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What happened on October 20, 1993
ENTERTAINMENT
POP MUSIC REVIEW : When State Fair Is Nirvana : The alternative rock band plays in a different arena as it kicks off its first U.S. tour in two years. The spectacular 95-minute affair in Phoenix showcases material from the new 'In Utero' album. By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
POP/ROCK Hall of Fame Inductees: The late John Lennon... By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Jamiroquai Revives Funk By Steve Hochman
MUSIC REVIEW : Mogilevsky: Skill and Talent By Daniel Cariaga, TIMES MUSIC WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Claude' Examines the Dark Side of Love By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TV REVIEW : 'Baton' Showcases 2 Conductors By Herbert Glass
TV Ratings : ABC's 'Pretty Woman' Captures the Week By Lee Margulies
O.C. THEATER REVIEW : A Fine Ol' 'Fella' to Get to Know By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEW : 'Crucible' Verdict: Stunning as Ever : Fullerton College presents a powerful production of Arthur Miller's parable, written in the midst of the McCarthy era. By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Looks and Sounds of Old Russia : Music and dance: Lively performances of the Tziganka ensemble feature soulful Gypsy songs and traditional instruments. By Benjamin Epstein, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Billy Ray Who? Here's Real Deal : John Michael Montgomery, country's 'rookie of the year,' shows major-league potential at the Crazy Horse. By Richard Cromelin, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MUSIC / CHRIS PASLES : Boys From Moscow, With Song By Chris Pasles
MTV Was, Like, Totally Right to Relocate Show : The reality is that many children watch TV unsupervised, and programmers must address that reality. By Howard Rosenberg
Hot 'n' Bothered Over Summer : Movie Studios Are Already Sweating Over '94 Season's Release Schedule By David J. Fox, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hamptons Film Festival Aims to Be a Serious Player By Karin Lipson, NEWSDAY
NEWS
'Beavis' Move Not Enough, Its Critics Say : Television: Some say that MTV made the decision based on fear of legal liability. MTV officials deny that allegation and also the suggestion that it was influenced by Senate hearings scheduled today on TV violence. By Jane Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Needle Exchange Bill
Musical Literacy
Banking Bill for the Poor
Court Deliberations
Remarks by Compton Mayor
Complaint
Prop. 168 on Housing
Child Welfare Issues
Kasparov Keeps Chess Crown With a Draw \o7 From Reuters\f7
Guard, Escapee Caught Smoking Pot in Woods \o7 Associated Press\f7
Decision on Rostenkowski Put on Hold \o7 From Associated Press\f7
NO GAP HERE: Folks at the Ronald Reagan Presidential... By Jerry Hicks and Mark I. Pinsky and Rick Vanderknyff
LANGUAGE CLASS: As immigration grows, so does the number... By T.W. Mcgarry
WEATHER WATCHER: The first storm of the season hit last... By Gary Gorman
Doctors Don't Expect Youth to Survive By Leslie Berkman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Charges Are Reduced in Stabbing of O.C. Teen : Crime: Two men now face lesser felony assault counts in spearing of youth. Investigators see no gang, racial motives. By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : Probing the Dark Side of the Mind : Psychiatrist Park Dietz helps catch and convict criminals by unraveling twists of human behavior. Stalkers and serial killers are among his specialties. By Nancy Wride, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Orders Rangers Home From Somalia By Art Pine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Denny Juror Fears for Safety, Judge Is Told By Edward J. Boyer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Congress Stalls Riordan's Plan for LAX Funds By James Rainey and James Bornemeier, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Disney to Cut Film's Scene Tied to Fatality By David J. Fox, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Faal Emerging From Denny Case as Rising Legal Star By David Ferrell and John L. Mitchell, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Senate Rejects GOP Bill to Limit U.S. Peace Missions : Military: Amendment would have barred placing GIs under foreign commanders. Dole will seek Haiti curbs. By Michael Ross, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Skinhead Leader Pleads Guilty to Violence, Plot By Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
House Calls Halt to Super Collider : Science: Vote apparently sounds the death knell for atom-smasher being built in Texas. Despite the backing of Clinton and Senate, project is seen as a budget buster. By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Losing a Job: From Great Depression to Reinvention : Employment: Pink slips once meant blue days. But now the jolt is often used as a catalyst to positive change. By John Balzar, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Money a Potent Factor in Thomas Custody Case By Leslie Berger, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Couple Whose Pet Rat Killed Son Had Taken Drugs, Detective Says By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Birdies Unwelcome at Golf Course : Environment: City brings out the shotguns in annual effort to eradicate troublesome coots at River Ridge links in Oxnard. By J.E. Mitchell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Unwed Father May Halt Custody Bid Over Concern for Son By Tony Perry, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Attorneys, Insurance Interests Renew War : Politics: A shaky five-year alliance ends with a proposed 1994 ballot initiative to limit the amount lawyers can charge in personal injury cases. By Carl Ingram, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cal/OSHA to Add Inspectors in Southland : Labor: The move comes after reports highlighted the high injury toll among Latino workers. A state Senate panel begins hearings on the problem. By David Freed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Nation IN BRIEF : NEW JERSEY : Florio's Lead Slips but He's Still Ahead From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : Policy Reprieve Seen for Military Gay Ban From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : KENTUCKY : Ft. Knox Gunman Is in Perilous Condition From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Benazir Bhutto Gets Second Chance to Lead Pakistan : Asia: She reclaims prime minister's post after defeating opponent in National Assembly vote. \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Nation IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : D'Amato Rules Out Run for Governor From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : GOP Leaders Call for Brown Inquiry From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : TEXAS : School to Review Cheerleader Policy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Clinton Unveils First Phase of Fast Action Global Warming Plan : The 44-point voluntary proposal aims at cutting the release of carbon-related gases 109 million tons annually by the year 2000. By Melissa Healy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Israel Frees Its Longest-Held Palestinian : Mideast: Prisoner had served 23 years. The move could be the first step in release for thousands as part of accord. By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Director Fellini in Coma; Prognosis Grim \o7 Associated Press\f7
Rights Group Condemns Political Killings by Governments : Report: Amnesty International says the number of countries where such deaths occur has increased worldwide. By Robin Wright, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Haiti Embargo in Full Force; Ship Is Stopped : Caribbean: Reaction in the capital is minimal. However, if the sanctions drag on, the situation could worsen drastically. By Kenneth Freed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bosnia Muslims and Croats Exchange Prisoners \o7 From Reuters\f7
In Mogadishu, Bandits Are Again Stealing Away Hope : Africa: U.N. employee says thievery is built into Somali culture. He calls it the ultimate obstacle to restoring the nation. By Mark Fineman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Navy Will Try to Collect $100,000 in Overbillings by Civilians \o7 From a Times Staff Writer\f7
Attorneys Will Argue That Law Was Misapplied By Leslie Berger
Five Laborers Paid in Exploitation Case By Julie Fields, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Proteins Controlling Fatty Food Appetite Found \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Low-Cost Alternative to RU-486 Abortion Pill Being Studied \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Man Arrested for Hoax in Kidnaping Case \o7 From Associated Press\f7
2 Charged in Spearing of San Clemente Teen-Ager \o7 From a Times Staff Writer\f7
A Look at Anti-Voucher Ads
Yeltsin Opens Up Race for Parliament : Russia: The main Communist, nationalist parties may take part, but not six organizations that 'provoked' rebellion. By Richard Boudreaux, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Russia Readies 2nd 'Burial' of Nuclear Waste in Sea of Japan \o7 From Reuters\f7
Detroit Mayor Contest Takes on Racially Charged Edge : Politics: Both candidates are black. But Sharon McPhail questions Dennis Archer's ties to white suburban interests. He attacks her integrity. By Donald W. Nauss, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Astronauts Check Body Changes During Tests on Weightlessness \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Survey of Top Students Reveals Sex Assaults, Suicide Attempts By Elizabeth Shogren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
House Vote Against Shuttle Engine Plan May Kill Project \o7 Associated Press\f7
Ex-Handyman Gives Up $50,000 Share of Estate \o7 Associated Press\f7
War on Drugs Shifting Its Focus to Hard-Core Addicts By Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Plan Seeks End to Pretax Health Savings : Insurance: White House fears deductions encourage medical spending. Many use them to pay doctor bills. By James Risen and Karen Tumulty, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Clinton Says GOP May Scuttle NAFTA : Trade: Republicans are rebelling at prospect of raising taxes on travelers, cargo shipments. Levies are seen as needed to meet costs of accord. By James Gerstenzang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pennsylvania Gov. Casey Ends Stay in Hospital \o7 Reuters\f7
Frustrated Bank Customer Lets His Computer Make Complaint \o7 Associated Press\f7
A War of Attrition Against Abortion By Robin Abcarian
BOOK REVIEW : An Intimate and Powerful Look at German Life Under the Nazis : FRAUEN: German Women Recall the Third Reich; \o7 by Alison Owings\f7 ; Rutgers University Press;$24.95, 550 pages By Jonathan Kirsch, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Super Gear By Betty Goodwin
Family : Be Firm but Fair With Teen-agers THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
A Small Room Crowded With Big Dreams : Like Missionaries These Teen-agers and Twentysomethings Have Organized to Spread a Message of Self-Worth: 'I Feel Good. I Am Good.' By Emily Adams, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Rallying Cry for Adoptive Parents' Rights : Families: A grass-roots committee wants to reform adoption laws to avoid another Baby Jessica dispute. But some say birth parents could lose out. By Lynn Smith, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Adoption Act: Uniformity By Lynn Smith
Totally Amped : The sound of rock is kept by Brent Magnano, owner of a guitar shop in Huntington Beach. His collection of vintage Marshall gear may be the world's largest. By Jim Washburn, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Be Firm but Fair With Teen-Agers By The Associated Press
O.C. Opera-Lovers to Get Royal Treatment in Monaco By Ann Conway
Driving Ambitions : Sunny Hills Orthopedic Services' 'First Swing' Clinic and Tournament Begin Friday By Mark Chalon Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUSINESS
Former Fed Official Corrigan to Join Goldman, Sachs & Co. From Associated Press
Cut in Cigarette Prices Hurts Philip Morris' Profit : Consumer products: Gains in food, beer and international tobacco sales partly offset drop in revenues from U.S. tobacco sales. From Associated Press
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Small Stocks Lead Decline; Dow Loses 6.99 From Times Staff and Wire Reports
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Small Firms Lead Decline; Dow Loses 6.99 From Times Staff and Wire Reports
EXCUTIVE TRAVEL : After a Decade of Frequent-Stay Plans, Hotels Have Big Bills, Very Little Loyalty : Accommodations: 'Double-dipping' for airline and room credits has nearly disappeared. By Joe Brancatelli
EXCUTIVE TRAVEL : Business Travel Notes By Joe Brancatelli
International Business : BRIEFING BOOK : Mexico Ending Farm Subsidies in Bid to Comply With NAFTA By Donald Woutat
Real Estate Compiled by Debora Vrana Times correspondent
Going Its Own Way : Pacific Telesis Stays on Sidelines as Merger Fever Rages By Carla Lazzareschi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Utilities Cite Gains by Minorities, Women in Contracts, Hiring : Affirmative Action: However, the state PUC is criticized for failing to take more aggressive role in overseeing the effort. By Michael Parrish, TIMES STAFF WRITER
State Unlikely to See Rebound Until Late 1994 : Economy: First Interstate's gloomy report predicts Los Angeles County won't begin an upturn until the first half of 1995. By Patrick Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Traditional Economics Fails to Explain Why Democracies Prosper By James Flanigan
Wall Street Goes Gaga Over Iwerks Offering : Entertainment: Stock price soars 86% as investors scramble to buy up shares in the movie theater technology firm. By Amy Harmon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Technology From Times Staff and Wire Reports
New Apartments Boost Housing Starts From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Many Banks, Thrifts Report Profit Increase : Finance: The industry has generally benefited from falling interest rates, which boosted income as deposit costs fell. From Staff and Wire Reports
Three Big Drug Makers Announce Cost-Cutting Programs From Reuters
Salomon Bros. Agrees to Pay Ahmanson $30 Million to Settle Suit By Scot J. Paltrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Health Care From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Health Care From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Investors in Small Stocks Get a Jump on 'January Effect' By Tom Petruno
Airlines' On-Time Performance
International Business From Times Staff and Wire Reports
International Business From Times Staff and Wire Reports
International Business From Times Staff and Wire Reports
O.C. Hospital Leads Industry's Turn to 'Clinical Pathways' : Health: Saddleback Memorial's use of detailed plans for patients' recovery is helping change standards for medical care. By James M. Gomez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Karcher's Bid to Raise Cash Is Back on Track : Finance: Fast-food chain founder wants to sell three of five restaurants he owns. By Greg Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Health Care From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Anaheim Stitches Up Zipper Firm Deal : Jobs: YKK Inc. is the largest in its industry. It will build a new plant in a redevelopment area and add 115 employees. By Debora Vrana, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
REAL ESTATE : 12-Story East Tower in Irvine Finds No Takers at Foreclosure Auction Compiled by Debora Vrana Times correspondent
Real Estate Compiled by Debora Vrana Times correspondent
Real Estate Compiled by Debora Vrana Times correspondent
Judge Clears Obstacle From Khan's Bid to Control ICN : Corporations: Investor is found to have disclosed enough for stockholders to decide whether to support him or chairman Panic. By James S. Granelli, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Orders Showdown on HIV Home-Test Kit : Health: State must OK sales or explain why Costa Mesa firm has been waiting 2 years for license. By James M. Gomez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Abbey Subsidiary Buys Respiratory Therapy Company
Armor All Polishes 2nd-Quarter Profits
Triconex Corp.: The Irvine industrial safety and control...
Wonderware Corp.: The Irvine software company reported a...
Diceon Electronics Inc.: The Irvine manufacturer of...
Cytocare Inc.: The Irvine medical products company posted...
Birtcher Medical Systems Inc.: The Irvine surgical...
Global Markets and Economic Update
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
TORRANCE : Ex-Bank President Gets 41 Months in Investment Scam
Police Panel to Re-Examine Wider Use of Pepper Spray : LAPD: Action is prompted by word that U.S. officials are investigating possible dangers. L.A. commission last month gave officers greater latitude in use of the gas. By Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Fair Chance for the Women in Blue
Too Important to Politick With : OK, it's stuffy--but the Fed provides needed, independent guidance
A Jury Doing the Best It Can Is the Best We Have : Third major trial in two years winds down to an uneasy conclusion
Commentary : Perspectives On The Denny Verdicts : Facts, Lies and Videotape : What the camera sees isn't true to life, can't 'tell' us what happened; why are we so quick to trust it in the pursuit of justice? By Brian Stonehill, \o7 Brian Stonehill, who directs the media studies program at Pomona College, is completing "What to Watch For: A Handbook of Visual Literacy." \f7
Voucher Opponents Miss the Point : Decrying as elitist parents' desire for quality and safety in education does little to advance the public-school cause. By Adela De La Torre, \o7 Adela de la Torre is an economist at Cal State Long Beach. \f7
Bugs removal: As most crime fans know, a cost overrun on... By Steve Harvey
Obituaries
Commentary : Perspectives On The Denny Verdicts : The Jury Chose Peace Over Justice : The Denny and King beatings weren't equal. And others besides blacks have felt injustice. Only they didn't riot. By Dennis Prager, \o7 Dennis Prager is a KABC radio commentator and talk-show host and writes Ultimate Issues, a quarterly journal on morality. and \f7
Suspect Admits Firing Gun in Beach Melee : Crime: Alejandro Garcia, 19, says he feared Santa Paula gang members were going to kill him. Three other defendants in the shootout are now free. By Dwayne Bray, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fair Board Votes to Make Betting Halls Smoke-Free : Tobacco: Officials say they were forced to follow the state directive. Up to 80% of the regular Watch and Wager gamblers are smokers. By Peggy Y. Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Activists Protest Shooting of Coots : Oxnard: City officials fire blanks and live ammunition at the migratory birds, which descend on the River Ridge Golf Course every year, making parts of it unplayable. By J.E. Mitchell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
EPA Pitches Federal Aid to Clean County's Air : Environment: Two Ventura gatherings hear why the government says it must impose a plan to speed efforts to meet federal health standards. By Joanna M. Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
10% Pay Raises Approved for 4 Court Officials : Jobs: County supervisors are told the increase will be offset by eliminating four clerical positions. A union leader calls the decision 'greedy.' By Kay Saillant, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Boats Under 37 Feet Exempted From Fee By Patrick Mccartney
OJAI : Parents Complain About Textbook By Jeff Mcdonald
County Staff Pumps Up Pep for United Way By Sara Catania
MALIBU : Scott Lawsuit Again Dismissed By Mack Reed
Library Book Lists Available 24 Hours By Brenda Day
Lung Assn. to Honor Supervisor Lacey By Kay Saillant
JORDAN RANCH : Artists Invited to Paint New Parkland By Stephanie Simon
WESTLAKE : Father Sentenced in Child Abuse By Dwayne Bray
CONEJO VALLEY : Home Sales Up 32% Over September, '92 By Constance Sommer
THOUSAND OAKS : Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Robbery By Patrick Mccartney
THOUSAND OAKS : Lawsuit Over Sex Ed Pamphlet Dismissed By Brenda Day
MOORPARK : City to Consider Shopping Cart Law By James Maiella Jr.
Obituaries
College Still Lacks Student Leader : Oxnard: Friction has arisen between the council and the school's administration over the impeachment of one elected president. By Constance Sommer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County OKs Thousand Oaks Health-Care Clinic for Needy : Supervisors: The facility is expected to open by February, offering outpatient services to the uninsured and those on Medi-Cal. By Sara Catania, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Cuts Cost of Getting Ahmanson Records
Man Arrested on Credit Card Charges
Warm American Welcome for Visiting Russia Educator : Thousand Oaks: Maya B. Pildes, principal of the year in her homeland, tours two schools in the Conejo Valley Unified School District. By Brenda Day, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
City Shuts Apartments, Assails Inaction : Housing: In issuing evictions, officials criticize U.S. agency that holds mortgage on dilapidated apartments. But government replies that it is not responsible for the upkeep. By John Hurst, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Venice Canals Reopen to a Stream of Support : Redevelopment: It has been far from smooth sailing for the $6-million project. But all the ill feelings seem to have been forgotten now that the waterways are rebuilt. By Ken Ellingwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
3 Men Held in 'Follow-Home' Robberies : Crime: Police say wealthy, elderly couples were the primary targets. One suspect is still being sought in the string of at least 120 holdups. By Mathis Chazanov, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Abuse 'Rewired' Menendez's Brain, Expert Testifies : Courts: Accused killer acted as if he were on autopilot on the night he and his older brother killed their parents, a professor for the defense says. By Alan Abrahamson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Tasks Facing Outsider Reed as New County CAO By Bill Boyarsky
LOS ANGELES : Police Panel to Re-Examine Wider Use of Pepper Spray
LOS ANGELES : $2.4 Million Awarded in Suit Against Antonovich
LOS ANGELES : Study Finds Higher Crime Rates in Housing Projects
The Great White Shark: Threatened Species?
Rights Group Asks Review of Brotman Medical Center : Hospital: Group seeks accreditation study after settlement of lawsuit charging that facility allowed white physicians to harm the practice of an African-American cardiologist. By Andrea Ford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Describes Killing of Councilwoman's Husband : Courts: Key witness in Lynwood case later concedes that he did not actually see the shooting or the victim's body. By Tina Griego, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mayor Names Deputy for Communications : Government: City Hall veteran Robin M. Kramer is expected to help sharpen Riordan's message. By James Rainey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Crowning Achievement : Erica Beth Brynes Beat Out 600 Others on Way to Becoming Rose Parade Queen By Edmund Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : Breakthrough on El Toro
100 Mourn Woman Slain in Drive-By : Violence: Olivia Divers lived in an alley and was shot on the streets. A diverse group rails against living in a war zone. By Timothy Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lawsuit Seeks to Oust Sikh Group That Seized N. Hollywood Temple By Julie Tamaki, TIMES STAFF WRITER
3 Arrested in Follow-Home Robberies of Elderly People : Crime: Suspects are captured after officers witness an assault. They are accused of at least 120 attacks in the Valley and elsewhere. By Mathis Chazanov, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RESEDA : Officer's Hope for Area Youth Springs Eternal By Rebecca Bryant
The Fight Against Crime: Notes From The Front : Keeping Hope Alive for Long Distance Justice By David Colker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BURBANK : Domestic Violence Conference Planned By Ed Bond
RESEDA : Lungren Conducts Forum on Violence By Susan Byrnes
WOODLAND HILLS : District Breakup Issue Pressed by Roberti By Kurt Pitzer
WOODLAND HILLS : Foes of Dirt Transfer File Suit to Stop It By Kurt Pitzer
GLENDALE : Charge Filed Over Racial Messages By Tommy Li
NORTH HILLS : VA Honors Gold Medal Winners in Wheelchairs By Matthew Heller
VAN NUYS : Rain Forest Group Pickets Auto Dealer By Jeff Schnaufer
Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Robbery By Patrick Mccartney
SHERMAN OAKS : Coffeehouse Targeted by Phone Campaign By Scott Glover
SUNLAND : Panelists Clash Over 2 Education Measures By Ed Bond
SHERMAN OAKS : D.A. to Address Crime Conference By Scott Glover
$2.4 Million Damages Awarded : Litigation: County is excluded from paying that amount after agreeing to cover other penalties assessed against Supervisor Mike Antonovich. By Tracey Kaplan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Group Calls for Tighter Security at Stores : Crime: A vigil is held a year after the death of a Palmdale man killed during a supermarket holdup. Two suspects are still sought. By Jeff Schnaufer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Man Found Guilty of Robbery Spree, Rape : Crime: Robert (Snake) Smith faces five life prison terms after jury convicts him of kidnapings and assaulting a police officer's 15-year-old daughter. By Thom Mrozek, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Rising Voices : Languages of the Valley (Valle, Das Tal, Vallee)
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Embattled VFW Buys New Meeting Place By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Ex-Workers Sought for Reimbursements By Phil Sneiderman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Increase in Tagger Activity Linked to Start of School Year By Geoff Boucher, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Verdicts Are In but Has Justice Really Been Done? By Dana Parsons
Cal/OSHA to Add Factory Inspectors : Labor: Increase is response to reports of high injury toll among Latinos. County will get a share of 38 more officials. By David Freed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Parents to Be Tried in Death of Rat-Bitten Baby : Courts: Blood samples taken from the couple after a starving pet rodent killed their son showed moderate traces of drugs. But their attorney says they're being treated unfairly because they are homeless. By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Tower Gets Lot of Static : Microwave Transmitter at Elementary School Too Risky, Say Parents By Jennifer Brundin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWPORT BEACH : Intruder Hits Two Homes in Back Bay By Mark I. Pinsky
Countywide : Dialing Up Face-to-Face Phone Call By Zan Dubin
Countywide : Talks to Continue on County Film Panel By Eric Young
Countywide : School Fund Set Up for Latino Students By Jon Nalick
Countywide : Freeway Connector Ramp Reopens Today By Jeffrey A. Perlman
NEWPORT BEACH : Battle Over Ballot Measure A Heats Up By Bob Elston
IRVINE : Asian Cultures to Be Blended at Festival By Shelby Grad
TUSTIN : Hewes Middle School Wins Blue Ribbon By Bert Eljera
ALISO VIEJO : New School OKd Despite Base Protest By Kevin Johnson
LOS ALAMITOS : Parents Ask Trustees to Reduce Class Size By Bert Eljera
FULLERTON : Instructor Launches Innovative Teaching By Willson Cummer
MISSION VIEJO : City Seeks Control of Basic Cable Rates By Frank Messina
FULLERTON : Math Night Adds Up for Parents, Children By Willson Cummer
Seal Beach : Panel to Consider Plant Reopening By Shelby Grad
TRABUCO CANYON : Residents, Developer Reach Compromise By Kevin Johnson
Stanton to Auction Surplus Office Equipment Saturday By Willson Cummer
Police, D.A. Investigate Animal Hospital : Veterinary medicine: Complaints allege that the Costa Mesa shelter performed unnecessary surgeries. By Lynda Natali, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
El Toro Seen as a Center for the County : Marine base: Planners sketch ideas that would turn the air station into the focal point that O.C. lacks. They also expressed doubts about recent accord on the base. By Richard Core, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LOCAL ELECTIONS Orange : School District Races Target Tarnished Image : Squabbling on Orange Unified board overshadows class size, budget and other issues as 11 candidates vie for 4 seats. By Martin Miller, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Garden Grove School Supt. to Retire
San Juan Capistrano Gets Police Chief : Law enforcement: O.C. Sheriff's Lt. Paul Sullivan is named chief of police services for the city. By Anna Cekola, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Cypress Seeks Applicants for Appeals Board By Mimi Ko, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
Yake Gives Ducks One for the Road : Hockey: Right wing gets first NHL hat trick in 4-2 victory over Rangers, their first game away from Anaheim. By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hrudey Makes 50 Saves, but Kings Only Tie Panthers By Lisa Dillman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ducks Win First on Road as Yake Scores Three Goals By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
OK, How Soon Before the SPCA Shuts Down This Betting Ring? By Shav Glick
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Shell's Solution: Bring Back Replay By Steve Springer
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Hearst to Have Surgery on Knee Associated Press
U.S. to Play at India in Davis Cup From Staff and Wire Reports
Notes on a Scorecard By Allan Malamud
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : For Stottlemyre, Memory of Brother Is Always There By Bob Nightengale
Baseball Daily Report By Bob Nightengale
Baseball Daily Report By Maryann Hudson
Baseball Daily Report By Ross Newhan
Baseball Daily Report By Bob Nightengale
Boat Show Begins Today at Long Beach By Rich Roberts
Convict Lunker Fails in Getaway Attempt
SOCCER : Iraq Gets Key Tie Under New Coach in Cup Qualifying From Associated Press
LOS ALAMITOS / STEVE ANDERSEN : Texas Couple Go Extra Miles to Acquire a Top Arabian Filly
PRO BASKETBALL : Clippers, Lakers Play Exhibition in Las Vegas Tonight By Scott Howard-cooper
David Niedringhaus Rancho Santiago, So. Wrestling / 134...
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Tucker Gets Rancho Santiago Past San Diego Mesa
PREP ROUNDUP : Calvary Chapel Sweeps Capistrano Valley Christian By Kim Q. Berkshire
Jaimie Torromeo Golden West, So. Volleyball / Outside...
ROUNDUP : Harvard-Westlake Wins as Duff Gets Five Goals
CSUN No Match for 6th-Ranked Santa Barbara By John Ortega, TIMES STAFF WRITER
At Highland, Losses Accrue Off Field Too
Prep Roundup
Pro Basketball By Scott Howard-cooper
PRO BASKETBALL : Clippers Face Lakers in Las Vegas By Chris Baker
NHL ROUNDUP : Toronto Remains Undefeated From Associated Press
CSUN Center Might Miss Game Saturday
Wilbert Smith SCHOOL: Montclair Prep SPORT: Football YEAR...
Jenna Panatier SCHOOL: Van Nuys SPORT: Volleyball YEAR...
A Terrapin Victory Has Fans in the Dark By Steve Harvey
COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Bruins Are Thin on Defensive Line By Jim Hodges
COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : USC : Wachholtz Good, but He's Still No. 2 By Earl Gustkey
WORLD SERIES : TORONTO BLUE JAYS vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES : Molitor Rains Hits on Phillies : Game 3: He fuels Blue Jays' 10-3 romp, but will probably replace Olerud on the bench tonight. By Maryann Hudson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORLD SERIES : TORONTO BLUE JAYS vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES : Root, Root for Home Country? : Baseball: With an international World Series, it doesn't take much for fans to take offense. From Associated Press
Nekota Slows, Gets Back in Fast Lane : Basketball Fuels Added Drive in Agoura Runner By John Ortega, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Big-Time Numbers By Earl Gustkey
Mighty Ducks Take a Bite Out of Bitter Big Apple By Mike Penner
He Keeps Boredom Off Base By Jim Murray
Straight Shooter : USC's Johnson on Pace to Challenge Pac-10 Record for Completion Percentage By Earl Gustkey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / ROSS NEWHAN : Hentgen Redeems Himself By Ross Newhan
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Henley's Status as Player Unclear By Mike Reilley
Ram Units Anything but Special : NFL: Team ranks last in league in punting and punt returns, 23rd in kick returns. This week, players get extra homework and more changes. By Mike Reilley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Raiders Obtain Gruber in Trade : Pro football: Draft choices sent to Tampa Bay in exchange for offensive tackle, but deal still pending NFL approval. By Steve Springer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Henley's Status as Player Unclear By Mike Reilley
Oh, Baby: Oiler Is Still Out $125,000 : Pro football: Team says Williams was docked a week's pay, not fined. From Associated Press
Baseball Daily Report Associated Press
WORLD SERIES : TORONTO BLUE JAYS vs. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES : Jackson's Game Unravels, He Doesn't : Phillies: Despite history of temper flare-ups, he maintains composure after being shelled by Blue Jays. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Perfect Match : Key Characteristics Turn Up When You Examine a Rivalry By Martin Henderson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
El Toro-Mission Viejo Rivalry in Football Just Goes With the Territory By Kim Q. Berkshire, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Snake Sting : Cracking Down on Those Who Sell Reptiles Illegally, California DFG Hopes to Stifle Black Market Trade By Rich Roberts, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ermolenko Hurt in Motorcycle Race in England By Shav Glick, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FIGURE SKATING : Meno, Sand Forced to Withdraw From Two Internationals By Randy Harvey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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