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What happened on August 18, 1994
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BY DESIGN : Have Your Shirts Your Way WILLIAM KESSEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Little Rascals' Runs on a Gang Plank of Old-Fashioned Fun LYNN SMITH, Lynn Smith is a staff writer for the Times' Life & Style section
Saving Blue Book From Ultimate Snub : Society: Allegra Yust couldn't just stand by and watch another tradition die. So she grabbed the publishing reins of the social register. JEANNINE STEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Plan to Rescue Nearly Vacant Long Beach Mall Outlined : Business: Developer hopes remodeling will attract well-known retailers to the waterfront site. JOHN CANALIS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Beaches: Nude Sunbathing at Cove
JUST THEIR SIZE : Finally, an Amusement Park That Scales Its Fun in Proportion to Its Adventurers CORINNE FLOCKEN, Corinne Flocken is a free-lance writer who regularly covers Kid Stuff for The Times Orange County Edition
AZUSA : Free Shuttle Offered to Covina Metrolink Spot
SOUTH BAY / COVER STORY : Mormon Church Is Actively Seeking Members Among Asians and Other Local Immigrants MARY GUTHRIE and MATHIS CHAZANOV, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Forget the Dog Days; It's Ant Days of August JACK CHEEVERS and RICHARD LEE COLVIN, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Woman Stabs Rabid Mountain Lion to Death During Attack on Campers Associated Press
Math Blasts a Niche in Video Game Market : Computers: Two South Bay software companies are successfully blending education and entertainment. TED JOHNSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Surreal 'Juliet' of the Symbols MARK CHALON SMITH, Mark Chalon Smith is a free-lancer who regularly writes about film for the Times Orange County Edition
GOINGS ON : Women Get Equal Time in Dinner Theater 'Odd Couple' : Female version of the comedy tells the story of mismatched roommates Olive Madison and Florence Unger. LEO SMITH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Plimsouls "Everywhere at Once" (1983) / Geffen JON MATSUMOTO
Rancho Palos Verdes Using Satellites to Track Landslides JEFF KASS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Music of Wayne Toups Rises From the Swamp : He prides his Zydecajun band on its hybrid sound. And regardless of the origins, it makes people want to dance. BILL LOCEY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST : For Bears, Picnics Make Easy Pickings RENEE TAWA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sports : Harbor Determined to Make '93 a Distant Memory MITCH POLIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Washington Insight THE TIMES WASHINGTON STAFF
DIAMOND BAR : Horcher Aide Changes Voting Registration
INGLEWOOD : Corrected Census May Bring City $10 Million JON GARCIA
Bosnia Serbs Demand Fuel as Peacekeepers' Toll : Balkans: A letter from the squeezed rebels warns that to pass checkpoints will require supplying gasoline. The U.N. mission says it won't comply. CAROL J. WILLIAMS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
If Your Friends Could See You Now, What Advice Would They Offer? PATRICK MOTT and ANN CONWAY
World IN BRIEF : LESOTHO : 4 Die in Protest Over Abolition of Cabinet From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Topics / REAL ESTATE : Expensive New Homes Are Attracting Buyers TED JOHNSON
As French Depart, More Rwandans Head for Zaire JOHN BALZAR, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BRIEFLY : Schools: LEARN Preregistration Dates Set
Anaheim Stadium Plays Ball--for TV
Orange County Fans' Choices
Math, Science Scores Show Plus Signs ELIZABETH SHOGREN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Family Matters in This House : Politics: All agree, there has been an increased emphasis on family issues since President Clinton took office. But what has been accomplished is open to debate. ELIZABETH MEHREN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WEST HOLLYWOOD : Woman Hurt, 9 Arrested in Nightclub Melee
Gap Narrows in Standoff Over Anti-Crime Bill MICHAEL ROSS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Schools Not Quake-Safe, Group Tells Senate Panel : Emergencies: Task force warns that children's safety cannot be guaranteed unless preparedness is quickly improved. Report predicts lawsuits against negligent districts. CYNTHIA H. CRAFT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Stepping Up to the Plate CHRISTINA V. GODBEY
REEL LIFE / FILM & VIDEO FILE : Picture Brightens With New Movie System : The projection method will give a sharper image. But it is also expected to eliminate jobs. PANCHO DOLL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LONG BEACH : Organizers of Shelter Seeking New Sponsor JOHN COX
When a Trial Overshadows Candidates GEORGE SKELTON
U.S. to Try Issuing More Visas to Cubans at Home ART PINE and MIKE CLARY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Politics: Looking at Geissert's Endorsements
Slaying Victim Amy Biehl's Work Continued by Mother From Associated Press
TORRANCE : City's Tab for Rights Suit Nears $1 Million MARY GUTHRIE
Mexican Law, Distance Discourage Voters : Election: Country's ban on absentee ballots makes many in O.C. apolitical. TOM RAGAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CLOSET RX : It's the Thought That Counts JOHN MORELL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Campaign Winds Down in Historic Mexican Election : Politics: Three-day hiatus before balloting gives voters time to decide between ruling party and promised change. JUANITA DARLING and SEBASTIAN ROTELLA, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Basil Helps Add to the Spice of Life, Thai Style DEBORAH SULLIVAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'1000 Clowns': In Praise of Nutty Uncle With Heart PATRICK MOTT
NOTEBOOK / KIRBY LEE : Back McCullough to Play at Pasadena City College KIRBY LEE
City Hall News : COVINA : Anti-Tax Council Moves Toward Fire Fee RICHARD WINTON, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SAN PEDRO, ROLLING HILLS : Road Maintenance May Interfere With Traffic DAVE GRIMM
Syrian President Fires Special Forces Chief Associated Press
Local Hotels Introduce Eco-Friendly Rooms : Nonsmoking accommodations at two sites are equipped with filtered air and water and biodegradable products. RICHARD KAHLENBERG, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Politics: Councilman's Performance in Office
LONG BEACH : Cable TV Firm Told to Issue Refunds JOHN POPE
Senate Softening Regulatory Sting of Health Bill EDWIN CHEN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wildfire Evacuees Return to Find Homes Gone From Times Staff and Wire Reports
RESTAURANT REVIEW : The Greek Puts Emphasis on Classics : Unlike many coastal eateries, this new arrival to Ventura Harbor offers excellent cuisine to go with the ocean view. DAVID B. GOLDMAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BY DESIGN : Calvin's PC Cologne WILLIAM KISSEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Minnesota, Insurer Claim Tobacco Fraud, Conspiracy From Associated Press
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY / COVER STORY : MOTHER MARIA'S DAILY MIRACLE : Caring for 6 Children, 3 of Them Disabled, Is a Big Task but One She Does With a Smile LISA O'NEILL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GOVERNOR : Brown Boosts Anti-Crime Proposal AMY WALLACE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS / INSURANCE COMMISSIONER : GOP Candidate Urged to Return Funds KENNETH REICH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Graduates Know They'll Face Hardships MARY LAINE YARBER, Mary Laine Yarber teaches high school English.
Simpson Case Lawyers Feud Over DNA Tests : Courts: Shapiro wants prosecution held in contempt. Clark denounces defense's 'hypocritical ramblings.' ANDREA FORD and JIM NEWTON, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
EL CAMINO COLLEGE : Contract Talks Stalled as Fall Classes Begin JAMES BENNING
Opposition Socialist Alliance Wins Plurality in Sri Lanka JOHN-THOR DAHLBURG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lawmakers Reject Paddling Bill From Associated Press
SANTA FE SPRINGS : Council Orders 45-Day Ban on Fortunetellers JOHN D. WAGNER
$20-Million Project to Assist Brazil's Neglected Children RON HARRIS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ALHAMBRA : Fund to Honor Retiring Health-Care Official
CLAREMONT : Harvey Mudd Exceeds Fund-Raising Goal
Texas Governor Calls Opponent a 'Jerk' in Dispute Over Schools From Associated Press
VERNON : Toxic Waste Foes Find a Victory in Defeat SIMON ROMERO
Betty Ballard; Union Leader Sought Equal Pay for Women
Hitting the Road : Record Number of Drivers Join Exodus, DMV Says PAUL JACOBS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
California Drivers Still Hitting Road Right Out of State : Exodus: DMV finds that more licensed residents moved out than in for third straight year. Of the 400,000 who left last year, 40,000 were from O.C. PAUL JACOBS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Topics / STOCK WATCH
Yeltsin Vows Aid in Probing Nuclear Contraband Cases : Russia: The president's promise in a letter to German Chancellor Kohl contrasts with Moscow's denials that it is the source of smuggled plutonium. MARJORIE MILLER and RICHARD BOUDREAUX, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
GOP Front-Runners Trade Jabs in Heated Race for State Senate : Politics: Tensions rise as Richard L. Mountjoy, Gary G. Miller and Paul Horcher lead a pack of 29th District candidates in the Sept. 13 election. RICK HOLGUIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
When Couples Get Poor Reception From Each Other, It's Time for a TV Break KATHRYN BOLD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MONROVIA : Police, Merchants Team in Bike Safety Program
World IN BRIEF : JAPAN : Earlier Attack on Trawler Reported From Times Staff and Wire Reports
GOP Front-Runners Trade Jabs in State Senate Race : Politics: Tensions rise as Richard L. Mountjoy, Gary G. Miller and Paul Horcher lead a pack of 29th District candidates in the Sept. 13 election. RICK HOLGUIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE REGION : No Consensus on Special Library Tax JON GARCIA
Audit Says DMV Ignored Warning : Finances: State officials knew about computer system's problems in 1990, yet spent $50 million on doomed project. Safeguards were bypassed, auditor says. VIRGINIA ELLIS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NOTEBOOK / KIRBY LEE : Paramount Golfer Wins Junior Title KIRBY LEE
Famalaro Case Casts Pall Over Ex-Fiancee : Relationship: Woman says she was abused but never feared for her life. 'It's just been a lot to deal with.' JODI WILGOREN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Walesa Calls for Removal of Ex-Spy From Post in Poland DEAN E. MURPHY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Altman Resigns Over Whitewater : Probe: Deputy Treasury secretary is the highest-ranking victim of the controversy. The department's top lawyer is also expected to step down. JAMES RISEN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sports : San Gabriel Advances to Semifinals of Ruth Series JEFF RILEY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
INGLEWOOD : Quake Victims May Get Funds From HUD JON GARCIA
In Aquarium-Building Race, Is Three a Crowd? WENDY MILLER, Wendy Miller is editor of Ventura County Life
LONG BEACH : Police Say Man Threw Toddler Into Pool
Tougher Quake Safeguards at Schools Urged CYNTHIA H. CRAFT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WHITTIER : City Council Members to Get 2.9% Pay Hike
BRIEFLY : Transportation: MTA Names Chief Administrator
Push for new Alaska capital leaves Juneau cold : Voters are being asked to abandon the isolated city in favor of the small town of Wasilla. LEE DYE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Forget Dog Days; It's Ant Days of August : Pests: Annual invasion has worsened with heat, threatening human sanity. JACK CHEEVERS and RICHARD LEE COLVIN, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Vote on Chavis Ouster to Affect NAACP Policy SAM FULWOOD III, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Residents Target Airport Safety, Noise at Meeting : Transportation: Coalition of neighbors also levies complaints to local and federal officials about flight patterns. ADRIAN MAHER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Coroner in Riverside Cited by Cal/OSHA : Safety: Inspectors say workers were exposed to excessive formaldehyde levels and were not given respirators. Medical experts disagree on long-term effects. TOM GORMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Martial Arts the 'Gentle Way' : Judo: Physical contact fosters respect among participants, instructors at nonprofit San Gabriel school say. The sport promotes discipline and spiritual growth, they say. TALLY GOLDSTEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Famalaro Kept Tapes of Missing Person Shows : Crime: TV subjects included Denise Huber, say newly released police reports detailing murder investigation. RENE LYNCH and KEVIN JOHNSON, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
In any case, Moody's endorsement will be on the winning side.
Hiker Who Takes Gamble Gets 2 Pairs of Snake Eyes LEONARD REED, Leonard Reed is a Times staff writer
When Arms Fired Oranges, Not Bullets T. JEFFERSON PARKER, T. Jefferson Parker is a novelist and writer who lives in Orange County. His column appears in OC Live! the first three Thursdays of every month
Local Authors Bring Campaigning Home : Country singer Patsy Cline and disappearing frogs are topics of interest in book appearances and interviews. FRANCES HALPERN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BRIEFLY : Education: Students Will Explore Race, Sexism Issues
WEST LOS ANGELES : Blazes Damage 3 Buildings MATHIS CHAZANOV
MONTEBELLO : School District Plans to Cut Teacher Pay 5.3% PSYCHE PASCUAL
Business: Plan for R&D Automobile Park and Test Track
LAUGH LINES : Jokes
Notebook / Sean Waters SEAN WATERS
THEATER REVIEW : Now in Its 3rd Decade, 'Fantasticks' Deserves Another Look : After nearly 35 years, the play, now at Occidental Theater Festival, still conveys the essence of what it means to be young and in love. RAY LOYND, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Budget: Openness in Glendora Government
A Feast of Treats on the Half-Shell BENJAMIN EPSTEIN, Benjamin Epstein is a free-lance writer who contributes frequently to the Times Orange County Edition
Two Cases of Hate Crimes Stir Concern in Lawndale : Vandalism: Police are investigating racial slurs found painted near the homes of two African American families. JAMES BENNING, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Topics / ENVIRONMENT : For Black Bears, Summer Means Fun : Food brought into the mountains by picnickers makes the livin' easy for the state's 24,000 bears. Lock up those Twinkies, say officials. RENEE TAWA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pitcher Silva Grows Tired of His Life in the Fast Lane KEVIN BAXTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man of Steele Presides at John Dominis BENJAMIN EPSTEIN, Benjamin Epstein is a free-lance writer who regularly contributes to The Times Orange County Edition
BY DESIGN : He-Man STYLES : Tied Up in Court WILLIAM KISSEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
FOR THE KIDS : Children Get Feel for Nature During Sense-Tingling Hikes : Group leads walks on trails that are fit for strollers. The easy pace leaves time for 'lots of smelling, touching, looking.' JANE HULSE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CRENSHAW : Gourmet Coffee Franchise Is Perk for Community ERIN J. AUBRY
ROLLING HILLS ESTATES : Facility Again Open to Purchase by College JEFF KASS
Grief as a Building Tool : Mother of Fatally Ill Child Raises Funds to Start Special Clinic TALLY GOLDSTEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
VENICE : 2 Area Murals Targeted for Restoration LORENZA MUNOZ
LONG BEACH : Workshop Seeks to Ease Tensions at Jordan High JOHN COX
MONTEBELLO : 15% of Residents Get Increase in Water Bill
BY DESIGN : The New Commodity: Trading Silver for Gold WILLIAM KESSEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Fashion Flares : Back-to-School Shopping Comes With Warning Signals KATHRYN BOLD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Topics / PETS : All the Creature Comforts for Cats KATHLEEN KELLEHER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MUSIC TO BOOT : Toe-Tapping Is Just Part of the Fun at Two Outdoor Festivals ZAN DUBIN, Zan Dubin covers the arts for the Times Orange County Edition
Buena Park's Back-to-Basics Koko's Keeps the Locals in '50s Time Warp ROSE APODACA JONES, Rose Apodaca Jones is a free-lance writer who contributes regularly to The Times Orange County Edition
Topics / LAW ENFORCEMENT : Deputies Take a New Tack on Criminals With Team Policing : The Sheriff's Department program in Carson includes neighborhood meetings and off-patrol time to create and execute anti-crime plans. MARY GUTHRIE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Knead to Know Basis for Bakers MATHIS CHAZANOV
BELLFLOWER : Council OKs Curbside Recycling Program JOHN CANALIS
In the Doghouse for Canine Reference
Thank You, Signore Modugno JAY BERMAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
REDONDO BEACH : Man Held After Shots Are Fired Into Library JEFF KASS
Pasadena Council Deliberates City Attorney's Fate : Politics: Special session was called to consider resignation of Victor Kaleta. Investigation found that he had discriminated against female attorneys in his office. RICHARD WINTON, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MUSIC : Halibuts Riding Wave of Surfer Popularity : The revivalist group should feel at home at Santa Barbara's Toes Tavern, which is decorated with mementos of the area's celebrated sport. BILL LOCEY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MONTEREY PARK : Couple's Suit Accuses Police of Racial Bias
SHOP TALK : Stock Up for School With Practical Supplies : A variety of retailers offer folders, binders, lined paper and lunch boxes in styles from plain to fancy in a range of prices. LEO SMITH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEW : If Butler Didn't Do It, Mystery Show Still Has Suspects Galore : 'But Why Bump Off Barnaby?' offers a maze of possibilities for aficionados. TODD EVERETT, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Books: Sharing Knowledge, Friendship Through Reading
BEVERLY HILLS : Home Bombing Suspect In Critical Condition
SOUTH BAY : Satellites to Track Landslide Movement JEFF KASS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LONG BEACH : Instructor, University Settle Layoff Lawsuit
Getting Wind of Primo Weather for Board-Sailing
JAUNTS : Tropical Treat : At La Conchita, you can stroll in the shade of lofty trees and taste one of the 58 exotic varieties of bananas grown here. JANE HULSE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Cuff Link ROSE APODACA JONES
Honoring the Cowboy-Humorist LAURIE K. SCHENDEN
Parties Really Roll During Op Pro, U.S. Open Contests Rockin' Fig & Dave, Rockin' Fig is Rick Fignetti, a Huntington Beach surfer/shop owner. Times staff writer David Reyes has reported on U.S. surf teams competing in Bali and Brazil
Tanya Bringing Torrid Style to the Fair : The superstar is known--and loved--for her many hit records and her skimpy fashions. ROBYN LOEWENTHAL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
WESTSIDE / COVER STORY : On the Rise : Bread, One of the Oldest Comfort Foods, Has Gone From Run-of-the-Mill to the Latest Hot Commodity MATHIS CHAZANOV, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ellen Tracy Blends Strength, Romance ROSE APODACA JONES
Alameda Corridor: Linking National Rail Network to Local Ports
Questions on School Uniforms Loom as Summer Nears End : Education: New Long Beach district policy will affect almost 60,000 students. But many parents are unaware that they can request an exemption for their children. JOHN COX and PSYCHE PASCUAL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Uplifting Experience : Now That Wonderbra Is in Town, Women Have Something to Show for Their Time ROSE APODACA JONES
LONG BEACH : Terminal Island Rail Link to Be Replaced SUSAN WOODWARD
LA HABRA HEIGHTS : City Manager Leaves for Pomona Post JOHN CANALIS
Parkland: Hermosa's Debate on Biltmore Parcel
OFFSPRING MAKE US PROUD : Smash Hit of Home-Grown Band Speaks Well for the Local Scene Too MIKE BOEHM, Mike Boehm covers pop music for The Times Orange County Edition
David Halley "Stray Dog Talk" / Dos Records JIM WASHBURN
LONG BEACH : Port Director Receives 5% Salary Increase
Topics / EDUCATION : Campers to Confront Prejudices : Weeklong retreat promotes tolerance among young people. About 100 high school students are expected to attend. TALLY GOLDSTEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Musician Plays Off His Taste for Eclectic : Heavily influenced by the classical, Roger Kellaway often strays from jazz, but always feels drawn back to it. JOSEF WOODARD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Cyclery Leads in Trails--and on Wednesday Night Rides RICK VANDERKNYFF, Rick VanderKnyff is a member of the Times Orange County Edition staff
Government: Comments About Monterey Park Library Trustee Denounced
Sculpture Memorializes Nazi Victims CHARLES HILLINGER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Living Her Life Has Made Bell Realize That Pool Is Just a Game SEAN WATERS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
FASHION : It'll Be Baby Dolls for Gals, Sarcasm for Guys This Fall : The feminine look will also encompass the retro newsboy while males share their thoughts on trendy T-shirts. KATHLEEN WILLIAMS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Tank Wars : Ventura, Oxnard and Santa Barbara are racing forward with plans to build state-of-the-art aquariums. But experts predict it will be a winner-take-all contest. JEFF MEYERS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pets: Another High-Tech Vet to Add to the List
HARBOR AREA : LAPD Recruitment to Target Women SUSAN WOODWARD
True to His Skill : Leather is the material of choice for fashion designer Abel Villarreal. In his studio in Silver Lake, He transforms cowhide into works of art. DAVID WHARTON
COLUMN ONE : Treatment Against Their Will : More states are making it easier to force the mentally ill into hospitals. Some doctors, families and even patients back such changes, noting the delicate balance between civil rights and 'the human right to live.' ELIZABETH SHOGREN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COVER STORY : A Family Tradition : Second- and Third-Generation Schneiders Are Carrying On the Practice of Fighting Fires GORDON DILLOW, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BOOK REVIEW / NONFICTION : Supersonic Search for Meaning Stalls Airport Analogy : THE AIRPORT:Terminal Nights and Runway Days at John F. Kennedy International by James K aplan ; Morrow $23, 270 pages ALEX RAKSIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Made in America DEBRA GENDEL, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
HUNTINGTON PARK : Street Fair to Salute Mexican Culture
Sports : One Swell Time : Water Ski Race to Catalina Provides Plenty of Thrills--and Spills--for Competitors KIRBY LEE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SANTA MONICA : Quake Damage Dooms Building Despite Landmark Designation SUSAN STEINBERG
Beggars Are Choosers, Poster Says : Homeless: But critics disagree, saying Hollywood's anti-panhandling campaign mocks the plight of the needy. SCOTT COLLINS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
There's No Tofu Like Soft Tofu MAX JACOBSON, Max Jacobson is a free-lance writer who reviews restaurants weekly for the Times Orange County Edition
Topics / EDUCATION : Campers to Confront Prejudices : Weeklong retreat promotes tolerance among young people. About 100 high school students are expected to attend. TALLY GOLDSTEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NOTEBOOK / MITCH POLIN : Mira Costa's Fonua in Stable Condition After Suffering Brain Aneurysm MITCH POLIN
FASHION : Divine Inspiration : More for a Cool Look Than for Religion, the Virgin Mary Icon Is a Best-Selling Icon ROSE APODACA JONES, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
An Authentic Sushi Experience MICHAEL KRIKORIAN
WWII: 'Heartache of Terminal Island'
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Convicted Molester Begins Parole : Crime: Kyle Hochstraser reports in Palmdale. His victim says she's sentenced to a 'lifetime of nightmares.' ANN W. O'NEILL and PHIL SNEIDERMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Ventura County Fair : County Fair Opens With Excitement : Entertainment: Kids, teen-agers and families enjoy the first day of annual event. Rides, food and contests abound. CONSTANCE SOMMER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Convicted Molester Freed on Parole : Crime: Kyle Hochstraser reports to officer in Palmdale. Victim says she is 'sentenced to lifetime of nightmares.' ANN W. O'NEILL and PHIL SNEIDERMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
What's in a Name? A Lot at City Hall : Bureaucracy: Mayor's effort to streamline 1,500 job titles causes stir. Critics say his staff does not understand the specialization needed to run a complicated metropolis. MARC LACEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : 2 Guilty in Slayings of Runaways May Face Death Penalty DOUGLAS ALGER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
When Slurs Boost Scores SCOTT HARRIS
New Gas Studied in Deaths : Tests: Carbon monoxide is now focus of study in Rincon oil field accident. JEFF McDONALD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Berry Petroleum Pleads No Contest in Oil Spill : Penalty: Company ordered to pay $600,000 to settle criminal complaint over December pipeline rupture. JEFF McDONALD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Teachers Call Board's 7% Offer Unacceptable STEPHANIE CHAVEZ and BETH SHUSTER, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Crimes Reported to the LAPD
Court Halts Suspensions of Health Inspectors : Labor: The order prevents county action against protesting workers who refuse to drive their private cars on business. JEFF SCHNAUFER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wife of Oxnard Mayor to Run for Harbor District
A Clos-Up Look At People Who Matter : Rescuer Pays High Price but Has No Regrets ED BOND, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
3 Candidates Want to Vote Themselves Out of Jobs : Campaign: They vow that if elected to Tri-City water district board they will seek to do away with the agency, which they say is unneeded and wasteful. JEFF BEAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LOS ANGELES : Police Union Files Claim on Behalf of White Males
Council OKs $14 Million for Housing in Quake-Hit Areas JOCELYN Y. STEWART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Countywide : O.C. Rises on List of 'Best Places to Live'
SIMI VALLEY : Police Searching for Robbery Suspect JOANNA M. MILLER
LA PALMA : Carwash Approved Despite Protests BILL BILLITER
Aftershock Watch
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Plan for Schoolbook Objection Considered JEFF BEAN
3 City Workers Hurt Breaking Up Attack JOSH MEYER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MISSION HILLS : $150,000 in Cash and Jewelry Stolen CHIP JOHNSON
VENTURA : CSUN Admission Deadline Is Today JOANNA M. MILLER
Memorial Park to Sponsor Food Drive MAKI BECKER
Court Backs City Bid to Sell Water in Creeks : Thousand Oaks: Ruling overturns 1992 decision citing inadequate environmental report. Farmers say the battle has not been lost. DWAYNE BRAY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
4 Juveniles Held in Auto Burglaries
WOODLAND HILLS : Cushion Sales to Soften Schools' Budget Pains SUSAN BYRNES
Commentary : Is California in a State of Decline or Rebound? : The Times has invited gubernatorial candidates Kathleen Brown, the Democrat, and Pete Wilson, the Republican incumbent, to discuss the issues of the 1994 campaign in a series of articles on this page. Here are the first, which examine the economic and financial problems and prospects for California. : To seize the opportunities that California's future can offer, we need a governor who can stand up to the special interests and continue bringing fundamental change. PETE WILSON, Pete Wilson is the governor of California. and
Pending Crime Bill
Commentary : Is California in a State of Decline or Rebound? : The Times has invited gubernatorial candidates Kathleen Brown, the Democrat, and Pete Wilson, the Republican incumbent, to discuss the issues of the 1994 campaign in a series of articles on this page. Here are the first, which examine the economic and financial problems and prospects for California. : Our families need a governor who manages the state's money for the middle class. That means creating good jobs, investing in education, . . . more cops on the streets . . . . KATHLEEN BROWN, Kathleen Brown is the state treasurer. and
Electing Lawyers
Brazil's Children
Stanton Public Works Chief to Leave Post TOM RAGAN
Steve Allen to Host Ethnic Celebration JEFF SCHNAUFER
TUSTIN : Council Endorses SOS Ballot Measure ALAN EYERLY
Immigration and Jobs
County Library's Summer Reading Program a Success
SIMI VALLEY : Reagan Foundation Hires Finance Head MACK REED
Glendale Plans Evening High School to Ease Crowding VIVIEN LOU CHEN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOORPARK : Farm Workers Threaten Strike for Wage Hike SCOTT HADLY
ANAHEIM : Funds Sought for Live-Saving Surgery MARTIN MILLER
Health Care: Calm Down and Get Back to Basic Principles
Court Date of the Century : Law: Simpson and Fleiss are both scheduled to go on trial Sept. 19 in the same building Downtown. PAUL FELDMAN and GREG BRAXTON, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
ANAHEIM : Action on Billboards, Smoking Ban Put Off MARTIN MILLER
THOUSAND OAKS : CalMat May Replace Striking Drivers MARY F. POLS
PASADENA : Embattled City Attorney to Take Early Retirement
Order in the Courts : Disciplining judges--and streamlining justice
GARDEN GROVE : Council Ousts Chung as Mayor Pro Tem BERT ELJERA
IRVINE : Drug Lab Destroyed After Man's Arrest KEN ELLINGWOOD
Later Deadline Boosts Ballots for November MIGUEL BUSTILLO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WOODLAND HILLS : Swim-a-Thon to Benefit Pierce Pool FRANK MANNING
Countywide : Heat Wave Continues to Lose Its Steam MARK I. PINSKY
ANAHEIM : Apartments Saved as Carport Burns MARK I. PINSKY
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Lancaster Moves City Election to '97
IRVINE : School Computer Link in the Works RUSS LOAR
A Saturday Bike Ride
LA HABRA : City Will Consider Ban on Clotheslines MIMI KO
MONTEREY PARK : Planned Name Change for Taiwan Offices Spurs Protest
City Workers Rescue Couple From Gang Attack : Heroism: Sanitation men intervene in assault on homeless pair. At least three injured in confrontation with armed youths. JOSH MEYER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CYPRESS : Police Chief Wicker Taken to Hospital BILL BILLITER
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Advocates to Gather for Homeless Animals' Day : Observance: Saturday event will call attention to the euthanizing of 12 million to 17 million dogs and cats each year. DOUGLAS ALGER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Chatsworth : Ostrich Farm Told to Cut Back Birds ERIC SLATER
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : College of Canyons Recovers From Quake : Education: Officials at the two-year community school chart 25 years of progress along with a few bumpy periods. MARK SABBATINI, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Judge Again Continues Arraignment in Westlake Shooting Case : Courts: Defendant John Yi, 17, of Thousand Oaks is granted second two-week continuance this month. DWAYNE BRAY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HOLLYWOOD : MTA Confirms Tunneling Buckled Walk of Fame
Woman, 85, Dies After Bus Mishap in Ventura : Transit: Lillie Neil fell and her legs were crushed by vehicle's wheels. Police say it's unclear how the accident happened. TRACY WILSON and JASON GRANT, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA : 4 Teen-Agers Hurt in Golf Cart Mishap JEFF BEAN
Electrical Explosion in Boiler Room Causes Power Outage at St. John's : Hospital: Unexplained blast at medical center injures no one. Lack of power leaves patients without air conditioning for hours. JOANNA M. MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries
Man Sentenced for Domestic Abuse
County Feels Pinch From 'Three Strikes' Law : Budget: Public defender's office asks for more money to handle big increase in caseload. County is studying effects on other agencies. MATT LAIT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SIMI VALLEY : School Board Rejects Wrongful-Death Plea TRACY WILSON
Garden Grove Tightens Rules on Foods Served at Festivals BERT ELJERA, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Private Groups to Run 5 City Arts Centers : Budgets: In an attempt to keep its community spaces open, council turns management over to private consortiums. JOCELYN Y. STEWART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BUENA PARK : Homeowner Group Bows to Quadriplegic LESLEY WRIGHT
Judge Blocks Suspensions of County Health Inspectors JEFF SCHNAUFER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
OXNARD : Ex-Workers at Defunct Abex Start Own Firm PHYLLIS W. JORDAN
Wilson Urges Penalty for Deadbeat Parents : Politics: Governor proposes law to suspend driver's licenses of those who fail to pay child support. Attorney general also addresses issue. GEBE MARTINEZ, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
PACOIMA : Children Get a Kick Out of Anti-Gang Day ANTONIO OLIVO
CAMARILLO : Low-Income Housing Project Approved J.E. MITCHELL
BURBANK : Comic in Plea Deal Agrees to Do Ad VIVIEN CHEN
Officer Sues Police Chief in Pay Dispute : Courts: Huntington lawman wants compensation for time he spent fighting disciplinary action that ultimately was dismissed. JULIE MARQUIS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Men Credited With Saving Boy, 3, From Drowning : Accident: Pair spotted the child at bottom of apartment complex pool. He was pulled to safety and revived. MARK I. PINSKY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Playing Ballplayers at the Big A : Crew of New Fox Series Takes Abandoned Field MARTIN MILLER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
OXNARD : Man in 3-Strikes Case Faces New Charges DWAYNE BRAY
List of Council, Mayoral Candidates Swells to 260 : Election: Extended filing period comes to close. Another 209 people are attempting to win seats on school boards. GREG HERNANDEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries
LAGUNA BEACH : Crash Causes Power Outage, Traffic Snarl KEN ELLINGWOOD
LOS ANGELES : LAPD Officer Arrested in Alleged Molestation
VAN NUYS : Aviation Expo '94 Prepares for Takeoff JEFF SCHNAUFER
CALABASAS : Festival Will Add 5 Extra Parking Lots FRANK MANNING
COSTA MESA : 6 Injured in 2 Rush-Hour Car Crashes MARK I. PINSKY
Democrats Say Harman Challenger Broke Rules TED JOHNSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Task Force Seeks to Bolster Fire Prevention Measures : Report: It recommends adoption of tougher building codes and increased training for those who battle blazes. MATT LAIT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rescuing a Design Icon : Architecture: An Austrian museum provides funds to restore the Schindler House. IRENE LACHER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
What Does a Gentleman Say to a Naked Lady: Care to Dance? GEOFFREY MOHAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BURBANK : Gunman Sought in Gang Shooting Case STEVE RYFLE
FOOD
A Vine Grows in Malibu DAN BERGER, TIMES WINE WRITER
Well, Ex-Squaws Me! JEFF KASS
Tortilla Soup, Rice Pudding, Herb Vinegar ROSE DOSTI
Reality Cooking : A Realist's Pantry KIM UPTON
GOOD COOKING : The Birds of August ABBY MANDEL
Espy Apologizes for Times Comment From the Associated Press
That Widgety Feeling
Egg-omania
Canned Heat
Espresso by the Book CHARLES PERRY
Reality Cooking : Confessions of a Former Foodie : From five-course dinners and an ever-simmering stockpot to salad in a bag and 20-minute soups, a foodie embraces... KIM UPTON, TIME STAFF WRITER
PARTY LINE : Strike When the Grill Is Hot KATHIE JENKINS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chow Palace JONATHAN GOLD
Recipes Redux
Orzo the Good DONNA DEANE
Reality Cooking : Take-Out: The Ultimate Reality LINDA BURUM
Summer Cooking : The Corn Chronicles KAREN STABINER
Backyard Pizza MARY CARROLL
BUSINESS
Judge Approves Asbestos Settlement Involving 20 Companies : Workplace: Philadelphia ruling will provide $1.3 billion for some 100,000 claimants over the next 10 years. From Associated Press
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Company Town Annex From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Company Town Annex From Times Staff and Wire Reports
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Company Town Annex From Times Staff and Wire Reports
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FINANCIAL MARKETS : Markets Mixed as Traders Assess Impact of Rate Hike From Times Staff and Wire Services
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Traders Pause to Evaluate Impact of Rate Hike by Fed From Times Wire Services
Spurred by Fed, Banks Lower Rates on Fixed Mortgages : Finance: But cost of adjustable-rate loans goes up, making them less attractive to new home buyers. KATHY M. KRISTOF, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Oil Imports Up Sharply in July Amid Falling U.S. Demand : Energy: The latest statistics illustrate a trend: Major U.S. producers are shifting from domestic to overseas sources. From Bloomberg Business News
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Spurred by Fed, Lenders Cut Rates on Fixed Mortgages : Finance: But cost of adjustable-rate loans goes up, making them less attractive to new home buyers. KATHY M. KRISTOF, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Airlines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Acquisition by System Controls Linked to Introduction of New Product Line
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Global Markets and Economic Update
Computer Firms May Follow Compaq's Lead on Warnings : Technology: O.C.-based manufacturers are concerned with growing number of suits claiming keyboard-related injuries. ROSS KERBER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PenUltimate Posts Fiscal Year Loss of $3.7 Million
International Business / Spotlight on Indonesia : When Doing Business There ... LIESL GUINTO
Aerospace From Times Staff and Wire Reports
International Business / Spotlight on Indonesia : It May Be a Nation of 13,500 Islands, but Most of the Action Takes Place on 3 CAROL SMITH, CAROL SMITH is a free-lance writer based in Pasadena
Bill Would Allow Workers to Sue Over Harassment : Workplace: Under the congressional measure, arbitration in sexual harassment cases would be optional instead of mandatory. From Associated Press
FCC Makes It Easier for Minorities to Win Licenses : Broadcasting: Women-owned businesses and minority-owned firms will get a 40% discount at the next auction of frequencies. From Bloomberg Business News
International Business / Spotlight on Indonesia : Resources
Interactive Network Struggles to Avoid Going Out of Business : Technology: Fledgling venture by the TV entertainment company has turned into a huge financial drain. JOHN LIPPMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
International Business / Spotlight on Indonesia : The Indonesian Economy
International Business / Spotlight on Indonesia : Turning Over a Green Leaf : Indonesian Firms Cash In on Environmental Awareness MARGOT COHEN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Software Is Most Significant Loss in Firm's Demise MICHAEL SCHRAGE, Michael Schrage is a writer, consultant and research associate at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He writes this column independently for The Times
Southland Computer Makers May Label Keyboards : Consumers: Some firms are considering the move to call attention to the potential for injury from repetitive stress. ROSS KERBER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
International Business / Spotlight on Indonesia : After Years of Rehearsal, a Global Role : Economy: The world's fourth-most- populous country has solid growth, political stability in its favor. MAGGIE FORD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
O.C. Firm Owner Target of Federal Fraud Indictment : Securities: Promoter of nonexistent videophone system kept soliciting customers from jail in $12-million scam, panel alleges. JOHN O'DELL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Felony Charges Are Filed Over Porn Cache at Livermore Lab : Crime: A recent employee is accused of computer services theft. A former co-worker faces minor counts. ADAM S. BAUMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ConAgra to Lay Off 180 Workers, Transfer 30 : Employment: The action affects 10% of the staff in a restructuring of 2 departments, officials say. GREG JOHNSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
American Cyanamid Consents to Takeover : Pharmaceuticals: Acquisition comes after rival American Home Products sweetens deal to $9.7 billion. DAVID R. OLMOS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPORTS
LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES : Thousand Oaks Gets Breather as Hitters Come Through, 10-4 : Baseball: Hutton leads advance to semifinals with two hits, three RBIs in rout of Florida. MATTHEW RUDY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ROLLER HOCKEY : Blades Roll to Game 1 Victory
Two Workers Fall to Death in Accident at Kingdome Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Shell Smiling as Camp Ends STEVE SPRINGER
SOFTBALL / PAIGE A. LEECH : Moonlighting Champions Stayed Awake Just Long Enough PAIGE A. LEECH
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : Players Told to Prepare for a Protracted Walkout ROSS NEWHAN
DiSarcina Can't Shake Sinking Feeling BOB NIGHTENGALE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sherman Ready to Carry Standard : College softball: Torgeson successor expects to bring national title to Cal State Northridge in five years. MIKE HISERMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lyght Looks for a Way to Stop Burns MIKE REILLEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Big Player Doesn't Get Big Picture SCOTT HOWARD-COOPER
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Chandler Bemoans Technical Problems MIKE REILLEY
Massimino Won't Get Supplement : College basketball: Additional $375,000 a year above base salary wasn't approved by UNLV Regents. From Associated Press
Baseball Daily Report Associated Press
Strike Losses Not Merely Peanuts : Dodgers: Work stoppage affects vendors and homeless. O'Malley looking for a lasting solution. MARYANN HUDSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Knee-Deep in Latest Fight Joke JIM MURRAY
COMMENTARY : Reinsdorf Becomes the New Walter O'Malley MIKE LUPICA, NEWSDAY
Baseball Strike: Developments From Day 6
Three Splash Players Suspended for Brawl in Sacramento MARTIN HENDERSON
World Cup Coaching Isn't Stable : Soccer: Nine of 24 positions have changed since tournament ended, but Germany's Vogts is still employed. GRAHAME L. JONES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Titan Relief Pitcher Packs Up His Pitches and Takes to the Road : Baseball: Ted Silva's busy schedule finds him playing ball in eight states, three countries and two continents. KEVIN BAXTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Christie Is Winner in Rain-Soaked 100 From Staff and Wire Reports
Breakthrough Bouts Tripped Up by Pair of Cracked Ribs : Boxing: Tonight's Irvine Marriott card loses two local fighters after they are each injured. DAVE McKIBBEN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Strike Losses Not Merely Peanuts : Angels: They could lose millions, which would mean having the same team (or worse) next season. BOB NIGHTENGALE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SWIMMING : Thompson Overcomes to Win 100 From Associated Press
Tennis From Staff and Wire Reports
Two Workers Killed in Kingdome Accident Associated Press
Lowly Timberwolves Fire Lowe : Pro basketball: Coach ousted after 33-102 record in tenure marked by underachievers. From Associated Press
Veteran Linebacker : Former Marine Herrin Is Now Looking for a Few Good Hits With Trojans EARL GUSTKEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SWIMMING : Thompson Overcomes to Win 100 From Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Saints Praise Everett's Camp Associated Press
COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : USC : Police Looking for Two Suspects in Theft EARL GUSTKEY
Former Angel Aikens Guilty on Crack Cocaine Charges From Associated Press
TENNIS / DANA HADDAD : Illness, Tu Thwarted Bleszynski DANA HADDAD
COLLEGE FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Coaches Careful About Conditioning : UCLA coaches have taken a more careful approach to conditioning. JIM HODGES
SOCCER : U.S. Women Win Easily, Even When It Gets Rough GRAHAME L. JONES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DEL MAR : El Alerta Saves the Day for Desormeaux DAVE DISTEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Father-Daughter Entry One of a Kind SHAV GLICK
ENTERTAINMENT
It's Only Rocanrol but They Like It : Alex Lora, Founder of 'Mexico's Rolling Stones,' Has Kept a Cutting Edge for 26 Years ENRIQUE LOPETEGUI, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MUSIC REVIEW : Europe Preview at the Bowl Shows Serious Side of Salonen MARTIN BERNHEIMER, TIMES MUSIC CRITIC
JAZZ REVIEW : Wallace Roney's Many Gifts Shine in an Unfocused Set DON HECKMAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Theater Reviews : Angels' 'Neon Tetra' Takes Aim at Icons Philip Brandes
ART REVIEWS : Cultivating Unexpected Vistas of Artificial Landscapes DAVID PAGEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Social Distortion: Rusty But Powerful at the Troubadour LORRAINE ALI
When Choreography and Composition Intersect : Concert: Artists from L.A. Chamber Ballet and the music-writers collective Lo-Cal collaborate for a performance in Little Tokyo this weekend. DANIEL CARIAGA, TIMES MUSIC WRITER
Anger on the Airwaves : Filmmaker Doug McHenry Uses Radio Spot to Accuse MPAA of Racism, Sexism for Changes to Film and Poster CLAUDIA ELLER, TIMES MOVIE EDITOR
Oliver Stone, Live and On-Line : Cyberspace: The director of the upcoming 'Natural Born Killers' answers E-mail questions about his film and the state of the nation. CHRIS WILLMAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Theater Reviews : Burbage Ensemble Illuminates 'Race' SCOTT COLLINS
In Full Swing at 24 : In These Days of Rap and New Age Music, Evan Christopher Finds Inspiration in the Sounds of Yesterday While Looking Ahead in His Presentation BILL KOHLHAASE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Compilation Should Be Our Next Offspring MIKE BOEHM, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jazz Review : Jazz Explosion: Another Blast From Its Past BILL KOHLHAASE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CLUB REVIEW : Sunset Strip's Coconut Teaszer Still Has That Creepy '80s Vibe HEIDI SIEGMUND
Movie Review : 'La Strada' Takes the Spirit to Heart MARK CHALON SMITH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Cuban Folkloric Group at Pasadena
Social Distortion: Rusty But Rock Solid LORRAINE ALI, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
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