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What happened on July 30, 1993
ENTERTAINMENT
Peter Gabriel Video: Real Rock & Roll : Amusements: 'Kiss the Frog,' a five-minute short, takes viewers on a lily-pad romp during a theater/ride called 'the Mindblender.' By Chris Willman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Movie Reviews : 'Axe Murderer' Takes a Stab at \o7 Angst \f7 Comedy By Michael Wilmington, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Movie Reviews : Plot Twists Cast Shadows Over 'Rising Sun' : Thriller Is Alternately Too Easy and$Too Difficult to Follow By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
Television By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Tom and Jerry': A Bland Cat-and-Mouse Chase : The formulaic story feels like a rerun and borrows characters from many other classics. By Charles Solomon, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Mana Shows Promise at the Palace By Enrique Lopetegui
MOVIE REVIEW : Romantic 'Hold Me, Thrill Me' a Breezy Minor Diversion By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Wishman': The Magic Needs Some Uncorking By Peter Rainer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : 'City Hunter' Loaded With Comic-Book Adventures By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Saxman Herb Geller Makes the Long Journey Home By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RESTAURANT REVIEW : The Food's Secondary at Ciao Bella By Michelle Huneven, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Robert Cray Offers Bland, Commercial Set at Bowl By Dennis Hunt
Realizing There's No Place Like 'Home' By Richard Stayton, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ART REVIEW : Tumlir, Otsea Mix Absurd, Intellectual By Susan Kandel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Cheery '50s, '60s Optimism : Forty-one tunes from George Lucas' admired movie 'American Graffiti' remains one of the most appealing collections of early rock 'n' roll. By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
'Home Alone 2' Is All Alone at the Top of the Sales Market By Dennis Hunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
STAGE REVIEW : Corny but Potent Road Leads to Cozy 'Home' By Richard Stayton, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER / JAN HERMAN : Backstage Money Matters : Cheap Production Unfair to 'Lady'; Another Plan to Revive GroveShakespeare By Jan Herman
25,200 Visions of Los Angeles, Past and Present By Barbara Saltzman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Star Search' to Tour to Seek Contestants
National Video Rentals : Good Man Gains on 'Good Men' By Dennis Hunt and Source: Billboard Publications Inc.
Pop Album Chart : 'Black Sunday' Displaces 'Zooropa' By Dennis Hunt
Filling Some Classic, Jazzy Shoes : Concert: Art Farmer, Mark Masters' Orchestra will play Miles Davis and Gil Evans 'records' at the Hyatt Newporter. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SAG Urged to Reveal Complaints : Legal: Actress Charmaine Blakely, who fell victim to an agent's sexual 'casting-couch,' has asked the union to change its disclosure policies. By Terry Pristin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sayles' Little 'Secret': A Film for Children : Movies: Adapted from a book based on a Celtic myth about a young girl's encounter with seal people, the film is the independent filmmaker's latest venture. By David Gritten, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Video Dealers Honor 1993 Hits
Comic Joe Torry: 'I \o7 Say \f7 the Things They \o7 Think\f7 ' : Comedy: Fresh from a supporting role in 'Poetic Justice,' the blunt-talking actor is hosting a touring revue. By Rick Vanderknyff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Another Resignation From Newport Harbor Museum By Cathy Curtis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'L.A. Law's' Underwood Takes 'Measure' of Choices : Television: The actor stars as Claudio, in a play about ill-fated romance, which is the first offering of this summer's Shakespeare in the Park. By Gene Seymour, NEWSDAY
Art Imitates Life as NEA Four Member Guests on 'Sanders' : The arts: Performer Tim Miller gets the hook on Garry Shandling's fictional TV talk show. 'It's kind of about the whole dilemma that I've experienced.' By Shauna Snow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Media Exec Takes Activist Approach to Political News : Television: Bill Rosendahl's shows at Century Southwest Cable draw big names and fill a void in coverage. By Danny Feingold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUSINESS
Bond Yields Drop, Dow Up on GDP Report : Market Overview From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Leslie Maskin Joins Literary Department of United Talent
Eli Broad, is retiring as chairman of Kaufman & Broad Home...
Keating's Son Sentenced to 8 Years in Lincoln Case : Thrifts: Judge says federal sentencing guidelines 'do not adequately reflect' the 'staggering' scope of fraud committed at the failed S&L. By James S. Granelli, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Apple's New Core Product : Technology: The computer maker shows off its long-awaited Newton MessagePad, going on sale next week. By Martha Groves, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Growth in 2nd Quarter 'Anemic' : Economy: The 1.6% increase in gross domestic product falls far below expectations, reviving fears about the strength of the recovery. By Greg Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Primedex Pulls Out of Workers' Comp : Health: Its decision to close eight Southern California clinics was prompted mainly by recent reform legislation. By Stuart Silverstein, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GM Rides Out Slack Economy to Post Gains : Autos: Cutting costs helped earn a second-quarter profit overseas and narrow losses in its North American operations. By Donald W. Nauss, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Technology & Communications From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Technology & Communications From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Airlines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Securities From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Bond Yields Drop, Dow Up on GDP Report : Market Overview From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Stock Sinks 35% After Firm Loses U.S. Contract : Health: A unit of Aetna will take over from Foundation Health Corp. The Pentagon contract is for care to military retirees in California and Hawaii. By David R. Olmos, TIMES STAFF WRITER
German Rate Cut Seen as Blow to Exchange Rate System By Joel Havemann, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Prudential Reportedly Set to Pay $120 Million : Investing: Sources say the firm will agree to cash settlement of a suit over failed energy partnerships. By Scot J. Paltrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Insurance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Company Town Annex From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Health Care From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Health Care From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Sears Plans to Accept Outside Credit Cards By George White, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brokers' Bias Costly to HomeBuyers By Denise Gellene
Funds Cash In Even as Consumer Confidence Dips By Tom Petruno
Universal Pictures' Real Courtroom Drama : Litigation: The studio, accused of malicious and unlawful conduct by its former marketing chief, denies any wrongdoing. By Alan Citron and Elaine Dutka
Valenti Disputes Research That TV Sparks Violence : Hollywood: The Washington lobbyist blames street crime on poverty, racism and society's failure to meet young people's needs. By Daniel Cerone, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Music Agent Sues (Ex-)Best Friend By James Bates
QVC Plans to Reformat Fashion Channel to Q2 By John Lippman
Stacking Up Sales
Tv Facts
Keating's Son Sentenced to 8 Years in Lincoln Case : Thrifts: Judge cites 'staggering' scope of fraud committed at the failed Irvine-based S&L. He is also ordered to pay $97.3 million in restitution. By James S. Granelli, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Orange County From Times Staff and Wire Reports
AST Names Senior Vice President of World Operations From staff and wire reports
Raids Target Warner Bros., Disney Labels : Investigation: The confiscations of clothing began in Anaheim and spread to L.A., where $1 million in sportswear with alleged counterfeit logos was seized Thursday. By Debora Vrana, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Fine Mess: Five Feet Too Going Six Feet Under : Restaurants: The tony eatery becomes the third to succumb to a recession-driven move to the mainstream by Fashion Island mall. Its doors close for good Saturday night. By Chris Woodyard, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Unknown' Auto Maker Awards Ad Account : Campaign: The South Korean company Kia, with U.S. headquarters in Irvine, will spend $30 million to introduce a sedan and a sports utility vehicle to the American public next year. By Anne Michaud, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NASDAQ Drops Firm's Stock: American Health Services Corp... From staff and wire reports
Downey Savings & Loan Says Profit Dropped 17% By Debora Vrana, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Card Store to Open 4th Outlet: South Coast Plaza has... From staff and wire reports
Overdue Overtime Ordered Paid: A Los Angeles landscaping... From staff and wire reports
Dental Implant Company Acquired: Implant Support Systems... From staff and wire reports
San Clemente to Get New Cinema: Edwards Theatres confirmed... From staff and wire reports
Client Cutbacks Force 15 Layoffs at Foote, Cone By Anne Michaud, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ingram Micro Shows 48% Surge in Second-Quarter Sales
Safeguard Health Enterprises Inc.: The Anaheim managed...
Newport Corp.: The Irvine manufacturer of laboratory...
First Fidelity Acceptance Corp.: The Irvine originator of...
Imperial Credit Industries: The Newport Beach-based parent...
Hycor Biomedical Inc.: The Irvine producer of medical and...
TriCare Inc.: The Irvine occupational health care services...
PacifiCare Health Systems Inc.: The Cypress managed health...
Enhanced Imaging Technologies: The Irvine imaging company...
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
\o7 A look at noteworthy addresses in the Southland.\f7 \o7 Richard Dreyfuss, actor and founder of L.A. Works, spoke Wednesday at the Hotel Inter-Contintental on "Social Activism in the United States and Los Angeles." His remarks were sponsored by Town Hall of California. From his address: and \f7
LOS ANGELES : UCLA's Dr. Gale to Join Private Health Care Firm
An Overdose of Retaliation
Is This the New Face of Japan? : Dramatic coalition picks strategist Hosokawa
Calm Down and Think Clearly : A hot issue like immigration needs people of goodwill and open minds
RHETORIC WATCH : L.A. Story?
Children, Crime and the County Budget : Parks: Recreation is a cost-effective way to strengthen families and communities. By Carlyle W. Hall Jr. and Jack Foley, \f7 and \o7 Jack Foley is professor of leisure studies at Cal State Northridge. Carlyle W. Hall Jr. is president of People for Parks.
Activism? Or Restraint? Pick a Label : Conservative justices interfere with legislation, but they choose different issues from liberals. By David Kairys, \f7 and \o7 David Kairys is a law professor at Temple University and the author of "With Liberty and Justice for Some" (New Press, 1993) from which this article is excerpted.
ORANGE COUNTY VOICES : Overtaxing the Executive Stifles Incentive : Clinton's plan to penalize top earners is illogical. They are the ones with the wherewithal to lead our recovery. By Dennis J. Aigner, \f7 and \o7 Dennis J. Aigner is dean of the Graduate School of Management at UC Irvine.
Therapist's Testimony on Menendez Plot OKd : Courts: Judge rules that both juries may hear psychologist's account of sessions in which he says Erik Menendez confessed to slayings. By Alan Abrahamson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Girl Entombed in Concrete : Crime: How and why the 8-year-old was killed is not known. An aunt and a cousin have been arrested on suspicion of murder. By Eric Malnic, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Planning Panel Backs 1st Stage of Playa Vista : Development: Opponents vow to continue fighting the $7-billion, 1,000-acre project. It must ultimately pass muster with the full City Council. By Ron Russell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
4 Indicted in Hate Crimes, Illegal Guns : Grand jury: Alleged leader of Fourth Reich Skinheads is accused of making bombs in plot against Jews and blacks. Three others are charged with producing and transferring weapons. By Jim Newton and Leslie Berger, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
LOS ANGELES : 112 Prospective Jurors Excused From Denny Case
PASADENA : Todd Bridges Pleads Guilty to Drug, Weapons Charges
VAN NUYS : 12 Share $16.46-Million Super Lotto Jackpot
HAWTORNE : Hotel Van Hijacked at Airport; 7 on Board Robbed
WEST LOS ANGELES : Killer Apparently Posed as Clerk at Gas Station
POMONA : Man Gets 12 Years for Role in Robbery, Chase
LOS ANGELES : Inmate Suspected in '88 Slaying of Disc Jockey
LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Grants Available for Groups Aiding Homeless, Hungry
LOS ANGELES : Riordan Allies Named to Key Council Committee
Coping With The Commute
Pastor Charged in Molestation of Girl : Crime: Minister at Pasadena's First AME Zion Church pleads not guilty to seven felony counts in connection with alleged assaults on a 15-year-old. By Tommy Li, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Transit Area Development Outlined : Planning: Policies foster construction of housing and businesses near rail and bus stations. Guidelines allow less building than some feared. By Larry Gordon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Anti-Gang Order Passes 1st Test : Court: Van Nuys judge sidesteps issue of constitutionality. He upholds charges based on outlawed actions aimed at deterring drug traffickers. By Richard Lee Colvin and Thom Mrozek, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
L.A. Times Awards Grants to 200 Southland Students : Education: Graduating seniors get $500 scholarships at ceremonies in three counties. Funds may be used at colleges or trade schools.
CORONA DEL MAR : Divers to Get Down for Annual Cleanup By Debra Cano
Anaheim : Traffic Delay Likely After Molloy Service
Ex-Official, 2 in Family on Missing Plane : Search: The Thousand Oaks residents were returning from Utah. Former Planning Commissioner Kenneth Harrison was the pilot. By Maia Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Oxnard Plan for Downtown Would Exclude Large Shelters : Revitalization: Project's consultant says any facility like the Zoe Christian Center would scare away business. Homeless advocates call the proposal coldhearted. By Matthew Mosk, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Sheriff Unveils Reorganization of Department By Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Raiders' Field Remains Off Limits : Oxnard: The football team uses the facility in the summer, but public access the rest of the year is strictly monitored. By Matthew Mosk, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
6 Weeks and It's Back to Class : Schools: Fillmore High students adapting to the short breaks. But many teachers still oppose the year-round format. By Kay Saillant, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Attorney Works to Reopen Fire Station By Jeff Mcdonald
SIMI VALLEY : Woman Testifies That Father Molested Her By Jeff Mcdonald
3 Members Resign From Grand Jury By Jeff Meyers
SIMI VALLEY : Owner Believed Pen Pistols Were Legal By Julie Fields
THOUSAND OAKS : New Tenant Sought for Civic Arts Plaza By Stephanie Simon
THOUSAND OAKS : Groups Interested in New Indian Museum By Stephanie Simon
THOUSAND OAKS : Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Robbery By Jeff Mcdonald
THOUSAND OAKS : Amgen Seeking OK for Building Permit By Carlos V. Lozano
OXNARD : Center for Immigrants Starts to Grow By Matthew Mosk
CAMARILLO : City to Install Humps to Curb Fast Traffic By Maia Davis
CAMARILLO : 2nd Yard Sale to Aid Music Program By Maia Davis
CAMARILLO : Suspect in Theft of Produce Arrested By Patrick Mccartney
Oxnard : Volunteers Sought for Harbor Festival By Matthew Mosk
CAMARILLO : Loan Program OKd to Purchase Lots By Maia Davis
Life on Campus Proves to Be an Eye-Opener for 3-Month-Old Ape : Animals: The gibbon, abandoned by its mother, has found a sort of foster home, with 24-hour attention, at the Moorpark College teaching zoo. By Brenda Day, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GOP Pair May Challenge Beilenson : Elections: The Thousand Oaks residents predict the Democrat, who plans to seek a 10th term, will be vulnerable in the fall. By Alan C. Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Health Study of Rockwell Workers Approved : Environment: The federally funded effort is a response to concerns over radioactive and chemical contamination at the lab near Simi Valley. By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSIC FESTIVAL : Thousands of kids will have the chance to make some noteworthy achievements. By Lisa Richardson
Luis Felipe Giron May, billed as Guatemala's most renowned...
Driving from the South Bay to Orange County, I am... By Michael Krikorian
Other States' Welcome Wagons Also Stocked With Fear By Dana Parsons
Student Who Was Stabbed at School Sues the District By David Reyes, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Public Gets Cop's View : Citizen Academy in Westminster Offers Look at Police Work By Andrea Heiman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Attorney Keeps $3.5-Million Client Bequest : Courts: Judge says money is James Gunderson's unless it's proven he got it illegally, as late Leisure World retiree's relatives claim. But he must provide files of 37 other clients. By Mark Platte, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Officer Has Violent History, Transcript Says : Courts: Anaheim policeman indicted on charges of assaulting his girlfriend engaged in acts against women, grand jury report states. He has pleaded not guilty to the counts listed in the indictment. By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LAKE FOREST : Love Lights Way to 75th Anniversary By Martin Miller
Informed Opinions on Today's Topics : Adding 3,000 Officers Hard, Not Impossible By David E. Brady, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUENA PARK : Firefighters to Join International Union By Debra Cano
STANTON : Council Approves Plans for Auto Yard By Willson Cummer
SEAL BEACH : Planning Panel Delays Unocal Vote By Shelby Grad
LOS ALAMITOS : Cable C-Span Cuts Spark Petition Drive By Bert Eljera
MISSION VIEJO : Fund-Raisers for Crash Victim, Sister By Anna Cekola
FULLERTON : Housing Project to Break Ground Aug. 8 By Willson Cummer
TUSTIN : Volunteer's Work Aids Mom, Daughter By Bert Eljera
Countywide : Six Nominated for New Health Agency By Leslie Berkman
IRVINE : Special Election for Council Seat Slated
VAN NUYS : Activist Vows Welfare Will Be Priority By Jeff Schnaufer
BIG TUJUNGA CANYON : Volunteers Needed for Litter Pickup By Ed Bond
Countywide : Kaleidoscope Festival a Cultural Sampler By Shelby Grad
TUSTIN : Scouts to Do Survey of Business Licenses By Bert Eljera
COSTA MESA : 'Young Leader' Will Meet Bigwigs of D.C. By Lynda Natali
Deaths of Costa Mesa Mother and Teen Son Called Murder-Suicide By Eric Young, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Boy Killed While Playing With Gun
Missing Woman Found Safe on Street By Thuan Le, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Driver Dies in 3-Car Crash on Freeway By Thuan Le, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Driver Who Killed CHP Officer Gets 6 Months in Jail By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Republicans Already Weighing Campaigns Against Beilenson
Obituaries
House Of Representatives
Student Nutrition Break Healthy for School Budget By Bob Elston, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Murder-for-Hire Case Goes to Another Jury : Trial: Michael Seawright, accused of paying two men to kill his mother-in-law 10 years ago in Hawthorne, is retried. Triggerman and accomplice were convicted. By Randal C. Archibold, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hawaiian Game Has Dealers Pog-Wild : Business: Kids flip their lids over flinging milk bottle caps. Entrepreneurs hope the reborn trend will spread to the mainland. By Ted Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Students Taking Their Shot at Urban Medicine : Health: Immunization clinic in Wilmington gives needed vaccines to children and offers aspiring doctors hands-on experience. By Deborah Schoch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Councilman Taking Aim at Flores' Old Projects : Politics: Newly elected Rudy Svorinich wants to redirect nearly $4 million for street and parking developments in the 15th District. By Greg Krikorian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
South Bay Firm to Open Cinemas : Entertainment: Eight- screen complex in Glendale will be ninth project for Redondo Beach-based theater chain. By Martha L. Willman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
From Boccie to Ballroom Dancing, Life Is a Real Kick in Downey : Aging: Community looks after its large elderly population by providing facilities. The senior citizens provide the fun. By Dick Wagner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
4 Indicted in Hate Crimes, Illegal Weapons : Grand jury: Alleged leader of supremacist group is accused of making bombs. Three others are charged with making machine guns. By Jim Newton and Leslie Berger, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Anti-Gang Court Order Survives Its 1st Challenge : Blythe Street: Judge denies request to dismiss complaint that an 18-year-old possessed a pager and glass bottle. By Richard Lee Colvin and Thom Mrozek, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Boy Convicted of Felony in Graffiti Case : Crime: Youth who used the moniker 'Den' admits his guilt. He spray-painted the name in hundreds of locations. By Michael Connelly, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NORTHRIDGE : Youths Test the Waters in CSUN Course By Susan Byrnes
CANOGA PARK : 2 Men Convicted of Shooting Woman By Thom Mrozek
CALABASAS : Council Orders Anti-Smoking Law By Kurt Pitzer
TOPANGA : Residents Back Trail Maintenance By Kurt Pitzer
ENCINO : DWP Tells Timetable for Filtration Plant By Scott Glover
WOODLAND HILLS : Conservancy Wants to Buy Development Site By Scott Glover
SAN FERNANDO : 2 Computers Given to Lab at Middle School By Carmen Valencia
GLENDALE : 5 City Employees Get Layoff Notices By Tommy Li
SHERMAN OAKS : Chamber Seeking to Restore Car-Pool Lane By Scott Glover
PACOIMA : Chamber Recognizes Community Leaders By Carmen Valencia
GLENDALE : Boxing Program Temporarily Closes By Tommy Li
BURBANK : Council Approves Project List for Year By Ed Bond
Lucky Dozen Make Millions Out of $10 : Gambling: VA hospital workers who hit the jackpot will each receive $68,583 a year over 20 years; $49,380 after taxes. By Julie Tamaki, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Former Rockwell Lab Workers to Be Studied : Environment: The effort is a response to community concerns over radioactive and chemical contamination. By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Workers at Facility for the Elderly Hold Protest : Reseda: Employees cite poor labor conditions, decline in services at the home. Some residents dispute the claims. By Jill Leovy, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Car Flips; 2 Van Nuys Men Killed
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Contractor Jailed in New Fraud Case By John Chandler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Plane That Crashed Was Out of Fuel : Aviation: Investigators say they don't know why the pilot lost control. Six died when the Cessna nose-dived in Lancaster. By Sharon Moeser, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Parents Praise Multitrack System : Education: Survey at Pinetree Elementary School in Santa Clarita finds 3% more 'positive' responses than last year. By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Pastor Held on Suspicion of Sexual Molestation : Crime: Pasadena minister pleads not guilty to seven felony counts in connection with alleged assaults on 15-year-old. By Tommy Li, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CITY OF COMMERCE : Amtrak Station Opens on L.A.-San Diego Route
House Of Representatives
NEWS
Aung San Suu Kyi
Angels Flight
Black/Latino Relations in L.A.
Welfare, Wall Street
Border Fee
$60 Million for Disney Resort
Woman Pleads Guilty to Lying About Pepsi Syringe \o7 Associated Press\f7
2 Navy Officers Face Court-Martial Over Tailhook Sex-Abuse Scandal \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Police Seek Witnesses to Wynn Kidnaping \o7 Associated Press\f7
William Byrd; Deaf Actor Had Roles in TV, Films By Myrna Oliver, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Demos Shakarian; Founded Religious Group By Myrna Oliver, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LINE CROSSING: Less than a month after taking office, Los... By Chris Woodyard and Greg Griggs and Jerry Hicks
CHEAP DATE: When the economy is this gloomy, dating leads...
Clinton TV News Conference Set
Iraq Said to Reject Oil Sales Monitored by U.N. \o7 Reuters\f7
L.A. County OKs Massive Cuts, Layoffs : Budget: Board of Supervisors spares law enforcement, recreational programs at the expense of health care and welfare. At least 2,000 will lose jobs under $13.5-billion plan. By Frederick M. Muir, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Art Museum Study Reveals Trouble in Raising Money : Culture: LACMA's small endowment and low trustee contributions could hurt its ability to weather cutbacks. By Suzanne Muchnic, TIMES ART WRITER
Israelis Agonize Over Demjanjuk's Acquittal : Courts: Holocaust survivors are in shock as he is found not to be 'Ivan the Terrible.' U.S. will not readmit him. By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
State High Court Limits Death Row Appeals By Maura Dolan, TIMES LEGAL AFFAIRS WRITER
Study Says You Don't Have to Sweat Fitness Routine : Exercise: Brief periods of physical exertion can be used during the day for a 30-minute total, experts say. By Marlene Cimons, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Accord on Deficit Near; Gas Tax Is Still Unresolved By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Japan Coalition Nears Power, Backs Newcomer for Premier By Sam Jameson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : Outsider Navigates the Beltway : Laura Tyson draws cheers, jeers by saying what's on her mind. Clinton's economic council chief is a political novice, more scholar than schemer. She still gets people to pay attention. By Jonathan Peterson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Virus Spreads Outside Four Corners Area : Medicine: Officials report cases of the flu-like illness in Texas and Nevada. Scientists say the mysterious disease, transmitted by deer mice, may increase in fall, when rodents take shelter in houses. By Thomas H. Maugh Ii, TIMES MEDICAL WRITER
Coroner Now Says Natural Causes Led to Hospice Death By Tom Gorman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Boxer Urges Augmented Border Staff : Immigration: Senator says National Guard troops would be a cost-effective way to bolster patrols. They would get special training but would not make arrests. By James Bornemeier, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ape's Death Creates Turmoil at Vegas Zoo : Animals: Workers, volunteers criticize director for allowing the creature to be beaten by a bigger one. By Joshua B. Good, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Odd 'Buckyball' Molecules May Have Use in AIDS Drug By Sheryl Stolberg, TIMES MEDICAL WRITER
Senators' Staffs Don't 'Look Like America' By Glenn F. Bunting
N.Y. Judge Drops Four of Eight Charges Against Key BCCI Figure \o7 From Reuters\f7
Ceremony Held for Women in Vietnam War \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Japanese Democracy Makes Belated Entrance Into the TV Era By Teresa Watanabe, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Jets Again Fire on Iraqi Targets \o7 Times Staff Writer\f7
Israel Strengthens Its Forces in South Lebanon : Mideast: Ground attacks on guerrillas may be planned. Lebanese say 500,000 have fled the region. By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Russian Bank Reforms 'Fishy,' Economist Alleges By Sonni Efron, TIMES STAFF WRITER
S. African Whites Kill 2 Blacks Amid Rising Tensions \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Britain, France Back Bosnia Air Strikes : Intervention: U.S. proposal goes beyond U.N. troop protection. It aims at forcing compromise. By Doyle Mcmanus, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mixed Reception for Bosnia Peace Plan \o7 Times Wire Services\f7
NEWS ANALYSIS : Blasts Rock Italy at a 'Delicate Moment' : Terrorism: Five bombs in three months are seen as bid to destabilize nation at the crux of change. By Janet Stobart and William D. Montalbano, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
British Voters Send Major a Warning Signal By William Tuohy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Will Not Allow Return of Demjanjuk By David G. Savage, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FBI Nominee Freeh Draws Senate Panel Acclaim By Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
White House Aims to Get Public to Demand Health Care Reform : Medicine: Senator says the Administration will point out flaws in the current system with events that will include speeches, meetings and rallies. By Robert A. Rosenblatt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
St. Louis Braces Flood Wall as Record Crest Approaches City : Disaster: Hundreds in nearby town rush to get belongings out of the way of the surging Missouri River. High water topples railroad bridge. By Judy Pasternak and Louis Sahagun, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Shifting Weather Pattern Clears Midwestern Skies By Mark A. Stein, TIMES SCIENCE WRITER
Senate Panel OKs Ginsburg Nomination By David G. Savage, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Two Officers Face Trial in Tailhook Sex Scandal \o7 Associated Press\f7
FDA Assails Claims About Vitamins and Dietary Aids : Health: Agency study says product labeling in many cases is unproven and potentially dangerous. Probe is examining need for regulatory action. By Marlene Cimons, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Filibuster on National Service Bill Continues \o7 From the Washington Post\f7
NEWS ANALYSIS : Statements on Aide's Death Bring Trouble for Clinton By David Lauter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Actress Expected to Head Arts Endowment \o7 From the Washington Post\f7
Man Who Shot to Death Youth During Break-In Is Acquitted By Stephen Braun, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Proponents of School Voucher Initiative Mislead Public, Opposition Suit Alleges
Revamping of Political Asylum Process Outlined : Immigration: INS officials say the planned revisions would create a 'fair and timely' system. But critics contend the proposals would hamper legitimate refugees. By Patrick J. Mcdonnell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Who Killed Girl, 15, in 1962 Is Denied Parole \o7 Associated Press\f7
Disney Offers to Fund Programs at High Schools By Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Weak Coalition Threatens O.C. Stake in Base By Kevin Johnson and Gebe Martinez, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Bosnia War Injured Arrive in Southland : Airlift: Orange County benefactor organizes effort. One man is rushed to Irvine Medical Center. By Mark I. Pinsky and Kevin Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LABOR LEADERS: Nearly 100 female farm workers, including... By Fred Alvarez
Speaking Language of Youth : Mary Mann has written a rap musical for children and teen-agers that tackles such adult issues as guns and ethnic divisiveness. By Tom Jacobs, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Tom Jacobs is a regular contributor to Valley Life
Strange Stage for the Bard : Director Coral Suter decides to tell the tale of one of Shakespeare's least-known plays in the coffeehouses of Los Angeles. By Ray Bennett, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Ray Bennett is a regular contributor to Valley Life
THEATER REVIEW : A Tough Act : 'Bette and Boo' is not actors' showcase material or 'entertainment' for audiences, and it is very difficult to do right. By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Robert Koehler writes regularly about theater for The Times
Playing Off Each Other : An eclectic mix of 39 sculptures is at Artspace Gallery as part of the '1993 Los Angeles Juried Exhibition.' By Nancy Kapitanoff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly about art for The Times
Love at First Sound : Acoustic bass player Mary Ann McSweeney is classically trained, but jazz is her main interest. By Leonard Feather, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Leonard Feather is The Times jazz critic
Joy of Jazz : Sax man Bill Perkins of Sherman Oaks has taken his passion for the music in a new direction. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Zan Stewart writes regularly about music for The Times
Stretching Your Dating Dollars : Need a cheaper alternative? Try one of these. By David Wharton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS : Envisioning a Dream : A Van Nuys man seeks to expose visually impaired people to theater to 'get them to live again.' By Michael Arkush, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The exclusive Valley music charts are compiled for The...
Pint-Size Prices for Half Pints : When a pair of jeans your child will outgrow in a month costs $35 new, it's worth looking into resale for a better deal. By Geri Cook
Pain and the 'Killer Body' : Your trainer tells you your body fat measures a whopping 27%, meaning your work is cut out for you. By Tracey Kaplan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Glitter in Glendale : The Brand Library and Art Center houses a huge and varied collection of musical and print works. By Jeff Prugh, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Making the Most of Time : John Goddard's resume makes it clear that the world is his workplace, but you won't find his age listed. By Jeff Prugh, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A New Life Together : Teen-age sweethearts torn apart in the 1960s have reunited and plan to wed. They also met their daughter, given up for adoption in '66. By Maryann Hammers, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Maryann Hammers is a regular contributor to Valley Life
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Reuben in an Egg Roll? : Santa Barbara Cafe is at its best with more robust dishes. The new owner, due to take over next month, plans to keep many of his predecessor's recipes. By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Max Jacobson reviews restaurants every Friday in Valley Life
En Garde, Press Princesses By Debra Gendel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
It's Not About What You Think It's About By Mark Ehrman
BOOK REVIEW : Dogged Research Leads to Gem of a Book : THE HIDDEN LIFE OF DOGS \o7 by Elizabeth Marshall Thomas\f7 ; Houghton Mifflin Co.; A Peter Davison Book $18.95, 148 pages By Constance Casey, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Classic Dilemma: How to Expose the Reluctant to the Arts By Patrick Mott and Ann Conway
Scarf This Up The perfect summer piece is something... By Rose Apodaca
Hats Off to the Monarch Beach Milliner Who Tops Chapeaus With Whimsy By Rose Apodaca, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Some Rules for Wedding Attire Are Still Black and White By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
It's No High-Wire Act: If There's One Piece That's Versatile, It's the Leotard By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Singles in Brief' to Change Format
Solar Flairs : Forget the Tan; Brighten Up With Splashy Colors, Baseball Caps--And Even Red Flannel By Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Sound and Fury : Writer Joe McGinniss Comes to His Own Defense in the Literary Battle Over 'The Last Brother' By Paul Dean, TIMES STAFF WRITER
What's in a Name? Lots, If It's a Star's : Fashion: Linking a celebrity to clothes, jewelry or perfume can create instant appeal. But there are no guarantees; remember Telly Savalas suits? By Gaile Robinson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hot and Bothered : The Pop-Idol Publicity Wave May Be the Toughest That Surfing King Kelly Slater Has Ever Ridden By David Wharton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Must Stops for Hip Shoppers Who Want to Look Like Hip-Hoppers By Joanna Dendel
Hip-Hop Goes Be-Bop By Joanna Dendel
Confessions of a Reluctant Bra Buyer By Stacy Kravetz, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Menagerie of Color : If It's Exotic and Part of Nature's Wild Kingdom, Ellen Heed Will Incorporate It Into Her Knitwear By Joanna Raebel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
Leftwich Sharp in Angel Debut : Baseball: Rookie gives up one run in seven innings, but that's one more than Welch. A's win, 2-1. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. OLYMPIC FESTIVAL ROUNDUP : Injured Olympians Joyner-Kersee, Stulce Out From Staff and Wire Reports
PGA Rookie Bradley Leads at Memphis From Staff and Wire Reports
Hottest Team in Baseball? Try the Braves By Thomas Bonk
TENNIS ROUNDUP : Sampras, Courier, Becker Fall in Canada From Associated Press
Stram's Commitment Will Be to Raiders in Exhibition Games By Larry Stewart
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Phillies Get Forced Into Sweep and Seven-Game Lead in East From Associated Press
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : McRae Runs Into Wall in Game of Basebrawl From Associated Press
Despite Injured Hand, Liles Stops McKenzie in Eighth By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woods Wins Twice, Advances at USGA Junior From Associated Press
DEL MAR : Three Seek Return to Cup Form By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOS ALAMITOS : Opportunity at a Price for A Classic Dash By Steve Andersen, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
El Segundo Earns Trip to State; Westchester Loses in a Rout : Baseball: Gahr cannot capitalize El Segundo errors and falls, 6-4, in Area 4 title game. By Kirby Lee, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Umpires to Issue a Call for 10-Run 'Mercy Rule' By Steve Elling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
All-Star Game Is Last Hurrah for Seniors
Big Wheels Gravitate to Manhattan Beach : Bicycling: Although the Grand Prix field of 1,200 is divided into 35 categories, some of cycling's best will compete in the elite class. By Irene Garcia, TIMES STAFF WRITER
OLYMPIC FESTIVAL / VALLEY ROUNDUP : Sincharoen Helps West Earn Bronze By Mike Hiserman
Wi Slips Into Tie for Fifth After Stumbling In at 74 By Jason H. Reid
Knight Finished, and So Is West, 3-2 : Legion baseball: After he pitches limit of 12 innings, Ventura wins on RBI single by Moritz. By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Quance: Off Day, Night Off : Swimming: Northridge swimmer fails to qualify for breaststroke final. By Theresa Smith Munoz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
El Segundo Earns Trip to State; Westchester Loses in a Rout : Baseball: Claremont pitcher is overpowering in 10-0 playoff victory over Westchester. By Dan Reines, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Back-to-Back Athlete of Year Honors for Boseman Is a First By Rob Fernas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Soccer
SWIMMING / U.S. NATIONALS : Evans' Smile Is for Real After 400 Victory By Theresa Smith Munoz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chapman Promotes Assistant Peters to Head Baseball Coach By Martin Beck
The Orange County Vanguards lost to the Express, a...
Whitaker Meeting Lofty Expectations : Northridge's 6-8 Heavyweight to Make Festival Debut Tonight By Mike Hiserman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Brazilian Legend Toils in Obscurity : Soccer: Fans in his native country are on a first-name basis with World Cup hero Rildo Menezes, now coach of the Salsa. By Scott Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Griffey Must Settle for a Piece of Eight : Baseball: Mariner center fielder shares consecutive-game home run streak with Long, Mattingly after Twins hold him inside the park. From Associated Press
Jury Was Still Out on Lewis : Basketball: Third opinion was being sought from Southern California physicians on NBA player's heart. By Elliott Almond, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Case of Stupidity in First Degree By Mike Downey
Coleman Won't Contest Charges : Investigation: D.A.'s office hasn't made decision. Met outfielder makes public apology with family. By Brian Jaramillo, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Turning Back the Clock : Henry Ellard Has Spent the Off-Season Searching for the Step He Had Lost, and He Is Showing the Rams That He Has Found It By T.J. Simers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. OLYMPIC FESTIVAL : She Took Stab at This Sport and Liked It : Fencing: Felicia Zimmermann has become the top female competitor in the nation. By Wendy Witherspoon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Surgery Becomes Option for Easley By Bob Nightengale
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Reds' Browning Arrested for Pot Associated Press
Patterson, Grahe Lift the Angels' Spirits By Scott Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Still No Sign of Long as $4,000 Fines Mount By Steve Springer
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Report Says Cowboys Are Interested in Gary By T.J. Simers
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Injured Byrd Talks About Retirement \o7 From Wire Reports\f7
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