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What happened on December 18, 1993
ENTERTAINMENT
POP BEAT : Diamond in the Rough Still a Hit With Fans By Don Heckman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Lots of Crowned Heads at Billy Wilder's Big Carnival : Art: 'The whole idea is to have fun,' says the filmmaker, collector and now curator of 'Billy Wilder's Marche aux Puces,' an exhibition of whimsical works. By Suzanne Muchnic, TIMES ART WRITER
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Cracker, Crows in Engaging Roxy Show By Chris Willman
ART GALLERIES : Melancholic and Vibrant Images in 'Cafe de Flore' By David Pagel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEW : Groundlings Add 'Fondue' to Its Menu By Don Shirley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THEATER REVIEW : 'The Legendary Christmas' Offers Rollicking Good Time By Lynne Heffley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSIC REVIEW : Rare Philharmonic Baroque Program By Timothy Mangan
TV REVIEWS : 'Good Cop': A Remarkable Eye-opener By Lynne Heffley
TV REVIEWS : Two Shows Offer Untraditional Christmas Theories By Chris Willman
'Roundhouse' Stands Out as a 'Laugh-In' for Kids : Television: The Nickelodeon show has won cable ACE awards and accolades from its fans but has not been a big ratings success. By Steve Weinstein, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Nutcracker' Role: A Turning Point for Two ABT Dancers? By Diane Haithman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
STAGE Unfashionable 'Shoes': "The Red Shoes," the new... By Steven Linan, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
Pledge Funds Lag, but Major Gifts Keep KCET on Budget : Television: Despite a drop in December on-air contributions for the third year in a row, no cutbacks are anticipated at L.A.'s largest public-TV station. By Judith Michaelson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pogorelich Winners Get Extra Prizes : Music: Recording contracts and cash awards are given to the semi-finalists and finalists of the piano competition. By Daniel Cariaga, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Applicants Sought for USC Workshop
Panel Asks N.Y. to Provide New Studios : The industry: The study also recommends other financial incentives to better compete against Los Angeles and other filmmaking areas. By John J. Goldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Celebrating Years of 'Musical Encounter' : Music: Sylvia Kunin has produced the series for 21 years. Now, for her 80th birthday, she'll be honored on the show Sunday on KCET. By Daniel Cariaga, TIMES MUSIC WRITER
'Making of Nutcracker' Set Dec. 28 at Library
COMMENTARY : Now's the Right Time for 'Dr. Kildare' and 'Ben Casey' : Television: Medical series of the past dealt with important societal issues. Such shows are needed more than ever today. By Joseph Turow, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Course in 3D Studio Set at CityWalk
WEEKEND TV : Networks Stuff Schedules With Specials for Holidays By N. F. Mendoza
O.C. THEATER REVIEW : A Literary Interpretation of Christmas By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Another New Age for Fiddler : Pop music: After forays into folk, country, rock and soul, Scotsman Johnny Cunningham celebrates Celtic roots and the winter solstice tonight at the Cerritos Center. By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSIC / CHRIS PASLES : Handel With Care : When Performing 'Messiah,' Paul Anthony McRae Would Rather Do What's Best Than What's 'Correct' By Chris Pasles
College, Library to Share Grant By Zan Dubin
The '70s: Dazed, Confused and Re-Released : Nostalgia: Labels take advantage of the coming of age of a generation to issue the music of the decade. By Wayne Robins, NEWSDAY
NEWS
O.C. LETTERS : Quote Gave Wrong Impression, Lindley Says
The Silenced Voice of a Kindred Spirit
Ban Ammunition
'Recovered Memories'
Children's Report
Space Repairs of the Hubble Telescope
Jesse Unruh
LOBBY BUCKS: Orange County has been busy making its... By John Needham and Jerry Hicks and Eric Bailey
New Talk Radio Network \o7 Habla Espanol\f7 : Media: Laguna man owns the nation's first Spanish-language network in the popular format. By Rick Vanderknyff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Pilot Actions a Mystery in Santa Ana Air Crash : Investigation: He may not have known he was following in the wake of a Boeing 757. Five on board died. By Jeffrey A. Perlman and Dave Lesher, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
COLUMN ONE : Not So Deadly Weapons : The U.S. is trying to figure out how to sting, stun and strand enemy forces without killing them. The push to develop 'non-lethal' devices is prompted by America's increasing role as a peacekeeper. By Art Pine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Must Enlist Pentagon in Industry, Inman Says : Economy: Defense chief nominee has pushed for shift toward military support of civilian high-tech research. By James Risen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE TIMES POLL : Most Say TV Violence Begets Real Violence By Daniel Cerone, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Israeli-PLO Talks Reach an Impasse : Mideast: Rabin and Arafat may postpone next week's meeting, further delaying implementation of accord on Palestinian self-rule. Sticking points include control of borders. By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Life Is Lost to Anorexia; a Family Is Lost in Grief : Health: Despite their efforts, Stacey Asbury slowly starved herself to death as her parents watched. By Gene Wojciechowski, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Panel Criticizes Harassment Probe, Reinstates City Clerk By Marc Lacey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Some Lobbyists Vowing to Halt Contributions By Paul Jacobs, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CBS Loses NFL Games to Fox
U.S. Still Backs Aristide Return, Christopher Says By Norman Kempster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NAME GAME: Great Western Bank, based in Chatsworth, might...
Crews Clear Palmdale Road Before Storm By Sharon Moeser, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Europe : Germans Edgy Over Russian Shift to Right : After extremist's unexpected electoral victory, Bonn is likely to push for stronger European links with Moscow. It hopes to bolster Yeltsin and other political reformists. By Tyler Marshall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Central America : Honduran President Faces Battle With His Own Military By Edward Orlebar, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Kevorkian Freed; Vows Not to Assist in Suicides : Law: He is released from jail after judge lowers bond to $100 from $50,000. He is ordered to wear a monitoring device. From Associated Press
U.S. Seeks to Undo N. Korea A-Arms Drive : Weapons: Christopher indicates that Washington will ask Pyongyang to give up whatever it has produced. By Jim Mann, TIMES STAFF WRITER
REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK : Gore May Have Preferred to Get Cold Shoulder By John M. Broder, TIMES STAFF WRITER
To Yeltsin's Dismay, New Parliament May Be Barely Better Than the Old : Russia: But legislature may be less fearsome than initial vote results indicated. By Carey Goldberg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
After Two Years, Kidnaped Baby Back With Family From Associated Press
Commanders OK Holiday Truce in Bosnia, Croatia From Times Wire Services
Scandal Frazzles Brazil's Congress : Corruption: Public is outraged at allegations. Lawmakers are in a panic. By William R. Long, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Homeowners, Merchants Map Battle Plans : Weather: As storm approaches, many are hoping the barriers of sandbags and hay bales hold. By Mary Lou Pickel and Leslie Berkman, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Silent Protest Over Crime Wave Brings Rio to Halt From Reuters
Latin America Records More Economic Growth : Commerce: While inflation is kept at manageable levels, U.N. agency says region must seek stability. By William R. Long, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Factional Violence Grows as S. Africa Takes Road to Democracy : Politics: The last white Parliament prepares for open elections. But rivals engage in 'low-intensity civil war.' By Bob Drogin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORLD IN BRIEF : SOMALIA : U.S. Starts Pullout of Combat Troops From Times Staff and Wire Reports
As Support Wanes, 2 Justice Dept. Nominees Withdraw : Government: Payton lacked backing from Congressional Black Caucus. Torres was stymied by a probe of his ex-law firm associates. By Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
No Global Peaks for India Summit : Diplomacy: Only three leaders arrive for G-15 conference of developing countries. Some see the demise of the Third World as a pressure group. By John-thor Dahlburg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORLD IN BRIEF : GERMANY : Parliament OKs Social Welfare Cuts From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Kassebaum Calls on Packwood to Step Down : Congress: Kansas lawmaker says ethics probe has hurt Oregon Republican's effectiveness in Senate. She is the first to break GOP ranks on issue. By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Illinois Court Sets Execution Date for Mass Murderer Gacy Reuters
'Twas the Week Before Christmas, And Awe Filled the White House Associated Press
Radar Detectors in Trucks, Buses Banned Under New Federal Rule From Times Wire Services
Fox Tops Tally of Violence on Major TV Networks : Media: Study of a week of prime-time shows also lists 'Brisco County' as bloodiest series. Senator wants FCC to issue report card, name sponsors. By Mark Bousian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NATION IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : Clinton Signs Breast Cancer Detection Bill From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Tenn. Prosecutor to Probe Claims in King Slaying From Associated Press
3 Fatally Shot, 3 Injured After Dog Complaint From Associated Press
NATION IN BRIEF : VIRGINIA : Kelso Is Called 'Man of Integrity' From Times Staff and Wire Reports
NATION IN BRIEF : ARIZONA : Man Not Guilty in Slaying of Reporter From Times Staff and Wire Reports
NATION IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : Train Gunman Seeks to Change Attorneys From Times Staff and Wire Reports
NATION IN BRIEF : MISSOURI : Texan Is Charged in Kidnap Attempt From Times Staff and Wire Reports
White Separatist Involved in Idaho Shootout With Authorities Is Freed From Associated Press
Ex-House Sergeant-at-Arms Sentenced to 2 Years : Scandal: Russ also must pay $445,000 and perform community service. He pleaded guilty to embezzlement, fraud and filing a false report. By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Figures Cut Defense-Funding Gap : Military: Improved inflation estimates narrow difference between White House and Pentagon from $50 billion to $30 billion. Clinton is still faced with politically difficult choices. By Richard A. Serrano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Army Copter Crash Kills 2 Reuters
Businessman Sentenced to 84 Years, Fined for Molesting Daughters By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Annenberg's Education Gift Lauded by Clinton : Donation: President says the philanthropist's $500-million grant will help advance a 'standard of excellence.' He believes troubled schools will find remedies that have been successful elsewhere. By Robert L. Jackson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jennifer Howard; Actress, Former Wife of Samuel Goldwyn Jr.
Ken Anderson; Disney Artist and Architect
Charles W. Moore; Influential Architect By Burt A. Folkart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CALIFORNIA IN BRIEF : SACRAMENTO : Nathanson Faces New Accusations From Times Staff and Wire Reports
President of Fiji Dies in U.S. Hospital Reuters
Bill Robinson; Designer of Men's Fashions From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Max A. Hutto, 82; Radio Director of 'Fibber McGee and Molly'
Fred Paul Keller; U.S. Hero in Spanish Civil War
Hugh Wedlock Jr.; Comedy Writer for Jack Benny, Eddie Cantor
CALIFORNIA IN BRIEF : ORANGE : Youth Convicted in Anaheim Hills Blaze From Times Staff and Wire Reports
CALIFORNIA IN BRIEF : SACRAMENTO : Hayden Sues Over Smog Check Program From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Tower Warned Pilot Before Fatal Crash : Investigation: Safety board says captain of the business jet might not have realized he was in the turbulent wake of a 757. By Dave Lesher and Jeffrey A. Perlman, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
VIEWPOINT / LETTERS : De La Hoya Gets This Advice Free
VIEWPOINT / LETTERS : Well, at Least She Got It Half Right
VIEWPOINT / LETTERS : The State of Wisconsin About Ready to Grind Downey Into Sausage
VIEWPOINT / LETTERS : Looking at Two Sides of the Knight Story
VIEWPOINT / LETTERS : Lakers Seem Stale Without Sedale Playing
VIEWPOINT / LETTERS : Coverage of Hurley's Accident Criticized
VIEWPOINT / LETTERS : Cornhuskers Look More Like No. 17
VIEWPOINT / LETTERS : Pictures Not Worth a Thousand Words
BUSINESS
Paramount Sets Rules to Heighten Bidding : Mergers: Observers say strategy not to divulge initial offers by Viacom and QVC will prolong the process. By Kathryn Harris, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Wing and a Prayer : Worker Tension Dampens Joy of C-17's Reprieve By James F. Peltz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
It's Your $750, Go Ahead \o7 Associated Press\f7
Northrop's B-2 Bomber Is Still Dodging Demons By Ralph Vartabedian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Beverly Hills Firm's Stock Offer Is Similar to Major Fraud Case : Investments: Reynolds Kendrick & Stratton has allied itself with controversial stock promoter Irving J. Kott. By Jonathan Weber, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Housing Starts at Nearly Four-Year High : Economy: Low mortgage rates add to November's 3.9% jump in construction. But in the West, the pace fell 2.8%. From Associated Press
Dow Gains 25; Oil Falls Below $14 a Barrel From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Gas Hookup Fee Will Jump Fivefold to $25 By Michael Parrish, TIMES STAFF WRITER
To Meet GATT, Japan Likely to End Limits on Exports to U.S. From Times Staff and Wire Reports
In Abrupt Reversal, N.J. Agrees to Join Prudential Settlement By Scot J. Paltrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
INSURANCE : Met Life Ordered to Use Bonuses for Legal Reserves From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Dow Gains 25; Oil Falls Below $14 a Barrel From Times Staff and Wire Reports
INSURANCE : State Shuts Down Podiatrists' Insurer From Times Staff and Wire Reports
TECHNOLOGY : IBM Makes Divisional Shift From Times Staff and Wire Reports
TECHNOLOGY : Hughes Launches Direct-Broadcast Satellite From Times Staff and Wire Reports
MEDIA / MARKETING : Money Mailer of Garden Grove Gets Author Zig Ziglar as New Spokesman Compiled by Anne Michaud, Times staff writer
Real Estate Broker Writes a Novel Novel : Publishing: In Joseph DeCarlo's book, the protagonist--and the reader--learn the basic principles of buying and selling property. By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Gotech Plans to File for Bankruptcy Liquidation : Legal action: The building company owner has contacted a criminal lawyer. No criminal inquiry has been announced. By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MEDIA / MARKETING : Good Award Compiled by Anne Michaud, Times staff writer
MEDIA / MARKETING : Magazine of Classifieds Compiled by Anne Michaud, Times staff writer
MEDIA / MARKETING : Far But Not Away: Compiled by Anne Michaud, Times staff writer
Chart House Enterprises Buys Islands Restaurant License By Greg Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Western Digital Signs Factory Sale Pact
Theater's Former Operator Files for Bankruptcy : Entertainment: The current management says the previous regime has no connection with the site and that show schedules will not be affected. By Rick Vanderknyff and Chris Woodyard, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Acquisition Completed
Irvine Sensors Contract
Ingram Micro, Compaq Sign Distribution Pact
HOME & GARDEN
BOOKS : A Mum by Any Other Name Will Be in 'Flora' From Associated Press
HOLIDAY SAMPLER : The crisp feel of starched, white linens, the sound of voices exclaiming over holiday decorations, the sight of a package cleverly wrapped--these are some of the sensory joys of this time of year. : Dolled Up Compiled by KATHY BRYANT / SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
HOLIDAY SAMPLER : The crisp feel of starched, white linens, the sound of voices exclaiming over holiday decorations, the sight of a package cleverly wrapped--these are some of the sensory joys of this time of year. : Fruit and Center Compiled by LYNN O'DELL / SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
HOUSE GUESTS : How to Make Your Visitors Feel at Ease By Sharon Cohoon, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SAFETY : Precautions Prevent Playground Mishaps From Associated Press
Settling Slab Can Cause Concrete to Crumble By John Morell
GARDENING : When Plants Are Hungry, They Show It From Associated Press
DECOR : Kitchen Develops Into Living Space From Associated Press
DO-IT-YOURSELF : The Homeowner Who's Feeling a Little Rusty Should Make a Clean Start From Associated Press
HOME PROTECTION : Ways to Reduce the Risk of Burglary From Associated Press
FURNISHINGS : Simply Shaker, Beautifully Simple From Associated Press
Prevention Saves Money in Long Run From Associated Press
PLUMBING : Plunge Right In to Problem of Clogged Drain From Associated Press
DO-IT-YOURSELF : Surface Wiring Works in Right Places From Associated Press
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Now that's funny: Hey, who's the Grinch who put a... By Steve Harvey
The Peripatetic Yasser Arafat : Does the PLO chairman equate statesmanship with perambulation?
Haiti's Repugnant Clique of Thugs : More patience--and continued sanctions
1ST AMENDMENT WATCH : Alarming Reading?
Step 1 Toward More Police
Obituary
ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : Myopic Action on Homelessness
Valley Obituaries
New Program Offers Tickets in Exchange for Firearms : Safety: Churches will collect weapons--no questions asked--and give out Ticketmaster vouchers through the end of the year. By Marc Lacey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Gives Prosecutors Access to Information in Jackson Civil Suit : Courts: Jurist also refuses to restrict attorneys' remarks to the media. Lawyers agree on subjects they won't discuss. By Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Grieving Family Baffled by Police Account of Rooftop Shooting By Dianne Klein and Miguel Bustillo, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Shock Waves Astern : West Hollywood Proclaims Howard Stern Day, but Many Are Ruffled in Book Signing's Wake By Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Handled With Care : Children and Adults Box Up Food for Needy Families By Maia Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa's Deputy Keeps Delivering By Kay Saillant, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Donation Drive Raises $11,000 for Libraries : Services: The help comes from county property owners, who were solicited in their tax bills. The goal was $30,000. By Tina Daunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Prospect of Chilly Nights Faced by Utility Customers By Peggy Y. Lee and Kay Saillant
Forecasters Predict Cold, Wet Weather Likely for Holidays : Winter: Meteorologists say the intermittent rain expected for this weekend may signal a 'stormy period' for Christmas. By Robin Greene, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Warrant Issued as Shooting Suspect Skips Court By Dwayne Bray, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bond Sale Sought for Mall Improvements : Thousand Oaks: City would recoup money from Janss center owners by creating a special district. Council leans toward approval. By Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Child Support Payment Crackdown to Be Expanded
Former Valley Legislator Named to State Lottery Panel \o7 From a Times Staff Writer\f7
LOS ANGELES : Detective in Fleiss Case Says Clients Are Never Targeted
FILLMORE : Children Feel at Home in New Preschool By Scott Hadly
OJAI : Car Dealership, Park Planned for Gateway By Jeff Mcdonald
CAMARILLO : Awards Wind Up 10th Speech Contest By J.E. Mitchell
OXNARD : School Official to Stress Improvement By Matthew Mosk
VENTURA : Clues Sought in Shooting of Youth By Julie Fields
OXNARD : Veteran Planner Resigns in Protest By Patrick Mccartney
LOS ANGELES : Jury Deliberations Move Slowly in Menendez Case
DOWNTOWN : Fans of Street Artist Are Marketing His Cards
LOS ANGELES : Plan to Cut DWP Pension Payments Kept Alive
SIMI VALLEY : Mayor Considering Auditor's Job By Sara Catania
SIMI VALLEY : Counteroffer Due on Costco Store Bid By Sara Catania
Newly Hired Animal Officer Decides Not to Take Top Post By James Rainey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Executive Sentenced to Life Term in 1963 Slaying : Courts: New computer technology linked Vernon Robinson to fingerprints at scene of Hollywood clerk's murder. By Andrea Ford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Officials to Monitor LAX Shuttle Vans More Closely : Safety: Citing recurring violations, commissioners plan increased inspections and stricter licensing requirements. By Nora Zamichow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sales Tax Code Taxes the Mind and Wallet Alike By Scott Harris
Serbian Seeking Asylum Makes Final Bid to Avoid Deportation : Immigration: Man arrested by INS says he was fleeing military service. But after eight months in a detention facility he is resigned to being sent home. By Kenneth Reich, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SIMI VALLEY : Weapons Seized at Suspect's Home By Brenda Day
Boy Gets 7 Years in Attempted Robbery Case By Dwayne Bray
THOUSAND OAKS : Mailbox Pipe Bomb Safely Detonated By Brenda Day
THOUSAND OAKS : Water Official to Get Added Duties By Stephanie Simon
MOORPARK : Council Increases City Library Hours By James Maiella Jr.
Smiley to Preside Over Municipal Court By Dwayne Bray
Singing for the Shabbat : Orthodox Synagogues Find Cantors Scarce; Other Branches Turn to Women By Andrea Heiman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Donations to Churches Fall, Study Warns \o7 from Religious News Service\f7
Christmas celebration and worship dominate the local... By Rosanne Keynan
Man Is Arrested in 1992 Slaying
Port Hueneme Revises Beach RV Resort Plan By Patrick Mccartney, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
4 Named to Panel on Black Men
Cold Front May Bring Showers \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Fee Waived for Mall Builder
Weary Weather Watchers Await New Rain, Mud By Mary Lou Pickel and Leslie Berkman, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Shooting Called an Accident : Tragedy: Prosecutors charge the teen suspect with involuntary manslaughter. Mourners bid farewell to the slain San Clemente student. By Anna Cekola, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Teen Is Convicted of Starting Blaze in Anaheim Hills By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
UC Irvine Vice Chancellor and Dean Resigns : Education: The university's chancellor says Dr. Walter L. Henry--who headed the College of Medicine--quit after a proposal to divide his two-tiered position was rejected as financially unfeasible. By Bill Billiter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Father Gets 84 Years in Prison for Molestation : Crime: The victims were his own children. His oldest daughter committed suicide last year. Judge calls Fountain Valley businessman's acts 'despicable.' By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SANTA ANA : Teens Do a Mars Probe Experiment By Jon Nalick
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Dress Code Targets Gang-Style Clothes By Robert Barker
COUNTYWIDE : Surgeons Needed for Trip to Aid Bosnians By Bert Eljera
FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Stepping in Tune to All Right Moves By Debra Cano
COUNTYWIDE : Postal Officials Say Beware of Solicitors By Bert Eljera
GARDEN GROVE : Holiday Celebration at Homeless Shelter By Robert Barker
ORANGE : Judge Orders Ban in Harassment Probe By Martin Miller
CYPRESS : Council OKs Hiring of Four New Officers By Mimi Ko
COSTA MESA : Planning Board Tells 2 Businesses to Move By Willson Cummer
LAGUNA NIGUEL : Official Seeks Limit on Top Posts' Terms By Richard Core
ANAHEIM : Students Give Needy Food for Christmas By Terry Spencer
SOUTH COUNTY : Plays, 'Nutcracker,' Snow Say Christmas By Frank Messina
YORBA LINDA : Bond Sale Proceeds Budgeted for Parks By Danielle A. Fouquette
YORBA LINDA : Alternatives Aired at Traffic Meeting By Danielle A. Fouquette
NEWPORT BEACH : City Plans Another Fire (Station) Sale By Bob Elston
Police Arrest Suspect in Man's Slaying : Crime: The stabbing victim is found slumped over his steering wheel in a parking lot in Orange. The motive is not known. By Greg Hernandez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wieder Would Have Fired Branch : Government: Recorder, who is elected, faces accusations of sex abuse and harassment in his office. 'Not a team player,' board chairman says. By Kevin Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Gives Man 2 Weeks to Sell Video Store By Greg Hernandez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Laguna Mayor Gets OK to Vote on Reservoir By Anna Cekola, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Ana Settles Suit Over Drugless Drug Raid By Alicia Di Rado, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Christmas Cantata to Be Presented By Daye Clark
Newport Boat Parade Lights Up the Harbor By David Reyes, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Salvaging Cans Is Shot in Neck
Body Identified as Girlfriend of Convicted Rapist By Thom Mrozek, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dose of Reality : Hard Times Make Santa's Job a Tough Call By Jeff Schnaufer and Ann W. O'Neill, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Burbank Slaps Moratorium on Fitness Clubs By Jocelyn Y. Stewart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GLENDALE : Student Project Puts Icing on the Presidency By Tommy Li
WOODLAND HILLS : Pierce to Launch Latin Study Program By Kurt Pitzer
GLENDALE : Man, 88, Convicted of Sexual Battery By Tommy Li
ENCINO : Chamber Donates $17,000 to Schools By Scott Glover
CALABASAS : Compromise OKd on Barrier Dispute By Kurt Pitzer
VAN NUYS : Man Faces Trial in Hit-and-Run Case By Thom Mrozek
SYLMAR : Charity Finds Holiday Need Up This Year By Geoffrey Mohan
Service Cut Back on 2 Bus Routes By Geoffrey Mohan
Donated Efforts Brighten Up Hospice By Scott Glover
SAN FERNANDO : City Drafting Plan for Bike Path System By Geoffrey Mohan
SHERMAN OAKS : Millikan School Lobbies for Principal By Susan Byrnes
VAN NUYS : Deputy to Be Tried in Jailhouse Sex Case By Julie Tamaki
Taxi Thief Gives Passenger a Ride Home By Abigail Goldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Couldn't Resist Hugging the Attorney in This Case By Thom Mrozek, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Study Says Plan Would Create 5,000 Jobs, Fuel Traffic Problems : North Hollywood: A redevelopment project would be extended by 12 years. Some call the review flawed. By Hugo Martin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Youth Held in Chatsworth Shooting : Arrest: A Burbank teen-ager is charged as an accessory in the attack on a high school student. The D.A. says he drove the triggerman to safety. By Timothy Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fiedler Appointed to Lottery Commission By Cynthia H. Craft, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BISHOP ELEVATED: Pope John Paul II has named Bishop John... By John Dart
Parishioners Bear Up for Charity : Donations: Congregants and teddys share pews at Encino Community Church. The fuzzy visitors who sit in on sermons are headed for children's arms. By John Dart
Bus Riders Can Trade Food for Fare By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
City to Purchase Old Shopping Center By Phil Sneiderman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fox Quits as Castaic School District Trustee : Education: It is the second resignation in two months. He says he has moved his family to Valencia. By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
For Mighty Ducks, A Royal Coup : Hockey: Kings fall to Sabres for ninth consecutive road loss. Melrose wants a trade. By Lisa Dillman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
For Mighty Ducks, a Royal Coup : Hockey: They beat Dallas for third time and overtake Kings for first time. By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lakers Get Another L for Effort : Pro basketball: Even lowly 76ers have little trouble with struggling team, 105-94. By Scott Howard-cooper, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dent a Perfect 12 in Kentucky Victory \o7 Associated Press\f7
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Arizona State Handles Northridge By Mike Hiserman
College Basketball Roundup
BOYS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Valencia Beats Cerritos, Moves Into Title Game
THE TIMES 1993 FALL ALL-COUNTY TEAMS : Stout's Play Put El Toro in Control By Martin Beck, TIMES STAFF WRITER
IRVINE WORLD NEWS TOURNAMENT : Trabuco Hills, Santa Ana Valley Advance to the Final By Kim Q. Berkshire, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SONORA TROY BOYS' BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT : Corona del Mar Defeats Century in Final
Crenshaw Has Answer for Those Who Doubt : High school basketball: State-champion Cougars have host of heroes as they romp past host Thousand Oaks, 121-66, in tournament championship game. By Jason H. Reid, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CSUN Plays Hard Enough, Not Quite Well Enough : College basketball: Matadors make half their shots and register another moral victory before falling, 100-81, to Pac-10's Arizona State. By Mike Hiserman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
After Outcry, Ventura Gives Coach a Laugher : Junior college basketball: One night after Mathews' critical review, Pirates trounce Chaffey, 98-75. By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS : Jackson Close to Action in Mater Dei Victory By Chris Foster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NHL ROUNDUP : Capitals Go On the Attack in Victory Over Senators From Associated Press
Dorsey Bumped Off by North Hollywood By Steve Elling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Reseda Goes at Double Time, Wins Twice in a Single Day By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CYPRESS GIRLS' BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT : Woodbridge Rolls Past Cypress in Final, 65-50 By Martin Henderson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ROUNDUP : Campbell Hall Reaches La Canada Semifinals
PREP ROUNDUP : Jiminez Helps Edison Beat Ocean View
GIRLS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Magee Scores 27 to Lead Ocean View Past La Quinta
Concordia's Lead Dissolves in Loss to Lipscomb By Martin Beck, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Amos Leads Rancho Santiago to Victory Over Pasadena
On Track, or Thin Ice? : Lack of Dedication Is Decried by Driver for Top U.S. Bobsled By Ross Newhan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Married . . . With the NFL : Television: Fox outbids CBS for NFC games. NBC could knock CBS out of the picture. By Larry Stewart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Once More, Henderson's an Athletic : Baseball: Mercurial leadoff hitter returns home to Oakland only months after trade to Toronto. From Associated Press
His Wardrobe Was Already at Minimum By Danny Robbins
THE NFL / BILL PLASCHKE : Who Carries the Most Paperweight? By Bill Plaschke
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Steelers' Foster Out for Season \o7 Associated Press\f7
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : History Against the Buccaneers By Lonnie White
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Slater Is Put on Injured Reserve By Mike Reilley
TODAY'S NFL GAMES : Cowboys-Jets, Broncos-Bears: All Four Are Thinking Playoffs From Associated Press
RAM NOTEBOOK / MIKE REILLEY : Price Returns to Cincinnati Hoping to Show Up Old Team By Mike Reilley
Long Beach State Goes for Title : Volleyball: A record crowd is expected to root for Penn State tonight. By Wendy Witherspoon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Arizona State Handles Northridge By Mike Hiserman
HOLLYWOOD PARK : Unbeaten Brocco Heads Field for Futurity By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / LAS VEGAS BOWL : Utah State Comes Up a Winner From Associated Press
Finally, a True Test for Bruins By Thomas Bonk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORLD CUP SOCCER NOTES : Details Given for U.S. Professional League By Bill Dwyre, TIMES SPORTS EDITOR
U.S. to Play Germany in Soccer Today By Elliott Almond
Germany's Sledding Coach Loses Leg in Luge Accident From Associated Press
NEWSWIRE : Knicks' Rivers, Hurt Against Lakers, Sidelined for Season From Staff and Wire Reports
NBA ROUNDUP : Armstrong Steps Up to Lead Bulls Over Knicks, 98-86 From Associated Press
Jeff Lukas' Condition Is Called Worse By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Times 1993 Fall All-county Teams : All-county Water Polo
Fire Badly Damages New Orleans Fair Grounds From Associated Press
Brocco Heads Futurity Field By Bill Christine
BOXING / TIM KAWAKAMI : Chavez Remains Certain That He Still Is the Best By Tim Kawakami
COMMENTARY : The Good Guy Got a Bad Rap in Ugly Scene By Jeff Prugh, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Split Personality : Bernardi Tempted by the Opportunity to Rejoin Smith at Missouri, but He'll Stay With Family and Burroughs By Dana Haddad, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Accident Fails to Stifle John Flowers' Spirit By Mike Hiserman
Cross-Country Coach Quits at Katella
NCAA WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS : Long Beach State Takes On Penn State for Title By Wendy Witherspoon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Angels Reject Frey's Contract Proposal By Bob Nightengale
Clippers Are Sight to Avoid : Pro basketball: After beating the Magic, they fall flat against the Timberwolves, 105-90. By Chris Baker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Covert's Challenge Remains Daunting
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