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What happened on July 27, 1994
NEWS
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : FORUM : What Internet Users Think of Porn Incident, Media Coverage
BOOK REVIEW / HISTORY : Handful of Refugees Fleeing Czar and Stalin Live on Faith : LOST IN THE TAIGA One Russian Family's Fifty-Year Struggle for Survival and Religious Freedom in the Siberian Wilderness, \o7 by Vasily Peskov\f7 , translated by Marian Schwartz. Doubleday; $26.95, 254 pages By Jonathan Kirsch, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Web' Casts a Spell on Mother and Child : Sometimes, a toddler's obsession with a particular story is a wondrous thing, forcing her parents to rethink the world, even if the repetition makes them want to scream. By Robin Abcarian
LAUGH LINES : Jokes
LAUGH LINES : For a Bit More, We'll Throw in Steak Sauce By Charlie Waters, TIMES STAFF WRITER
90s FAMILY : Looking for the Child Care Model Compiled from Times staff and news services
RSVP : The Party Goes On --as Does the Work By Bill Higgins, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Looking Out for Insiders : Friends Outside volunteers communicate with prisoners such as an O.C. woman on Death Row, offering support and compassion to them and their families. By Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Ugly Truth : Quest to Photograph Love Turns Into Passion to Save Women By Dennis Romero, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Ugly Truth : 'I Pushed Them, I Bit Them, I Tore Their Clothes' By Bettijane Levine, Times Staff Writer
90s FAMILY : You Just Can't Alter Destiny : If Fate Wants You to Be the Goofball Uncle, Do It With Style By Patrick Mott, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
90s FAMILY : Motherless Daughters : The grief of women whose mothers died prematurely is deep and prolonged. But there is solace in a sisterhood of common experience. By Kathleen Kelleher, Special to The Times
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Anti-Semitism and Afrocentrism
Portable Dwellings
OJAI : Artist Wood, 101, to Leave Hospital Soon By Kay Saillant
NEW LAW: It was not the centerpiece of Jack O'Connell's... By Daryl Kelley
FROM THE CHIEF: Firefighters do more than just put out... By Leslie Berkman and Shelby Grad and Jerry Hicks
Planes at 3 Airports Can Land With Satellite Aid \o7 Associated Press\f7
British Columbia Fires Force 3,000 from Homes \o7 Reuters\f7
Ron Cochran; Former Television Anchorman
Hans J. Salter; Ex-Music Chief at Film Studio
Dr. Leroy R. Weekes; Ex-Urban League President, Business Leader
Warren White; Guitar Maker, Key Figure in Folk Music Boom
Elton D. Phillips; Former USC Business Manager, Arcadia Mayor
Youth on Trial in Beating Death of 4-Year-Old Boy \o7 Reuters\f7
2 Killed in Rocketdyne Explosion : Test: The men die instantly from the chemical blast at the Simi Hills lab. A third worker is seriously injured. The cause is not known. By Carlos V. Lozano and Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
WITHOUT A CLUE: Last week's decision by the Rams to... By Michael Arkush
FATAL EXPLOSION AT ROCKETDYNE : Public Fears, Government Controls Put Pressure on Lab : History: Rockwell's division played a major role in the development of U.S. rocket program since late '40s. By Myron Levin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Talks in Transit Strike Resume; Officials Wary : Labor: Sharp differences between mechanics, MTA may prolong walkout. Congestion on freeways worsens. By Nora Zamichow and Richard Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
2 Killed in Explosion at Rocketdyne in Simi Hills : Test site: A third man is seriously hurt. The blast, set off during work with rocket fuel, starts 15-acre brush fire. By Myron Levin and Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Report Says FAA May Have Lagged on 757 Wake Peril By Jeff Brazil, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Refugees Get Steady Diet of Propaganda By Bob Drogin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : 'It's Like Juggling a Chain Saw' : That's how affable L.A. schools chief Sid Thompson sees his job. His peacemaking skills may be his biggest asset in steering the strife-torn district through reform. By Stephanie Chavez, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
As Rabin, Hussein Celebrate Pact, Mideast Focus Shifts : Diplomacy: Clinton pledges to reward 'risks' by other countries in the region. He mentions Syria specifically. By Norman Kempster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
20 White House Contacts With S&L Probe Told By Sara Fritz and Michael Ross, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Foley Open to Employer Mandate Cut : Health: Speaker says he will consider a business contribution of 50% of premiums. Mitchell studies a similar move, but it is unclear if the action would gain votes for reform. By Karen Tumulty and Edwin Chen, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Many Elderly Too Medicated, Survey Finds By Sheryl Stolberg, TIMES MEDICAL WRITER
Huber Believed Originally Held in Refrigerator By Rene Lynch and Kevin Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Doubt Cast on FAA's Handling of 757 Data : Aviation: Report suggests that agency, lacking proper procedures, acted tardily on airliner's wake turbulence. By Jeff Brazil, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. Magnate Shaping Offer to Buy Rams By Tracy Weber, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Action Will Come in Waves at 'Surf City' : Entertainment: Ocean Pacific and U.S. Open will attract crowds and their dollars in next two weeks. By Debra Cano and Jody Berger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Talks Are Resumed in Transit Walkout : Transportation: Most Orange County bus riders appear to have shifted to driving. MTA, striking mechanics remain shaprly divided. Freeway congestion worsens. By Nora Zamichow and Richard Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Judge Urges Fine Over Inmate Care By Dan Morain, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judicial Ethics Reform Bills May Be Merged By Henry Weinstein, TIMES LEGAL AFFAIRS WRITER
El Paso Plan Deters Illegal Immigrants : Border: A federal study finds Operation Hold-the-Line effective. But researchers say it causes staffing and morale problems for agents. By James Bornemeier, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brown Says Courts Would Uphold Bill on Paid Interviews : Media: Assembly Speaker says his measure to prevent witnesses from being paid for information would be ruled constitutional. Some legal experts believe it conflicts with 1st Amendment freedoms. By Jerry Gillam, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Blocks Proposal for Huge Dump : Garbage: Ruling says environmental report failed to consider impact the Eagle Mountain landfill would have on desert and ground water. By Tom Gorman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Rockefeller Files: Scientists at University Menaced : Crime: Someone has poisoned researchers' drinks, left gas jets on, set a fire and mailed threats. Police suspect a disgruntled employee. By John J. Goldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Boy, 14, Apparently Drinks Himself to Death \o7 Newsday\f7
Haitian Military Foresees Deal With U.S., Sources Say : Caribbean: Army believes it can avert both an invasion and the return of exiled President Aristide. Critics see holes in the plan. By Kenneth Freed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Russia Gets Estonian Pledge, Will Pull Troops on Schedule By Carey Goldberg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DEFENSE : Pentagon Looks to Start High-Tech Revolution in Ways of War : Current means of fighting may soon be history. Even 'smart' Gulf War weapons could be outmoded by new techniques. By Art Pine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVING TOWARD PEACE : NEWS ANALYSIS : Leaders View Peace as the Best Legacy : Hopes: Thoughts of mortality spur moves like the Israel-Jordan pact. The negotiators feel less soldierly than patriarchal. By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVING TOWARD PEACE : Bomb Damages Israeli Embassy in London; Another Hits Jewish Center : Terrorism: Woman sought in mission blast, which injured at least 13. No group claims responsibility, but officials blame Islamic extremists. By William Tuohy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVING TOWARD PEACE : Chairs for Dignitaries Struck a Historical Note Too \o7 Associated Press\f7
PLO Assails Jordan Over Jerusalem : Controversy: Arafat and other leaders charge that the pact with Israel freezes them out of the city they consider their capital. By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bosnia Serbs to Close Key Route Into Sarajevo \o7 Associated Press\f7
Minorities Press for Newsroom Diversity : Journalism: 'Unity '94' conference is largest of its kind. Members call for greater numbers in management, more accurate news portrayals. By David G. Savage, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Assault Gun Ban Expected to Survive in Final Crime Bill : Congress: Provision is approved by Senate negotiators, and House conferees are poised to follow. Legislative package is expected to pass easily. By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woman Loses Custody of Child Because She Relied on Day Care \o7 From Associated Press\f7
U.S. Defends Response in Rwanda Crisis By Jeff Leeds, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Better FAA Response to Data Requests Urged By Jeff Brazil, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Huber Funeral May Be Delayed Again By Rene Lynch and Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
ENTERTAINMENT
COMEDY Happy Anniversary: The 25th anniversary of the TV... By Shauna Snow, \o7 Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press\f7
THEATER REVIEW : 'Parking' Heats Up L.A. Project One-Acts By F. Kathleen Foley, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MUSIC REVIEW : High Spirits, Warmth at Ford Concert By Timothy Mangan
FAMILY : Circus Troupe Gets Audience Into Act By Lynne Heffley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TV Ratings : NBC's 'Frasier' Stands Alone at the Top By Greg Braxton
A Mighty Powerful Ranger Call : More than 1,000 quick-with-a-kick hopefuls turn out for a brief audition in Burbankfor Fox's top-rated children's show. Super-hero wanna-bes who can hip-hop may have an edge. By Anne Bergman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Gift of Wealth and Passion : Art: LACMA's 'New Acquisitions' exhibition honors Robert H. Halff for his donation of 40 works from his personal collection. By Suzanne Muchnic, TIMES ART WRITER
HOLLYWOOD HABITS : Following the Script of a High-Stakes Movie Bidding War : New Line Cinema buys Shane Black's latest screenplay for a record $4 million. Here's how the deal was done. By Claudia Eller, TIMES MOVIE EDITOR
Censorship Attacks Cloud New PBS Chief's Message : Television: President Ervin S. Duggan delivers an 'optimistic' speech, but protesters accuse the network of failing to air controversial projects. By Judith Michaelson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Coming Up
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Collie: Definitely a Mixed Breed By Noel Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Jimmie Vaughan: Tuff Enuff--and Then Some : Pop music: His playing has never been more direct than on 'Strange Pleasure,' his first solo album and his first recording since the death of brother Stevie Ray. By Jim Washburn, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
DANCE : Applause for Osborne Sets New Work in Motion By Chris Pasles, TIMES STAFF WRITER
He Hears the Sound of Revolution--and Likes It : Latin jazz: Bobby Matos thinks 'the whole Afro-Cuban scene is exploding.' He performs in Long Beach this evening. By Bill Kohlhaase, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUSINESS
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Lackluster Earnings Lead Stocks Lower From Times Wire Services
YOUR MONEY : FINANCIAL MARKETS : Lackluster Earnings Lead Stocks Lower From Times Staff and Wire Services
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : IN DEVELOPMENT : 'More Human' Robot Lends a Hand Cheaply By Kathleen Weigner
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : Accounting Program Is Geared to Owners of Very Small Businesses By Richard O'Reilly, RICHARD O'REILLY \o7 is director of computer analysis for The Times. \f7
Retail Compiled by Greg Johnson / Times staff writer
Allergan Appoints UC San Francisco Professor to Board
Consider the Risks Before Co-Signing Loan for Relatives or Friends From Associated Press
Waterford Stems Red Ink, but at Expense of Irish Workers : Glass: Crystal maker recovers by cutting home work force, marketing cheaper foreign product. By Dirk Beveridge, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Judge Orders Century 21 Ad Change : Real estate: As the result of a competitor's complaint, the O.C.-based company must back off its claim of selling a home every minute. By Debora Vrana, TIMES STAFF WRITER
YOUR MONEY : Pilgrim Exec Faces Suspension in Silence By Tom Petruno
THE CUTTING EDGE : Exercise in Utility : Gas Co. Hopes 'Green Design' Building Will Set an Example By Paul Karon, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MagneTek to Shift Corporate Headquarters to Nashville : Manufacturing: The electrical equipment maker says restructuring is behind the move, not unhappiness with California. By Nancy Rivera Brooks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
P&G to Buy Giorgio for $150 Million : Fragrances: The purchase from Avon will make Procter & Gamble a leader in the prestige perfume market. By Bruce Horovitz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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Smaller Southland Firms Expect Higher Profits : Survey: 75% with annual revenue of up to $150 million think they'll do better in the next year. By David W. Myers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
DTS Prepares to Turn Its Ear to Sony Challenge : Technology: The two makers of digital sound systems hope to become the provider of choice for movie theaters. By Jennifer Pendleton, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
EARNINGS : RJR Nabisco Profit Drops but Operating Results Improve
EARNINGS : Drop in Refinery Profits Squeezes Big Oil Companies : Energy: Quarter's results are blamed on a jump in crude prices, steady prices at the pump. By Michael Parrish, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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YOUR MONEY : Workers' Pay Rises at Historically Low Rate : Labor: Economists say the government figures on compensation show inflation remains in check. From Associated Press
YOUR MONEY : Consumer Confidence, Though Still High, Falls Slightly in July From Associated Press
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : INTELLECTUAL PROPERTIES : Patent Policies on Trial : Law: Screen-saving bunny case raises concerns about using the media to pressure a U.S. agency. By James Evans, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : PLOWSHARES : High-Tech Blasting Caps Offer Safer Way to Set Off Explosives By Lee Dye
Local Manufacturers Report Growth in 2nd Quarter : Economy: It is the third consecutive period of increasing activity, according to Chapman University purchasing index. By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Retail Compiled by Greg Johnson / Times staff writer
RETAIL : Parking Service Marks Its 10th Anniversary by Unveiling Mascot Compiled by Greg Johnson / Times staff writer
Newport Corp.: The Irvine manufacturer of equipment for...
Renaissance Golf Products Inc.: The Huntington Beach...
DMI Inc.: The Irvine office automation software company...
Statordyne Corp.: The company said Tuesday it has received...
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HTP International Reports Higher Profits
Fidelity National to Buy Big Stake in World Tax Service
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Bank of Anaheim: The bank recorded a 56% gain in profit...
Townsend & O'Leary Inc.: The Laguna Hills advertising...
Ingram Micro Inc.: The firm will distribute a full line of...
YOUR MONEY : New Mortgages Might Not Be Best Way to Save By Kathy M. Kristof
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Executive Picked as New President of Police Panel : LAPD: Enrique Hernandez Jr., head of an Alhambra security company, brings a reputation as a straightforward leader and an outspoken commissioner. By Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Castruita 'Roast' Turns Out to Be a Well-Done Tribute By Dana Parsons
Helen Johnson, UCI Employee and Journalist, Dies at 71 By Mark I. Pinsky, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Stephen Gavlick, 75, Active in Leisure World Charity, Dies By Shelby Grad, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Seoul Needs to Lighten Up : Today's South Korea should be more tolerant of nonviolent dissent
Ouchi Will Need Theory Z-Plus
Teach Science as Science : A teacher's lawsuit revisits the Scopes trial
Is Aid on the Wrong Terms Right? : Rwanda: If the refugees stay in Zaire, living on relief, their men will be free to resume war. By Catherine O'Neill, \o7 Catherine O'Neill of Los Angeles is co-founder of the Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children. \f7
PERSPECTIVE ON INSURANCE : Misguided Policies--Then the Earthquake : Price controls only temporarily forestall market forces for homeowners. Now, the double whammy. By Benjamin Zycher, \o7 Benjamin Zycher is vice president for research at the Milken Institute for Job and Capital Formation in Santa Monica. and \f7
Legal Order and Moral Truth : Our society has become obsessed with guilt or innocence. But what really matters more is right or wrong. By Marlene Adler Marks, \o7 Marlene Adler Marks is a columnist for the Jewish Journal of Greater Los Angeles. \f7
SAN CLEMENTE : Vaccination Clinic Today for Children By Jeffrey Bean
FULLERTON : Rites of Passage Through Dance By Mimi Ko
BREA : Firefighters Offer Group Tours, Visits By Alan Eyerly
CULTURE WATCH : Pocho Power?
Police Board Stunned to Hear of Project Delay : LAPD: Enrique Hernandez Jr. is named president of the commission and says he is dumbfounded at report that completion of new academy will be a year behind schedule. By Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
UCLA Grade School Weighs Seeking Charter By Jean Merl, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
New Policies Urged on Domestic Violence By Frederick M. Muir, TIMES STAFF WRITER
House Arrest : Crime: Authorities put a stop to dealing and drug use at a Boyle Heights property by boarding it up. Neighbors greet the action with relief. By Bob Pool, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Signposts of the Riordan Revolution By Bill Boyarsky
LOS ANGELES : City Gets $3.9 Million to Aid Elderly Victims of Quake By Hugo Martin
Sweet Water of Summer : Pierce College Pool Uses New System Without Chlorine By Kurt Pitzer
LONG BEACH : Gang Member Pleads Not Guilty in Students' Deaths
VENICE : Crackdown on Boardwalk Vendors OKd by Council
POMONA : City's Neighbors File Suit Challenging Casino Plans
LOS ANGELES : Tax Relief OKd for Firms Closed by Quake for 60 Days
PARK LA BREA : Guard Wounded in Bank Holdup; 4 Robbers Sought
SAN DIMAS : Bride, Groom Plunge Into Marriage on Water Slide
LONG BEACH : 2 Murders Prompt Warning to Lock Doors, Windows
LA VERNE : Made Up as an Adult, Boy Still Blows the Scene
LOS ANGELES : Recycling Market Zone Expanded to All of City
King Drops Appeal of Jury Ruling in Deal With City From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Salvation Army Elects L.A.-Area Chief to Top Post : Aid: Paul A. Rader, 60, a regional commander, is the first American to head the worldwide evangelistic and social service organization. By John Dart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Learning Pools : L.A. School District Revives Popular Program That Teaches Children How to Swim By Nicholas Riccardi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Police Believe Fugitive May Be in County By Tammy Hyunjoo Kresta, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brea Olinda Graduated Some Who Lack Credits : Education: Principal also knew of the grade-changing but did not tell his superiors: 'I think that was a bad decision on my part.' By Jodi Wilgoren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
In God's Camp : Abbey Mixes Prayer and Play for Boys' Stay By Danielle A. Fouquette, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Judge Upholds His Order for Special Election in Fullerton : Ruling: Two recalled council members had pledged not to run in November if the October vote were abolished. Still, they say they do not plan to seek reelection. By Mimi Ko, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Supervisors Pare $8.6 Million, 65 Jobs From 1994-95 Budget : Government: The board's action spares Veterans Services office and maintains libraries but cuts funding to Ventura County Medical Center. By Phyllis W. Jordan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Witness Marries Shooting Defendant : Courts: Marcie James stuns prosecutors in testifying she wed Newbury Park High School football star Leodes Van Buren on July 8. By Jeff Mcdonald, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Community Memorial Sues County Hospital : Ventura: Facility claims public center is increasingly vying for privately insured clients. Action caps 18 months of acrimony. By Maia Davis and Phyllis W. Jordan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Council Postpones Disputed Housing Allocation Vote By Constance Sommer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Oxnard Seeks Outside Aid for Road Repairs : Highways: Tax was initially considered for freeway improvements, but public outcry and sluggish economy forced officials to reconsider. By Miguel Bustillo, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rocket Booster : Moon Astronaut Urges Renewed Space Exploration By Jason Grant, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COUNTYWIDE : Boy's Life Depends on Donor Gift By Mimi Ko
LOS ALAMITOS : Council Approves City Smoking Limits By Bert Eljera
TUSTIN : Student Member of School Board Named By Bert Eljera
ORANGE : Official: Library Not Applying Volunteers By Lesley Wright
VILLA PARK : Cable Installation to Begin in August By Bill Billiter
FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Brownies Donate Coffee Urn to Police By Debra Cano
GARDEN GROVE : Forum to Examine Clash Over Temples By Bert Eljera
COUNTYWIDE : Volunteers Sought for Leg Drug Study
ROSSMOOR : Perimeter Wall Issue Topic of Hearing By Bert Eljera
LAGUNA NIGUEL : Councilwoman Will Run for Reelection By Lynn Franey
NEWPORT BEACH : Balboa Bay Club Rebuilding OKd By Bob Elston
LAGUNA NIGUEL : Pony League Team Advances in Tourney By Lynn Franey
IRVINE : Fund Set Up for Boy Injured in Collision By Shelby Grad
ANAHEIM : Kids' Fingerprinting Offered at Police Fair By Martin Miller
LAGUNA BEACH : Thursday Is Deadline for SBA Fire Loans By Leslie Earnest
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Boys & Girls Club Names New Director By Jeffrey Bean
Umberg's Campaign Says He's Closing In on Lungren : Politics: It trumpets poll showing assemblyman trails incumbent by only 10 points in attorney general race. By Eric Bailey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
On-Time Property Tax Payments Are Highest Since '89 By Doreen Carvajal
Pedestrian, 12, Fatally Struck in 2-Car Collision By Mark I. Pinsky, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Legal Expert Urges Venue Change in Thornton Case By Dwayne Bray, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kadota Fig Project Clears Last Hurdle : Development: Simi Valley council's decision to pay $41,000 for curbs, gutters and sidewalks paves way for 22 homes for needy families. By Sara Catania, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SIMI VALLEY : Computer Labs Enrich Days at Summer School By Tracy Wilson
Adequate Military Compensation Urged By Alan C. Miller
THOUSAND OAKS : Endowment for Arts Plaza Tops $5 Million By Stephanie Simon
SIMI VALLEY : Councilwoman Webb Will Seek Reelection By Sara Catania
THOUSAND OAKS : Arts Plaza May Host Broadway Musicals By Stephanie Simon
SIMI VALLEY : Quake-Repair Loans, Grants Available By Sara Catania
SIMI VALLEY : Council to Consider Raising Motel Tax 2% By Sara Catania
NEWBURY PARK : Rockwell Scientists Win Phone Grant By Matthew Mosk
VENTURA : Shelter Seizes 2 Horses Used in City Classes By Matthew Mosk
2 Teen-Agers Rob Doughnut Shop By Jason Grant
Metal Detectors for Schools Proposed By Christina Lima
Therapist Denies Assaulting Patient By Dwayne Bray
Oxnard Deal OKd Despite Discovery of DDT By Miguel Bustillo
Oxnard Pair Killed in Collision By Abigail Goldman
VENTURA : City Negotiating for Historic Grocery Site By Constance Sommer
OXNARD : UFW Wins Recount of Workers' Ballots By Miguel Bustillo
CAMARILLO : 3 Council Members to Seek Reelection By J. E. Mitchell
Obituary
EPA Will Halt Kiln's Burning of Wastes : Gorman: The promised federal action against National Cement is a victory for desert environmental activists. By Jill Bettner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MTA Strike's 2nd Day Goes by the Rules : Labor: Union members block vehicles at Sun Valley bus depot. But the route delays are restricted to four minutes each. By Timothy Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Tenants to Buy Home of Their Own : Real estate: Under 1990 federal law known as Title 6, renters raise $8 million in financing to purchase their HUD-subsidized apartment building. By Eric Slater, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VAN NUYS : On-Ramp to Internet Being Built at Magnet By Susan Byrnes
VAN NUYS : District Opens 8 New Citizenship Centers By Maki Becker
MISSION HILLS : Rally to Target Gangs, Violence and Graffiti By Ed Bond
THE FIGHT AGAINST CRIME: NOTES FROM THE FRONT : It's Harder to Be Someone You're Not By Chip Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SAN FERNANDO : $908,259 Allocated for Quake Repairs By James Elmendorf
NORTHRIDGE : Workers Race Clock to Repair CSUN Library By Susan Byrnes
TARZANA : Driver Held After 2 Killed in Accident By Abigail Goldman
AGOURA HILLS / CALABASAS : Road Improvements, Cleanup in the Works By Maki Becker
WOODLAND HILLS : Panah Murder Trial to Remain in Valley By Ann W. O'Neill
CALABASAS : City Gets New Aid for Quake Repairs By James Elmendorf
NORTHRIDGE : Disaster-Aid Grant Will Help Elderly By Hugo Martin
Obituaries
Skeletal Remains Found Near Forest
Graffiti Incidents Decline by One-Third in 6-Month Period By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Program Adds Workplace to Curriculum By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Club Planning to Reopen Without Exotic Dancers By Mark Sabbatini, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Witness Weds Man Accused in Shooting : Ventura County: Marcie James stuns prosecutors in testifying that she married Newbury Park High School football star Leodes Van Buren on July 8. By Jeff Mcdonald, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Artist Wood, 101, to Leave Hospital Soon By Kay Saillant
Crimes Reported to the LAPD
Dump Debate : City, County Clash at Sunshine Canyon
SPORTS
Dodgers Left Twisting in the Wind, 12-5 : Baseball: The bullpen gives up seven runs to the Giants in the seventh inning after Hershiser returns from injury. By Maryann Hudson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PRO FOOTBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Seahawks' Jackson Out Associated Press
Padres Issued Storm Warning by Neighbors By Shav Glick
Angels, Losers Again, Looking to Close a Big Deal Soon : Baseball: A's win, 6-0. California going after Aguilera, Wetteland, Myers or Montgomery. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Phillies' Kruk Has Abdominal Pain Wire Service Reports
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Astros' Bagwell Surpasses 100-RBI Mark From Associated Press
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Martinez and Belle Lead Indians to Split From Associated Press
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Bonds Joins Father in 250/300 Club By Maryann Hudson
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Mariners' Stadium Plan Opposed By Bob Nightengale
Tuna Finally Get Hungry, Provide Feast for Anglers By Pete Thomas
Santa Ana Has Catfish Aplenty
GOLF / THOMAS BONK : Azinger Has New Outlook on His Life
Racer Schumacher Suspended From Staff and Wire Services
Angels Lose Again, Look to Close Deal : Baseball: A's win 6-0. California going after Aguilera, Wetteland, Myers or Montgomery. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
OP PRO SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS : This Could Be the Last Time Robb Has to Work His Magic in Darkness By Mike Reilley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Huntington Beach's Allerton Advances in the Wake of a Legend By Jody Berger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Dukes Grab a Third West Division Title : Tennis: A 28-17 victory over Charlotte puts Newport Beach in the playoffs again. By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Angel Sizzles in Junior Amateur Golf
Sneir Leads Agoura Pony League Team Into World Series
Gaston Wins U.S. Women's Amateur Golf Qualifier
A Suspension for Schumacher From Staff and Wire Services
Noe Two Shots Behind Leader
Magic Must Settle for Playtime By Mike Penner
CSU, Huffman Get Out-of-Court Deal : Jurisprudence: The system agrees to pay former Titan volleyball coach $1.35 million plus legal fees in wrongful termination case. By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hull Isn't Smiling About the Thought of Playing for Keenan By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Go Pro? And Give Up Learning Zulu? By Mike Downey
GOODWILL GAMES : Looks More Like the KGB Than TBS : Scene: Homeless are hidden and visitors from other cities in Russia are harassed in St. Petersburg. By Matt Bivens, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GOODWILL GAMES : Joyner-Kersee Wins Heptathlon, but It Takes Beer, Sweat and Tears : Track and field: Gold medal almost gets lost in Russian translation. By Randy Harvey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
College, Minor League Sites Likely for Two Seattle Teams From Associated Press
RAIDERS : Teams Have Short Workouts in Barcelona Associated Press
He Finds Things Haven't Changed Much By Matt Bivens
POSTCARD: ST. PETERSBURG : You Might Need More Than a Rabbit's Foot to Survive By Randy Harvey
Coming to a Fork in the River : Middle Fork of San Joaquin Isn't Far From Civilization, but It Is a Hot Spot for Trout By Pete Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
UC Irvine's Baker Studies Possible Return to Seton Hall By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Many of the Hardest Workers at Del Mar Will Be Commuters : Opening day: For various reasons, some trainers will stable their horses in L.A. and ship them south as needed. By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOLF / STEVE ELLING : Field Ages as Woods Runs Away By Steve Elling
Kings Trade for O'Donnell
Suns Sign Green and No. 1 Draft Pick Associated Press
New Laker Burying the Hatchet By Matt White, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL / JEFF FLETCHER : Desperate Redfern Found Fast Relief From Persuasive Infielder By Jeff Fletcher
Barajas Piles Up Victories On, Off Court : Tennis: Childhood struggles, bout with cancer help LAPD officer from Granada Hills put positive spin on life. By Dana Haddad, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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