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What happened on March 12, 1993
ENTERTAINMENT
Mixed Mood at NBC News Amid 'Dateline' Probe : Television: Staffers are expectant about a new leader, but anxious about how they will rebuild the division's reputation and who will be dismissed. By Jane Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Auctions of Movie and Rock 'n' Roll Memorabilia Set
Meredith Monk: Faith in the Mixed Message : Dance: The genre-crossing choreographer sees new horizons for multidisciplinary art. The West Coast premiere of her 1990 duet 'Facing North' takes place at UCLA tonight. By Jan Breslauer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Music Sales Hit Record $9 Billion By Chuck Philips, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Trial's TV Ban Won't Let Us See for Ourselves By Howard Rosenberg
Editing of Stern Show Admitted : Radio: Tom Milewski, an executive at Greater Media Inc., which owns KLSX, says it is deleting some of Howard Stern's show pending a ruling on its challenge of FCC fines. By Claudia Puig, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Warner Balks, Seagal Signs With Columbia : Movies: Following studio's postponement of his directorial debut, action star accepts another film project. By Robert W. Welkos, TIMES STAFF WRITER
John McCracken Capitalizes on a Crisis : Art: When just one of his sculptures sold at a recent show, the artist pulled 'out all the stops' and switched to painting. By William Wilson, TIMES ART CRITIC
MUSIC REVIEW : Harmonica Virtuoso Mixes Bach, Blues By Susan Bliss, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Troupe's Fund-Raising Walk to Be March 20
Rhythm Cafe May Close Soon By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Change of Taste? It's Her Pleasure : Music: Despite warnings, romantic singer Katy Moffatt will put her sincere style aside and join ranks with the Barons, who play at the Rhythm Cafe tonight. By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Southside Johnny Isn't Taking It Easy : Rock music: The performer says he still loves being onstage with band the Jukes even after almost 20 years of gigs. They'll play tonight at the Coach House. By Buddy Seigal, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Unchained Melodies of Marley's Ghost : Unfettered by Labels or Too Many Rehearsals, Old Friends Let Their Folk Roots Carry Them By Rick Vanderknyff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
O.C. THEATER / JAN HERMAN : A 'Bedroom' Wake-Up Call By Jan Herman
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Bambini': A Spare But Moving Tale By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
Dance By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Pop/rock By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Tv/radio By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Tv/radio By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Tv/radio By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Pop/rock By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Tv/radio By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Tv/radio By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
MOVIE REVIEW : Learning to Cope With Life in L.A. 'When the Party's Over' : The film transcends the conventional plot and brings the characters alive in this engaging tale of struggling housemates. By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : 'CB4' Hips, Hops and Just Bounces Too Much By Michael Wilmington, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MOVIE REVIEW : Weak Logic Hurts an Emotionally Strong 'Olivier' By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
MOVIE REVIEW : Dank, Dogged Realism From 'Ethan Frome' By Peter Rainer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : A Classic Adventure Tale From 'A Far Off Place' By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CARTOON REVIEW : Frenetic Gags Back With Roger Rabbit, Baby Herman in 'Trail' By Charles Solomon
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Short: Eclectic Mix at Ebell Theatre By Don Heckman
Pop Album Chart : Three Singles Propel 'Bodyguard' By Dennis Hunt
'So Far': Henderson Cruises to Miles Davis By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER BEAT : Affectionate View of Carny Life
THEATER BEAT : 'Dearly Departed': Funeral Frolics
THEATER BEAT : 'Blindness': Tennessee Travails
THEATER BEAT : Extraordinary Ordinary People By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Tribeca--for the Sun, for the Pasta By Michelle Huneven, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Organ Concerts Set in Pasadena, San Gabriel
THEATER BEAT : 'King Lear' Builds Slowly
'Home' a Classy Take on Civil Rights Struggle : Theater: The play, vibrantly delivered by an all-female cast, recounts a black girl's coming of age in the South of the '60s. By Lynne Heffley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
National Video Rentals : 'Female' Fends Off Competition By Dennis Hunt
Purists Upset With Format of 'Last of the Mohicans' : The decision by FoxVideo to go with a widescreen format irritates some buyers because it's not in the letterbox form. By Dennis Hunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
UCLA Extension Class on Assistant Directing
Some Surprises in the Salute to Dave Bartholomew's Genius By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
A Sensitive, Articulate Look at Filmmaking By Barbara Saltzman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BUSINESS
Entertainment From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Technology From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Britain Is Dealt a Conservative Card Reuters
Airline Steers Clear of Some Electronics By Denise Gellene
21-Point Loss Breaks Dow's String : Market Overview Highlights of Thursday's market activity, compiled from Times staff and wire reports:
Taking Direct Approach to Special Interest : Advertising: Santa Ana-based Pink Pages is among burgeoning Yellow Pages directories that target specific groups. By Anne Michaud, TIMES STAFF WRITER
B of A Wins License for Hanoi Unit : Banking: The San Francisco firm is first U.S. financial institution to get approval for an office in Vietnam. By Martha Groves, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Charismatic GM Executive Calls It Quits : Automobiles: Purchasing chief Lopez achieved impressive cost savings, but his tactics strained relations with suppliers. By Donald W. Nauss, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Radio Play : Shamrock Will Acquire Marlite's 9 Stations By James Bates, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Turned Off by Turboprops : Airlines: Passengers are griping as big carriers switch away from jets on some lightly traveled, shorter routes. By Jesus Sanchez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Blue Shield Gets Jump on New Law : Insurance: The firm cuts prices and revamps management to position itself for small-group health coverage legislation taking effect July 1. By Thomas S. Mulligan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
More Mixed Signals on U.S. Economic Front : Recovery: Retail sales inched up in February. Weekly jobless claims hit a four-month high. Some experts say the expansion is slowing. From Associated Press
Judge Dismisses McDonnell Whistle-Blower's Lawsuit By Ralph Vartabedian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Retailing From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Technology From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Times Mirror Forms Committee to Study, Resolve Operations Issues
Securities From Times Staff and Wire Reports
FCC Slaps New Rules on Cable Industry : Communications: The service regulations spell out in unusual detail how the companies must treat their customers. By Paul Farhi, THE WASHINGTON POST
Banking From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Executive Ernest Mario Resigns in Glaxo Shake-Up From Associated Press
Medical Van to Roll: Officials at PacifiCare Health... Compiled by James M. Gomez / Times staff writer
FHP Is Growing: FHP Inc., another Orange County HMO, said... Compiled by James M. Gomez / Times staff writer
Clothestime Bucks Trend as Profit Jumps : Retail: Earnings for year increased 58% to $8.7 million. Analysts say the chain continues to outperform their estimates. By Dean Takahashi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Laguna Hills Mall Owner Plans Major Renovation : Retailing: One department store will be added to the center, built in the 1970s. Old Buffum's space will house The Limited's stores. By Greg Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HEALTH CARE : SPI Gets Approval to Sell Virazole in Luxembourg Compiled by James M. Gomez / Times staff writer
Advanced Logic Raises Stakes in Competition With Computer Rival : Sales: The Irvine-based PC maker has cut its prices 10%-25% as part of a burgeoning marketing war with Compaq. By Dean Takahashi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RTC Sells Former Keating S&L Property for Less Than 10% of Listed Value From Associated Press
Jorgensen Co. Unveils Refinancing Deal on Long-Term Debt
Sherman Oaks Consultant Indicted on Fraud Charges By Patrice Apodaca, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS
Schools and Racism
Handicapped Youth
Marian Bergeson
Marian Bergeson
World Trade Center Bombing
World Trade Center Bombing
World Trade Center Bombing
World Trade Center Bombing
Schools and Racism
Schools and Racism
Clintons
Violent Youth
Dead-Beat Dads
Reno Confirmed as First Woman Attorney General By Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Delegation Still Hopeful About Keeping Bases : Closures: Several state congressional members claim that the Pentagon's list of sites may be altered and that some installations in California will be spared. By Jerry Gillam and James Bornemeier, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Standoff at Embassy in Costa Rica Fans Coals of Nicaragua's Civil War : Terrorism: Gunmen release nine hostages. Ordeal shows that lingering hostilities still threaten regional peace. By Tracy Wilkinson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Messages His Support for Yeltsin : Politics: U.S. backing is indicated even if embattled Russian president dissolves Parliament. By Doyle Mcmanus, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Spill Endangers Drinking Water Along Ohio River Reuters
Smart Is Moved to N.Y. Associated Press
Born to Be Wild? Reuters
Nebraska Flood Sweeps Car Off Road; Two Men Killed Associated Press
Kevorkian Vows Hunger Strike if He Is Imprisoned From Reuters
Fire at Former GM Plant Reuters
STICKING TOGETHER: Officers at police departments... By Jerry Hicks and Anne Michaud and Greg Hernandez
CORRECT SHOPPING: Four Santa Ana women tired of spending... By Jerry Hicks and Anne Michaud and Greg Hernandez
ALL EARS: Ross Perot has plenty of friends in Orange... By Jerry Hicks and Greg Hernandez and Anne Michaud
VOLLEYBUCK$: The Assn. of Volleyball Professionals men's... By Greg Hernandez and Jerry Hicks and Anne Michaud
Hostage Stays Cool as Family Watches on TV By Lee Romney and Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Yeltsin Dealt New Setbacks in Battle to Keep Authority By John-thor Dahlburg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Officer Shot, 50-Mile Chase Ensues : Crime: A suspect takes a hostage and fires at police during wild pursuit through four counties. He is captured in Santa Ana. By Amy Wallace and Eric Malnic, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
COLUMN ONE : Draft Rift Lingers 50 Years Later : During World War II, thousands of Japanese-Americans served in the military--but hundreds, protesting their internment, refused. Their resistance divides the community to this day. By Susan Moffat, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2 Bases Spared; Long Beach May Get Reprieve By Glenn F. Bunting and James Bornemeier, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Bomb Suspects Got Thousands From German Account : Explosion: Authorities say the development gives weight to the theory that international terrorism may be involved in the fatal blast at World Trade Center in N.Y. By Sara Fritz and Robert L. Jackson, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
3 Young Murder Witnesses Learn the Price of Courage : Violence: They helped convict a killer when a friend was slain before he could testify. But now they live in fear. By Vicki Torres, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Doctor's Killing Raises Fears for Abortion Groups By David G. Savage and Eric Harrison, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Genetic Component Found in Lesbianism, Study Says : Science: Research on twins shows that environment also plays a role, although unclear, in sexual orientation. By Thomas H. Maugh Ii, TIMES SCIENCE WRITER
Concessions Sought to Fix Budget Glitch : Finances: A Democratic state senator and an education coalition want the governor and GOP lawmakers to give schools more taxing power. By Daniel M. Weintraub, TIMES STAFF WRITER
More Fee Hikes Planned for State's Colleges : Education: UC and Cal State systems are also looking at overhauling policies. Critics urge changes based on something other than budget emergencies. By Larry Gordon, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
Cult Arsenal--How Much Is Legal? : Weapons: Report says leader and gun dealer bought large quantities of arms. Almost any kind of firepower can be purchased in Texas. By J. Michael Kennedy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Nerve Imaging Could Revolutionize Treatment of Pain : Medicine: For first time, researchers are able to clearly define nerves inside the body. The technique holds promise for helping to ease a variety of conditions. By Thomas H. Maugh Ii, TIMES SCIENCE WRITER
THE WASHINGTON CONNECTION / ALAN C. MILLER : Tale of 2 Cities--and 2 Waxmans By Alan C. Miller
WORLD IN BRIEF : SOMALIA : Donors, Aid Officials Threaten Pullout From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : SOUTH AFRICA : General Accused of Ordering Killings From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : INDIA : New Governor Named for Kashmir From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Iraq Balking on Nuclear Data, U.N. Says Reuters
N. Korea Quits Treaty to Halt Spread of Nuclear Arms; Inspection at Issue : Weapons: Move deals blow to U.S. efforts on controls. Peninsula tensions are likely to rise. By Sam Jameson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORLD IN BRIEF : ITALY : Corruption Scandal Fells Energy Bosses From Times Staff and Wire Reports
ASIA : Indonesia President Sails Into New Term : But vice president choice shows that military intends to play a prominent role in politics. By Charles P. Wallace, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AFRICA : Angola Rebel Leader's Victory Fails to Open Path to Peace By Scott Kraft, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Aid Airdrop in Bosnia Is Sending a Message, if Not a Lot of Relief : Balkans: While some observers say symbolism of the U.S. effort is significant, cynics say the gesture may be harmful. By Carol J. Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
In Paris, Milosevic Gets VIP Treatment By Rone Tempest, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Considers Seizing Vast Wealth of Zaire's Mobutu to Force Him Out : Africa: Increasingly painful sanctions may be used as West grows frustrated at dictator's refusal to surrender power. By Norman Kempster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Embassy Siege Reigniting Embers of Nicaragua's Civil War : Terrorism: Gunmen release 9 hostages. Ordeal shows that lingering hostilities still threaten regional peace. By Tracy Wilkinson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Messages His Support for Yeltsin By Doyle Mcmanus, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Band of 'Nobodies' at Center of N.Y. Probe : Bombing: Immigrants upset by Kahane case could be part of a well-organized terrorist cell, officials say. By Elizabeth Shogren and William C. Rempel, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Bomb Suspect's Family Is Confused but Hopeful : Profile: Mohammed Salameh's relatives saw him change but say they can't explain his alleged role in attack. They put their trust in U.S. justice. By Kim Murphy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Southland Abortion Clinics Add Security After Incidents By Bettina Boxall and Somini Sengupta, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Clinton Aims to Win Over Wary Troops : Military: He'll visit their home turf amid uproar over gay personnel, cutbacks. Sailors, Marines at one base wonder just what he plans to do next. By Paul Richter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Offers $19.5-Billion Package to Help Defense Industry After Cuts : Pentagon: Expansion of high-technology jobs is the primary goal. Little immediate relief is proposed for displaced workers or affected firms. By Art Pine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Senate Panel Approves Deficit-Cutting Package By Constance Sommer and Karen Tumulty, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Chase Went by the Book, Officials Say : Tactics: Police used superior numbers and equipment to arrest man while averting harm to his hostage and the public. Some previous pursuits have provoked criticism of officers. By Jodi Wilgoren and Scott Harris, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
TV Drama Turns Alarmingly Real for Some Viewers : Eyewitnesses: Many residents of the Santa Ana neighborhood who watched the chase on television looked out their doors to see the incident unfold live. By Jon D. Markman and Davan Maharaj, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
3 Tickets Worth $20 Million Each in State Lottery Associated Press
Waco Standoff Continues Amid Legal Wrangling By J. Michael Kennedy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Engineers Planning 3 Options for Scaled-Down Space Station By Rudy Abramson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
House OKs Ban on Immigrants With HIV : Health: White House indicates it will reluctantly agree. Amendment would allow tourists, visitors for up to 30 days to enter without tests for the virus. By Marlene Cimons, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Senate Confirms Reno as First Female Attorney General : Cabinet: She immediately prepares to tackle an array of problems from the trade center bombing to status of the FBI director. By Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NRA Lobbyist Resigns Over Reno Rumors From Associated Press
Rabin Heading to U.S. for Crucial Visit : Diplomacy: He seeks assurances of Israel's security needed for success in Mideast talks. By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
American Charged With Aiding Hamas Reuters
2 Bases in State Off Closure List; 3rd May Follow By James Bornemeier and Glenn F. Bunting, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Chase on Television Took a Scary Turn in Santa Ana By Jon D. Markman and Davan Maharaj, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
O.C. Clinics on Their Guard After Shooting By Geoff Boucher, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Chase Went by the Book, Had Good Results : Tactics: Police used superior numbers and equipment to arrest man while averting harm to his hostage and the public. Some previous pursuits have provoked criticism of officers. By Scott Harris and Jodi Wilgoren, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
A CHRONICLE OF THE PASSING SCENE : Wrestling With a Mythical Giant By Sue Reilly, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Country Style : At Home in the Valley is a shopper's delight. It offers everything from chair pads to place mats and rugs. By Geri Cook
RECREATION : Fido Has His Day : Burbank Kennel Club's second show will be held Sunday. It is expected to include more than 100 different breeds and attract thousands of spectators. By Elaine Waldorf Gewirtz, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Elaine Waldorf Gewirtz is a Westlake Village free-lance writer.
PEOPLE : A Rage for 'Angels' : If it has to do with Farrah and the detective show's other actresses, Jack Condon collects it--as 5,000 items attest. By R. Daniel Foster, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; R. Daniel Foster writes regularly for The Times
PEOPLE : FOR KIDS : Homework Away From Home : Area libraries offer what children of working parents sometimes can't get elsewhere--help with their studies. By Stephanie Stassel, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ORGANIZATIONS : Gospel of Hope : African Village Outreach soothes the pain of Uganda, a nation wracked by dictatorship, war and AIDS. By R. Daniel Foster, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; R. Daniel Foster writes regularly for The Times.
COVER STORY : A Guide to Things Irish By Kathleen Kelleher
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Place to Party : The food isn't really out of the ordinary, but the lively atmosphere makes The Great Greek a standout. By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Entertainment : The Name Game : Rock bands often hurdle over the boundaries of good taste when it comes to choosing an eye-catching moniker for themselves. By David Wharton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS : A Film Portrait of a Father : The documentary on the artist could mean an Oscar for a CalArts graduate. By Michael Arkush, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSIC : Doing His Own Work : Karel Husa will conduct the CSUN Wind Ensemble as it performs pieces by . . . Karel Husa. By Steve Appleford, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Steve Appleford writes regularly about music for Valley Life.
MUSIC : A Long Run : Actor, singer and writer Theodore Bikel, who has played in 'Fiddler' more than 1,000 times, will give a series of concerts. By Michael Arkush, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSIC : Tour de Fun : The Pleasure Barons, peopled by some talented rock cutups, take to the road again. By Steve Appleford, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Appleford writes regularly about music for Valley Life.
Coming of Age at 40 : American Renegade Theatre's 'Artichoke' is a relationship comedy about a woman who grows up during a summer romance. By Janice Arkatov, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Janice Arkatov writes regularly about theater for Valley Life.
THEATER : Musical Foresight : In 'The Story of Nowhere Island,' composer Rody Oddos predicts the course of his marriage. The show, though, has a happy ending. By Janice Arkatov, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Janice Arkatov writes regularly about theater for The Times.
THEATER REVIEW : Speaking a Writer's Mind : Performers for the Interact Theatre Company bring to life the images of Dylan Thomas' languorous meditation, 'Under Milk Wood.' By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Robert Koehler writes regularly about theater for The Times.
ART : Sculptures' Redeeming Value : A new show combines the works of two artists who find beauty in freeway debris and other discarded items. By Nancy Kapitanoff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly about art for The Times.
The exclusive Valley music charts are compiled for The...
COVER STORY : A Complicated Clan : Area Irish-Americans keep their culture alive, largely through Valley groups. By Kathleen Kelleher, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Kathleen Kelleher writes regularly for The Times
COVER STORY : NIGHT MOVES : At These Pubs, More Than the Names Are Irish By David Wharton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Piece of the Rock By Rose Apodaca
Money Talks, but Since It Can't Whisper Sweet Nothings, Who Cares? By Ann Conway and Patrick Mott
A Sampling of Stores Offering Value and Distinction By John Morell
When a Fad Does a Body Harm By Andrea Heiman
Going to Waif? : Thinner-Than-Thin Bods May Be 'In,' but L.A. Women Plan to Keep Their Muscles By Andrea Heiman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Older, Mellower and Gentle on the Budget By Rose-marie Turk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Roxbury Draws the Fly and the Flawed in Basic Black and Flesh By Rose Apodaca
Feel Like Shopping? Curl Up With a Good Catalogue By Barbara Denatale
Tall Orders : Height of fashion for these NBA players is custom clothing that fits their long frames--not to mention their sense of style. The quest to establish a 'rep as a dresser' has led them to a Costa Mesa clothier and to tailors who can suit their tastes. By Gaile Robinson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Top Tykes With the Drop of a Hat By Julie Bawden Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THE Return OF Romance : In an atmosphere of gloom and doom, low-power pantsuits, poet's shirts and lace trimmings lighten the mood By Mary Rourke, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
Rib Joint : Necromance on Melrose sells human and animal bone jewelry to the hip in search of a little shock value. The store has its fans--and its critics. By John M. Glionna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
What Now, Design Darlings? : Unless Sarah Phillips quickly finds financial backers, she'll lose her big chance to capitalize on inaugural success. By Jill Gerston, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
What Now, Design Darlings? : First Lady fave Randy Kemper has one thing on his mind--working women with no time to primp. By Jill Gerston, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
INSIDE OUT / NOTES FROM THE STYLE FRONT : Head 'Em Up, Move 'Em Out By Debra Gendel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Bobby Short Provides an Elegant APLA Boost By Betty Goodwin
BOOK REVIEW : Samba Quest Dances Off Beat : WHY IS THIS COUNTRY DANCING? A One-Man Samba to the Beat of Brazil by John Krich . Simon & Schuster: $22; 305 pages By Constance Casey, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Obituaries
Ex-Deputy's Harassment Claim Dismissed : Courts: Phase 1 of a two-part trial ends when judge rules offensive remarks directed at black officer did not violate civil rights law. By Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Oxnard High Year-Round Plan Heavily Criticized By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hospital Will Quit Medical Alert Program : Camarillo: Pleasant Valley's action follows pledges that it would not reduce services after its recent merger. By Maia Davis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Easing of Ride-Share Regulation Proposed : Air quality: Two supervisors want their colleagues to let small businesses take part in a less expensive program. By Tina Daunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Household of 44 Thankful After Blaze : Oxnard: No one was injured in fire that leaves the Carranza clan homeless and officials frustrated with crowding law. By Daryl Kelley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
VENTURA : District to Set Up Weapons Hot Line By Carlos V. Lozano
VENTURA : Dispute Over Path Could Go to Court By Kay Saillant
VENTURA : Lawyer Pleads Guilty to Charges By Jane Hulse
CAMARILLO : Dog on Wheels Gets New Lease on Life By Maia Davis
POINT MUGU : Gay Rights Activist Files Complaint By Sara Catania
Countywide : Park Information Broadcast on Radio By Stephanie Simon
Countywide : Man, 34, Arrested in 6 Bank Robberies By Jeff Mcdonald
LAKE CASITAS : Water District Ends 3 Years of Restrictions By Timothy Williams
Countywide : Water Board Backs Property Tax Levy By Doug Mcclellan
Assault on Bus Driver Renews Calls for Security : Transit: Some Torrance routes have been dangerous for too long, a city employees union complained to the state after the sixth attack in five years. By Anthony Millican, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mall Merchants Fear for Safety : They Say Shooting Death of Arcade Worker Underscores Lax Security at Del Amo Fashion Center By Janet Rae-dupree, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Their Get-Well Gift: Sick Leave : Friendship: Cal State Dominguez Hills associates give sick days to an ailing colleague under a new policy. By Deborah Schoch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Word on Fate of L.A. Air Base Due From Pentagon Today : Cutbacks: The site, cornerstone of the region's aerospace industry, will survive, congresswoman from Marina del Rey predicts. By Randal C. Archibold, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FILLMORE : Soil at Sanctuary Found to Be Safe By Kay Saillant
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GONE WITH THE WIND : Kite enthusiasts will get their chance to let it fly at the annual festival. By Mary Helen Berg
South Bay residents familiar with Chez Melange's... By Mary Guthrie
Obituaries
House Of Representatives
Congressmen Hang Back on El Toro Closure By Dave Lesher, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Contractor Told to Start Building Toll Road : Transportation: Final approval given by San Joaquin tollway agency. Environmentalists still hope to block work. By Jeffrey A. Perlman and Tom Mcqueeney, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Police Seeking Man Seen After Officer's Death : Investigation: He flagged down a taxicab nearby. He isn't considered a suspect but is wanted for questioning. By Rene Lynch and Eric Young, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Collegians Beat Drums for Diversity By Bill Billiter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dear Supervisors: How About New Vote on AIDS Bias? By Dana Parsons
PLACENTIA YORBA LINDA : School Union Sues for 'Holiday' Pay By Danielle A. Fouquette
FULLERTON : Bridging the Gap of Intolerance By Willson Cummer
STANTON : Council Tentatively OKs 6% Utility Tax By Willson Cummer
PLACENTIA YORBA LINDA : School Board OKs Pact With Teachers By Danielle A. Fouquette
COSTA MESA : Residents to Decide Sister-City Issue By Lynda Natali
IRVINE : Drive to Raise Funds for College Fees By Tom Mcqueeney
Countywide : Holding Ticket to Instant Retirement By Stacy Wong
SANTA ANA : Bilingual Education Report Has Dissenter By Jon Nalick
Countywide : Essay Competition Open to Students
ORANGE : Unused School Site Plans Considered By Shelby Grad
WESTMINSTER : Council OKs Plan to Expand Church By Andrea Heiman
LAGUNA BEACH : Video About AIDS to Be Shot in City By Leslie Earnest
As Slide Creeps On, Home Repair Delay Urged : Disaster: Anaheim Hills evacuees have been told they may return home, but geologist says earth is still moving. By Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2 Teens Hurt in Westminster Drive-By Shooting By Greg Hernandez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sexual Harassment Claims by Ex-Laguna Beach Employee Are Rejected : Litigation: City says it took action on plaintiff's complaints. She says stress and hostile environment forced her to leave. She is now a waitress. By Leslie Earnest, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Molestation Case Brings New Ruling From Associated Press
Landslide Victims Discuss Tax District : Rebuilding: San Clemente residents learn about geological hazard abatement zone that could help them with loans, bond sales or special taxes. By Frank Messina, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Mother Dies After Losing Suit in Son's Slaying By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
We Just Can't Afford to Let Public Officials Accept Gifts : County supervisors have acknowledged that it's a bad idea. A flat ban is needed here and elsewhere to eliminate a bad practice and worse perception. By Shirley Grindle, Shirley Grindle has been an activist for campaign reform and government ethics in Orange County since 1970.
Residents Man Hoses as Roof Fire Spreads
Erasing the Hurt : Community Pitches In to Repair Vandalized Van Nuys Classrooms By Jeff Schnaufer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CSUN Teachers Vote to Boycott Fraternity By Leslie Berger, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CHATSWORTH : Driver Killed as Car Runs Off Freeway By Ed Bond
BURBANK : Valley Is Model in Anti-Gang Effort By Jim Herron Zamora
SANTA MONICA MOUNTAINS : Park Information Broadcast on Radio By Stephanie Simon
Foothill Officer Honored by Legislators
NEWHALL : Driver Killed When Truck Strikes Car By Alicia Di Rado
CALABASAS : Police Say Suspect Commandeered Car By Carmen Valencia
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY : 4 Sites Selected for Concert Shuttle By Amy Pyle
NORTHRIDGE : Husband Waits for Call About Remains By Carmen Valencia
BURBANK : Visitor Accused of Starting House Fire By Alicia Di Rado
SUN VALLEY : Man Found Fatally Shot in His Truck By Alicia Di Rado
Workshop Will Teach Migrants to Aid Children's Education By Jonathan Gaw, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ELECTIONS / L.A. CITY COUNCIL : Yaroslavsky, Lake Spar on Transit By Ron Russell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Planners Deadlock on Reseda Boulevard Extension Question : Development: The commission debates altering a city requirement. At issue is whether the street should be extended into Topanga State Park. By Carol Watson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
McKeon Asks U.S. for Advice on Schools Breakup Plan : L.A. Unified: In a letter to new Atty. Gen. Janet Reno, the congressman seeks assistance in developing a proposal that would not violate civil rights laws. By Henry Chu, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ELECTIONS / L.A. COUNCIL : Chick, Magana Take Lead in Fund Raising By Sharon Bernstein and John Schwada, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
2 Deny Guilt in Insurance Fraud Case By Ed Bond, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Palmdale OKs Park-and-Ride Lots : Commuters: The two Caltrans-owned sites will accommodate several hundred vehicles. By Carol Chastang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Patient in AIDS Case Told to Pay Damages to Technician : Courts: The woman underwent a procedure in which a medical worker was cut by a scalpel. By Henry Chu, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chew on this one: A sign outside the Original Pantry Cafe... By Steve Harvey
King's Facial Injuries Laid to Baton Blows By Linda Deutsch, ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER
Workers Doubt Logic of Closing Naval Shipyard By Roxana Kopetman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CLINTON WATCH : Channel Overkill
Crackdown With Reverberations : Cairo retaliates for random attacks by militants on foreign tourists
Death by an Extremist's Gun : Abortion clinics and their staffs are so tragically vulnerable
Rodney King's Day in Court : Appearance is a landmark in this long ordeal
Respect Free Speech, but Note the Words : Extremists: Keeping track of them is a public service; Americans should knowwhat's in their midst. By David A. Lehrer, David A. Lehrer is regional director of the Anti-Defamation League in Los Angeles.
The Lawless 1% of L.A. Is Holding the City Hostage : Mayor's race: Crime is our No. 1 problem, socially and economically. We need 10,000 more LAPD officers. By John Z. Borunda, John Z. Borunda, a businessman and commissioner on the governor's Board of Juvenile Justice, retired as an LAPD lieutenant after 20 years of service
Who Says This Isn't Terrorism? : Abortion: Doctor's murder is proof that women's civil rights need federal protection. By Helen Neuborne, Helen Neuborne is executive director of NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund, whose legal director argued the Bray case before the Supreme Court.
Obituaries : Parke Levy; Writer and Humorist Had Many Successes in TV, Radio By Burt A. Folkart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries : C. Northcote Parkinson; His Law Still Holds By Burt A. Folkart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County Lobbying Law Ignored, Unenforced : Ethics: The ordinance requiring lobbyists to report their employers, their earnings and activities carries no civil penalties. By Hector Tobar, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Questions Raised in Death of Man Shot by Taser : Reaction: Friends of a popular barber who died after a police chase ask why the stun gun was used on him when he stumbled into a swimming pool. An autopsy fails to determine what killed him. By Edmund Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cab Company Cited in Money Laundering Case : Ethics: Bell Cab is accused of improper contributions totaling $11,000 to City Council members and candidates in 1990 and 1991. Firm was seeking a lucrative city permit at the time. By Rich Connell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
King Struck on Head by Baton, Expert Says By Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOCAL ELECTIONS / L.A. MAYOR : Personal Attacks Begin to Turn Race Into Brawl By Jack Cheevers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CARSON : Trial Ordered in Murder of 'Hogan's Heroes' Star
A look at noteworthy addresses in the Southland. William...
VAN NUYS : Community Pitches In to Offset Vandals' Work
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA : Gay Civilian Worker Files Bias Claim Against Navy
LOS ANGELES : Survey Seeks to Clarify Mayoral Candidates' Stands
VIEW PARK : Youth Arrested in Slaying of Ice Cream Shop Owners
BALDWIN HILLS : Workers Clean Up Small Oil Spill in Ballona Creek
Above Par : Students Building Miniature Golf Course on Campus By Bob Pool, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Warner Bros. Executive Named to Air Quality District Board By Carl Ingram, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lawmaker Seeks U.S. Advice on L.A. School District Breakup By Henry Chu, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Principal of Run-Down Compton School Ousted : Education: The action comes after weeks of unrest in which parents, joined by teachers and students, demanded a wide range of changes. By Howard Blume, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOCAL ELECTIONS / L.A. MAYOR : Riordan, Katz Lead Rivals in 10-Week Fund-Raising Tally By Richard Simon and Ted Rohrlich, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
SPORTS
ANGELS : Club Report Blames Blue Jays By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Anteaters Like First Matchup By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DIVISION II GIRLS : Brea-Olinda Escapes in Overtime, 64-55 By Kim Q. Berkshire, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DIVISION V BOYS : Brethren Has Frayed Nerves and a Victory By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DIVISION I BOYS : Mater Dei Gets Job Done, Sends Hanford Packing By Chris Foster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kick Back, Keep Up on Current Trends By Barbie Ludovise
PREP BASEBALL ROUNDUP : Mater Dei Stops Esperanza to Reach Tournament Final By Michael Itagaki
Buena Freshmen Provide Spark in Win Over Crenshaw By Jason H. Reid, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Morningside Blitzes Notre Dame : High school basketball: Knights fall to Monarchs, 86-65, in regional semifinal. By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Loara Baseball Tournament
Prep Baseball Roundup
LOARA BASEBALL TOURNAMENT : Rivera's Throw Gives Ocean View a Victory By Tom Birschbach
Tension Marked Angelini's Past : Emotional Distress Dogged Harvard-Westlake Soccer Player Before Kicking Incident By Kennedy Cosgrove, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Ventura Turns Back San Jose City With Rally in 2nd Half By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pepperdine, N. Arizona Land O.C. Athletes By Mike Reilley
DIGEST : Highland High's Koykka Signs to Play Football at Northridge
Prep Roundup
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Cook Drives In Eight to Propel Chapman Past Portland
PREP ROUNDUP : Capistrano Valley Beats Irvine in 4 Games By Lauri Lappin
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Rancho Santiago Wins on Wild Pitch in 10th
COLLEGE BASEBALL ROUNDUP : Canyons Trounces Valley to Register 11th Consecutive Victory
Notre Dame Glad to Lend Its Players
Bell-Jeff Falls After Faltering in 4th Quarter By Kelvin C. Bias
COLLEGE DIVISION NOTEBOOK / MARTIN BECK : Weather Has Put Damper on Chapman Softball Season By Martin Beck
AVP Raids WPVA of Four Elite Players : Pro volleyball: The move by governing body of the men's group signals the creation of a rival tour. By Irene Garcia, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Williamson Lifts South Past San Dimas : Division III: The point guard scores 13 of his game-high 25 points in the fourth quarter of a 54-47 win. By Rob Fernas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Double Play in 9th Results in Singular Taft Victory By Steve Elling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santee Is No Match for the Monarchs : Division III: The Morningside girls overcome some poor shooting with strong defense in 68-59 win. By Cap Carey, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Morningside Boys Cruise Past Notre Dame, 86-65 : Division III: Stais Boseman scores a game-high 23 points as the Monarchs advance to the regional final. By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Serra High Is Never Challenged in Romp : Division IV: The Cavaliers race to 14-4 lead and 46-25 advantage at halftime in 101-53 victory. By Kirby Lee, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Once Again, Santa Ynez No Match for St. Bernard : Division IV: Although the Vikings play sloppily, their tough defense prevails in 55-39 win. By Barry Baum, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jones Gets Top Billing, but Agoura Best From Distance By John Ortega, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Field of 10,000 Women Expected for Run By Irene Garcia, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Prep All-Star Basketball Game Tonight at South
FISHING / DAN STANTON : It Was Yellowtail by Day, Sand Bass by Night for Area Anglers By Dan Stanton
Lion Baseball Team Returns Home
Role Reversal : New Mexico State Put the Bickering Behind and Transformed Itself From Underachiever to Leader of the Big West Conference By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sweet Swinger : Michael Carbajal Is a Nice Guy in What Can Be a Nasty Game By Earl Gustkey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
UNLV Denies Report It Acted Improperly By Danny Robbins, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL ROUNDUP : Leveque's Shutout Lifts Notre Dame Into Final
Plan by Men's Volleyball Group Threatens Women's Tour : Beach tour: AVP wants to include a women's division, a move that could jeopardize future of the WPVA. By Mike Reilley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mighty Ducks Interview OHL Greyhounds' Bassin By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kings Pay Penalty Again, 4-3 : Hockey: Granato goes off for slashing, then Jagr scores Pittsburgh's winning goal in overtime. By Lisa Dillman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Flight of Fancy Ends for USC : College basketball: Trojans' visions of victory and an NCAA tournament bid are dashed by Arizona, 87-76. By Dan Hafner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Late Rally Lifts UCLA to Victory : College basketball: Bruins overcome eight-point deficit to defeat Arizona State after Harrick is ejected with 15:43 to play. By Elliott Almond, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Waiter Was Not Impressed by Attempt to Butter Him Up By Mal Florence
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Selection Show Almost Too Big for Its Brackets By Larry Stewart
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NBA ROUNDUP : It's History: Miami Beats Bulls From Associated Press
COLLEGE BASKETBALL NATIONAL ROUNDUP : Massachusetts Defeats Temple From Associated Press
COLLEGE BASKETBALL PAC-10 ROUNDUP : California Defeats Oregon State From Associated Press
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SOUTHERN REGIONAL ROUNDUP : Mater Dei Routs Hanford, 89-48
SAILING : Davis Thrown for Loss but Ties for Lead By Rich Roberts
NHL ROUNDUP : Boston Clinches a Playoff Spot From Associated Press
BASEBALL NOTES : Optimism Abounds--Except Around Padres By Peter Pascarelli, SPORTING NEWS
TRACK AND FIELD WORLD INDOOR CHAMPIONSHIPS : Questions on Doping Take Precedence Over Events By Julie Cart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GIRLS' BASKETBALL SOUTHERN REGIONAL : Lynwood Answers Question By David Coulson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BOYS' BASKETBALL SOUTHERN REGIONAL : Crenshaw Gets What It Wants: Mater Dei By Tom Hamilton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SANTA ANITA : Mabee Won't Hire Valenzuela, Finds Him in Winner's Circle By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Comeback Begins in Earnest : Baseball: Fernando Valenzuela pitches two scoreless innings in his first appearance in a major league uniform since 1991. From Associated Press
Of This, That and the Other By Mike Downey
Collision Is Costly to Huntington Beach By Tom Hamilton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Robinson Back at Start-Finish Line : College football: USC coach begins again at Anaheim, where his end came as Ram coach. By Steve Springer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Christie No Longer on Hold : Lakers: Rookie doesn't know all the plays, but he will make his debut against 76ers tonight. By Helene Elliott, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / SPRING TRAINING REPORT : Valenzuela Pitches 2 Shutout Innings Associated Press
ANGELS : Club Report Points to Blue Jays By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DODGERS : No For-Sale Sign on Ballclub By Maryann Hudson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL BIG WEST CONFERENCE TOURNAMENT : UC Santa Barbara Rallies, Upsets UNLV By Paul Mcleod, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL PACIFIC 10 ROUNDUP : USC Falls Short Against Arizona State, 64-55
DIVISION III GIRLS : Costa Mesa Gets Boost From DiCamilli's 36 Points in 67-45 Victory By Martin Henderson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Fog' Jockey Carmouche Denied Reinstatement Associated Press
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