWD Board Ends Water Rationing in Southland : Conservation: Action will affect more than 300 communities plus 25 Orange County agencies. By Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BEATING TRAFFIC: For bicycle riders tired of dodging cars... By April Jackson and Catherine Gewertz and Jerry Hicks
Bruins and Trojans and Coaches, Oh My!
Is There a Method to CBS' March Madness? Fans Want to Know
Scott and Hearn Get Some Advice
Play It Again, NFL? The Story Continues
Is There a Method to CBS' March Madness? Fans Want to Know
Firing of Loyola Coach Gets a Split Reaction
Play It Again, NFL? The Story Continues
Is There a Method to CBS' March Madness? Fans Want to Know
Bruins and Trojans and Coaches, Oh My!
Bruins and Trojans and Coaches, Oh My!
Scott and Hearn Get Some Advice
Play It Again, NFL? The Story Continues
Bruins and Trojans and Coaches, Oh My!
Firing of Loyola Coach Gets a Split Reaction
Bruins and Trojans and Coaches, Oh My!
BUSINESS
Of the 100 largest publicly traded companies in Orange...
Have a Java : Coffee Makers Try Iced Versions to Attract New Drinkers and Perk Up Sales By Kevin Cullinane and Crissy Gonzalez, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Tokyo Stocks Lead Dow to Decline 36.23 : * Selloff: Investors' growing nervousness about stocks shows as tech issues are dumped and money moves into bonds. From Times Staff and Wire Services
GM Will Close Its Oldest Auto Plant in Mexico By Juanita Darling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Milken May Give Testimony for 1st Time at Friend's Trial By Scot J. Paltrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Suit Claims Natel Falsified Test Results By Ralph Vartabedian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Personal Income Growth Strongest in Three Years : * Economy: Commerce Department reports a jump in consumer spending, fueling hopes that an economic recovery has begun. By Robert A. Rosenblatt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
* Tom Burnett has been named vice president of special...
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Tax-Averse Author Will Have to Pay \o7 Associated Press\f7
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
* Gerald A. Bagg has been appointed president of Numex...
Labor From Times Staff and Wire Reports
ITT Chairman's Pay Cut, Tied to Performance From Times Wire Services
Intel Files Suit Over Cyrix's 486-SX Clone : * Technology: The firm claims infringement of four of its 386 chip patents. Cyrix has filed a countersuit. From Associated Press
Credit Companies Trade Charges : * Advertising: Visa and American Express clash over using the Olympics in their promotions. By Denise Gellene, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
* Robert L. Kirk has been appointed chairman of British...
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
* Davis Sklar has been promoted to executive vice...
* Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. said its president, Yutaka Kume...
Technology From Times Staff and Wire Reports
* John McKellen has been promoted from executive vice...
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Olympia & York Creditors to Roll Over Payments : * Negotiations: Failing property giant also got an estimated $27-million boost from stock sale. From Reuter
Lawn Mower Racing: It's Just Cut Out for Sponsors By Thomas S. Mulligan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
First Boston Names Baylis, Murphy to Two Top Posts From Times Wire Services
Consider Your Tolerance for Risk Before Investing By Kathy M. Kristof
Keating Bond Never Posted, Prosecutor Says From Associated Press
O.C. Planet Hollywood a Contender, 'Rocky' Says : * Restaurant: Stallone and other movie partners will take over Reuben's across from South Coast Plaza. Film decorations will include Darth Vader's costume and a mammoth Batman statue. By Ted Johnson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
WORKPLACE : Employment Service Helps Youths Dress for Hiring Success Compiled by Michael Flagg, Times staff writer
Workplace Compiled by Michael Flagg, Times staff writer
Irvine's PBR Commits to Missouri Project By Kevin Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Catalina Gains 40% Increase in Value of Shares By James M. Gomez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ICN Biomedicals Will Undergo Restructuring By Anne Michaud, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Work's a Beach Too : * Advertising: Graphic artist Thom McElroy and his staff get their feet wet before devising campaigns for major surf, ski and skateboard companies. By Rose Apodaca, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Economic Confidence Spurring Construction : * Housing: Builders, financial backers are planning burst of activity this summer. This is expected to lessen credit that has depressed the industry. By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pacesetter Business Properties: The Newport Beach...
Anti-Takeover Plan Is Adopted by Clothestime
Keating Bond Never Posted, Prosecutor Says From Associated Press
TouchStone Software Reports 62% Drop in 1991 Net Income
HOME & GARDEN
Coming Back to Earth By Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Show Features the Sturdiest Furniture West of the Pecos By Patrick Mott
HOME IMPROVEMENT : Fence Style Should Reflect Surroundings From Associated Press
GARDENING : Perennials' Showy Blooms Give Colorful Encores Through Fall By Karen Dardick, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Playing the Match Game With Paint By John Morell
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Briseno Was Troubled by King Arrest, Partner Says : Trial: Rookie officer testifies that one of the four men charged said immediately after the incident that the situation was handled badly and that excessive force may have been used. By Annette Haddad, UNITED PRESS INTERNATIONAL
Unmellow L.A.: Stung by the Grand Junction, Colo., ad... By Steve Harvey
Mixing Up the Signals : 'New' gag rule on abortion counseling may mean nothing new at all
A Prescription for Change? : Democrats could make a positive difference in the welfare debate
IMMIGRANT WATCH : American Dream
Term-Limitation Measures Go Local : Anti-incumbency fever is spreading
Those in the Know Say Bo Deserves a More Secure Life By John M. Glionna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Environmental Vandalism : Cluster of Vernal Pools in San Marcos Is Sprayed With Herbicide By Nancy Ray, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Orders Doctor to Stop Seeing Patients : Medicine: License is suspended in wake of charges of rape and molestation at offices in La Jolla and Encinitas. By Julie Tamaki, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Year-Round Schools Make Tracks in North County : Education: San Marcos Unified, Escondido Union Elementary prepare for schedule that was implemented 2 years ago in Vista district, where most parents have taken a liking to the new calendar. By Jonathan Gaw, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kiss the Rain Goodby--at Least for the Weekend By Paul Chavez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County Plans Periodic Closures of Libraries, Parks, Other Facilities
Taking a Peek in the Deep by Using Your Ears : Oceanography: Scientists at Scripps Institution are developing the concept of 'acoustic daylight' to penetrate the underwater darkness. By John H. Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SAN DIEGO : Life Without Parole Sought in Slaying
OCEANSIDE : Truck Driver Killed When Rig Jackknifes
OCEANSIDE : Developer of Center Files for Chapter 11
ESCONDIDO : 3 Youths Arrested in Robbery String
SAN MARCOS : Head of Investment Firms Is Indicted
SAN DIEGO : Suspended Lawyer Guilty of Practicing
SAN DIEGO : Police Suspect Gangs in Shooting Death
SAN DIEGO : Overcrowded Bar Shut Down for Week
SAN DIEGO : UCSD Extension Plans Expansion
SAN DIEGO : City Reassigns Housing Chief
SAN DIEGO : Pancreas-Kidney Recipient Released
Obituaries
Guggenheim Bounced $250,000 in Checks in '86 By Santiago O'Donnell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Study Says Lab Doesn't Raise Cancer Risk By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Allows Counties to Collect Jailing Fees : Superior Court: Ruling could mean cities must pay Ventura County $120 each time it books a prisoner. An appeal is expected. By Larry Speer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Bail in Drug Money Case Is Protested : Narcotics: Two suspects wait to enter pleas until their lawyers can read the grand jury transcript. One is held on a $500-million bond. By Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Litton Kills Its Plans for Moorpark : Defense: The major company will abandon the plant that was to be expanded to house 1,500 Data Systems employees. By Maia Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SEACLIFF : Railroad Accused of Delaying Refunds By Joanna M. Miller
EMMA WOOD BEACH : Oceanside Man, 61, Hurt in Fall By Collin Nash
OAK PARK : Students to Enter Academic Contest By Larry Speer
LAKE CASITAS : Powwow Granted Temporary Home By Larry Speer
MOORPARK : Burglars Make a Big Splash, Then Flee By Collin Nash
VENTURA : Woman Admits to Filing False Claim By Larry Speer
OXNARD : Warrant Issued for Suspect in Slaying By Caitlin Rother
CAMARILLO : Council Decides on Grant Requests By Caitlin Rother
FILLMORE : Lower Developer Fees OKd for Some By Janet Bergamo
SIMI VALLEY : Not Guilty Plea Entered in Slaying By Larry Speer
VENTURA : Educators Prepare for Earth Day With a Lesson in Ecology By Patrick Mccartney
Georgia Girl, 12, Rescued by CHP
Boy Who Fell in Pool Hospitalized
6 Students Win Awards in Anaheim Teen Contest By Herbert J. Vida
COUNTYWIDE : Ely Attempts to Halt Prosecutor's Review By Tina Daunt
Bid to Preserve Canyon Accepted : Thousand Oaks: City and conservancy will buy the land from the federal agency that took it over from a savings and loan. By Psyche Pascual, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Body Identified
Riddle of the Sphinx : CRA Is Figuring Out How to Preserve Hollywood Theater By Miles Corwin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Officer, Wife Indicted for Alleged Roles in Theft Ring : Police: Authorities say the couple stole $25,000 from check-cashing stores. Their lawyer says patrolman is being persecuted because he is a critic of the LAPD. By James Rainey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Playing Super Lotto
County Considers Closing Probation Camps : Budget: Department official says such a drastic move is the only way to make required cuts. Several supervisors say they'll fight it, and young inmates and facility officials call it a bad idea. By Richard Lee Colvin and Hector Tobar, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Partner Describes Briseno's Anger Over King Beating By Richard A. Serrano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
POMONA : Jury Recommends Death in Murder During Robbery
POMONA : Mistrial for Mother Accused of Infant's Murder
LOS ANGELES : USC Agrees to Pay Rape Victim $1.5 Million
BURBANK : 5 Firms, Property Owner Ordered to Aid Cleanup
MONTEBELLO : Protests Over Proposed School Budget Cuts Spread
LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Tax-Cut Advocate Loses Bid to Put Nickname on Ballot
Can't Unlock Steering Wheel? Join The Club : Autos: More car owners are finding that they have to call a locksmith to remove the anti-theft devices. By Penelope Mcmillan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Commission to Probe Death of Zoo Elephant By Miles Corwin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fairy-Tale Trial
Court Upholds New Trial for Man Convicted in Camarena Case : Appeal: Justices agree that federal prosecutor twisted a witness's testimony. Mexican businessman was found guilty of involvement in DEA agent's murder. By Henry Weinstein, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Motorcyclists Mount Up to Spread Faith : Ministering: Thousands of riders belong to Christian clubs throughout the country, helping motorists and sharing the word of God. \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Economic Growth in China Aids Religion, Visiting Clerics Say \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Two local anti-poverty groups have been selected as... By Rosanne Keynan
Lawyers Protest Bail of $500 Million in Drug Case By Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Annulments Are Only Option for Catholics : Divorce: Sen. Kennedy and his fiancee must invalidate their previous marriages before they can wed in a religious ceremony. Some say revision of the process is needed. \o7 From Religious News Service\f7
Outcry Grows in Freed Men's Case : LAPD: Mayor joins those calling for a grand jury investigation of charges that police pressured witnesses and suppressed evidence. By Andrea Ford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Study Finds No Increased Cancer Risk Near Lab By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COUNTYWIDE : Cloudy but Rainless Skies Are Expected By Psyche Pascual
LOS ANGELES : Candidacy Ruling Favors Antonovich By Amy Pyle
LANCASTER : Man to Stand Trial in Baby's Killing By Blaine Halley
VAN NUYS : All Charges Against Musicians Dropped By James Quinn
SANTA CLARITA : Deputy Cleared in Shooting of Man By Jim Herron Zamora
VAN NUYS : Pilot Killed in Kern County Crash By Jim Herron Zamora
The Kindest Pentagon Cut By Julio Moran, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ELECTIONS / 20th STATE SENATE DISTRICT : Roberti Far Outspends His Nine Competitors : Politics: He collected $67,675; others raised less than $40,000 altogether. Challengers criticize the size and sources of contributions to him. By Amy Pyle, TIMES STAFF WRITER
EPA Orders Firms to Share the Cost of Water Cleanup : Burbank: The five companies and a landowner must build a $2.5-million facility to help purify city well supplies contaminated by industrial pollutants. By Mayerene Barker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jackson Urges Democrats to Call Truce : Van Nuys: Auto workers and state employees hear a plea for the presidential candidates to refocus their campaigns on jobs and health care. By Jocelyn Y. Stewart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Study Says Lab Doesn't Increase Cancer Risk By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RELIGION / JOHN DART : Church Uses Its Hollywood Ties in Staging Its First Passion Play By John Dart
Bicyclist Says Thanks for River Rescue : Lifesaving: Joe Barnetson credits the firefighters who saved him from drowning in a fast-rushing creek. They even recovered his bicycle. By Jim Herron Zamora, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSLIMS: If, as anticipated, the Islamic fasting month of...
'Syringe Bandit' Case Takes a Twist : Courts: Northridge man pleads innocent to crimes. Hours later, another man uses similar method to rob dry cleaner. By Julio Moran and Jim Herron Zamora, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2 Killed in Panorama City Car Crash
Sheriff to Close Dairy at Castaic Jail : Budget: Officials say it will be cheaper to buy milk wholesale than to upgrade the facility. The operation will be shut down by mid-August. By Tracey Kaplan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rohrabacher Failed to Cover $8,956 in Checks : House bank: Conservative congressman is apologetic about only one of his eight overdrafts. He's the last member of county delegation to disclose account problems in scandal. By Art Pine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Taps for Famed Grey Ghosts : Cutback: Storied Marine fighter squadron officially disbands, a victim of Pentagon economies, after four wars' worth of valor and glory. By George Frank, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lawyer Urges Lesser Penalty for Murderer By Lily Dizon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Police Pursue Link Between Man's Murder, Double-Suicide : Investigation: Bodies of widow and her young lover are found in Banning. Detectives are pooling clues to help resolve the December homicide of the woman's husband. By Eric Young and Thuan Le, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
BREA : Teen Driver Dies as Car Slams Into Tree
COUNTYWIDE : Rehabilitation Chief Says Law Not Costly By Terry Spencer
COUNTYWIDE : Fair Board Delays Action on Racing By Robert Barker
COUNTYWIDE : Activists Protest for Haitians By Bob Elston
ANAHEIM : City Wins $4-Million Case on Parking Site By Kevin Johnson
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Pier Run Promoters Expecting a Profit By John Penner
GARDEN GROVE : Seniors to Be Fed Gulf War Chili By Robert Barker
ORANGE : 120 Back Principals on Demotion Notice By Mary Helen Berg
SAN CLEMENTE : Council Moves to Ax July 4th Party Funds By Greg Hernandez
WESTMINSTER : New Billboards Banned by Council By Jon Nalick
ORANGE : Council OKs Plans for 2 New Libraries By Mary Helen Berg
LAGUNA HILLS : Seniors Fear Losing Their '2nd Home' By Greg Hernandez
NEWPORT BEACH : Tougher Curbs on Smoking Rejected By Lisa Mascaro
Woman Whose Body Was Found in Grove Was Killed by Blow to Head
Flooded Laguna Canyon Road Reopened By Thuan Le, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Arrested in Robbery of Casino Worker
Neon Sign Sparks Fire in Yorba Linda
Anaheim Doctor's License Reinstated Pending Hearing By Vivien Lou Chen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPORTS
Weather Might Decide Whether Conner's Out : America's Cup: Koch aligns his two boats based on wind projections as defenders begin fourth round. By Rich Roberts, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Padres Sure Sheffield Will Fill Void at Third : Baseball: McIlvaine sends Bones, two minor leaguers to Brewers for the infielder. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE SOFTBALL CAL STATE NORTHRIDGE TOURNAMENT : Allen Provides Start, Finish to Matadors' 3 Wins
Baseball
Pepperdine Beats CSUN in Volleyball By Jim Coleman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SDSU Reserve Quarterbacks Impress Luginbill By Scott Miller
Kuchiki-Sand Skating Team Facing Future of Uncertainty By Randy Harvey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Forever in the Shadows : DeLaittre Meanders Through Unremarkable College Career By Jeff Meyers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CS Northridge Softball Players Play Hardball
Saugus Speedway Has New Alignment By Vince Kowalick
Swartout Breaks Swim Record at National Junior Olympics
Granada Hills' Berkowitz Named Top Basketball Player
Prep Roundup
AMERICA'S CUP UPDATE : NOTEBOOK : Defenders Believe Japanese, Kiwis Rank 1-2 Among the Challengers By Rich Roberts
Hachborn Sparks Gulls Past Roadrunners By Dana Haddad, TIMES STAFF WRITER
This Carlsbad 5000 Race to Get Off Scott Free By Kim Q. Berkshire, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Whitson's Injury Is Likely Career-Ending : Padres: Right-hander found to have a torn ligament in elbow. Discovery saddens Riddoch, teammates. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PREP ROUNDUP : Devlin Beats Camarillo in 1st Start for Simi Valley By T.C. Porter
PREP ROUNDUP : Santiago Beats Los Amigos in Baseball
PREP VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP : Momentum Swings Finally Wind Up in Irvine's Favor By Mike Reilley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mission Viejo Boys Favored at Swim Meet
TUSTIN RELAYS : In Shotput, Mancuso Has It Sized Up By Kim Kutcher, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Orange Coast Tops Saddleback in Swimming
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Titans' Popoff Beats Pacific With 4-Hitter
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S TOURNAMENT : UCLA to Face a Better Indiana Than in Opener : West final: Bruins scored an 87-72 victory over the Hoosiers in November, but they were playing without Reynolds. By Jerry Crowe, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S TOURNAMENT : Like Him or Not, He's the Reel Deal By Mike Downey
Jackie Autry: Angels May Lose $8.5 Million : Baseball: They will borrow more than ever, says co-owner, who has complete authority in running club operations. By Helene Elliott, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S TOURNAMENT : Finally Michigan Survives By Earl Gustkey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA WOMEN'S TOURNAMENT : Stanley Brings Trojan Tradition Back : West Regional: After a rough start, she has USC in the finals tonight against Stanford. By Lisa Dillman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S TOURNAMENT : Second Half, Game Belong to Ohio State : Southeast: Jackson, Funderburke lead rally in 80-73 victory over North Carolina. By Earl Gustkey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Its Bark Was Much Worse Than Its Bite By Elliott Almond
Drug-possession charges have been dropped against three... From Staff and Wire Reports
U.S. Swamps Czechoslovakia : Davis Cup: Sweeps by Agassi and Sampras give Americans a 2-0 lead. By Thomas Bonk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Track and Field From Staff and Wire Reports
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Federal Officials Detain Fetisov Temporarily in Agent Dispute Associated Press
Ruling Delayed on Tyson's Appeal Status From Staff and Wire Reports
San Francisco 49er linebacker Tim Harris, facing a... From Staff and Wire Reports
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The State Attorney's office at Port St. Lucie, Fla., said... From Staff and Wire Reports
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Gathers' Mother Is Expected to Get $545,000 : Jurisprudence: Settlement could be reached Monday. She signs document releasing Loyola, athletic director, trainer. By Maryann Hudson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
It'll Never Be the Same : Three Gold Medalists Reflect on Era That Changed Gymnastics By Maryann Hudson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FIGURE SKATING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS : Petrenko Wins; Bowman Falls but Finishes By Randy Harvey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Suspended German Swimmer a USC Recruit By Theresa Munoz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S TOURNAMENT : MEN'S EAST REGIONAL : Kentucky Seniors Don't Want Repeat of First Game By Gene Wojciechowski, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / POSTSEASON TOURNAMENTS : WOMEN'S EAST REGIONAL : Burges Play at Virginia Home for a Trip to Los Angeles Home By Theresa Munoz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NAACP Decries Photo of Knight Putting Whip on Black Player Associated Press
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / POSTSEASON TOURNAMENTS : WOMEN'S MIDEAST REGIONAL : High-Flying Western Kentucky Takes On Maryland Tonight By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / POSTSEASON TOURNAMENTS : WOMEN'S MIDWEST REGIONAL : Mississippi Plays SW Missouri State--and Fans By Pete Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJOR LEAGUES : Brewers Trade Sheffield to Padres Associated Press
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Keough Describes Being Hit by Drive By Helene Elliott
Eight Writers From Times Cited for Work by APSE
SANTA ANITA : Rain or Shine, Cool Gold Mood Will Get His Chance in San Luis Rey By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Keough Knew Dugout Was Potential Hazard : Angels: Pitcher had brought his glove with him to bench, but he had no time to react to line drive that injured him March 16 in Scottsdale. By Helene Elliott, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Forgotten Man of Bruins Makes a Curtain Call By Mike Penner
COUNTY ALL-STAR FOOTBALL GAME : Five Valencia Players Lead Nominations
Los Amigos Coach Gets an Assist From Perfect Timing : Softball: A phone call eventually resulted in a job for Shanna Flynn, who played at UCLA. Now, she's trying to turn around the Lobos' program. By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Skaters Kuchiki and Sand Facing Uncertain Future : Championships: Couple who train in Costa Mesa might be splitting after eighth-place finish. By Randy Harvey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NBA ROUNDUP : Celtics Turn the Tables on Pistons By Dan Hafner
NHL ROUNDUP : Capitals Show Canadiens How Good They Are By Dan Hafner
Lakers Dig Deeper and Beat Jazz : Pro basketball: After Chucky Brown is hurt in warm-ups, Teagle heats up in a 103-92 victory. By Mark Heisler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kings' Loss Draws Vachon's Ire : Hockey: He criticizes their play after they fall behind, 6-1, and end up losing, 6-4, to Jets. By Steve Springer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOLF PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP : Olazabal's 65 Gives Him Share of Lead From Associated Press
Floyd Leads Seniors in Japan Associated Press
GOLF DINAH SHORE : Daniel Skips Enough Rough Spots to Lead By Mal Florence, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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SAILING AMERICA'S CUP : Koch Brings Fourth Boat in Drive to Oust Conner By Rich Roberts, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / POSTSEASON TOURNAMENTS : NIT ROUNDUP : Virginia Beats New Mexico Behind Stith, 76-71 From Associated Press
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / POSTSEASON TOURNAMENTS : DIVISION II : Virginia Union Beats Cal State Bakersfield, 69-66 From Associated Press
MIDWEST REGIONAL : Georgia Tech Fights to Finish Again, but Loses in Overtime By Chris Baker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MIDWEST REGIONAL : Cincinnati Edges Texas El Paso, 69-67 By Chris Baker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Martinez Gets First Exhibition Victory By Bill Plaschke
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