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What happened on August 03, 1993
ENTERTAINMENT
THEATER REVIEW : 'Luck': A Black and Blue Journey : James Lapine's comedy at the La Jolla Playhouse is a viciously funny work in progress that is also brutally graphic. But the plucky spoof could use a good ending. By Sylvie Drake, TIMES THEATER CRITIC EMERITUS
As Robert Townsend Sees It : He's Fighting Stereotypes With 'Meteor Man' and New TV Show By Greg Braxton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Art of Making 'Money' : Films: Philip Haas' 'Money Man' follows artist J.S.G. Boggs as he tries to get people to take his artwork instead of money. The United States follows Boggs too. By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Chief Out at Palm Springs Film Fest : Movies: Citing 'creative differences,' artistic director Darryl Macdonald resigns to head a new festival on Long Island. By Amy Dawes, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Stout of Heart : With This Jazz Trumpeter (and Irvine Resident), Straight-Ahead Is Made for Melodious Detours By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Television Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
JAZZ ALBUM REVIEW : Eric Marienthal's Talent Gets Lost in Musical Mix By Bill Kohlhaase, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Weekend Box Office : 'Rising Sun' Rises to the Top By David J. Fox
ART / CATHY CURTIS : Taking a Critical Look at the Role of the Critic By Cathy Curtis
On the Long Road With Michael Franks : Pop music: For the singer-songwriter, the travails of touring are a necessary part of life. 'It's just what I have to do when I've got a new recording in release.' By Don Heckman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Sunset' Sets a Record By Barbara Isenberg
L.B. Opera to Stage 'Carmen' at the Ford
NEWS
Divide and Conquer
Smoking Ban in Restaurants
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Government Aid
Ancient Forests
Flying Blind Across the the Pacific : Geopolitics: Asia seethes with change, but Clinton reappoints the Carter Administration and shuns those with area expertise. : If President Clinton does not do these things soon, he risks seeing his own party go the way of Japan's Liberal Democrats. By Chalmers Johnson, \o7 Chalmers Johnson, professor emeritus of Pacific international relations at UC San Diego, is the author of "MITI and the Japanese Miracle" (Stanford University Press). \f7
Red-Tape Reforms
Library School
Count Edward Raczynski; Former Polish Diplomat to Great Britain
Edward Breck; Former Chairman of Hair Care Company
Thomas P. Pike; Industrialist Led Fight Against Alcoholism By Burt A. Folkart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Elmar Klos; Czech Filmmaker won Academy Award in '66
Smoking Ban Kicks In at All L.A. Restaurants By James Rainey and Richard Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
It's Push Comes to Shove Time on Budget Bill By Karen Tumulty, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sentencing Expert Urges Leniency for Koon, Powell : King beating: Lawyer says federal guidelines he helped draft do not fully apply to such an 'unusual' case. By Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Four Corners Virus Confirmed in 2 Calif. Deaths By Paul Jacobs, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rocket With Spy Satellite Explodes Just After Launch : Space: Loss of Titan IV may be costliest mishap since Challenger. Debris disintegrates over Pacific Ocean. By Robert Lee Hotz, TIMES SCIENCE WRITER
NATO Approves Air Strikes Plan to Block Serbs By Art Pine and David Lauter, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Mexico Sending Books, Teachers to L.A. Schools By Stephanie Chavez, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
Budget Deal Sealed as the Battle Lines Form in Congress : Economy: Clinton will tout the compromise bill in a speech tonight. Plan would cut the deficit by $496 billion over five years. House and Senate to vote by week's end. By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
IRS Alleges Worker Fraud and Snooping By Stephen Barr, THE WASHINGTON POST
COLUMN ONE : Hawaii in the Jaws of a Dilemma : Oahu surfers say deadly sharks lurk beneath the waves, but state officials say it's just a wave of hysteria. Some residents want the sharks left alone, but no one wants tourists to go away. By Pete Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Buying Ferrari Arrested in Kidnaping : Crime: Ray Marion Cuddy, who is unemployed, had been paying for the $183,000 car in $100 bills. The same denomination was used to pay ransom for a Las Vegas mogul's daughter. By Richard Core and Maria L. La Ganga, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
2 Men Plead Guilty in 'Gay Bashing' Case : Courts: They will receive reduced sentences for admitting the attack in Laguna Beach. Charges included the commission of a hate crime. By Mark I. Pinsky, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Law to Curb Will-Drafting Abuses : Estates: Lawyers are restricted in giving themselves gifts when writing wills and trusts. Change is made after reports of an attorney who netted millions of dollars. By Eric Bailey and Davan Maharaj, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Hot and Bothered : Brush Fire, Record Heat Test Northern California's Mettle By Eric Malnic and Jenifer Warren, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Jury Deadlocked in Murder Case Against Landlady : Courts: Boardinghouse owner's lawyers have argued that the deaths of tenants buried in her back yard were accidental\o7 .\f7 Panel is hung up on all nine counts. By Richard C. Paddock and Carla Norton, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Justices Declare a Mistrial in Overton Murder Case By Dan Weikel and Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Tutu Calls for Peacekeepers in South Africa \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Britain Formally Ratifies Treaty on European Union \o7 Reuters\f7
U.S. Tries to Restart Mideast Talks : Diplomacy: In Egypt, Christopher meets with Mubarak on first leg of weeklong trip. But neither offers hope that process will resume quickly. By Michael Parks and Art Pine, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Palestinian Hijacks Bus in Gaza City, Kills Israeli Official \o7 From Associated Press\f7
President May Be Betting on Voters Having a Short Memory : Several governors have employed a policy known as 'tax and mend,' in which they raised taxes early on, giving them time to weather electorate's wrath. By Ronald Brownstein, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Bosnia Leader Puts Brakes on Peace Talks : Balkans: He demands that Serbs withdraw from strategic peak close to Sarajevo. Serbs are said to pledge withdrawal. By John-thor Dahlburg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Russian Leader of Troubled Region Slain : Caucasus: Gunmen ambush administrator in conflict-racked North Ossetia. By Sonni Efron, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.N. Troops Begin Cambodia Pullout \o7 Associated Press\f7
Ruble Still Georgia's Pick for Currency \o7 Associated Press\f7
Fear of Fire, Flood Keeps St. Louis Jittery : Disaster: Flood wall seepage poses threat to a 25-mile-long industrial area. Homes face peril from 51 propane tanks floating on the Mississippi. By Judy Pasternak, This story was reported by Times staff writers Marc Lacey, Judy Pasternak, Richard A. Serrano and Edith Stanley. It was written by Pasternak
Girl in Child Swap Case Doesn't Want to See Biological Parents \o7 Associated Press\f7
Sobbing Toddler Returned to Her Biological Parents \o7 From Times Wire Services\f7
Perot Mum on Discrepancy in Budget Figures : Economy: The Texas billionaire has little to say about his self-touted blueprint. Experts claim it falls $425 billion short of closing the gap. By Paul Richter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Reagan Criticizes Budget Package \o7 Reuters\f7
Networks Will Televise Speech \o7 Associated Press\f7
Children's Ad Is a Ruse in Insurance Industry Rivalry : Politics: Advertisement claiming big business is getting tax breaks while kids go hungry was one faction's attempt to get a tax break. By James Risen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ginsburg All but Certain to Be Confirmed to High Court Today \o7 Associated Press\f7
Drug Firm Faces Action on Marketing : Medicine: FDA and Justice Department take a new tack in enforcement. Company is accused of misleading promotion of its colitis medication. By Marlene Cimons, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FDA Approves New Epilepsy Drug \o7 Associated Press\f7
Woman Gets 24 Years in Prison for Bombing \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Wilson's Campaign Money Machine Lags : Finances: Since January, the governor has raised more than rivals Garamendi and Kathleen Brown. But he has spent most of it on debts incurred last year. By Dan Morain, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Groups Sue Over Endangered Species List : Wildlife: Environmentalists seek reversal of ruling that lifted protection of Mohave ground squirrel. State claims rodent is no longer threatened with extinction. By Marla Cone, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
Aspin Promises to Blunt Effects of Closing U.S. Bases : Military: The defense secretary tells local officials of plans to expedite the conversion of the facilities to civilian uses and clean up more pollution on the sites. By James Bornemeier, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mistrial Ruled in Dana Point Murder Case By Dan Weikel and Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kidnap Suspect Arrested as He Buys Ferrari at O.C. Dealer By Maria L. La Ganga and Richard Core, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
2 Plead Guilty in O.C. 'Gay Bashing' : Court: Pair attacked a man, 55, in Laguna they thought was homosexual. By Mark I. Pinsky and Thuan Le, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Mexico Sending Books, Teachers to L.A. Schools : Education: The 40,000 texts and 20 instructors are called an 'immediate benefit' for the struggling district. By Stephanie Chavez, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
NOT SO FINE: If you're in a hurry, and \o7 must\f7 park... By Bob Elston and Jerry Hicks and Jodi Wilgoren
Smoking Ban Kicks In at All L.A. Restaurants By Richard Simon and James Rainey, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
FOG VS. SUN: With the return of summer heat, the DWP urges...
Bosnia Teen-Ager in 'Paradise' : Medicine: Specialized surgery in L.A. may help Mirela Kerla see. A man undergoes surgery for a leg wound at Irvine Medical Center. By Sheryl Stolberg, TIMES MEDICAL WRITER
Hot and Bothered : Brush Fire, Record Heat Test Northern California's Mettle By Jenifer Warren and Eric Malnic, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Hot and Bothered : Brush Fire, Record Heat Test Northern California's Mettle By Eric Malnic and Jenifer Warren, TIME STAFF WRITERS
At Least 8 Climbers Killed on Mt. Blanc \o7 Reuters\f7
Severe Ukraine Floods \o7 Reuters\f7
MISSING LINKS: Thousand Oaks has some of Ventura County's... By Gary Gorman
World IN BRIEF : NORTH KOREA : U.S. Official Assails Missile Development From Times Staff and Wire Reports
World IN BRIEF : IRAQ : Baghdad Again Claims Kuwait From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Ruins of 4 Mayan Towns Found in Belize \o7 Associated Press\f7
Girl Held as a Symbol of Health Reform Dies \o7 Associated Press\f7
BOOK REVIEW : Curing TB: A Victory Declared Too Soon : THE FORGOTTEN PLAGUE: How the Battle Against Tuberculosis Was Won--and Lost \o7 by Frank Ryan, M.D.\f7 ; Little, Brown and Company $24.95; 460 pp. By Bettyann Kevles, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Train Crash Was a Hit With the Crowd By Bill Higgins
The Relatives Are Coming! : 'Having in-laws stay over is like an Olympic competition,' says one hostess. 'I wish I only had to endure this grueling event every four years.' By Julie Bawden Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
They Ate So Others Might Not Go Hungry By Kathryn Bold
Alternative Care for Mentally Ill : Health: Programs allow patients to forgo lengthy hospital stays for nights at home and a chance to practice what they've learned. By Shari Roan, TIMES HEALTH WRITER
PERSONAL HEALTH : When Labor Ends, Real Work Begins
Leapin' Lizards! : Henry Schiff wanted company, so he bought a pet iguana. Now he's Henry Lizardlover, living in a reptilian paradise with a fleet of 30. By Irene Lacher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
When Big Bob Boogies, Spirits Soar By John M. Glionna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
To Regain Shape After Pregnancy, Start With Baby Steps By Kathleen Doheny
Documentary : The Ups--and Downs--of the Philippines : A correspondent reminisces on 4 years covering a country of conflicting images. By Bob Drogin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Regional Outlook : Buried Balkan Tension Rumbling to Surface : Outside world's actions are too little, too late to keep the ethnic conflict in Bosnia from spreading, observers fear. By Carol J. Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
JERUSALEM : Trolling for Peace
LA PAZ : New President
TOKYO : Transfer of Power
KINGSTON : Pope on the Move
Media : Iraqis Plugging In to Youth TV : Racy rock videos, American TV shows keep viewers glued to the screen. The man behind the venture--Saddam Hussein's son. By Mark Fineman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Next Step : Radio Free Listeners Send Loud, Clear Signal to Budget Cutters : Cold-War era stations are saved by fervent letters of support from audience. But the future remains fuzzy. By Norman Kempster and Tyler Marshall, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
The Press : Current Events
Culture : Kenyan Villagers' Suspicions, Fears Spark Deadly Witch Hunt : Evil lurks beneath the tranquil facade of two highland districts, where vigilantes have burned to death 44 men and women accused of practicing harmful witchcraft. By Tammerlin Drummond, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Profile : Serbia's Ultranationalist Leader Emerges as Formidable Political Force By Laura Silber, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Profile : Social Critic Crusades Against Brazil Hunger : Once an exile, fragile-looking Herbert de Souza has become a potent symbol in a war on poverty. By Mac Margolis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Changing Lifestyles : Countries Flee 'Ruble Zone' for Uncharted Territory : Across the former Soviet Union, new currencies emerge as a symbol of sovereignty and faith in the free market. By Richard Boudreaux, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BUSINESS
Lawyers Bar 'Miller Time' After Joke Associated Press
TV Industry Criticized for Contributing to Violence : Programming: Executives at summit balk at accusation but say they are willing to help solve national problem. From Associated Press
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Dow Rallies After EC Acts on Currencies : Market Overview From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Environment From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Mixed Reports Point to Hesitant Growth : Economy: Manufacturing sector contracts, while construction activity jumps, spurred largely by public spending. From Times Wire Services
Dow Rallies After EC Acts on Currencies : Market Overview From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
BMI Unveils Pact for Use of Music in the Workplace
Steven Bickel to Head International Sales at Goldwyn
Music: Someday, Polygram and Motown will be together... By James Bates
Hard-Money Loans Can Lead Borrower to Harder Times By Ron Galperin
Bigger and Better: Satellite Technology Management Inc...
Newport Systems Picks Chief Financial Officer
Tustin Split Breaks Ground : Jurisprudence: Divorce California style has new significance for business. Spouse gets a look at the books. By Susan Christian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Too \o7 Pluribus\f7 for \o7 Unum\f7 : Exchange System Collapse Blow to Hope for Union By Scot J. Paltrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TV Industry Warned: Curb Violence or Congress Will : Entertainment: Sen. Simon tells industry leaders they must voluntarily begin to clean up shows within 60 days. By Greg Braxton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Guess Founder to Step Down as Chairman, CEO : Clothing: Georges Marciano also will sell back his stake in the jeans maker. No reason was given for his departure. From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Too \o7 Pluribus\f7 for \o7 Unum\f7 : Now to Fulfill the Promise of Berlin Wall's Fall By James Flanigan
'The Heidi Factor' Puts Hollywood in a Spin By Alan Citron
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Health Care From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Retailing From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Telecommunications From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Bill Collectors Accused of Going Too Far : Collections: Employees of giant Payco American illegally pressured debtors, a federal complaint alleges. By Denise Gellene, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Economy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Entertainment From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Environment From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Domestic Market Share
Focuson Entertainment Stocks
Jury Selected in Shiley Heart Valve Defect Trial : Liability: A San Diego woman is seeking damages for emotional suffering caused by worrying that implanted device will fail. By James M. Gomez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pacific Scientific Buys Brushless-Motor Manufacturer By Debora Vrana
Catalogue Firms Are Narrowing Their Focus to Remain Afloat By Bruce Horovitz
TECHNOLOGY : Former Director Turns Archive Corp. Buyout Into Opportunity, New Firm Compiled by Dean Takahashi, Times staff writer
Ingram Micro Buys Assets
Stock Price Boost: Security Environmental Systems said its...
Varco Posts Profit of $1.4 Million
Brajdas Corp.: The Garden Grove company, which conducts...
Gateway Communications Inc.: The Irvine manufacturer of...
Eldorado Bancorp: The parent company of Eldorado Bank in...
Landmark Bancorp: The parent company of Landmark Bank in...
Hughes Wins Saudi Air Traffic Pact
Care Enterprises Inc.: The Tustin provider of in-patient...
Microsemi Corp.: The Santa Ana maker of custom...
CAM Data Systems Inc.: The Fountain Valley producer of...
Pioneer Bancorp: The holding company for Pioneer Bank in...
TIG Losses Widen Due to Cost of Transamerica Move
WellPoint Reports Profit Decline of 21% in Quarter
Zenith Insurance Reports Doubling of Income
K-Swiss Inc. Profit Up 40% for 2nd Quarter
Rexhall Credits Expansion for Profit Turnaround
Hard Times Continue for Area Banks, Thrifts : Earnings: Three of the region's largest financial institutions incur quarterly losses. Two others see their profits erode from a year earlier. By Jill Bettner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woodland Hills Firm Wins Army Contract
Camera Platforms Finishes Purchase of Panther Corp.
Roy Disney Completes Purchase of Malrite Unit
News Corp. Receives Rights to Image Stock
Paramount Sues Over Dick Clark TV Special : Entertainment: The studio, which produces 'Hard Copy,' says his production company stole trade secrets. By Jonathan Gaw, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dole Sells $400 Million in Notes to Refinance Debt
Pollution Research to Install Systems Abroad
New Image Gets Japan Order for Dental Cameras
Health Net Inc. Receives Grant for Diabetes Study
Independent Telemedia Posts 2nd-Quarter Loss
El Camino Profit for '93 Rises 10% on Sales Surge
ARCS Mortgage Reports Rise in Loan Originations
Riverboat Gambling Pays Off for Players Intl. : Calabasas: After years of swallowing losses on another venture, the company posts a $6.3-million profit in latest quarter. By Don Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Keeline-Wilcox Pays Off $4 Million in Debts By Jack Searles
Essence Completes Work on Oil Tanker Monitors By Jack Searles
Rexon Expects Restructuring to Lead to 3rd-Quarter Loss By Jack Searles
TSL Seeks Bankruptcy Protection for 2nd Unit By Jack Searles
Patio Furniture Maker to Remain in Oxnard By Jack Searles
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Eat a chocolate, go to court: A downtown jewelry salesman... By Steve Harvey
Seashore Exhibit in Great Indoors By Nona Yates
A 'Sausage' Budget Down to the Wire : Clinton tries to close the deal tonight
When Deception Boomerangs
The Next Move Is Syria's : Will Damascus now move to eliminate the threat from Hezbollah?
TV WATCH : Under the Gun
PERSPECTIVE ON ABUSE : Should the Law Blame the Victim Who Takes Revenge? : Is lethal force ever allowable? Can one be 'insane' yet accountable? Three current cases show the variety of defenses. By Peter Arenella, \o7 Peter Arenella is a professor of criminal law at UCLA Law School. \f7
Obituaries
Monthly Report : What the bulk of July's mail concerned
Costa Mesas : Free Tickets Offered for Band Concert By Bill Billiter
Boiler Blamed for Fatal Explosion at El Torito : Tragedy: The two daughters of Antonio De Santiago, a serious but fun-loving man, say they lost their best friend. By Alicia Di Rado, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Medflies Discovered in Westminster Trap : Agriculture: The finding is the largest in the county since a widespread 1990 infestation. Officials will battle the fruit pest with a quarantine and malathion pesticide sprayed from the ground. By Eric Young, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wilson Signs Bill to Protect Estates of the Elderly : Legislation: State measure restricts lawyers from making themselves beneficiaries of clients' holdings. It was prompted by the actions of an attorney who prepared wills for Leisure World residents. By Eric Bailey and Davan Maharaj, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Boiler Blamed for Fatal Explosion at El Torito : Accident: Pressure buildup in a water heater led to blast, Newport officials say. Restaurant will pay for bartender's funeral. By Jodi Wilgoren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Father Mike Brings Joy to Disabled By Anna Cekola
HUNTINGTON BEACH : After Losing $77, Pier Run in Jeopardy By Robert Barker
LA PALMA : City to Consider Ban on Pigeon Feeding By Martin Miller
SAN CLEMENTE : Council Recall Group Still Needs Signatures By Anna Cekola
LAKE FOREST : Council to Consider $13.7-Million Budget By Frank Messina
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Jewelry, Car Stolen by Home Invaders By Frank Messina
Countywide : Mission Viejo Wants El Toro Panel Spot By Shelby Grad and Frank Messina
WESTMINSTER : Senior Apartments Damaged by Blast By David Reyes
FULLERTON : Smart Moves Builds Teens' Self-Respect By Willson Cummer
BREA : Hearing to Be Held Tonight on Budget By Bert Eljera
NEWPORT BEACH : Police Chief Sworn In; Promises Healing By Jodi Wilgoren
FULLERTON : After 5 Hours, Man Surrenders to Police By Len Hall and Willson Cummer
SANTA ANA : Homicide Weighed After Car Kills Man By Len Hall
IRVINE : College Foundation Appoints New Board By Shelby Grad
Suspect in Newport Pier Slaying Released From Jail : Investigation: District attorney concludes that the 18-year-old man, whom police say is an Ontario gang member, has not been identified as the gunman. By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Parade of Animals Heralds Arrival of Circus in Anaheim : Entertainment: Youngsters cheer as elephants lead the way to arena for tonight's opening show. By Terry Spencer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Easing a Bit of Bosnia's Pain : Victims: Last year, a grenade exploded in Mirela Kerla's face. A journey to L.A. for surgery brings her 'from hell into paradise.' By Sheryl Stolberg, TIMES MEDICAL WRITER
Blind Youngsters' Plans for Lake Trip Hit Rough Water : Finances: County's demand for $500 fee almost sinks water-skiing outing. But there's still a ripple of hope. By Hugo Martin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Officials Can't Lift a Finger to Curb Fraud By Virginia Ellis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
An Offbeat Patrol : Police: Tim Wienckowski is more concerned with off-roaders and dumpers than gangsters and taggers. He is the LAPD's only full-time officer to patrol the rugged turf that rims the San Fernando Valley. By Michael Connelly, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County Called Lax in Handling of Lawsuits : Litigation: Disjointed system wastes millions in taxpayer funds, study finds. An official disputes the figures and conclusions reached. By Frederick M. Muir, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HOLLYWOOD : Reservoir to Temporarily Be Closed to Recreation
LOS ANGELES : 2.5 Million Ride Red Line in First 6 Months of Service
SHERMAN OAKS : $1.5 Million OKd for Senior Citizen Housing Complex
WESTWOOD : Acid Cloud Forces 100 to Evacuate UCLA Building
Charges Likely in Hollywood Madam Case, Attorney Says
LOS ANGELES : Fisher Pleads Not Guilty to Racist Bomb Plot Charge
HOLLYWOOD : 2 Held as Suspects in Death of Movie Sound Producer
LOS ANGELES : Youth Gets 6 Years for Assault During Riots
Computer Experts Testify on Will in Menendez Case : Trial: One says the older brother asked him to make sure none existed in the family computer. Another says he could tell files had been erased. By Alan Abrahamson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2.1% Increase in Property Tax Revenue Is Lowest in 20 Years By Frederick M. Muir, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Court Releases 45-Page Denny Case Survey : Law: The 116 questions cover topics such as race relations and law enforcement. Defense attorneys worry that many prospective panelists have made up their minds. By Ashley Dunn, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Completion of Marina Project Placed on Hold : Ventura Harbor: The renovation of company's six docks winds up this week. But with a 15% slip vacancy rate, work on the remaining three will now have to wait. By Peggy Y. Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Vandals Throw Firebombs at 3 Camarillo Homes : Crime: The use of Molotov cocktails makes the attacks a felony offense. No one was injured in weekend incidents. By Julie Fields, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
2 Cities May Take Over Libraries : Budget: Angered by cuts in operating hours, Simi Valley and Moorpark are considering checking out their branches from the county system. By Phil Sneiderman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Field Hockey League Considering 2 Sites for Stadium : Athletics: Moorpark College and a Camarillo school are possible locations for the artificial turf needed for Olympics training. By Maia Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Perez Ferguson Violated Federal Campaign Laws : Elections: Former Democratic congressional candidate accepted illegal $4,000 contribution but did not pay it back until a complaint was filed. By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
VENTURA : Suspect in Rape Case Pleads Not Guilty By Jeff Mcdonald
OXNARD : Bus Driver Steers Way to U.S. Competition By Sara Catania
VENTURA : Teacher to Run for City Council Seat By Peggy Y. Lee
OXNARD : Charges Dropped in Fatal Bar Stabbing By Jeff Mcdonald
CAMARILLO : Officials to Choose New School's Name By Maia Davis
THOUSAND OAKS : Searchers Unable to Find Missing Family By Maia Davis
THOUSAND OAKS : Eagle Scout Aspirant Plans to Help Seniors By Stephanie Simon
MOORPARK : Development Plan to Be Considered By James Maiella Jr.
MOORPARK : Judge Rules Evidence of Beating Relevant By Jeff Mcdonald
VENTURA : Activist Designs Latino Role Model Poster By Julie Fields
Foundation Seeks Grant Applications By Sara Catania
Obituaries
Awards Given for Show-Stopping Street Scenes : Thousand Oaks: City's most beautiful buildings are rewarded in competition. Winners will be honored by council members tonight. By Brenda Day, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Officials to Consider Hiring of Consultant to Design Links in Santa Rosa Valley : Thousand Oaks: But the idea of a golf course in the remote area has environmentalists lined up against recreation enthusiasts. By Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fee Could Sink Plan for Youths' Lake Trip : Budget cuts: County wants $500 from a group taking blind children water-skiing. There is a glimmer of hope that the charge will be waived. By Hugo Martin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Accident Kills Man Suspected of Carjacking : Crime: Police say he was fleeing a holdup scene at high speeds in the stolen car when it veered onto the San Diego Freeway shoulder and flipped. By Michael Connelly, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TARZANA : Tourney Aids Asthma Fund and Awareness By Carmen Valencia
Making A Difference in Your Community : Spreading the Word About Vegetarianism By James Zoltak
ENCINO : Hearing Scheduled on Water Standards By Scott Glover
GRANADA HILLS : Removal of Crossing Guard Protested By Susan Byrnes
AGOURA HILLS : Council Alters Ballot Measure Summary By Kurt Pitzer
AGOURA HILLS : 2 Incumbents May Not Seek New Terms By Kurt Pitzer
PANORAMA CITY : Community Service 'Volunteers' Decline By James Zoltak
BURBANK : Council to Decide on Full Broadcast By Ed Bond
GLENDALE : Panel OKs Architect's Plans for Elks Lodge By Tommy Li
BURBANK : State Backs Local Electric Car Project By Ed Bond
SAN FERNANDO : Uniforms Made an Option at 3rd Valley School By Carmen Valencia
SHERMAN OAKS : $1.5 Million OKd for Senior Housing By Scott Glover
VAN NUYS : Homeowners Oppose Day-Laborer Plan By Jeff Schnaufer
Robber Says Shooting Was Unintentional : Jurisprudence: On trial for murder, Howard Derrick Holt testifies that he knew the risks of his career, but that killing was not among them. By Ann W. O'Neill, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Boeckmann Still Sees Human Relations as Vital to Police Training By Michael Connelly
2 Experts Testify About Will : Crime: One computer technician says Lyle Menendez asked to make sure none was in family computer. Another says he could tell files were erased. By Alan Abrahamson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jury Expected to Get Slaying Case : Trial: The defendant is accused of strangling his former wife with piano wire. He faces the death penalty. By Julio Moran, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Accused of Setting Woman Afire : Crime: The victim is listed in critical but stable condition. The ex-boyfriend is arrested near her home shortly after the attack. By Chip Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hungarian-Language Paper Accused of Anti-Semitism : Racism: Uj Vilag harangues against Jews, blaming them for a host of the Eastern European nation's ills. Opponents say its rhetoric revives old hatreds. By Hector Tobar, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Trial Ordered in Brinks Holdup By John Chandler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Company Donates $55,000 to College
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : AIDS Committee on Penny Drive to Raise $10,000
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Bids Accepted for Weighing System : Transportation: State officials say the high-tech device will monitor wear and tear on the Golden State Freeway. Truckers fear more traffic citations. By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
TENNIS / LOS ANGELES TOURNAMENT : O'Brien Tees Off on Woodforde in First Round By Thomas Bonk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BOWLING : Stus Takes the Early Lead in Senior Open
And Denver Has Dropped to Sea Level By Eric Shepard
Notes on a Scorecard By Allan Malamud
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : White Leads Blue Jays With One Last Blast, 4-0 From Associated Press
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Brushbacks, Brawl Mar Cubs' Victory From Associated Press
LOCAL NOTES : Philman Wins Again, This Time With Grandfather Watching By Ray Glier
USGA GIRLS' JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS : Koizumi Well Placed Despite Late Bogeys By Martin Beck, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Three Peat Wins at Del Mar \o7 Associated Press\f7
Taverns' TVs Get a Cold Reception : Pro football: The NFL turns up the legal heat on bars near Cleveland that use large antennas to pull in broadcasts of Brown home games. By Bill Plaschke, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Marinovich Sees Tide Turn Again : Crowded Raider Camp Threatens to Imperil Up-and-Down Career By Steve Springer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
He's Crying Magic Much Too Often : Basketball: Johnson's on-again, off-again talk of extending his career is beginning to wear. By Bill Plaschke, TIMES STAFF WRITER
His Talent Isn't Worth Price By Jim Murray
A Record $173 Million Buys Orioles By Ross Newhan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TENNIS / LA COSTA TOURNAMENT : Quentrec Has Good Win, Now Needs Good Luck By Bob Wolf, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Rockets Release Floyd, Trade Pick for Elie From Staff and Wire Reports
Boston's Biggest Funeral Remembers Celtics' Lewis From Newsday
Dodgers On Deck By Maryann Hudson
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Teams Make an Emotional Visit to Hall By Maryann Hudson
Angels On Deck By Elliott Teaford
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Marlins' Sheffield Has Sore Shoulder \o7 Associated Press\f7
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Hobert: Jaeger Can Have His Job Back By Steve Springer
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Kinchen Takes an Important Test By T.J. Simers
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : 18 Days Late, Mirer Throws For Seattle \o7 Associated Press\f7
HORSE RACING : The Sheiks Don't Need Us Now By Andrew Beyer, WASHINGTON POST
D.A.'s Report Is Expected Today on Incident Involving Coleman By Brian Jaramillo
SAILING / RICH ROBERTS : Death of Gardini May Open Doors of Support for Italians' Cup Bid By Rich Roberts
His Feet Don't Fail Him Now : Soccer: Paulinho grew up playing the game barefoot in Brazil, now he's wearing cleats and is one of Salsa's top scorers and among the league's most exciting players. By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
This Guy's Life Has Had More Than One Excellent Adventure : Travel: Costa Mesa businessman Charlie Gibbs leads would-be explorers in search of exotic cultures and dive spots. By Barbie Ludovise, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bad-Boy Bailey Adds Some Attitude to Ram Team Short on Personality By T.J. Simers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
He's Not Fearless, but He Is a Leader : Baseball: Shortstop Gary DiSarcina is only in his second year, but he's already a stabilizing force for the Angels. By Elliott Teaford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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