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What happened on January 07, 1994
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Pop/rock By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
MOVIE REVIEW : 'China II': History in a Martial Arts Fantasy By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : 'The Air Up There' Is Pretty Thin By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
THEATER REVIEW : 'Humiliating Stories' Told Humorously By Jan Breslauer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Cabin Boy' Gets Stranded on Comedic Shoals By Chris Willman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Vandross Charms Fans With Finesse By Connie Johnson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
TV REVIEW : 'Reports' Looks at Players in TV-Trial Jungle By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
JAZZ REVIEWS : Eric Reed's Compelling Pianism By Leonard Feather
JAZZ REVIEWS : Horace Silver Makes Healthy Comeback By Leonard Feather
Pop Album Chart : Snoop Is Topp Dogg Again By Dennis Hunt
Al Green's Compelling 'Right Stuff' By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Simple Fare the Best Bet at the BB&G By Michelle Huneven, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
National Video Rentals : 'Cliffhanger' Hangs On to the Top By Dennis Hunt and Source: Billboard Publications Inc.
MUSIC REVIEW : Universal Language of 'Planets' Enhances Pictures By Chris Pasles, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TV/VCR Combos Hit With Public, Retailers By Dennis Hunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. THEATER / JAN HERMAN : Expect a Cast of Eclectic Characters in Spotlight By Jan Herman
THE 36TH GRAMMY NOMINATIONS : Grammy Nods: The Populists Lead the Way : Awards: Sting, who already has 10 Grammys, earns six nominations. The competition includes Whitney Houston, Billy Joel and R.E.M. By Steve Hochman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THE 36TH GRAMMY NOMINATIONS : Grammy Nods: The Populists Lead the Way : Commentary: To isolate the recordings among the nominations that defined pop or rock during 1993, one has to turn to secondary categories. By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
Streisand Joins Houston, LuPone on Benefit Bill : Fund-raiser: Commitment to Life--the entertainment industry's biggest event to combat AIDS--will be at Universal Amphitheatre Jan. 27. By David J. Fox, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Cyborg' Review
Michael Jackson Shares Whitney Houston's Spotlight : Honors: Houston wins five NAACP Image Awards, but Jackson gets cheers in a show marked by controversy. By Marisa Leonardi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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Tools for Success : Claw Hammer Ignores Rules of Rock, but the Foundation Is Built for a Major-Label Act By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CHILDREN'S THEATER / CORINNE FLOCKEN : Grab Slate of Family Programs by the Tale By Corinne Flocken, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
NEWS
TRIBUTE : Swifty Lazar: Evolved Heart, Evolved Style : \o7 The following is a testimonial by author Larry McMurtry, author of "Lonesome Dove" and "Terms of Endearment," to Irving (Swifty) Lazar, who was the writer's agent "for many years." A shorter version of this text was delivered on Thursday by McMurtry at a memorial service for Lazar, who died on Dec. 30 at age 86. \f7 By Larry Mcmurtry
Late President's Mother Takes In-N-Out Reins : Fast food: Co-founder Esther Snyder keeps control of privately held company in family hands after son's death in plane crash. His brother is named chairman and his widow joins the board. Move to Irvine not affected. By Greg Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Opinion Poll on Animal Rights
Warren Commission
Officer Martin Ganz
Trial Lawyers and Tort Reform
School Boards
Clinton
Gun Control Allies Rally Around Roberti : Politics: Sarah Brady says her group will support the state senator who is targeted for recall by pro-gun activists. Defeat of their campaign could give impetus nationally to lawmakers considering stricter regulations. By John Schwada, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RIGHT SOUND: When director Oliver Stone made "Heaven and... By Dave Lesher and Jerry Hicks and Mark I. Pinsky
\o7 Snapshots of life in the Golden State.\f7 : It's a Fine Line Between the Political Parties' Lines By Patt Morrison
Arturo Bermudez; Offered Entertainment at Flower Shops
Abner J. Greshler; Agent Who Paired Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis
Arthur Dreifuss, 85; Producer, Director for Movies, Television
Charles Schott; W W II Flier, Aviation Executive
Ronald Muchnick; Talent Manager for Celebrities
Dr. Michael P. Rosenberg; Investigated AIDS Epidemic
SPEED KILLS: Two UC Riverside students died Thursday when...
THEY'RE BITING: More than 20,000 pounds of rainbow... By Gary Gorman
Mexican Army Seals Off Highways During Search for Rebel Indians : Unrest: Action concerns human rights groups. In wake of violence, government sends supplies to the Chiapas region. From Associated Press
Wilson to Call for College Fee Hikes : Education: His plan, to be unveiled today, maintains funding level for public schools. Budget is tenuously based on federal reimbursements for immigration costs. By Ralph Frammolino and Daniel M. Weintraub, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Controversial Federal Judge Steps Down From L.A. Post : Courts: Age required Manuel Real to leave position. He is praised as decisive, but some questioned his volatility. By Henry Weinstein, TIMES LEGAL AFFAIRS WRITER
Proposal Would Strip FAA of Air Traffic Control By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Decade of Growth Leaves Glitter Gulch Gridlocked : Development: Las Vegas is booming. But it's choking on newcomers seeking a haven from congestion, smog. By Maria L. La Ganga, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Top U.S. Skater Attacked, May Be Out of Trials By Randy Harvey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Virginia Kelley, Clinton's Mother, Dies at Age 70 By David Lauter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Aides See Risk in Shielding Land Deal Files By John M. Broder, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Gore Warns of Nationalism in Ex-Soviet Bloc By Paul Richter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : Asia's Pearl Is Losing Its Luster : Capitalism has done to Hanoi what decades of warfare, even B-52 bombers, failed to do: threaten the architectural charm of a city treasured as a venerable, if mildewed, museum piece. By Charles P. Wallace, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Zhirinovsky Calls Clinton a 'Coward' By Sonni Efron, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rehab Program Plants Organic Seeds of Hope : Therapy: Ventura branch of Victory Outreach helps recovering addicts and criminals weed out their lives through a regimen of prayer and farming. By Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Critics Dissect Wilson Anti-Crime Plan : Justice: Legal experts say harsh sentencing as urged by the governor could backfire and increase leniency in courts. Judges would lack flexibility and jurors might balk at severe penalties, they contend. By Maura Dolan, TIMES LEGAL AFFAIRS WRITER
Key Assembly Panel Votes to Put '3 Strikes' on June Ballot By Dan Morain, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sailors' 1944 Courts-Martial Upheld : Military: Navy had been asked to void rulings on racial grounds. The 258 men disciplined for refusing to load ammunition after an explosion were black. By Art Pine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woman Shot During Gunfire Scene in 'Schindler'; Man Held From a Times Staff Writer
EASTERN EUROPE : Ethnic Tension Poses Threat to Hungarians By Carol J. Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LATIN AMERICA : Peru's Cantuta Case Defines Nation's Judicial Front Line : Members of the army have been accused in the deaths of 10. The high court must choose either civilian or military hearings. By Adriana Von Hagen, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
U.N. Chief to Seek Longer Somalia Mission : Africa: Boutros-Ghali believes he will have up to 20,000 troops after U.S. withdraws, sources say. By Stanley Meisler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Japanese Emperor to Visit U.S. in June Washington Post
No Amnesty for Perpetrators of Balkans Atrocities, U.S. Says : Warfare: Envoy comments after visiting a mass grave. She vows continued support for war crimes tribunal. By Carol J. Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
120 Brush Fires Out of Control in Southeast Australia Associated Press
Ex-Envoy to Yugoslavia Leaving State Dept. By Norman Kempster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Israel, PLO to Resume Peace Plan Discussions : Mideast: Charges that Palestinians reneged on agreement are dropped. But bitter feelings remain. By Michael Parks and Kim Murphy, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Mexican President Will Consider Pardon for Some Indian Guerrillas : Unrest: Salinas makes first mention of amnesty in a televised address. Army appears to have launched a new offensive. By Juanita Darling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Soldiers in Vietnam Search for MIAs Associated Press
Fugitive Pleads Guilty to '69 Riot Charge From Associated Press
States' Role in Abortion Aid Reaffirmed : Health: Administration stands by its directive that spells out funding mechanism for poor women in cases of rape, incest. Issue stirs protests. By Karen Tumulty, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Shortage in Private Pension Plans Growing, Study Finds : Retirement: Gap between assets, liabilities hit $53 billion in '92, nearly 40% higher than '91. Officials say problem should be dealt with now. By Mark Bousian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Elders Asks Smokers to Act to Protect Their Children By Marlene Cimons, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Glenn Urges Probe for Toxic Experiments : Health: Senator says U.S. should disclose if any patients were unwittingly exposed to any hazardous substance in tests like those for radiation. By Michael Ross, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ATF 'Beaten Down' on Gun Control, Official Says : Law enforcement: Aide to Treasury secretary describes veteran bureau employees as reluctant to curb spread of weapons. Lawsuits are feared. By Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Shortage Spurs Emergency Appeal for Donated Blood From Associated Press
Moderates Pressure Clinton on Welfare : Legislation: Centrist Democrats in both houses of Congress may introduce their own reform bills. White House gives priority to health care issue. By Ronald Brownstein, TIMES STAFF WRITER
California IN BRIEF : SACRAMENTO : Panel Urges Lawmaker Vote on Initiatives From Times Staff and Wire Reports
California IN BRIEF : SAN DIEGO : Two Marines Discharged for Posing Nude From Times Staff and Wire Reports
California IN BRIEF : SACRAMENTO : Citizenship to Be Required for Job Services From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Trade Center Reopens After Bomb Scare Reuters
Brothers Win $104,000 in Suit Against Huntington Beach Police By Davan Maharaj, TIMES STAFF WRITER
State Gun Sales Set Record, Lungren Says By Carl Ingram, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brothers Win $105,000 in O.C. Police Suit By Davan Maharaj, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rams Make First Move--Next One Uncertain : Pro sports: Team says it will leave Anaheim Stadium in 1995, but that just signals the start of the big game. By Tammerlin Drummond and T.J. Simers, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Police Chiefs Rally Behind O.C. Sheriff in Shooting : Inquiry: A coalition of black groups, however, seeks more details about the death of a deputy during training. By Dan Weikel and Eric Lichtblau, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Brady Forces Give National Scope to Roberti Recall Battle By John Schwada, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Anaheim Says Lease 'Intact' Until It Gets Formal Notice, $2 Million \o7 Anaheim City Manager James D. Ruth released the following statement Thursday after receiving a "future termination of lease" notice from Rams Executive Vice President John Shaw: and \f7
NHL ROUNDUP : Broten Brothers Batter Flyers From Associated Press
A Gift for Gore : At 15, makeup artist Josh Brezner has credits in more than 30 mostly scary productions. By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; John Morell is a regular contributor to The Times
Right From Wrong : For Colin Martin, the pain of AIDS misdiagnosis was starting point for new show, "Virgins and Other Myths." By Janice Arkatov, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Janice Arkatov writes about theater for The Times
THEATER REVIEW : Far From a Dream : Messy plot makes 'a little Meditation'--a musical promoting higher consciousness--confusing. By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Robert Koehler writes regularly about art for The Times
Questioning the Rules : 'Jane's Journal' is a play about a woman's right to make her own choices in a changing world. By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; T.H. McCulloh writes regularly about theater for The Times
Friends of Jazz : Through association with the Count Basie orchestra, drummer Gregg Field met singer Dennis Rowland. Now the two perform together with a group they formed. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Zan Stewart covers jazz regularly for The Times
A Room of Their Own : Eagles Coffee Pub has furnished the annex next store with armchairs and a stage to accommodate weekly readings, including poems, short stories, monologues and improvisation. By Susan Heeger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Susan Heeger writes regularly about readings for The Times
Through and Through : The clear, sheer beauty of glass as art is on display in works at the Finegood gallery in Woodland Hills. By Nancy Kapitanoff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly about art for The Times
The Valleys' Supporting Roles : Hollywood keeps coming back to this area to find a wide variety of settings for movie and television production. By Jeff Prugh, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Folk for the Future : Fred Starner is dedicated to promoting the lasting value of this 'living tradition' through a series of concerts. By Steve Appleford, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Steve Appleford writes regularly about music for The Times
The exclusive Valley music charts are compiled for The...
A Chance to Learn Hat Tricks : You can create your own at this store, or buy millinery supplies at near wholesale prices. By Geri Cook
Down-to-Earth Kids : Students get enthused about preserving the environment as members of an organization begun by a terminally ill child. By Barbara Bronson Gray, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Barbara Bronson Gray is a regular contributor to The Times
Alluring Sleeping Beauties : Now is the cheapest time to buy bare-root plants, which are sold in a dormant state and without the benefit of soil or pot. By Susan Heeger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Susan Heeger writes regularly about gardening for The Times
Getting Rid of the Fat : Encino-Tarzana Medical Center's Weight Treatment Program downplays dieting, stresses making the right decisions based on education. By Maryann Hammers, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Maryann Hammers writes regularly about health for The Times
Sleuthing for Ancestors : A genealogy rookie scores a 'find' on first try at researching census reports at West L.A.'s Mormon Temple. By James E. Fowler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Taking Class Action : From romance to rocks, there are lots of courses for improving yourself in '94. By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; John Morell is a frequent contributor to The Times
All-Year Holiday Shopping : Many find they can maximize purchasing power and minimize hassles by starting the gift search now. By Barbara Bronson Gray, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Barbara Bronson Gray writes regularly for The Times
Treasures Behind a Facade : A museum of Native American culture near Lancaster is a relic of America's ethnocentric past but also has many intriguing artifacts. By R. Daniel Foster, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; R. Daniel Foster writes regularly for The Times
RESTAURANT REVIEW : 2 Cuisines, Same Good Service : Arunee House staffers nonchalantly put diners at ease to enjoy the Thai and Chinese dishes. By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Max Jacobson reviews restaurants every Friday in Valley Life!
BOOK REVIEW / FAMILY MEMOIR : A Reporter's Journey to the Core of His Heritage : RECONCILIATION ROAD: A Family Odyssey of War and Honor \o7 by John Douglas Marshall\f7 , Syracuse: Syracuse University Press $24.95, 312 pages By Michael Dorris, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Muscle Memories : Chevy Impala SS Is a Ghost of the 'So Fine' 409 That Drove a Generation to Sing Its Praises By Paul Dean
No Labels, No Frills, No Fuss : 1994 looks to be the year of our discontent. The trend-watchers say we will shy away from high-ticket picks and opt instead to dress down. And the search is on for quality, accessories and, naturally, deals. By Mary Rourke, TIMES FASHION EDITOR
Those Not With It, Listen Up By Debra Gendel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Besides Each Other, Cars Take Their Toll on Walkers, Wildlife By Ralph Vartabedian
Up AND Coming By Gaile Robinson, LOS ANGELES TIMES
Furs for the Future By Rose Apodaca
HOLDING THE BAG : For women who have up to $6,000 to spend and not much to carry, a Judith Leiber sculpted clutch is \o7 the\f7 must-have acessory. By Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Culture Clashes? : Local Audiences at Opera, Symphony and Ballet Dress to Enjoy Themselves By Patrick Mott, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Sandra Harvey and Family Keep Ahead of the Game With Costa Mesa Boutique By Rose Apodaca, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BEHIND THE SCENES : Ringing in the New With a Bit of the Old Thrown In
Spotlight on the Audience : From Hip-Hop to Sunday Best, Attention to Attire in the Studio Doesn't End With the Stars By Maureen Sajbel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CULTURE WATCH : Postal Changes Try to Foster Secure Feeling
BUSINESS
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Dow Breaks Through 3,800 to Another Record; Yields Fall From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Another Super Challenge : Entertainment: Tustin firm hopes to wow a domestic TV audience of 130 million with its Super Bowl halftime show. By Susan Christian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Slashes China Textile Import Quotas by Up to 35% : Trade: At the same time, officials announce the lifting of restrictions on the export of at least three satellites. By James Gerstenzang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Service to Allow Consumers Open Access to Networks : AT&T Enters the On-Line Race By Leslie Helm and Amy Harmon, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
CalFed Board Vetoes Offer by Golden West : Banking: Battle for troubled thrift could intensify as pressure is exerted on its investors. By Chris Kraul, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bond Funds Are Likely to Become a Dicey Proposition This Year By Tom Petruno
Blockbuster, Viacom Press Merger Talks : Entertainment: The two companies hope to reach agreement in time to top QVC's bid for Paramount. By James Bates and John Lippman, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Aerospace From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Aerospace From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Company Town Annex From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Energy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Telecommunications & Technology From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Economy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
December Sales Show a Trend to Conservative Shopping By George White, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dow Breaks Through 3,800 to Another Record; Yields Fall From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Circuit City Plans New Push in Price War : Retail: Electronics will get cheaper as competitors follow suit. Stock prices reflect fears of thinning industry profits. By Scott Sandell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Air Board Chairwoman Backs Clean-Car Deadline By Michael Parrish, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Most-Stolen Cars
The Top Sellers
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Pentagon, McDonnell Describe C-17 Accord By Ralph Vartabedian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Long-Distance 'Slams' on the Rise By Denise Gellene
Trilogy Group Strikes Deal With Major Europe Film Distributor : Movies: The three-year pact with London-based Majestic could be a lucrative one for the developer of 'Robin Hood.' By Alan Citron, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Execs Exit Scene as Paramount Sale Looms By Alan Citron
Spielberg Goes Shopping at Electronics Show for Educational Software Firm He Can Direct By Amy Harmon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MCA to Increase Responsibilities of Al Teller
* Animation: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc. is establishing a...
Stacking Up Sales
BANKING : Off Regulatory Hook, Landmark Bank Sees Happier Days Ahead Compiled by James S. Granelli, Times staff writer
Craig McCallum Named President of Mission Viejo Co...
* Richard K. Matros has been appointed chief executive of...
* Jerry S. Neitlich has formed a new commercial real...
* Bernard Kreitzer and Jay M. Allsup have joined the board...
* Benjamin L. Cseri has been appointed a loan officer in...
* Michael A. Lanphere has become a partner in the Irvine...
* Michael D. Schotz has been appointed vice president of...
* Albert Tejidor has been promoted to vice president at...
BANKING : Rights Offerings Sought Compiled by James S. Granelli, Times staff writer
Local Tourism Sees a Slight Gain in 1993 : Industry: The number of tourists reaches 37.8 million, up from 37.7 million, while attendance by conventioneers drops 7%, according to the Anaheim Area Visitor & Convention Bureau. By James S. Granelli, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Acquisition Pact Boosts McGaw Stock
Macy's Chief Tells of Rejecting Offers of Advice By George White
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Brother's Keeper : Man Says He Took Twin's Spot in Jail, Army By Dwayne Bray, TIMES STAFF WRITER
D.A. Won't Charge Latino Leader in Rent Case : Oxnard: Official says teacher William Terrazas Jr. did not break laws when allegedly collecting side payments from a dozen tenants. By Daryl Kelley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Slide Threat Expedites Project to Shield Homes : Fire aftermath: County races to build catchment basins in Newbury Park and Santa Paula canyons. By Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Naming Schools No Longer Easy By Matthew Mosk, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Area Schools to Benefit From Businesses' Hand-Me-Downs By Maia Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Museum of Modern Poodle: Downtown artist Doren Garcia... By Steve Harvey
LANCASTER : Family Sues Bank Over Slaying at Teller Machine
Informed Opinions on Today's Topics : The 3-Strikes Rule: Is It a Hit or a Miss? By Rebecca Bryant, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Teachers, Staff Pitch In to Clean Campus By Kay Saillant
SIMI VALLEY : City Acts to Slow Traffic at Busy Crosswalk By Sara Catania
MOORPARK : Reward Offered in Exposure Incident By James Maiella Jr.
Fishermen Fail to Delay Gill-Net Ban By Matthew Mosk
Takasugi Outlines Legislative Goals By J.E. Mitchell
Council Accepts Plan to End Beach Fee By Patrick Mccartney
Development Plan Concerns Neighbors By Peggy Y. Lee
POINT MUGU : 1 Killed, 1 Hurt in Crash Into Ocean By J.E. Mitchell
LOCKWOOD VALLEY : 14 Emaciated Horses Taken From Ranch By Kay Saillant
VENTURA : City to Fete City Hall's 20th Anniversary By Peggy Y. Lee
OXNARD : Rising Lake Level Slows Spill Cleanup By Jeff Mcdonald
OJAI : Motion Filed in Weather Tower Case By Jeff Mcdonald
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium's Science at the Seashore program...
In the small, inviting bar of Cafe Pierre in Manhattan... By Michael Krikorian
City and County Reach Redevelopment Accord : Thousand Oaks: Agency will be allowed to continue to collect money for housing and other improvement projects. By Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ex-Newport Fire Capt. Parrish Dies
Buena Park's First City Clerk Dies
Former Supervisor Schaefer May Run Again for County Board : Elections: She has picked up papers for the race and says she'll have 'a statement in a couple of weeks.' By Tina Daunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
European Summit of Uncertainty : NATO: An alliance in search of a relationship
Landing on a Beach of Prejudice : Marines admit errors in the outrageous case of Bruce Yamashita
Irish Eyes
Foolishness in the Recall Arena : Roberti's anti-gun stands set off a vengeful response from firearms group
Court Upholds Firing of Officer for Affair : Simi Valley: Kevin Medley was terminated for his relationship with a Scout. The couple haven't decided whether to appeal. By Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Should Young People Be Exposed to the Horrors of 'Schindler's List'? : Holocaust: Children must know about their elders' double witness--the capacity of humans to hurt and to heal and save. By Harold M. Schulweis, \o7 Rabbi Harold M. Schulweis is the founding chairman of the Jewish Foundation for Christian Rescuers / Anti-Defamation League. \f7
A Partnership of Unequals Can Be Satisfactory to All : Europe: Promises of NATO membership won't address security worries in the East. By Stephen Hadley and Arnold Kanter and Brent Scowcroft,, \o7 Former National Security Adviser Brent Scowcroft is president of the Forum for International Policy, a new organization based in Washington. Stephen Hadley and Arnold Kanter are senior associates of the forum. \f7
Valley Obituaries
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Group Forms to Fight 'Immigrant-Bashing' By Richard Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
By Invitation Only, Stars Come Out at Lazar Service By Amy Wallace and Shawn Hubler, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
No Home for Hoppy : Hopalong Cassidy Is a Good Guy Down on His Luck--When a Downey Antique Store Folds, So Will Its Museum of the Cowboy By John Pope, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SOUTH GATE : 3 Young Women Shot While Walking Home From Party
LOS ANGELES : Braude Calls for Changes in Lobbyists' Fee System
CARSON : Ex-Mayor, 3 Others Indicted in $2-Million Fraud Case
LAKEWOOD : Alleged Founder of Spur Posse Sentenced in Burglary
LOS ANGELES : Couple in Castration Case Reconcile, Lawyer Says
SOUTH-CENTRAL : Residents Voice Opposition to Rebuilding Liquor Stores
LOS ANGELES : Testimony About Killings Read to Menendez Jurors
Man's Plea for Asylum to Be Reconsidered : Refugees: Illegal immigrant ends hunger strike after deportation order is stayed. Draft-evader says he fled Serbia to avoid military service that could have entailed action against fellow Muslims. By Kenneth Reich, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Police Seek Further Links in 5 Slayings in San Gabriel Valley : Crime: Officials give few details in women's deaths, but say all the cases may be connected. The bodies were found in the last two months. By Vicki Torres, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woman Shoots Self at Workers' Comp Court : Safety: No one else is hurt, but Santa Monica incident prompts calls for tighter security at sites of hearings on disability and unemployment claims. By Ken Ellingwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
There's 'Clear, Present Danger' at John Wayne By Mark Platte, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Failed Restaurant's Downfall: Locale Is Behind Its Time By Dana Parsons
An Attorney Takes Office : New Chief Wants Bigger Role for U.S. Prosecutors in Santa Ana By Mark Platte, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Student's Tip Led to Arrest of UCI Officer : Crime: His observation of missing label on roommate's borrowed computer ultimately pointed investigators to suspect. By Greg Hernandez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cities Mobilize Against El Toro Planning Board : Base conversion: Eleven North County municipalities will try to block formation of 9-member agency approved in December, which they say is not broad-based. They will lobby supervisors, the Pentagon. By Gebe Martinez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Countywide : Proposal to Expand Classes for Inmates By Geoff Boucher
TUSTIN : Council Tells Firm to Remove Billboard By Bert Eljera
SANTA ANA : Exhibit Depicts Women in Revolution By Jon Nalick
TUSTIN : Child-Care Center Is Proposed at Base By Bert Eljera
GARDEN GROVE : Police Identify Crash Victim; Man Held By Greg Hernandez
Countywide : New Budget, Effects Focus of Discussion By Kevin Johnson
FULLERTON : Cleanup Under Way at McColl Waste Site By Willson Cummer
LAGUNA BEACH : Scaled-Down Project Puts End to City Suit By Leslie Earnest
IRVINE : UCI Extends Search for Dean of Medicine By Aileen Cho
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Library to Open Children's Wing By Robert Barker
At 100, He's Living the Good Life : Profile: San Pedro's Peter Bentovoja vividly recalls the birth of the longshoremen's union in 1933. And he's still reaping the benefits. By Charles Hillinger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Yearning to Be a Bigger Fish : Museum: A waiting list for tours and a 50% increase in visitors over the past decade has led the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium to draft plans for expansion. By Iris Yokoi, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Harman May Buy Home on Peninsula : Politics: Congresswoman's proposed move from Marina del Rey to estate in Rolling Hills draws criticism from contender who wants to unseat her. By Kim Kowsky, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LAGUNA BEACH : Pets in Closed Cars Subject of Ordinance By Leslie Earnest
IRVINE : UCI Names Acting Vice Chancellor By Aileen Cho
IRVINE : OK for Softball Park Project Is Sought By Shelby Grad
YORBA LINDA : Wedaa's AQMD Bid Loses City Backing By Danielle A. Fouquette
BREA : Council Overrules Planners on Carwash By Mimi Ko
Alternative Water Sources Urgently Needed, State Told : Environment: Regional agency officials say more water must come from Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. But the need will pit diverse interests. By E. J. Gong Jr., TIMES STAFF WRITER
Irvine Agency Theft Case Goes to Jury By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY : Month of memories honors civil rights leader. By Mary Helen Berg
Zeke Hernandez Opens Bid for Umberg's Assembly Seat : Politics: The Santa Ana businessman is one of three Latinos expected to seek the Democratic nomination for the 69th District. About 37% of registered Democrats there are Latino. By Brian Ray Ballou, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Crash Kills 2 at Accident-Plagued Site : Northridge: After three recent traffic deaths, neighbors call the intersection hazardous. By Chau Lam, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Court Rules City Erred in Project OK : Calabasas: The decision finds council violated land-use plan by approving the 250-house Micor development. By Aaron Curtiss, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hope Amid Ashes : New Friends Aid Couple Who Lost Son in Holiday Fire By Doug Smith, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Christmas in January for Armenians : Religion: Karekin II, based in Beirut, officiates at ceremony at a congregation in Encino. Church is one of a handful that holds the observance early in the new year. By John Dart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Planners to Unveil Visions of the Future By Aaron Curtiss
SYLMAR : Ex-Police Officer to Challenge Katz By Geoffrey Mohan
Woman Keeps in Tune With Ancient Music By Sondra Farrell Bazrod
UNIVERSAL CITY : MCA, State Official to Discuss Rail Station By Scott Glover
SAN FERNANDO : Official Temporarily Fills Margarito's Post By Geoffrey Mohan
ENCINO : Plans Revealed for Site of 'Lake Hayvenhurst' By Scott Glover
NORTHRIDGE : CSUN Police Chief to Take Job at Getty By John Chandler
RESEDA : $25,000 Offered for Leads in Slaying By Teresa Ann Willis
RESEDA : School Raises $18,000 in 'Operation Flush' By Susan Byrnes
AGOURA HILLS : Racist Flyers Stuffed Into School Lockers By Susan Byrnes
BURBANK : School Raises Funds for Young Survivor By Ed Bond
GLENDALE : Districtwide Health Academy Studied By Tommy Li
2 Plead Guilty in Attack on 7-Eleven Clerk By Thom Mrozek, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Councilman to Donate $11,000 to Police : Politics: Hal Bernson is working to establish a fund for officers after being ordered to repay a laundered campaign contribution. By Hugo Martin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rapist Sentenced in Girlfriend's Slaying : Crime: James Thomas Hernandez previously received life prison terms for assaulting, torturing a woman. By Thom Mrozek, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Patsaouras Considering a Run Where Roberti Feared to Tread By Cynthia H. Craft and John Schwada, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Man Killed, Woman Hurt in Head-On Crash
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Local Exams OKd in Child-Abuse Cases : Services: An Antelope Valley hospital will be utilized instead of L.A. site. The area has had a rising rate of incidents. By Tracey Kaplan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : 3 Youths Arrested in Attack on Group Home
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : 4-Footed Deputy Patrols the Antelope Valley Beat : Law enforcement: After a two-year lapse, the area is again served by a full-time K-9 unit. By Sharon Moeser, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : State Calls Its Audit of Antelope Valley Fair Finances 'Misleading' : Funds: Agency admits error in saying board director spurred investment at bank where he is chairman. By Sharon Moeser, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : NASA Facility Will Gain Its Independence : NASA: Dryden Flight Research Facility had been on its own, but has been a part of the Ames Research Center since 1981. By Sharon Moeser, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : 2 Bodies Found in Ravine Are Identified By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
Skiing From Staff and Wire Reports
GIRLS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : No. 7 Estancia Misfires, Hands Costa Mesa a Victory By Dave Mckibben
GIRLS' SOCCER ROUNDUP : Los Alamitos Rallies, Ties El Dorado, 2-2 By Peter Barzilai
CENTURY LEAGUE GIRLS' BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Three-Pointers Help Villa Park Top El Modena By Martin Henderson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ROUNDUP : Omid Helps University Pin Down Victory
Toros Stagger in Second Half but Win Conference Opener : College basketball: Dominguez Hills squanders halftime lead but rallies down the stretch to beat San Bernardino, 66-57. By Mitch Polin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hobbling Ventura Puts Hurt on Valley : College basketball: Injury-riddled Pirates make late free throws to secure 68-56 victory. By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Girls' Basketball Roundup
Girls' Soccer Roundup
BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Channel Islands Wins With Flair By Kennedy Cosgrove
Basketball Roundup
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Gower's 23 Points Lead Long Beach Past Fullerton
NHL ROUNDUP : Broten Brothers Batter Flyers From Associated Press
Baltimore Move Might Be Hard to Bring About : Rams: Washington Redskins' planned shift to Laurel, Md., could make Memphis or St. Louis easier options. By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ducks' Victory Silences Roar in Chicago : Hockey: Corkum scores twice, adds two assists and Blackhawks fall, 6-2, in a fight-marred game. By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Seeds of Apathy Rams Have Sown Now Grow Wild By Mike Penner
Ducks Are Making the Grade By Robyn Norwood and Elliott Teaford, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Who's No. 2? Surprise, It's Boitano : Figure skating: Davis is upset winner as both qualify for Olympics. Victory comes after news of attack on Kerrigan. By Randy Harvey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Raiders Granted Ticket Extension
Trojans Never Trail, but Fail to Pull Away : College basketball: USC holds off Oregon State, 82-76, after building a 19-point lead. Orr scores 21 points. By Lonnie White, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Despite Effort, Bruins Emerge Victorious : College basketball: They seem merely to go through the motions, but come away with 89-73 victory over Ducks in Pac-10 opener. By Thomas Bonk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
He Yearns to Free His Fury By Mike Downey
Breaking Out : Former Ram Robert Delpino Took the Escape Route to Denver, Where He Finds Himself in Playoffs as the Broncos' Top Running Back By Mike Reilley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NBA ROUNDUP : Trail Blazers Rally to Beat Hornets From Associated Press
Knicks Acquire Derek Harper From Staff and Wire Reports
In Truth, Indians Were Named After a Spider By Shav Glick
Last Is Best for Ducks in Chicago Stadium : Hockey: They bid adieu to venerable building for the regular season with a 6-2 victory over Blackhawks. By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
If They Love L.A., They Have a Funny Way of Showing It By Larry Stewart
GOLF AT LA COSTA : Opening-Round 69 Good Enough for Couples By Dan Hafner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOLF AT LA COSTA : Age Before Beauty With Stockton's 67 : Seniors: Leader's score is two shots better than best of regular tour players in first round at La Costa. By Dan Hafner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Seles Says She Isn't Ready for Australian Open Associated Press
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL : USC Rallies Behind Atwater
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Murray Scores 36 to Lead No. 24 California From Associated Press
Stanley Loses Appeal to Coach USC Women's Basketball Team By Elliott Almond
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Simms Hints at Retirement
Rams Will Put Anaheim on Notice May 3 : Pro football: Team will tell city it will vacate stadium in 1995, but action can be revoked. By Tammerlin Drummond and T.J. Simers, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : Coaches Expect Different Game By Lonnie White
SANTA ANITA : Officially, It Can Be Too Quick By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOS ALAMITOS : Trainers Scramble to Open Meeting Tonight By Steve Andersen, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
WRESTLING : No. 1-Ranked Calvary Chapel, No. 2 El Modena Meet Tonight By Kim Q. Berkshire, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cal State Northridge Gains Pair of Transfers for Track
Passers Ran, Now They Can't Hide
Lifting School to New Heights : Only Freshmen, Rangy Collins Twins Push Harvard Toward Respectability By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPEEDSKATING : Jansen's Attitude Positive By Helene Elliott, TIMES STAFF WRITER
He's King of the Lions' Court : Although Wyking Jones Continues to Impress With His Improved Play, Loyola Marymount's Losing Streak Is a Source of Frustration By Rob Fernas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGES / IRENE GARCIA : She Has Put Herself in a Good Position By Irene Garcia
SPORTSCOPE : Northridge Women Fall to Loyola
Freshman O'Quinn Ruled Ineligible By Rob Fernas
Owners One Vote Shy of Accord : Baseball: But they get closer to revenue-sharing agreement in balloting at meeting in Chicago. By Ross Newhan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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