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What happened on October 08, 1993
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Aspin Rejects Calls for His Resignation : Criticism: Defense secretary concedes his decision not to send armor to U.S. forces in Somalia was a mistake. MICHAEL ROSS and JOHN M. BRODER, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Agnes de Mille Dies; Her Dances Remade Broadway : Theater: Innovative choreographer enlivened 'Oklahoma!' 'Brigadoon' and other musicals. MYRNA OLIVER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Nobel Prize Goes to U.S. Author Toni Morrison JOHN J. GOLDMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Statuesque Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Abbot Kinney's Eclectic Mix MARY ROURKE
Basics Instinct : B.U.M. Equipment Finds Success Making Comfortable Everyday Clothing With Reverse Snob Appeal WILLIAM KISSEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Studies in Weird 101 : Want to contact the dead? Run a topless bar? There's a class for you. RIP RENSE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
New Group Aids State Voucher Effort : Education: As the campaign for Proposition 174 struggles, a national organization contributes $25,000. ELIZABETH SHOGREN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Reno Weighs Border Options : Immigration: Attorney general stops short of endorsing a blockade. But she says more effective ways of deploying agents are being considered. SEBASTIAN ROTELLA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mayor Expected to Scale Back LAPD Buildup RICH CONNELL and JIM NEWTON, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Visions of Fantasy ROSE APODACA
Deal May Allow Some Owl Area Logging MELISSA HEALY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Military Ban on Gays Suspended Temporarily : Government: Defense Department is seeking a stay of federal judge's ruling. Meanwhile, it will comply with the order forbidding discrimination. BETTINA BOXALL and MELISSA HEALY, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Clinton Text: 'If We Were to Leave Tomorrow . . . Chaos Would Resume' From Reuters
Bosnian President Renews Plea to Lift Arms Embargo STANLEY MEISLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
N.Y. Bombing Trial Defense Protests Forewoman's Sobs From Reuters
700 Somalis Wounded, Red Cross Finds Associated Press
World IN BRIEF : HAITI : Rightists Shut Down Capital With Strike From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Rep. Cox Drops Plans to Run for U.S. Senate DAVE LESHER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bhutto Seeks to Form Pakistani Coalition Government : Election: Her party wins 86 seats in 217-member assembly, and she bargains with minor parties for support. CHARLES P. WALLACE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cox Surprises GOP, Rejects Campaign for U.S. Senate DAVE LESHER, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Another Round of Fee Hikes Sought at UC, Cal State : Education: Administrators say the funds are needed to boost salaries. Students express outrage at planned increases ranging from $342 to $650 per year. RALPH FRAMMOLINO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BOOK REVIEW : A Mother's Journey to World of Change : LOST IN JERSEY CITY: A Novel by Paula Sharp , HarperCollins, $20, 304 pages CHRIS GOODRICH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Valley Parenting : Moms Get Support From Peers : Some groups provide a weekly play date, while others have more structured activities. BARBARA BRONSON GRAY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Barbara Bronson Gray writes regularly for The Times
Mondale Urges U.S.-Japan Trade Action : Diplomacy: The new ambassador to Tokyo shows the old adroitness honed in politics. TERESA WATANABE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Justice Dept. Supports State on Tax Challenge DAVID G. SAVAGE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ART : 3 Views of Family : A trio of Latino artists provides differing perspectives on the subject in a gallery showing. NANCY KAPITANOFF, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly about art for The Times.
Aliyev Declared Azerbaijan Winner : Caucasus: He takes 98.8% of vote in election marred by irregularities. But shattered nation's support for ex-KGB figure seems genuine and broad. HUGH POPE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Gingrich Says He Has Votes to Be New House Minority Leader WILLIAM J. EATON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Mother Nature's Guide to Vibrant Beauty & Health' MARIA D. LASO
Valley Parenting : Taking Control of TV : Limiting the youngsters' viewing time often means more family togetherness--but the children are watching what mom and dad choose. RAY BENNETT, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Ray Bennett is a frequent contributor to The Times.
Valley Parenting : Raising a Reader Takes Time : Children learn to love the printed word with a mixture of encouragement and example. R. DANIEL FOSTER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: R. Daniel Foster is a regular contributor to The Times
Think Hepburn BETTY GOODWIN
Johanna and Millisa Houston Are as Unique as Their Creations From Another Time and Place : Like Mother, Like Daughter MARY ROURKE, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
Valley Parenting : Learning Lifesaving at Home : Families and baby-sitters can get first aid training in the comfort of their own living rooms. BARBARA BRONSON GRAY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Barbara Bronson Gray writes regularly for The Times.
2 Missions in Clinton's Approach : Force: New deployment is designed to lay political solution before guerrillas and to protect American troops in Somalia. ART PINE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Delay Would Kill NAFTA, Salinas Warns From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Wilson Ousts Deputy Chief of Lottery VIRGINIA ELLIS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Trustline Bill Signed Into Law ROBIN ABCARIAN
Statue of Freedom Due Back on Dome Oct. 23 Reuters
Crammed With Enough Information to Fill the Universe : Literature: Coming in at 1.3 million words long, the new edition of "Encyclopedia of Science Fiction" searches for order in an unwieldy field. SHELDON TEITELBAUM, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Valley Parenting : An Early Feel for Threads : Making a personal fashion statement is one of a child's first steps toward independence. GARY KLEIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Gary Klein writes regularly for The Times.
Fail-Safe Outfits : * Suitmasters is designed for men on a budget and for those who hate to shop. GERI COOK
Valley Parenting : Plenty of Places for a Party : Parks, the zoo, craft stores and restaurants can provide fun and entertainment for birthday bashes. ROBERTA G. WAX, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Roberta G. Wax writes regularly for The Times
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Classics Worth the Wait : Daily Grill's newest branch serves high-quality American food in a bright room modeled after a '30s-era diner. MAX JACOBSON, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Max Jacobson reviews restaurants every Friday in Valley Life!
Valley Parenting : Tutors Can Give Kids a Boost : Whether a student is having trouble in school or just wants to do better, extra help may be the answer. ROBERTA G. WAX, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Roberta G. Wax writes regularly for The Times
Drunk-Busting Montana Cop Turns in Badge DAN BAUM, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Karcher May Lose Shares in Bank Sale JAMES S. GRANELLI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSEUMS : Bats' Bum Rap : To help repair the creatures' battered image, the Natural History Museum in Burbank will present an interactive exhibit on the mammals. R. DANIEL FOSTER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: R. Daniel Foster is a regular contributor to The Times.
Police Name 2 Suspects in Child Abuse Case ERIC MALNIC and TOM GORMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Policy Appears to Quell Revolt in Congress MICHAEL ROSS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THEATER : Taking on the 'Bad Guys' : 'Mister Rogers' Neighborhood' inspires satire on a Latino TV personality who battles the network's producers. ROBERT KOEHLER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Robert Koehler writes regularly on theater for The Times.
Valley Parenting : A Prescription for Convenience : Program at Northridge Hospital Medical Center caters to mildly ill kids with working guardians. MARYANN HAMMERS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Maryann Hammers writes regularly for The Times.
Leader of Blue Angels Exonerated Washington Post
SWAT Team Raids School Only to Find Gunman Is a Hoax Associated Press
LATIN AMERICA : Argentine Ruling Party on Roll After Victory WILLIAM R. LONG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Orders 5,300 Troops to Somalia, Sets March 31 Pullout : Africa: Deployment is 'to protect our troops and to complete our mission,' President says. Of the contingent, 1,800 are from Camp Pendleton, including hundreds from the El Toro and Tustin Marine bases. JOHN M. BRODER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
There Is Uniform Appeal for Kids in Public Appearances PATRICK MOTT and ANN CONWAY
Back to School : A trip to Valley College can be a learning experience, during which visitors can enjoy music, art and history. Swimming and tennis facilities are also available. NANCY KAPITANOFF, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly for The Times
Child in Alleged Sex Abuse Photos Found TOM GORMAN and ERIC MALNIC, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Their Life Is a Treasure Hunt : Serious collectors passionately pursue objects that seem like mere oddities to most people. MICHAEL ARKUSH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Class, Please Welcome Mr. Milken AMY HARMON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Valley Parenting : Knowing When to Seek Expert Advice ROBERTA G. WAX, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Roberta G. Wax is a frequent contributor to The Times
THEATER REVIEW : Cold 'Midsummer Night's Dream' : Group Repertory Theatre offering of the Shakespeare comedy lacks a magical feel. ROBERT KOEHLER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Robert Koehler writes regularly about theater for The Times.
SPRING COLLECTIONS / MILAN : What Could Top Grunge? A Punk Revival MARY ROURKE, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
DESIGN : Echoes of Picasso : Architectural firm's House in the Hills borrows from the painter's abstract masterpiece. SUSAN VAUGHN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Navy Psychiatrist Found Guilty From Times Wire Services
COLUMN ONE : Caught in a Vicious, Bitter Trap : Instead of new lives, some immigrant women have found misery and fear. Their American husbands try to use deportation laws to keep them locked in abusive marriages. DIANNE KLEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORKING : Fragrant Business Deal : Two mothers came up with the idea of marketing their aromatic homemade play dough. It washes out easily and does not stain. KAREN E. KLEIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Karen E. Klein is a Monrovia writer
Cash Registers Ringing Praises of Mighty Ducks : Marketing: Shoppers across U.S. snap up items depicting NHL's newest team, which debuts tonight. MATT LAIT and MARTIN MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Warm, Fuzzy Feeling of New Clothes DEBRA GENDEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
New Law Targets Underage Drinking Drivers DANIEL M. WEINTRAUB, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Croatia Army Accused of Atrocities : Balkans: U.N. officials report 70 Serbian civilians killed, 500 buildings razed. They suggest Zagreb condoned the slaughter. CAROL J. WILLIAMS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
At the Mall, Fanny Pack Is Fashion Forward-But When You Hit the Trail, Leave It Behind JOHN MORELL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
EUROPE : Banking Scandal in Hungary Shakes Public Confidence : Forty cases of corruption, representing $220 million, are being probed. But that may be just the tip of the iceberg. CAROL J. WILLIAMS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Execution of Teen-Age Killers Weighed : Florida: Two on Death Row now, and slaying of Briton has intensified the debate. The state's juvenile justice system is seen as outdated and inefficient. MIKE CLARY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Valley Parenting : Bookstores for Children R. DANIEL FOSTER
Eruption of Violence Points Up Disarray at the Kremlin RICHARD BOUDREAUX, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Behind The Scenes : Hollywood Wardrobe Gets a New Role on the Auction Block
The Toughest Job in Town: Selling NAFTA JAMES BORNEMEIER
McDonnell Douglas to Lay Off 1,000 Workers : Aerospace: The company will cut space station employees in Huntington Beach, Houston and St. Louis. ROBERT W. STEWART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Valley Parenting : A Taste for Cooking : Culinary programs eliminate mess of home teaching and encourage creativity and open-mindedness about food. BARBARA BRONSON GRAY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Barbara Bronson Gray writes regularly for The Times.
Scottish Tourist Is Stabbed in Florida Robbery Attempt Times Wire Services
World IN BRIEF : PANAMA : Ruben Blades Will Run for President From Times Staff and Wire Reports
MUSIC : Return to the Old Days : Woodstock alumnus Stephen Stills will be among the artists performing in a concert Sunday. The event also represents an effort to restore a positive image to the city's parks. MICHAEL ARKUSH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Tailhook '93 Organizers Downplay Past Woes : Convention: Supporters blame politicians and the media for the event's tarnished image after sexual misconduct scandal. MICHAEL GRANBERRY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Exit Strategy' for Somalia Plows New Military Ground : Policy: Six-month deadline praised as recognition of limited U.S. stake. But foes could wait out departure. DOYLE McMANUS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSIC : Learning Situations : John Leitham says he owes much to music teacher Al Stauffer, who gave him direction and purpose. ZAN STEWART, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Zan Stewart writes regularly about jazz for The Times.
Yeltsin Shuts Down Russia's Highest Court CAREY GOLDBERG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THEATER : Shakespeare's Farewell : Director Sabin Epstein believes that 'The Tempest' is deceptive, and also very timely. JANICE ARKATOV, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Janice Arkatov is a regular contributor to The Times.
Clinton Orders 5,300 Troops to Somalia, Sets March 31 Pullout : Africa: Deployment is 'to protect our troops and to complete our mission,' President says, rejecting calls to 'cut and run.' He sends 1,700 soldiers, plus 3,600 Marines to be stationed offshore. JOHN M. BRODER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Toddler in Sex Photos Is Traced to O.C. Home TOM GORMAN and ERIC MALNIC, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
LOS ANGELES : 360 Pounds of Cocaine Seized; 3 Suspects Held
CHP Deals on Wheels : At Only 95,000 Miles, These Cream Puffs Are Just Getting Broken In GORDON DILLOW, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Hero Falls From Favor : Famed Inglewood School Supt. George McKenna on the Way Out MICHELE FUETSCH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Decontamination Cost Settlement Deadline Set MYRON LEVIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Laguna Beach to Get Back FM Radio Signals It Lost LESLIE EARNEST, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Carjacking and Causes
Mighty Oaks Losing Battle : Environment: Two trees have been cut down in what the city and property owner say is in the interest of public safety. Neighbors protest. SCOTT GLOVER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Major Cocaine Bust Leads to Another
Copyright Issue Bedevils Plans for New Mascot : Education: Mission Viejo High School committee plans to change image of smiling baby imp, which students chose in a recent election, to avoid having to pay fee to comics firm for similar 'Hot Stuff' character. ANNA CEKOLA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sister Asks Suspect to Surrender ANN W. O'NEILL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
L.A. Deluged With Appeals of Assessments : Revenue: Applications contesting property valuations threaten to overwhelm the system. The crisis could cut into county tax income. CARLA RIVERA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
VENICE : Boy, 15, Charged With Firing on 2 Officers
Countywide : Salons to Participate in AIDS Fund-Raiser
Boy, 17, Fatally Shot While Sitting in Car
A Day of Community and Shared Pride : Library reopening: The lively crowd from all areas of Los Angeles showed that people do care about the city and its future. HUELL HOWSER, Huell Howser is a reporter/ producer whose programs appear on KCET-TV, Los Angeles.
Children Immunized After Hepatitis Outbreak at Home MARK PLATTE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Business Banners to Fly High at Shops LEN HALL
Fewer Fire Inspections Conducted in Inner City : Safety: Only 30% of buildings are checked annually in poorer areas while wealthier locations are checked 90% of the time, audit finds. ROBERT J. LOPEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TUSTIN : 2 Make Early Bid for Council Seats BERT ELJERA
NOBEL WATCH : Visible Women
Irvine : Council Candidates to Appear at Forum SHELBY GRAD
Takasugi to Hold Pancake Breakfast SCOTT HADLY
Update: The Denny Trial
2 Simi Officials Reject Design Plan for K mart : Development: The mayor says the company is having a hard time planning a 'pedestrian-oriented' shopping center near the Civic Center. JAMES MAIELLA JR., SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUENA PARK : Study to Consider Library Alternatives DEBRA CANO
Man Loses Libel Suit Against Riding Club JOHN SCHWADA
El Toro Plan Compromise Draws Critics : Base conversion: Supporters of commercial airport say pending agreement may leave north, central county communities with little power. DAN WEIKEL and SHELBY GRAD, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Water Safe Despite Algae, Experts Say REBECCA BRYANT
LOS ANGELES : Canoga Park Firm Leads in Unpaid Parking Fines
Obituaries
Jobs Nationwide Listed at Library WILLSON CUMMER
What Is Yeltsin Up To? : Aspiring autocrat? Or committed democrat?
Your Blues Ain't Quite Like Mine RON HARRIS
PORT HUENEME : Council OKs Pact for New Lab Entrance PATRICK McCARTNEY
McKeon Gives Support to Clinton Plan : Politics: The Republican congressman from Santa Clarita joins a bipartisan effort to reform government. ALAN C. MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CALABASAS : Citizen Anti-Crime Patrol Suggested KURT PITZER
Obituaries
The President Deserves Support : Somalia address offers proper balance, insight and common sense
All Signs Point to Hot Debate Over Auto Mall Message Board : Advertising: Thousand Oaks planners will consider the plan for a three-story lighted structure above the Ventura Freeway. STEPHANIE SIMON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Different Kind of Handicap
Cardinal Mahony
Guilt or Innocence
Family's Generous Gift for Arts Plaza
House Of Representatives
IRVINE : School-Safety Expert to Discuss Arms, TV JODI WILGOREN
SYLMAR : Grant to Ease Burden for Student-Mothers GEOFFREY MOHAN
THOUSAND OAKS : Girl Cut in Scuffle With 2 Other Girls SCOTT HADLY
Pushing for the Best Site for Campus
PORT HUENEME : Private Operator to Run Tennis Club PATRICK McCARTNEY
WESTSIDE : Ex-INS Agent Gets Fine in Sexual Battery Case
Chick Pushing Sanctioned Day Laborer Program JOHN SCHWADA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Colleges Will Add Classes to Increase Enrollment : Education: The Ventura County district will start a promotional campaign. Student ranks declined 12% on campuses this fall. CONSTANCE SOMMER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Zoning Change OKd for Car Dealership LEN HALL
Putting a Punishing Spotlight on Library Book Bandits Dana Parsons
NORTH HILLS : Youth Program Gets to Use Van for Year REBECCA BRYANT
Cable Firms Dupe TV Addicts
When the Enemy Is Lead Paint
Countywide : Holiday Closings
Audiotape Holds Yaroslavsky's Interest Before Verbal Debate
LOS ANGELES : Ouchi to Head Study on City Efficiency
L.A. Harbor Becomes a Teaching Resource : Education: Curriculum developed by school district and port officials focuses on social science, economics and history of the area. CAROL CHASTANG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BURBANK : Bone Marrow Match to Be Sought for Boy ED BOND
Different Report on Congressman
Buena Park : Gang Prevention Program Expanding DEBRA CANO
Judges Say 'I Won't' to Inmate Nuptials JULIO MORAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RECREATION : Competitors are driven by a need for speed in radio-control cars. MARY HELEN BERG
Rail Projects Take Twists and Turns : Commerce: Officials say the $535 million pledged for the Alameda Corridor is only 30% of what they need to link downtown L.A. with the ports. The scramble is on for the rest. GREG KRIKORIAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Acid Spill Shuts I-5, Causes Traffic Snarl ERIC YOUNG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Charity to Take Vans of Toys to Shelter KAY SAILLANT
Industrial Accident Fatal to Man, 38
Library Is Vital to Santa Paula
Community Sends a Powerful Message
VENTURA : 7-Year Trash Hauler Contract Considered PEGGY Y. LEE
The Pope, Sex and Human Nature : Morality: His encyclical omits the scientific fact that men and women are programmed to bond, not just to procreate. ANDREW GREELEY, Father Andrew Greeley is a professor of sociology at the University of Chicago. His latest novel is "Fall From Grace" (Putnam, 1993).
Children Deserve a Better Choice
PERSPECTIVE ON HEALTH CARE : Boosting Workers' Security : Those disabled or on welfare will be employable; all will be free to change jobs. PAUL STARR, Paul Starr is a professor of sociology at Princeton who has been working on the Clinton plan. His book, "The Social Transformation of American Medicine," won the 1984 Pulitzer Prize for nonfiction.
NORTH HOLLYWOOD : Cable Show Will Spotlight 'Theatre Life' JEFF SCHNAUFER
IRVINE : Union Claims UCI Harasses Its Activists BILL BILLITER
VAN NUYS : Lawyer Begins 2-Year Jail Term for Threats THOM MROZEK
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY : 44 Firms to Pay for Probe of Ground Water Pollution
Oak Park School Board OKs $4.5-Million Bond ROBIN GREENE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Oxnard to Name Assistant Manager to City's Top Post JEFF McDONALD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Hueneme Principal Terry Taylor Dies From Cancer MATTHEW MOSK, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
NEWBURY PARK : L.A. Man Given 27-Years-to-Life in Fatal Beating DWAYNE BRAY
State-of-the-Art Forecast for Oxnard : Meteorology: The National Weather Service begins operations at its new high-tech Ventura County home after move from L.A. JOANNA M. MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DANA POINT : Teacher's China Trip to Focus on Reading JODI WILGOREN
In Defense of Farm Labor Contractors
Officers Make Arrest on Way to Ceremony ED BOND
Schools Find Ways to Tie Attendance to Grades, Graduation SUSAN BYRNES, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SIMI VALLEY : Corriganville Park 2nd Entrance Studied PHIL SNEIDERMAN
Authorities Seek Help in Identifying Man Found Dead
GLENDALE : Couple Enter Pleas to Drug Sale Charges TOMMY LI
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Avid Hockey Players Roll Into Action ROBERT BARKER
Stay Alive at 55? You've Gotta Be Joking : Speed limit: No gunplay (this time), but angry glares and obscene gestures greet the lone driver obeying the law. DAVE BECKWITH, Dave Beckwith is a commuter in Irvine
Rail Projects Take Twists and Turns : Transportation: Green Line work is on a slow track, projected ridership is drastically down and costs are almost three times higher than originally anticipated. GORDON DILLOW, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Off to a Small, but Sure Start : Loan Program Helps Vietnamese Refugees Set Up Own Businesses BERT ELJERA, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Van Nuys Forum on Vouchers Attracts Few TIMOTHY WILLIAMS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jury Convicts Central Figure in 'Alliance' Fraud Scheme : Crime: An attorney who once practiced in Woodland Hills is the 13th lawyer found guilty in the insurance case. MYRON LEVIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Newport Beach : Paramedic Fees Short of Estimates BOB ELSTON
Clavey River
SIMI VALLEY : 3 Men Arraigned on Heroin Charges SCOTT HADLY
VAN NUYS : Menendez Testimony Postponed Another Day
Rash of O.C. Recall Efforts Testifies to Voters' Mood TERRY SPENCER and ANNA CEKOLA, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GARDEN GROVE : Festival to Celebrate Korean Culture ROBERT BARKER
School Board Approves AIDS Program : Curriculum: The information is aimed at Sulphur Springs elementary students. It will not take place during regular instruction. JONATHAN GAW, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Abductor Sentenced to 111 Years : Courts: Los Angeles man will be eligible for parole in 55 years. He and his brother-in-law were convicted of kidnaping two women and raping them. ANDREA FORD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
City Concert Features Helen Reddy, Don McLean : Fund-raiser: Fall Festival includes arts and crafts, entertainment on 10 stages and other activities. DOUGLAS ALGER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VAN NUYS : Smog-Test Operator to Face Arraignment THOM MROZEK
Novice Producers Seek Station Break : Television: Pair filmed a homemade pilot for a children's series. But even with a new federal mandate on children's shows, selling it is proving to be difficult. BOB POOL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ringleader Convicted of 13 Counts in Fraud Case : Crime: Former fugitive Lynn Stites faces a lengthy prison term for his role in insurance scheme. MYRON LEVIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
YORBA LINDA : Drive-Through Lane OKd for McDonald's DANIELLE A. FOUQUETTE
Caltrans Sued Over Pollution : Environment: Lawsuit charges that state has done 'virtually nothing' to keep toxic runoff out of Santa Monica Bay. MARLA CONE, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
Greater Access Through Forums
ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST : 10,000 'Pot' Plants Found in Remote Area; Man Held
Graffiti Ordinance Is Marked by a Ban on Pens, Paints : Moorpark: The City Council tentatively approves the tough law to curb vandalism. But Councilman Montgomery lashes out at the proposal. JAMES MAIELLA JR., SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LITTLE TOKYO : Businessman Arrested in Prostitution Case
WEST COVINA : Mall Opens $100-Million Wing With 40 Stores
Hawthorne Says It Has Flushed Worms From Water System : Services: City drains five reservoirs to get rid of pests that officials say posed no health risk. It asks residents to run their taps--just in case. KIM KOWSKY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Informed Opinions on Today's Topics : New Proposal Fuels Street Vendor Debate DAVID E. BRADY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Wilson Signs Truck Seat Belt Measure BRENDA DAY
Lungren Tours Battered-Women's Shelter : Abuse: At UCI, attorney general links domestic assaults to acceptance of violence in entertainment and complacency toward the dehumanization of women in music videos. LYNDA NATALI, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Medicaid Abortion Ban
Judge Blocks Creditors' Actions Against Port : Courts: A motion to throw out the agency's bankruptcy petition is denied. Ventura Group Ventures argued that the district was merely trying to avoid paying its bills. JEFF McDONALD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ENTERTAINMENT
Movie Reviews : 'Demolition Man': Another Killer Blond : Sylvester Stallone and Wesley Snipes do battle in a futuristic world that seems borrowed from previous action thrillers. KENNETH TURAN, TIMES FILM CRITIC
THEATER REVIEWS : 'Starting Here' Finally Starting Now, Variably : The 1977 Richard Maltby Jr. / David Shire revue gets its first L.A. professional productions from East West Players and West End Playhouse. DON SHIRLEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : Epic 'Gettysburg' Provides Evenhanded History Lesson PETER RAINER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
National Video Rentals : 'Loaded Weapon' Blasts Into Top 10 DENNIS HUNT
Museum to Present Play About Ethnic Relations
Television SHAUNA SNOW, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
WITH OR WITHOUT PARENTS : Gearing Up for Family Fun at TAFFY LYNNE HEFFLEY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MUSIC REVIEW : Gnawing End to St.Clair's Full Plate DANIEL CARIAGA, TIMES MUSIC WRITER
Gonzalez Will Play Stanley, Not Brando MARK CHALON SMITH
THEATER / JAN HERMAN : Downplaying Big-Shot Image : Mild Danny Aiello Bears Little Relation to Larger-Than-Life Roles JAN HERMAN
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Voulez-Vous? Maybe . . . Maybe Not MICHELLE HUNEVEN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Museum Focuses on Women's Films
MUSIC REVIEW : 'Bel Canto' Opens Bing Concert Season HERBERT GLASS
A Merry Christmas for Retailers Is Likely DENNIS HUNT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Michael to Mohammed to Moscow : Television: From the trivialities of sports to the terrors of nations' instability, it's been a week that shows the scope of the medium's universe. HOWARD ROSENBERG
Benefits of Acting Classes to Be Discussed
Pop Album Chart : Nashville, Rapper Spice Up Top 10 DENNIS HUNT
Comic Irate at CBS' Cutting His Spot on Letterman Show RICK VANDERKNYFF, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
No 'Nanny'
'Comedy Compadres' to Tape at Universal
MOVIE REVIEW : A Beautiful Trip to India--and Finding One's Roots KEVIN THOMAS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Jones': Gere Rides High as Man on a Mood Swing PETER RAINER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COMEDY REVIEW : Jake Johannsen Steers His Stories From Pit Stop to Detour GLENN DOGGRELL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Playwrights Alliance Plans Award Event
'Rudy's' Story Finally Touches Down : Movies: Based on a true story, the film is about a man who overcomes mediocre grades and underwhelming athletic prowess to become a Notre Dame football player. MONICA YANT, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Salute to Ray Brown's Extraordinary Career ZAN STEWART, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
TV REVIEW : 'Sorceress': Te Kanawa Sings, Others Dance CHRIS PASLES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Theatrical Version of 'Beast' a Treasure BARBARA SALTZMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Black' an Illuminating Documentary KEVIN THOMAS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
OPERA REVIEW : 'Marilyn' a Bombshell? Well, Not Exactly . . . : NYC Opera Celebrates Its 50th With Ezra Laderman's New Work MARTIN BERNHEIMER, TIMES MUSIC CRITIC
Wherever Blues Man Goes, He's Chicago-Bound : Rock: Jimmy Rogers carries on the Muddy Waters sound. He's at the Heritage Brewing Co. BUDDY SEIGAL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Movie Reviews : Robert Altman Finds His Way to Carverville : 'Short Cuts' daringly expands Raymond Carver's blue-collar world while remaining true to the spirit that animated it. KENNETH TURAN, TIMES FILM CRITIC
'Streetcar' Makes Another Stop : Theater: Director hopes the timely production at Cal State Fullerton will put the screen version in perspective. MARK CHALON SMITH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
An Intriguing Look at 'Tony Joe White' ROBERT HILBURN, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
THEATER REVIEW : Strong Singing, Dancing Power 'Bessie's Blues' NANCY CHURNIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Bitter Women' at Cast: Guilt-Free Voyeurism RICHARD STAYTON, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUSINESS
Protesters in L.A. Allege Union Election Fraud : Labor: Thirty members of laborers Local 652 in Santa Ana contend that business manager intimidated voters and failed to send out enough ballots. National officials discount the charges. MICHAEL FLAGG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
State Drops Off Top 10 List : Economy: Job losses and population growth knock California to No. 11 in the rankings based on per capita income. PATRICK LEE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Times Economic Index : The Gloom Lingers
Video Facts
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Printronix Reports 3-Cents-a-Share Profit
Technology From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Jobless Claims Drop; Loans Up Sharply : Statistics: Second-straight drop in the figure is further sign of a strengthening economy. Inventories climb 1.1%. From Times Wire Services
Tourism Chris Woodyard / Times Staff Writer
Lawrence Livermore Lab Will Advise California Factories : Research: Small and medium-size businesses will benefit from new pact. The goal is peacetime use of defense know-how. MARTHA GROVES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Stocks Ease, Rates Steady as Wall Street Nervously Awaits September Jobless Report : Market Overview From Times Staff and Wire Reports
The Economy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Tourism Chris Woodyard / Times Staff Writer
Retail Gains Spark Hope for the Holidays : Sales: Nationwide figures were up 5% in September, but California remains weak. Cooler weather boosted buying. GEORGE WHITE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
McDonnell Outlook Brightens : Aerospace: The company's aggressive cost cutting has helped bring a rebound this year. Profit is up and debt is falling. JAMES F. PELTZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
American Cuts Fares to Europe by 20%; Other Carriers Follow Suit From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Tourism Chris Woodyard / Times Staff Writer
Stacking Up Sales
The Economy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Rockwell Worker Shuffle Aims to Save $100 Million DEAN TAKAHASHI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Airlines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Value Line Plans to Expand Into Mutual Fund Evaluations TOM PETRUNO
Space Station Reductions to End 4,000 Jobs : Aerospace: The program cuts will hit hard in Southern California. McDonnell Douglas says it will lay off 1,000 workers. ROBERT W. STEWART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Airlines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
TOURISM : Six Flags Joins Knott's in Goblin Up Market for Halloween Business Chris Woodyard / Times Staff Writer
Program Offers Employers Job Skills Training for Workers
TCI Will Be Reunited With Liberty Media : Television: Merger would join two of the most powerful cable companies in the nation. They were split two years ago. JOHN LIPPMAN and KATHRYN HARRIS, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Music Industry Eyes on George Michael Suit : Courts: The pop star is challenging Sony on the fairness of long-term contracts. Some say the outcome could change the future of the recording business. JEFF KAYE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Plaza Home Mortgage Names Senior V.P.
FTC Investigates Possible Price Fixing of New CDs : Consumers: Six record companies, asked to submit two years' worth of documents, say they have done nothing wrong. CHUCK PHILIPS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Malone Courting Allies in Cable Wars ALAN CITRON and JOHN LIPPMAN
Broker Who Led Ouster Effort at ICN Quits Post : Resignation: Rafi Khan did not give reasons for his abrupt departure as a director of RKS Group of Beverly Hills. JAMES M. GOMEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CalFed to Post Loss After $300-Million Loan Sale CHRIS KRAUL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bluebonnet Buys RNG Mortgage to Expand in the West
Company Town Annex From Times Staff and Wire Reports
12 Indicted in Sting on Insurance Fraud THOMAS S. MULLIGAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rockwell Plans Job Relocations to O.C. to Save It $100 Million : Consolidation: 1,300 employees will be shifted from El Segundo division to underused Seal Beach headquarters. DEAN TAKAHASHI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Paying the Most to Buy on Time : Rent-to-Own Stores' Deals Not Covered by Credit Laws SCOTT SANDELL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Retailers Work Marketing Magic on 'Aladdin' Tape DENISE GELLENE
Embattled Karcher Hailed : He Promises at Rally to Keep Fighting to Retake Carl's Jr. Reins CHRIS WOODYARD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Placentia Firm Gets $58 Million in Insurer Suit : Court: Judge says Farmers Insurance Group acted in bad faith against the surgical equipment manufacturer. JAMES M. GOMEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
United Artists Names Jeff Kleeman as Production VP
2 Who Were Wrongfully Fired Awarded $653,000 : Court: Newport Beach security firm claimed they were terminated for stealing trade secrets, but judge says it was to avoid paying them. MARK I. PINSKY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bad Times Are Good for Company Credit Ratings : Finance: Low interest rates resulting from the sluggish economy are helping many corporations improve their balance sheets. From Reuters
Primedex Appoints Two New Top Executives to Run Health Firm STUART SILVERSTEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Irvine Laser Catheter Firm Will Merge With Colorado Counterpart JAMES S. GRANELLI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Airlines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Arco Will Sell Marketing Unit to Brazilian Oil Firm JONATHAN WEBER
Bank Tells Karcher to Repay Loan or Face Sale of Stock : Debt: The Carl's Jr. founder pledged almost a million shares, 10% of his stake, to secure a $4.8-million loan. JAMES S. GRANELLI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Airlines' New Attractions Range From Vice to Virtue From Associated Press
FINANCIAL MARKETS : All Markets on Hold in Anticipation of Latest Jobless Report; Dow Off 15.36 Points : Market Overview From Times Staff and Wire Reports
U.S. Pressures Mexico on Sugar, Citrus Under NAFTA From Bloomberg Business News
Airlines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
SPORTS
Trying to Survive in a Woman's World : Martial arts: Naginata, an ancient form of individual warfare, is practiced primarily by women. But a Harbor College man is making strides in the sport. IRENE GARCIA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Gibson Stands Tall as Trojan Survivor : College football: Senior center continues to provide steady play despite injuries to several of his teammates on the offensive line. EARL GUSTKEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THOROUGHBRED RACING : Missing Jockey Hansen's Rides Have Belonged on the Wild Side BILL CHRISTINE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
No Easy Answers to These Beefs BARBIE LUDOVISE
The Colleges STEVE HARVEY
Norrie Has Found His Niche : Radio: The former quarterback, who led UCLA to the 1986 Rose Bowl, has settled in as color commentator of KMPC broadcasts of Bruin football games. GARY KLEIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BASEBALL / ROSS NEWHAN : BASEBALL PLAYOFFS : McGriff Factor an Obvious One ROSS NEWHAN
Lakers Saying Aloha to the Past : Pro basketball: Youth movement is evident as training camp opens in Hawaii without Scott and Green--but with Rambis. SCOTT HOWARD-COOPER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Hicks Makes Most of His Time Off JIM HODGES
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : AMERICAN LEAGUE PLAYOFFS : White Sox Trying to Settle in Toronto BOB NIGHTENGALE
BASEBALL PLAYOFFS : Desperate White Sox to See What Bo Knows : American League: He will be designated hitter tonight, but team wasn't happy about his comments after Game 2. BOB NIGHTENGALE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL PLAYOFFS : Braves Grab Homer-Field Advantage : National League: McGriff sparks 14-3 victory with upper-deck blast in first inning. Atlanta evens series. MARYANN HUDSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PACIFIC 10 FOOTBALL / DAN HAFNER : Huskies Can Still Have Impact DAN HAFNER
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : NATIONAL LEAGUE PLAYOFFS : For Batiste, Both Memories Still Linger ROSS NEWHAN
GARDEN GROVE LEAGUE : Kennedy Scores Early, Stops Los Amigos MARTIN HENDERSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DePippo, Cook Combine to Help Pacifica Roll Past Bolsa Grande SCOTT JONES
Architect Agrees to Fix Titan Track : Athletics: Cal State Fullerton officials also say they will pay to correct drainage problems on baseball and softball fields. SCOTT MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NHL ROUNDUP : Hull Suffers Injured Spleen in Blues' Win From Associated Press
Pearsall Leaves Another Opponent Feeling Sick CHRIS FOSTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
With Bench, There Was a Catch : Memorabilia: Former Cincinnati catcher and Home Shopping Network charged with duping consumers. From Associated Press
Magnolia Tops Cypress, Ends Winless Streak MIKE WOJCIECHOWSKI, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
World Cup Sets Up Lottery for Tickets to Choice Games From Associated Press
Loud, Proud but Hard to Find in a Crowd : Antelope Valley's Lewis Makes Short Work of High-Profile Teams STEVE ELLING, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Giants' Hampton Has Knee Surgery Associated Press
CS Northridge Still Searching for an Answer : College football: Administrators and Athletes Congress meet in wake of boycott to discuss aid and to determine if a training table is a viable solution. MIKE HISERMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPORTSCOPE : Two WCC Road Matches Await No. 23 Loyola
Baseball / Daily Report : National League Playoffs MARYANN HUDSON
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP : No. 1 Harvard-Westlake Claws Back in Volleyball Behind Powers, Selby
HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK : Hansen Burns Oil as Coaches Remain Cool
Unbelievable News? Not From This Source LARRY STEWART
Savvy Saugus Silences Burroughs Brigade : High school volleyball: Centurions tune out boisterous Indian fans, win match in four games. KENNEDY COSGROVE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Magic Signs Hardaway for $65 Million-Plus : Pro basketball: The deal is the second-richest in pro team sports. From Associated Press
PREP ROUNDUP : Nelson Sets Course Record, Helps Canyon Win
Agassi Gets First-Round Davis Cup Penalty From Staff and Wire Reports
COMMUNITY COLLEGES / MITCH POLIN : Harbor Considered Dropping Football MITCH POLIN
Ducks Break the Ice in Their Own Margaritaville MIKE PENNER
Family Affair : In His Debut Tonight as an NHL Coach, Ducks' Ron Wilson Will Face Red Wings, Who Once Employed His Father and Uncle ROBYN NORWOOD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJOR LEAGUES : Galarraga OK After Knee Operation Associated Press
He Has the Time, He Has the Money, so Why Not Golf? MAL FLORENCE
Nebraska's Osborne Wins 200th Associated Press
Agoura Gets Ready for the Main Event : High school cross-country: Charger boys defeat Camarillo and Westlake in preparation for next week's showdown against top-ranked Thousand Oaks. JOHN ORTEGA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wilkins Makes Dash for Daylight : Death of Father Prompts Transfer to Moorpark from Littlerock DANA HADDAD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Welch Leaves Options Open, Denies He Won't File Charges DANA HADDAD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Nick Bell Making Little Progress STEVE SPRINGER
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NATION : Penn State's Sacca Calls It Quits Associated Press
Gagliano Signs With the Falcons as Insurance at Quarterback Spot
Serra Fires Football Coach : Preps: Complaints by parents lead to dismissal of Kevin Crawley, who was in his second season. Charles Nash takes over on an interim basis. ROB FERNAS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Orange Rallies to Overcome Anaheim : Preps: Lauridsen's interception seals 28-21 victory. Five turnovers help Panthers win. MICHAEL ITAGAKI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOTOR RACING / SHAV GLICK : Ricky Graham Not Washed Up on Dirt Tracks SHAV GLICK
Meiss Angry Despite Foothill Victory Over Fullerton FORREST LEE
Klaasen Commits to Prepare for Big-Time : Preps: San Clemente linebacker doing everything in his power to earn a Division I scholarship. KIM Q. BERKSHIRE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bozman Gains 139 Yards, Los Alamitos Romps GABE LACQUES
Valencia's Big-Play Defense Stifles La Mirada TOM BIRSCHBACH
County Players Reach Hardcourt Semifinals
KMPC Shakes Up Lineup, Adds Tuna to Morning Show LARRY STEWART
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Roster Exemption OK for Henley MIKE REILLEY
Tailback Graham Quits Before Mater Dei Wins DAN ARRITT, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Price Is Right for Duke : Basketball: Serra High guard, who was contacted by more than 250 colleges, is expected to sign national letter in November. ROB FERNAS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kelly, Defense Loom Large in Sonora's Victory RUSS BANKS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : USC : Injured Ford May Redshirt EARL GUSTKEY
SEA VIEW LEAGUE FOOTBALL : Woodbridge Finds a Way to Beat Saddleback ADAM RANK, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Salsa Coach Resigns Under Pressure : Soccer: Rildo Menezes, who replaced his star player in title game and was criticized by the team owner, quits before he could be fired. MIKE DiGIOVANNA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dehere Signs in Time for Camp : Clippers: Rookie gets five-year deal. Weiss has set lineup, but depth could be a problem. CHRIS BAKER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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