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What happened on December 29, 1994
ENTERTAINMENT
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Not-So-Quiet Storm Blasts Into Town : Anita Baker's High-Decibel Show Pushes Aside Subtlety By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
Joshua Faces His Jazz Jericho : Review: Saxman Redman's vacillating performance points up the conflicting demands of art and commerce. By Don Heckman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MOVIES U.S. Premiere Scheduled: Shekhar Kapur's... By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
CLUB REVIEW : At Miceli's in Hollywood, a Refreshing Lack of Attitude By Heidi Siegmund
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Public Enemy: Energetic, but Thrill Is Gone By Heidi Siegmund
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Allman's Too Laid-Back at Coach House By Buddy Seigal
ART REVIEWS : 'Facts and Figures': When Metaphors Replace Objectivity By David Pagel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
TV Ratings : It Was a Merry Christmas for ABC By Greg Braxton
The Year In Review: O.C. rock broke out from behind the Orange Curtain : Punks Hit Pay Dirt; Oldtimers Cleaned Up By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ahmanson Funds Another LACMA Gem: 'Sir Wyndham' By Suzanne Muchnic, TIMES ART WRITER
'Chronicles' of a Play's Move to TV : Wendy Wasserstein's 'Heidi' Becomes a TNT Film Starring Jamie Lee Curtis By Jan Breslauer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
1994: The Year in Review : Who Was Best in 1994? Just Ask Our Critics
Old Enough to Sing the Praises of 'Toons : Animation: 'Fantasia' or Bugs Bunny isn't just for kids. More than a third of those watching the Cartoon Network are over 18. Some are even renowned academicians. By Chris Kaltenbach, THE BALTIMORE SUN
A New Threat to S. Africa's Musicians : Politics: Post-apartheid influx of international stars challenges the local talent, which has developed in isolation. By Judith Matloff, THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
NEWS
The buzz in Redondo is that it's turning over a new leaf. Compiled by DAVE GRIMM
ELECTIONS : Candidates Already Jostling for Spots in 1996 Races : An earlier primary and the opening up of offices by term limits are among reasons for the early interest. By Ted Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A True Haven for Babies Is on Its Way : Child care: Three women are working to develop a local facility that will provide a homelike setting and legal help for infants from troubled families. By David Sweet, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
State Board Charges Funeral Homes With Violations : Probe: Neptune Society allegedly mishandled remains and failed to put consumers' money in trust fund. The organization denies any wrongdoing. By Marisa Osorio Colon, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Redondo Treasurer's Suit Says Officials Libeled Her By James Benning, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
REDONDO BEACH : City Clerk Finds Flaws in Hill Recall Effort By James Benning
REGION : Railroads to Sign Alameda Corridor Pact By Marisa Osorio Colon
Bar None at This New Year's Eve Bash By James Benning, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SAN PEDRO : Caltrans Opens New Park and Ride Lot By Susan Woodward
INGLEWOOD : Anti-Gunfire Campaign Set for New Year's Eve By Eric Slater
MANHATTAN BEACH : Slain Officer Mourned in Candlelight Vigil By James Benning
Christmas Tree Recycling
TORRANCE : Builder Fee Hike Will Aid Schools By Brian Daly
WILMINGTON : Library Seeks Tutors for English Classes
SOUTH BAY / COVER STORY : Keeping an Open Mind : Seniors who aren't ready for the rocking chair are enrolling in a mini-college for retirees who still yearn to learn. By Mary Guthrie, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Mental Workouts May Aid Health
Cities Joining Talks on Power Consortium By Mary Moore
$40-Million Cold Storage Facility Ready for First Delivery By Marisa Osorio Colon
Whale Sightings Keep Center Volunteers Busy By Jeff Kass
Full Plates on New Year's Eve By Michael Krikorian
Sports By Rob Fernas
PASADENA : Suspended Fire Chief Is Reinstated, but He Won't Drop Claim By Kevin Uhrich, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ALTADENA: Builders of the La Vina housing development in...
Track Owners Bet on Success of Theater Complex : Santa Anita: Dwindling race crowds prompt plans to build a family-style entertainment-retail center in the huge parking lot. Some neighbors, however, express concern over the proposed $100-million development. By Richard Winton, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Real Spin Doctor : Entrepreneur: Turntable retailer in Monrovia bucks CD trend. He caters to audiophiles who prefer vinyl records to digital technology. By Denise Hamilton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Court Lifts 'Cloud' Over Gabrielino High School : Law: New school will remain open. Dispute centered on vote in San Gabriel for new district. Alhambra sought right to participate in decision. By Cynthia Walker, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Term Limit Issue Fails to Make Pasadena Ballot
Pomona Card Club Talks Put on Hold
LAW : Police Teach Bartenders to Spot, Stop Drunks By Lisa O'Neill, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MEDICINE : Hospital to Shed Some Beds as It Grows : Facility will de-emphasize inpatient care in favor of outpatient services, whose demand has quadrupled. By Kevin Uhrich, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Stock Watch
ENVIRONMENT : Valley's Bird Population Continues to Decline, Audubon's Count Finds By Cynthia Walker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ALHAMBRA: A year after an innovative dispute-resolution...
Internships Attract Displaced Workers to Teaching Careers : Education: Program allows qualifying candidates with college degrees to teach temporarily. To attain full credentials, the interns take classes at Cal Poly Pomona. By Cynthia Walker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ALTADENA: Members of the sheriff's bomb squad safely... By Lisa O'Neill
Doctor Faces Arraignment on Assault Counts By Vicki Torres, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY / COVER STORY : "He's My Hero, My Friend, He's More Than That" : Bone Marrow From an Unrelated Donor Gives Kim Bubb New Life and Forges a Strong 'Family' Bond With a Man Who Was a Stranger By Renee Tawa, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Unselfish Acts by the Unrelated By Renee Tawa, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Bone Marrow Donation Process By Renee Tawa
Sports By Gary Klein
Down-Home Southern Cooking From Rosie : Some folks call it soul food. But the staples at Rosie's Kitchen are barbecued ribs, fried catfish, peach cobbler and sweet potato pie. By Deborah Sullivan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Last Kwanzaa Event to Be Held Friday
LAUGH LINES : Jokes
Old Look, New Reality The Movie: "Little Women" By Betty Goodwin
Ready to Scare : The Movie: "Ready to Wear (Pret-a-Porter)." By Betty Goodwin
The Straight Facts on Masturbation
Self-Esteem Means Child Has Survived
BOOK REVIEW / NONFICTION : A Vivid, Honest Portrait of Homelessness and Friendship : NATALIE ON THE STREET \o7 by Ann Nietzke\f7 , CALYX Books, $24.95, cloth; $14.95, paper, 168 pages By Clara Sturak, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
River Bombing an 'Arrogant' Action
Think Pieces About Fashion? We Think Not By Debra Gendel, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
RSVP / ORANGE COUNTY : Osmond Underwhelmed by the Overdone By Ann Conway
Leather Jacket Works for Rebels By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Post Office Math \o7 Does\f7 Make Sense--to Them : Why a hike to 32 cents when 35 would have been easier to figure? For starters, there's this law . . . By Kathleen Doheny, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Turning Over a New Leaf : Activism: Victor Crawford once lobbied for the Tobacco Institute. Now he fights against it. What changed his mind? He's dying of throat caActivism: ncer--a result of decades of heavy smoking. By Myron Levin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2001: A Style Odyssey : The millennium approaches, but it seems we'll be dressing for the Information Age, not the Space Age. While our hardware goes high-tech, our clothing goes casual. Sound a little dull? Don't worry. Computers will also give us the ability to design our own garments from the fabric up. By Jeannine Stein, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BY DESIGN : Style: '94 Year in Review : A NEW 'DO OR DIE?
FASHION : Models Put a 'New Face' on HIV : Marketing: A Costa Mesa agency uses people with the virus to shine a more upbeat light on those who are infected--and to sell products. By Susan Howlett, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Pasadena Prepares for Parade By Laurie K. Schenden
Students Hit the Books for More Than an Education : Trends: Many appear to take refuge in the campus routine, especially in troubled economic and social times. By Elizabeth Glazner, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POSITIVE THINKING : In a Division of the Morgan Agency in Costa Mesa, Healthy-Looking Models Put Another Face on HIV and AIDS By Susan Howlett, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Perfect Party Dress Can Be Two Good : Outfits: A sense of humor will help ease the situation for guests in identical ensembles. By Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
OFF THE CUFF : Real Hero Saves His Own Skin
Theological Change
Mexico's Immigrant Laws
Capitalism
Postal Service
Shooting Near the White House
Electronic Privacy
Republicans and Money
$71,500 Campaign Settlement Revealed : Politics: Payment arising from 1991 theft of campaign signs for Hal Bernson's rivals was sealed by court but revealed in report to Ethics Commission. By John Schwada, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Countywide : Holiday Closings
PAPER THIN: The county bond crisis not only means cutbacks... By Shelby Grad and Lesley Wright and Jerry Hicks
RINGS, PLEASE: Charmaine Whalen was one wife too many. The... By Jeff Schnaufer
Washington Insight From The Times Washington Bureau
Chasen's, Venerable Eatery to the Stars, Will Close : Landmarks: Developer says symbol of Old Hollywood will reappear in some form at new shopping center. By Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. Deficit Could Triple to $120 Million by June : Bankruptcy: County projects loss of interest income. Officials indicate harsher cutbacks may be needed. By Mark Platte and Matt Lait and Lee Romney, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Mexico Doubles Key Rate in Bid to Keep Foreign Capital By Chris Kraul, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Simpson Loses a Privilege; Others in Jail Gain One By Ralph Frammolino, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Pilot Admits 'Illegal' Flight, N. Korea Says By Jim Mann, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : A Deck Stacked Against the Young : Teen suicide, pregnancy and violence plague fast-growing Nevada. State's big dreams have gone bust for many children. By Maria L. La Ganga, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woolsey Resigns as CIA Director : Intelligence: Espionage chief was under fire for his handling of the Ames spy case. He lacked strong support in the White House and Congress. By John M. Broder, TIMES STAFF WRITER
L.A. Affirmative Action Bidding Rule Is Upheld By Maura Dolan, TIMES LEGAL AFFAIRS WRITER
Orphanage in Chechen Capital Bombed : Caucasus: Attack heralds beginning of Russian assault on city. Children escape injury. By Carey Goldberg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : County Counsel Sat In on SEC Session By Mark Platte and Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : Fund Debacle Reveals Gaps in Campaign Donation Ban : Regulation: Even supporters say tighter curbs are needed on financial firms' gifts to municipal officials. By Eric Lichtblau, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brulte Woos Democrats With Plan to Share Power : Assembly: GOP leader offers proposal that weakens the Speaker's post. He and ex-Speaker Willie Brown are deadlocked at 40 votes each. By Bill Stall, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Doctor Convicted of 2nd-Degree Murder in 2 Traffic Deaths By Susan Marquez Owen and Anna Cekola, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Defenders of Shakespeare Do Protest Too Much, Study Finds By Amy Wallace, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
2 Killed, 27 Hurt in Pileups on Grapevine : Accidents: Fog near Gorman triggers wrecks on both sides of I-5. Dozens of vehicles are involved in the two crashes. By Mark Sabbatini and Alan Abrahamson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
At Least 30 Die, Dozens Are Injured in Fiery Venezuelan Bus Crash \o7 From Times Wire Services\f7
Rebel Muslim Is Said to OK Truce in Northern Bosnia : Balkans: Top U.N. commander in republic reportedly obtains pledge. Bihac fighting threatened government participation in further peace talks. By Marjorie Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Arafat Says Israeli Settlement Violates Peace Pact : Mideast: The PLO chairman demands that building of homes for settlers on a West Bank hilltop be stopped. By Mary Curtius, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Orange-vested staffers make subway trips rosy : Since New York formed special team, ridership is up, so is efficiency and praise from a grateful and less fearful public. By John J. Goldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mexican Government, Rebels Make Peace Moves : Latin America: Chiapas guerrillas say they will return to bargaining table. In turn, the army will withdraw from key towns. By Mark Fineman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Rules Paula Jones Suit Will Have to Wait By David G. Savage, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Glickman Chosen for Agriculture Dept. : Cabinet: Kansan is nominated to run huge agency under pressure to downsize and reduce farm subsidies. He hints that he'll resist some changes. By Paul Richter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
7.5-Magnitude Quake in Japan Leaves 2 Dead \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Algerian Hijackers' Group Claims It Murdered Priests \o7 Times Wire Services\f7
Woolsey Walks Away After Turning CIA Down Road to Change By Richard A. Serrano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : House to Abolish Historian's Office From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : Computer Art Gives Rabbi Close Shave From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : NEW YORK : Forum's Trustees Agree to Restitution From Times Staff and Wire Reports
King Family Evicts National Park Service : Historic site: Relatives allege deceit by the federal government. The bitter conflict over plans for birthplace, tomb has split the black community. By Eric Harrison and Edith Stanley, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Stung by Criticism, Producer Delays Armor-Piercing Bullet \o7 From Associated Press\f7
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : Montebello Receives Funds in Effort to Avoid Default : Debts: City gets $14 million toward note payment of $25.6 million due Friday. It will try to work out a plan to cover the rest. By Steve Eames, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
O.c. In Bankruptcy
County Fears Revenue Deficit Could Triple to $120 Million : Budget: Officials signal that even more cutbacks than envisioned last week will be needed, They hope to offset losses with cash advances from other government sources. By Lee Romney and Matt Lait and Mark Platte, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
O.C. Doctor Convicted of Murders in '93 Crash : Trial: Collision killed Mission Viejo couple. Laguna Beach physician was under influence of drugs, alcohol. By Susan Marquez Owen and Anna Cekola, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
2 Die, 27 Injured in Pileups on I-5 : Accidents: Dozens of vehicles on both sides of the freeway collide in heavy fog in the Tejon Pass near Gorman. The road is closed for hours. By Mark Sabbatini and Alan Abrahamson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Fog Has Often Draped State's Highways in Death By Geoffrey Mohan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THE YEAR IN PICTURES : Farewells and Fresh Starts
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : Cities Plan Suits Over Frozen Tax Revenue : Recourse: Several have threatened legal action over millions of dollars in property tax funds being withheld by the county. Huntington Beach has set a Jan. 6 deadline. By Martin Miller and Shelby Grad and Lesley Wright, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : Officials Say Citron Resisted Plans for Oversight Committee : Investments: Ex-treasurer thought county panel could not properly represent the varied investors, and the group would slow his work in the fast-paced market. By Dan Weikel, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. IN BANKRUPTCY : REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK : Don't Bet on Citron Being in Las Vegas With Activist Complied by Shelby Grad, with staff and correspondent reports
O.C. IN BANKRUPTCY : Plaintiffs Await Payout of Judgments : Collections: Court awards seized from defendants are being withheld by the county auditor-controller's office. By Julie Marquis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. IN BANKRUPTCY : Officials Plan Career Placement Center : Services: With layoffs imminent, employment materials will be consolidated in County Archives room. Librarian expresses hope there will be little need for it.
Tough New Laws Target Dangerous Drivers By Diane Seo, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2 Killed, 27 Hurt in Pileups on Grapevine : Accidents: Fog near Gorman triggers wrecks on both sides of I-5. Dozens of vehicles are involved in the two crashes. By Alan Abrahamson and Mark Sabbatini, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ICY DESERT OASIS : For 'Aladdin,' Disney Does More Than Skate By With the Suggestion of Sand By Mark Chalon Smith, \o7 Mark Chalon Smith is a free-lance writer who regularly contributes to the Times Orange County Edition. \f7
EVENTS : FIRSTS AND LAUGHS : Kwanzaa, Fullerton Festivals End Year With Beginnings; Others Go for the Jokes By Rick Vanderknyff, \o7 Rick VanderKnyff is a member of the Times Orange County Edition staff. \f7
Jack Logan "Bulk" \o7 Medium Cool\f7 -\o7 Twin/Tone\f7... By Mike Boehm
The following are the top music sales in Orange County for...
Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson "Kidney Stew" (1983) \o7... By Buddy Seigal
No Matter Which Way You Step, You're Bound to End Up on the Floor By Blanqui A. La Bounty, \o7 Blanqui A. La Bounty is a free-lance writer who contributes occasionally to The Times Orange County Edition. \f7
Sierra Club Course Puts Basic Skills to the Test By Rick Vanderknyff, \o7 Rick VanderKnyff is a member of The Times Orange County Edition staff. and \f7
SPOTLIGHT : A TENSION SHOPPER : Is Getting Rid of Stress at the Top of Your To-Do List? Read On, and Relax By Zan Dubin, \o7 Zan Dubin covers the arts for the Times Orange County Edition. \f7
SPOTLIGHT : TRIED & TRUE : One Woman's Mud Is Another's Muck By Zan Dubin, \o7 Zan Dubin is a staff writer for the Times Orange County Edition. This column is one in an occasional series of first-person accounts of leisure activities in and around Orange County. \f7
'Duel at Diablo' Strays From Herd of Westerns By Mark Chalon Smith, \o7 Mark Chalon Smith is a free-lance writer who regularly covers film for the Times Orange County Edition. \f7
KIDS ON FILM : Money Can't Buy Happiness, but 'Richie' Can Afford Laughs By Lynn Smith, \o7 Lynn Smith is a staff writer for the Times' Life & Style section. \f7
The Fans' Choices
It's Auld Lang Dine, as Eateries Offer Ways to Welcome the New Year By Benjamin Epstein, \o7 Benjamin Epstein is a free-lance writer who regularly contributes to the Times Orange County. Information for this column can be faxed to (714) 966-7790. Or phone (714) 966-7700. \f7
RESTAURANTS : Ruby Is Genuine Korean-Chinese By Max Jacobson, \o7 Max Jacobson is a free-lance writer who reviews restaurants weekly for the Times Orange County Edition. \f7
In Reality, 1994 Was Out of This World By Jim Washburn, \o7 Jim Washburn is a free-lance writer who contributes regularly to the Times Orange County Edition. T. Jefferson Parker's column resumes in this spot next week. and \f7
Waffles and Wings in a Winter Wonderland By Benjamin Epstein, \o7 Benjamin Epstein is a free-lance writer who contributes frequently to the Times Orange County Edition. \f7
Immigrants at Home With Imported Sport By Wendy Miller, Wendy Miller is editor of Ventura County Life
1994's Musical High Notes : It was marked by presentations at the new Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, fine symphonic concerts and lots of good jazz. By Josef Woodard, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Cannon Still Gets Bang Out of Singing : He'll reprise some of his chart-topping hits from late '50s and early '60s at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza on New Year's Eve. By Bill Locey, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Club Sticks With a Tradition for New Year's : Jimmy Dale and Desperados will play at Ban-Dar in Ventura, where they've been delighting fans for 16 years. By Robyn Loewenthal, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Learning All About Writing Is Kids' Stuff at These Seminars : Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators will hold three sessions for those who want to write for youngsters. By Frances Halpern, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Rally 'Round the Ball : Soccer clubs serve as expatriate communities for many Latinos, offering camaraderie and connections to the present, as well as the past. By Pancho Doll, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ROCK TALK : Local Bands Leave Their Mark on 1994 : Groups from Simi Valley to Santa Barbara have plenty of recordings in area stores well worth adding to your music collection. By Bill Locey, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VIDEO REWIND : Early Fellini Movie Takes a Close Look at Reckless Youth : The gently sarcastic 'I Vitelloni,' made in 1953, explores the lives of five young men who seem stuck in perpetual adolescence. By Mark Chalon Smith
Flying Fish Meet Sailing Ships at Maritime Display By Leonard Reed, Leonard Reed is a Times staff writer
Insurance Firms May Join Pollution Fight : The industry fears potential catastrophes, such as floods, brought on by smog-induced changes in the climate. By Richard Kahlenberg, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
JAUNTS : 11 Sails and 4,200 Feet of Canvas: Tall Order for 1790s-Style Vessel : The replica Hawaiian Chieftain, docking Friday at Ventura Harbor, will offer tours and cruises through Jan. 8. By Jane Hulse, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SHOPTALK : Men Who Dislike Shopping Find a Home at These Stores : Trader Joe's wide selection of foreign and domestic beers, along with 'guy'-style gourmet foods, prove a strong lure. By Julie Sawyer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
FOR THE KIDS : Lest Young Acquaintances Be Forgot, It's Also Party Time : Oxnard and Thousand Oaks schedule special New Year's Eve events geared to the teen-age and preteen set. By Jane Hulse, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
FASHION : Climate May Be Right for a Revival of Hemp : Ecological concerns are making the tough old weed more attractive. Designers are using blends to create unique clothing. By Kathleen Williams, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GOINGS ON : Santa Barbara Symphony Will Greet '95 With a Pops Concert : The New Year's Eve event at the Arlington Theater will offer music ranging from the Beatles to Bizet to P.D.Q. Bach. By Leo Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Couple Cooks Classy Cuisine in Montecito : Top-notch dining lures lots of patrons to the white-linen cafe, which means that getting a table can take some time. By David Goldman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Indescribable. That's the word for the decor of Two West... By Leo Smith
The exclusive Ventura County music charts are compiled for...
Spectacular Sunsets Add Even More Holiday Color
State Is Closely Monitoring Finances at Santa Monica College By Carol Chastang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LALA Land : Angelenos Will Get a Chance to Sample a Slice of Louisiana at Cultural Festival By Erin J. Aubry, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
State Assails Beverly Hills on Housing : Government: The city is accused of failing to produce a plan to provide low-income dwellings. But its leaders insist that progress has been made even if strict compliance is lacking. By Mary Moore, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
HANGOUTS : The Kosher, Bohemian Way to Schmooze By Connie Benesch, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BRIEFLY : Safety: Free Rides Offered to Revelers
BRIEFLY : Volunteers: Boys Seek Big Brothers
BRIEFLY : Arts: Performers Advance to Finals
WESTSIDE / COVER STORY : UP AGAINST THE WALL : Renters' Group Revolutionized Santa Monica Politics in the '70s, But Now It Must Fight for Power By Nancy Hill-holtzman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ring in '95 With Wild Knight on the Sand By Christina V. Godbey
Prejudice: Role of Human Relations Programs
Zoning: Defeat of Barrington Plaza Project
Sports By Sean Waters
BUSINESS
Couple Wonder Where Cash Flows : Finance: Despite a dual salary of $90,000, O.C. pair say they live paycheck to paycheck. Advisers show them how to put money to better use. By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Watching the Peso, Waiting for Bargains : Crisis: Doubling of key short-term rate seen as strong signal that government is serious about retaining foreign capital. By Chris Kraul, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ignorance Is Bliss in the High-Tech Marketplace By 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
First-Ever Deal to Build Apple Mac 'Clones' Announced : Computers: Venture by start-up Power Computing is backed by Olivetti of Italy. Macintosh fans hail news. By Martha Groves, TIMES STAFF WRITER
IRS Delivering Its Own New Year's Greetings : Taxes: In one of several key procedural changes, agency will start cross-checking all Social Security numbers to battle tax fraud. By Kathy M. Kristof
No More Butts About It : Statewide No-Smoking Law Comes In With New Year By Don Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Plunging Peso Yet to Trigger Tourism Boom : Currency: U.S. bargain hunters are disappointed to find prices of travel packages to Mexico haven't dropped much. By Jesus Sanchez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Technology & Telecommunications From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Technology & Telecommunications From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Technology & Telecommunications From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Securities From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Stockbroker Charged With Fraud by SEC : Securities: Investigation focuses on dealers who allegedly duped municipal investors into high-risk derivatives. By Stuart Silverstein, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Companies Edge Out Japan in Vehicle Production From Reuters
Justice's Antitrust Division Probes Paper Product Sales : Commerce: Federal investigators demand documents on pricing and distribution practices from 1990 to 1994. From Bloomberg Business News
Upjohn Stops Drug Trials After Deaths : Pharmaceuticals: Freedox is considered crucial to the firm's future. The higher mortality rate is unexplained. From Associated Press
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Health From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Energy & Environment From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Technology & Telecommunications From Times Staff and Wire Reports
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Profit Taking Clips Stocks as Dollar Falls and Yields Rise From Times Staff and Wire Services
AT&T Seeks Rate Hikes on Card, Operator Calls : Telecom: Request comes amid push by regional phone companies to provide long-distance service. From Associated Press
Know Your Options in Figuring Mutual Fund Gains and Losses By Albert B. Crenshaw, WASHINGTON POST
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Profit Taking Clips Ascent of Blue Chips; Dow Falls 22.2 From Times Wire Services
International Business From Times Staff and Wire Reports
International Business
Executive Travel : Business Travel Notes \o7 Times Wire Services\f7
International Business : Despite Clouds, Canada Heads for Another Bright Economic Year : Output: Analysts predict the country will lead in growth among Group of Seven nations. From Reuters
International Business From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Executive Travel : Sleepless in Seattle? N.Y.? Hilton Dreams Up Solutions From Reuters
Executive Travel : Airlines and Travelers Anxiously Await High Court's Decision on Mileage Rules By Carol Smith, CAROL SMITH \o7 is a free-lance writer based in Pasadena\f7
International Business From Times Staff and Wire Reports
'Rush' Store Blames Loss of Lease on His Detractors From Associated Press
Mergers Proved to Be One of 1994's Leading Growth Industries From Reuters
Schaefer Takes on New Job at Western Financial Savings
Moscow Aircraft Group Spreading Its Wings : Russia: The maker of MiG fighters is diversifying its output to include sporting planes and consumer goods such as washing machines. From Reuters
FOOD
You Are What You Order By Charles Perry
New Year's : Clean 'n' Sober With a Twist By Michelle Huneven
New Year's : The Mixological Frontier
New Year's : Save the Canape By James Hall, \f7 and \o7 Hall is a recent graduate of the California Culinary Academy, and worked in The Times Test Kitchen as an intern.
New Year's : Deck the Stew With Cranberries By Abby Mandel
New Year's : Start the Year With Blackeyes By Sylvia Thompson
New Year's : MARKETS : Have a Mochi New Year By Linda Burum
Award-Winning Lemon Torte Recipe By Rose Dosti
What Makes a Winemaker By Dan Berger, TIMES WINE WRITER
New Year's : Steaking Out the Year By Bev Bennett
New Year's : The Party After the Night Before By Mary Carroll
Duck! By Jonathan Gold
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Here they are, the winners of the 1994 Only in L.A. Signs... By Steve Harvey
Tabloid Trash Has Potential as Cultural Asset By Scott Harris
Opportunity Amid Fiscal Crisis
Pain in South-Central's Heart: Languishing in Riot Recovery : Little rebuilding has occurred in the most devastated areas
Coping With the Great Flood
PERSPECTIVE ON MEXICO : Miracle Workers' Comeuppance : The peso was overdue for adjustment, but the Zedillo technocrats' overconfidence turned a nudge into a free fall. By Manuel Pastor Jr., \o7 Manuel Pastor Jr. is an associate professor of economics and director of the International and Public Affairs Center at Occidental College. \f7
Close the Final Chapter : Vietnam War: The families of our MIAs have to accept the sad truth that their loved ones are never coming home. By Mark A. Wilson, \o7 Mark A. Wilson is a history teacher and writer living in Berkeley. \f7
Ignoring the Poor Cat's Meow : Enough with giving handouts to every Fido and Fluffy who sticks out a paw. By Neal Richman, \o7 Neal Richman lives with his family in West Los Angeles. Over the past 40 years, he has cared for one dog, one bird, two cats, a litter of kittens and tropical fish too numerous to count. \f7
Obituary : Victor Goodhill; Ear Surgeon, Medical Writer By Burt A. Folkart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries
Hospital Chaplains Doctor to the Spirits of Patients, Families By Greg Rippee, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Bank Heists in County Drop 50% in 1994, FBI Reports : Crime: The year's 24 robberies mark the lowest number since comparison of such statistics began in 1986. Fewer local residents are believed involved. By Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Firm Hopes : Camarillo: Opening of retail and entertainment businesses may better balance the city's makeup in the coming year. By J. E. Mitchell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
County Population Rises a Moderate 1.4% for Fiscal Year By Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CAMARILLO : Postponed Aerial Spraying to Resume By Jeff Mcdonald
VENTURA : Robbers Take Cash From Clothing Store By Jeff Mcdonald
OXNARD : Library Computer to Receive Upgrade By Miguel Bustillo
VENTURA : Professionals Sought for Career Program By Maia Davis
SIMI VALLEY : Man Arrested After Bomb Found in Van By Jeff Mcdonald
County to Pick Up Christmas Trees for Recycling By Christina Lima
Law Aimed at Curbing Drunk Drivers By Christina Lima
Professional Singer to Head Symphony By Paul Elias
9 Are Arrested in Welfare Fraud Cases By Jeff Mcdonald
Orrock Is New Head of County Fair Board By Paul Elias
SIMI VALLEY : Suit Accuses Police of Beating Man By Dwayne Bray
SIMI VALLEY, MOORPARK : Quake Blamed for Slower Home Sales By Matthew Mosk
Year of Decisions Is Awaited in Simi : Government: City officials are optimistic about a healthy 1995. In coming months, they hope to decide the fates of several key projects. By Sara Catania, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Figure Skaters Jump Through Hoops to Pursue an Icy Passion By Alan Abrahamson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries : Tony J. Hernandez; Former Santa Paula Planner
Obituaries
Law Will Let Officials Seize Cars of Unlicensed Drivers : Safety: A vehicle can be impounded the first time a person is caught, and sold after the second time. By Lisa Respers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Seeking Sanctuary : Mother, Church at Odds Over Expulsion of Learning-Disabled Boy From Choir By Carla Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Mayor Invites Public to Drop by His Office By Debra Cano
Colleges
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Literacy Tutors Sought to Work With Adults
ENCINO : Ex-Businessman Sentenced in Franchise Fraud
DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES : Disney Family Criticizes County Stand on Music Hall
LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Sheriff's Department Logs 218 Gang Killings in 1994
LOS ANGELES COUNTY : Caltrans to Begin Seismic Upgrades on 130 Bridges
GARDENA : 2 Teen-Agers Arrested in Attacks on 2 Girls
INGLEWOOD : 3rd Fatal Crash in 2 Days in Same Area Being Probed
Orange County Almanac
FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Council Seeks People for Municipal Panels
Countywide : Christmas Tree Collections
2 Suspected Thieves Arrested in Motel Room Packed With Loot By Ron Russell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Miracle at a Time : Girl's Gradual Recovery From Crash Injuries Gives Family Hope By Mark Sabbatini, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Block Defends 2 Deputies in Fatal Shooting : Law enforcement: Sheriff says officers were justified in firing at crutch-wielding man who yelled, 'Kill me or I'll kill you!' By Kenneth Reich and Julie Tamaki, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
TUSTIN : District to Offer Parenting Course By Bert Eljera
SOUTH COUNTY : '55 Alive' Programs Offered Older Drivers By Frank Messina
Jail Meal Privileges Broadened : Legal: Simpson's case prompts longer hot food service for other inmates. But football star's liberal visitation hours are trimmed back. By Ralph Frammolino, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Year in Review: Revisiting the notable Valley events of 1994. : A Name for Itself : Efforts to Give Lake Los Angeles a New Moniker Dry Up--for Now By Phil Sneiderman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man on Probation Arrested in Shooting Death of Wife : Crime: Suspect had been arrested for battery in 1993 domestic dispute with 40-year-old victim, authorities say.
Block Defends Deputies in Death of Man With Crutch : Montrose: Mother of 30-year-old says 'whitewash' does not surprise her. She says that although he suffered from depression, he was never violent. By Julie Tamaki and Kenneth Reich, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Businessman Sentenced to Prison in Franchise Scam : Court: In addition to 4 1/2-year term, Don David Wilson is told to pay $10,000 in restitution, a fraction of the $3.5 million he was accused of taking from his victims. By Leslie Berger, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Faces Second Murder Charge : Homicide: Authorities link ex-songwriter to shooting death of a young woman whose body was found near Castaic. By Chip Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Arrested in Arizona Faces Bigamy Charges : Matrimony: Police say the ex-model was married to four women, including one in Palmdale. By Jeff Schnaufer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Suspect in 1992 Van Nuys Slaying Is Arrested in Mexico
MANHATTAN BEACH : Slain Officer Mourned in Candlelight Vigil
Shootings Shake Up Tough Neighborhood : Crime: Residents say they're used to the sound of gunshots. But two holiday attacks, one fatal, have some drawing the line. By Yvette Cabrera, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Second Parenthood : More Grandparents Face the Responsibility of Having to Raise Their Children's Children By Susan Paterno, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Merger Plans Leave Staff of Clinic Stunned : Health care: Laguna Beach facility's employees wanted to be linked with UCI Medical Center. Instead, proposal is for it to be joined with San Juan Capistrano operation. By Leslie Berkman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Giving Him the Boot : When It Comes to Repairs, Clients Know He Doesn't Horse Around By Danielle A. Fouquette, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
IRVINE : Court to Take Up 'Castle' Issue Again By Russ Loar
LOS ALAMITOS : Owner Fights Panel's Order to Repave City-Owned Alley By Lesley Wright
LA HABRA : Art Workshops Keep Hands, Imaginations Busy By Tina Nguyen
FULLERTON : Police to Continue Three-Day Workweek By Mimi Ko
LA HABRA : Businesses Protest Street Closure for Fair By Mimi Ko
NEWPORT BEACH : Winners of Holiday Boat Parade Named By Holly J. Wagner
LAGUNA BEACH : Rock Hit Truck Near Protest Site, Man Says By Leslie Earnest
Countywide : Man Pleads Guilty to Child Molestation By Nancy Hsu
Countywide : March of Dimes Fund-Raiser Set By Holly J. Wagner
Countywide : 2 UCLA Students From O.C. Win Scholarships By Alicia Di Rado
Sex Bias Claim Filed by Former Worker at Five Feet
Man Pleads Guilty in Friend's Shooting Death By Tina Nguyen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPORTS
UCLA's Zidek Sinks Hooks Into Wolfpack : Bruins: Center impresses his dad in final effort before conference games start, 88-80. By Tim Kawakami, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NBA ROUNDUP : Jazz Beats Pacers for 8th in Row From Associated Press
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL : Hilbert Is UCLA Star in Victory By Wendy Witherspoon
Don't Blink or You'll Miss '94 Highlights By Tim Kawakami
Women's Basketball
Notes on a Scorecard By Allan Malamud
Owners Will Call Umpires Out After Weekend From Staff and Wire Reports
Trojans Press Right Button to Win, 91-83 By Lonnie White, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cold-Shooting Waves Lose, 77-62 Associated Press
Loyola Is Flat, Loses to Gauchos By Jerry Crowe, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Northridge Fouls Out in New Mexico By Mike Hiserman
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : It's No Surprise When Hoosiers Trounce Colonels From Associated Press
BOYS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Billingsley Has Right to Enjoy Upset Victory By Michael Itagaki
GIRLS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Mater Dei's Pressure Gets to Newport Harbor By Martin Henderson
Girls' Basketball Roundup
Boys' Basketball Roundup By Dave Mckibben
Boys' Basketball Roundup
GIRLS' SOCCER ROUNDUP : Miller Sisters Help Put Fountain Valley in Final By Martin Beck
BOYS' SOCCER ROUNDUP : Hulgreen's Goal Puts Mater Dei in Marina Title Game
Girls' Soccer Roundup
Cypress' Works Scores Record 45 Points
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Second-Half Rally Lifts SCC to Victory Over Graceland
BOYS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Crescenta Valley Improves Its Record to 12-0
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Ventura Topples Cerritos
BOYS' BASKETBALL / HART TOURNAMENT : Canyon Floats Past Undermanned Venice By Mike Bresnahan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GIRLS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : North Hollywood Advances to Bell-Jeff Final
Cal Lutheran Wins a Confidence-Builder By John Ortega, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CSUN Women Suffer 9th Straight Loss
BOYS' BASKETBALL / CHAMINADE TOURNAMENT : Defense Spurs Chaminade to Easy 70-39 Victory By Steve Galluzzo, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Packers' Sharpe Out of Playoffs : Pro football: Receiver has neck injury that will require surgery. His career is threatened. From Associated Press
New Sultans of Swap Are Padres, Astros : Baseball: Father and son executives in middle of 12-player deal. By Thomas Bonk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NFL PLAYOFFS : 'January' Madness Begins a Bit Early By Bill Plaschke, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Will They Go Against Law? : Michigan Cornerback Has Been on Losing End of Some Big Plays By Elliott Almond, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Stop Sapp? Call ASAP : If Anyone Has a Clue About How to Contain Miami's Tackle, Nebraska's Coaches Would Probably Like to Hear it By Gene Wojciechowski, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Owners Will Call Umpires Out After Weekend From Staff and Wire Reports
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : Tops on Offense and Defense? It's Sanders Associated Press
CSUN Fouls Up in New Mexico : College basketball: Lobos get 36 more free throws than Matadors in 86-73 victory. By Mike Hiserman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
INDEPENDENCE BOWL : Neither Weather Nor TCU Can Stop Victorious Virginia From Associated Press
Not-So-Tight End Gets Ducks Loose : Rose Bowl: Oregon's Josh Wilcox isn't really daffy--it's just his style of trying to have some fun. By Thomas Bonk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE BOWLS DAILY REPORT : SUGAR FLORIDA vs. FLORIDA STATE, Monday : Bonuses Not All They Appear to Be By Jim Hodges
THE BOWLS DAILY REPORT : CITRUS / ALABAMA vs. OHIO STATE, Monday : When NFL Calls, Buckeyes Answer By John Cherwa
THE BOWLS DAILY REPORT : COPPER / OKLAHOMA vs. BRIGHAM YOUNG, Tonight : New/Old Quarterbacks in the Spotlight Associated Press
ROSE BOWL / OREGON vs. PENN STATE, Monday : Oregon's Top Receiver Listed as Questionable By Randy Harvey
THE BOWLS DAILY REPORT : COTTON / USC VS. TEXAS TECH, Monday : Riley on His Way to Vanderbilt? By Earl Gustkey
A Coach Who Leads Them Laughing : Cotton Bowl: If good humor won games, Spike Dykes' Texas Tech would be favored over USC. By Allan Malamud, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ROSE BOWL / OREGON vs. PENN STATE, Monday By Shav Glick
THE BOWLS DAILY REPORT : ORANGE / NEBRASKA vs. MIAMI, Sunday : Osborne Quarterback Decision Today By Gene Wojciechowski
THE BOWLS DAILY REPORT : HOLIDAY / MICHIGAN vs. COLORADO STATE, Friday : Wheatley No Better and No Worse By Elliott Almond
TV Ratings Give Freedom Officials a Lift : College football: Numbers come as relief to bowl organizers, who were disappointed with attendance for the Utah-Arizona game. By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Reseda Center Floyd Dismissed by Coach
Sailer: MVP With Footnote : High school football: With his selection as Division III co-player of year, Notre Dame kicker gives convention the boot. By Paige A. Leech, TIMES STAFF WRITER
At a Crossroads : Eleazar Hernandez Must Choose Between College or a Return Home By Steve Henson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOS ALAMITOS : Plano Not Sulky About Returning By Stacy Pigott, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
HORSE RACING / BOB MIESZERSKI : Looming Strike Spoils Stevens' Upset Victory By Bob Mieszerski
Osborne's Torture Is the Real McCoy By Dana Haddad
THE COLLEGES / MIKE HISERMAN : Cal State Ventura's Hoop Grunions Should Survive Swimmingly By Mike Hiserman
Times All-area Volleyball Team / Player Of The Year
Times All-area Tennis Team / Player Of The Year
A Little Bit of History
COLLEGE DIVISION NOTEBOOK / MARTIN BECK : SCC's Cooper Working to Overcome Setbacks By Martin Beck
Pomona's Ross Almost All the Way Back By Jason Reid
A Little Bit of History
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