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What happened on May 05, 1994
ENTERTAINMENT
Dance Review : Royal Ballet Turns to Madness of 'Mayerling' : The beloved British company opens its week at the Orange County Performing Arts Center with Kenneth MacMillan's narrative fantasy about a crazy, mixed-up royal sadist. By Martin Bernheimer, TIMES MUSIC/DANCE CRITIC
Art Review : Gonzalez-Torres Evokes a Poetry of Interaction By Christopher Knight, TIMES ART CRITIC
Movies By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Jazz Review : Miller Mixes Snap Tunes and Subtlety By Don Heckman
Club Review : Hollywood Athletic Club's Blues Option By Heidi Siegmund
Screening Room : 'The Bodhi-Dharma' Celebrates Nature By Kevin Thomas
Pop Music Review : Booker T Band: Untrendy, Pure Sounds By Don Snowden
Instant Video
O.C. Jazz Review : Bennett Flies 'Em to the Moon By Bill Kohlhaase, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Chew On This: Popcorn Sales Decline a Little By David J. Fox, TIMES STAFF WRITER
That 'Nutty' Eddie Murphy By Claudia Eller, TIMES MOVIE EDITOR
Perick to Change Titles at L.A. Chamber Orchestra : Music: He will relinquish the title of music director and become the musical and artistic adviser for the financially troubled group. By Diane Haithman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brooks Still in Country Awards Spotlight : Pop music: While in Nashville for the birth of his second child, he is named the entertainer of the year. By Richard Cromelin, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The French Had a Name for It: Film Noir : Movies: 'Darkness, despair, deceit and ice in the veins' are on display in a UCLA series showcasing little-seen Gallic gems. By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
Passions Stir Dramatically in 'Nightfalls' Melting Pot : Theater: OCC instructor John Ferzacca directs students in the premiere of his reflective play about 'remarkable' Los Angeles. By Mark Chalon Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
To El Vez, the King Will Always Be 'El Rey' By Jim Washburn, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
NEWS
Cellular-toting postal carriers get a direct line to crime-fighting.
Dills' Japanese American record is put on the line.
ELECTIONS : Rival Threatens Suit Over Letter Charging Tainted Business Practices : Bitter battle escalates in GOP race for 36th Congressional District nomination. Ron Florance accuses Susan Brooks of deceiving voters about his past. By Ted Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Small but Growing Orthodox Church Needs Larger Home By Scott Collins, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Proposals Sought for Navy Land : Development: Committee debates plans for 27 acres in San Pedro. Questions arise over plan for a homeless shelter. By Susan Woodward, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Centinela School District Will Lay Off 14 Teachers' Aides By Scott Sandell
Crime Not Up in South Bay, Officials Say By Susan Woodward
REGION : Public Hearing to Be Held on Beach Funding By James Benning
LENNOX : Supervisors Suspended Over Deputies' Party By Gordon Dillow
TORRANCE : Airport to Host Restored World War II Bombers By Mary Guthrie
INGLEWOOD : McKenna Becomes Compton Deputy Supt. By Lisa Richardson
TORRANCE : Sky-Diving Pen Pals Visit Pupils--by Car By Mary Guthrie
CENTINELA SCHOOLS : Board Member to Quit for Move to Las Vegas By Scott Sandell
HERMOSA BEACH : Council Amends Zoning Laws to Permit Filming By James Benning
REDONDO BEACH : City Seeks Public Input on Exotic Dance Troupe By James Benning
COVER STORY : The Soil of Turmoil : Land Preserve Welcomed With Wary Eye on Deal That Saved It By Susan Woodward, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LANE VICTORY UPDATE : D-Day Ship Breaks Down Near Acapulco By Gordon Dillow
PALOS VERDES ESTATES : Meeting to Discuss Safety Without Guns By Susan Woodward
LOMITA : City Council Meetings to Be Televised Soon
Recycled-Gift Shop
Sports By Rob Fernas
Working Magic on Iranian Specialty By Michael Krikorian
Homeowners Take Offensive Against Gang Violence By Mary Guthrie
Beverage Balance
Of Schmaltz and Grieven
City Hall News / ELSEWHERE
City Hall News / ALTADENA : Ousted Candidate's Bid to Return Sparks Race By Richard Winton, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Rape Allegations Spark Controversy at Pomona College : Discipline: Man faces school board after student claims he assaulted her 2 1/2 years ago on a date. Case raises questions about right to conduct such hearings. By Deborah Sullivan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Audit Calls for Tighter Fiscal Control at Cal Poly : Education: Irregularities were caused by miscommunications, inexperience and lack of oversight, report states. It says the violations were isolated incidents. By Denise Hamilton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Topics / POLICE : Officer Writes Tell-All Book on Pasadena Force : A 16-year veteran identifies racial intolerance and on-the-job politics as major problems. Police officials say that's all in the past. By Mike Carlson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Topics / RELIGION : New Day to Ring at Mission Bell Tower By Joe Donnelly, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Topics / POLICE BLOTTER
Schools : Pupils Protest Plan to Dump Dirt From Construction By Deborah Sullivan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Bid to Force Recall of Soto Fails By Richard Winton, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
West Covina : Dedication of Japanese Servicemen's Memorial
DIAMOND BAR : Councilman's Vote on Development Was OK, Probe Finds
THE REGION : Sheriff's Stations to Take Guns for Disposal
THE REGION : Students to Get Free County Fair Tickets
EL MONTE : Local PUC Field Office Merged With Downey's
THE REGION : Water Reclamation Project to Begin
GLENDORA : Volunteers Needed as Teachers' Aides in Japan
THE REGION : Mayors Will Make 15th Bid to Fill AQMD Seat
WEST COVINA : Council Seeks to Limit Adult Businesses
Transportation: MTA Design Priorities for Pasadena Light-Rail Line
Education: The Value of Dress Codes
Schools: San Gabriel, Alhambra District Battle
Cover Story : DOUBLE WHAMMY! : Wham-O's San Gabriel headquarters was once a rollicking joint full of Hula Hoops, Frisbees--and employees. Then the company was sold and most of the jobs went elsewhere. Now, uncertainty looms as a new owner takes over. But oh, the memories. By Renee Tawa, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sports
LONG BEACH : Budget Plan Would Add 38 Police, Hike Fees By Psyche Pascual
Forgotten Hero : Whittier Bash to Honor Man Who Headed Mexican State By Andrew Lepage, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Priest Relieved of Duties at Parish School : Bellflower: Parents of children at St. Bernard's and church officials questioned his handling of finances and personnel. He will remain as pastor. By Greg Miller, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
City to Test Curfew Sweeps of Juveniles
Faulty Gas System May Have Released Toxins By Richard Winton
Teaching Teen-Agers Risks of Sex By Mary Helen Berg
Another Fire Sets Back Reopening of Ballroom
Street Safety Group Loses Case Against Hotel By Greg Miller
Escutia Named Chair of New Subcommittee
Cover Story : THE Incredible Shrinking Long Beach Airport By Edmund Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THEATER REVIEW : Fast-Paced, 'Miss Pell' Is Missing the Mark By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Preservation: Lost Long Beach Landmarks
Sports : VIKING DYNASTY By Kirby Lee
A Life Story Woven of Truth and Fiction : ONCE UPON A TIME \o7 by John Barth\f7 ; Little Brown $23.95, 398 pages By Richard Eder, TIMES BOOK CRITIC
FASHION : Now, That's Costuming! By Betty Goodwin
LAUGH LINES : Jokes
BY DESIGN : The Foundation of Lingerie Sales
BY DESIGN : The Fabrics That Made L.A. Swoon With Delight By Gaile Robinson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Viva the King By Rose Apodaca Jones
Tucked-In Ties Are a Preppy Proposition By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Next Stop: The Polo Lounge? By Laurie K. Schenden
Dancing to Dreams' Content
FASHION : Support Can Be Beautiful By Debra Gendel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BEHIND THE SCENES : Formally Pooled Resources
A Tight Pair: Man and His Jeans By Kathryn Bold, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Safety Net for Employees With Kids : Family: Knowing that a child-care mix-up can keep a working parent at home--and cut productivity--a growing number of companies are offering backup assistance. By Elizabeth Mehren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Heather Chronicles : Just Who Is This Woman Who Has Captured the Heart of Senate Leader George Mitchell? By Geraldine Baum, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Buried Treasures : Museums Are Cashing In on Ancient Riches With a Dizzying Array of Reproductions By Denise Hamilton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BY DESIGN : The Big E : Capital letters on Your LEVI'S Label Counl Put Cash in Your Pocket By Kathie Jenkins, TIMES STAFF WRITER
What It All Means By Kathie Jenkins
Getting Started By Kathie Jenkins
The Facts About Those Levi's Myths By Kathie Jenkins
Dating the Jeans By Kathie Jenkins
Make Plans Before You Need Them By Elizabeth Mehren
Sick Kid? There's Someplace to Turn By Elizabeth Mehren
President Nixon
Mother's Day
Aldrich Ames
Rep. Dreier on King Verdict
Press Anxiety
AJ Congress on Haiti
Armenians in Karabakh
Voter Registration
Cinco de Mayo : Remembering Mexico's Victory Over The French
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Teachers at 2 Schools to Grade Students on Their CLAS Test Answers : Education: Officials say the marks will allow immediate assessment of pupils' progress. There will be no penalty for those not taking the controversial exam. By Mark Sabbatini, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Harry R. Biederman; Lockheed Economist, Forecasting Expert
Judge Charles Litwin; OKd Blue Line Route
Chris A. Butler; Film Set Decorator
Karl Hettinger; Survived 1963 'Onion Field' Attack By Eric Malnic, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Legislators to Subpoena Names of Sex Offenders Up for Parole By Dan Morain, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ohio Rivals Begin Senate Campaign \o7 Associated Press\f7
Clinton OKs Job-Training Program for Young People \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Jewish Graves Desecrated \o7 Reuters\f7
BIENVENIDOS: Today is Cinco de Mayo, a day... By David Haldane and Jim Washburn
UNO IN CHINA: Numero Uno is living up to its name. The Van... By Michael Arkush
CINCO DE MAYO: Oxnard College holds a series of events... By Kenneth R. Weiss
Rocket Attack Kills 4, Injures 100 in Kabul \o7 Associated Press\f7
India Explosion Kills 23 \o7 Associated Press\f7
2 Firefighters Identified as Malibu Blaze Suspects : Arson: Both have denied wrongdoing, and the father of one of them calls the case 'Kafkaesque.' Prosecutors remain unsure about pressing criminal charges. By Jim Newton and Josh Meyer, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Gaza, Jericho Become Centers of New Palestinian Homeland : Mideast: Last-minute dispute over maps briefly delays signing by Israel and PLO of historic pact on self-rule. Rabin voices misgivings about Arabs' readiness to govern areas. By Kim Murphy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : Subic Bay: A Relic Is Reborn : Old U.S. Navy base is now a hub of enterprise and foreign investment. 'People power' has helped convert barracks to a casino, lured firms such as Reebok and saved the facility from looters, volcanic ash. By Karl Schoenberger, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Last Loose End Wrapped Up in ZZZZ Best Fraud Case : Finance: Key player Maurice Rind signs decree, averting trial. But U.S. won't be able to collect $720,000. By Paul Lieberman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Peace Depends on Israeli Safety, Better Arab Life By Michael Parks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ford, Carter, Reagan Push for Gun Ban By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hundreds More Bridges May Need Retrofitting : Roads: Caltrans director says inspections find a greater need than expected. Bond issue may not cover all costs. By Virginia Ellis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S., 15 Other Nations Act to Bolster Dollar By James Gerstenzang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brown Follows Roots, Finds Campaign Trail By George Skelton
Conflict Between Mexican State, National Government Grows By Sebastian Rotella, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS / GOVERNOR : Wilson's Challengers Unveil First Television Commercials By Cathleen Decker, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS / GOVERNOR : Hayden to Air 13-Minute Ad on Cable TV By Daniel M. Weintraub, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Judge Delivers Setback to Nuclear Dump : Environment: Ruling says state has failed to answer radioactive leakage question. Action suspends license. By Frank Clifford, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
Casino Owner's Daughter Testifies About Kidnaping By Maria L. La Ganga, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Decides to Reintroduce Gray Wolves to Rockies : Conservation: Animals will run wild in Yellowstone and other wilderness areas. Some ranchers worry about danger to livestock. By Melissa Healy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.N. May Be Target in Rwandan Artillery Battles \o7 From Times Wire Services\f7
POLITICS : Shad and Senate Candidates Both Feeling the Heat in Virginia : State's contentious slate converges on bipartisan fish cookout. The voters smell desperation campaigning. By Robert Shogan, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
MIDEAST BREAKTHROUGH : Maps Give Latitude for Discord as Signing Almost Comes a Cropper : Ceremony: As world watches, men on stage bicker and huddle. Finally, Israel and PLO sign--and then some. By Robin Wright, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MIDEAST BREAKTHROUGH : After Signing, Cynicism, Bitterness Persist : Reaction: 'Let the last soldier leave . . . and the last prisoner become free, and you will see this celebration,' one Palestinian says. By Mark Fineman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MIDEAST BREAKTHROUGH : Remaining Issues Associated Press
MIDEAST BREAKTHROUGH : Voices
Aid Flights to Sarajevo Are Suspended After Gunfire Hits 2 Planes \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Let Haitians Solve Their Crisis, U.N. Chief Urges : Caribbean: Report was delayed four days. Officials deny it conflicts with Clinton call for more sanctions. By Stanley Meisler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Decision on Caning Disappoints White House : Asia: Clinton aide says Singapore's reduction of U.S. teen's sentence is still 'out of step' with crime. Youth's mother thinks flogging is imminent. By Charles P. Wallace, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hata Decries Denial of WWII Atrocities : Japan: New Cabinet minister had called massacre of Chinese in Nanjing 'a fabrication.' By Sam Jameson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Death Toll From Cyclone That Hit Bangladesh Rises to 167 \o7 From Reuters\f7
European Union Plan for 4 New Members Approved \o7 From Reuters\f7
EPA's Garden Variety Idea: Regulate Lawn Equipment : Environment: Mowers, saws and other gas engines account for 10% of nation's pollution. New rules signal need for tighter controls to further clear the air. By Melissa Healy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'A to Z' Lawmakers Push for Wide-Open Debate on Cuts : House: Reps. Andrews and Zeliff want to end the panel system on budget bills. They want a 56-hour free-for-all debate. Speaker Foley blasts the idea. By William J. Eaton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Two Democrats Back GOP Health Plan : Congress: Sens. Kerrey and Boren say move is needed to prevent gridlock on reform. They say they still support Clinton's goal of universal coverage. By Edwin Chen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Redress OKd in Razing of Black Florida Town \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Panel Seeks to Extend School Hours, Year By Mary Jordan, THE WASHINGTON POST
Latino Hunger Strike Continues at UCSB \o7 From a Times staff writer\f7
Votes for Ban Proving to Be Elusive Target By Ronald Brownstein, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
'Aryan Beauty' Killing Brings Death Penalty \o7 Associated Press\f7
State Argues CLAS Test Does Not Require Consent : Courts: Education Department files brief in lawsuit by parents, saying the exam does not invade privacy. By Jean Merl, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
House Committee Approves Desert Protection Act
From $650,000 O.C. House to Welfare Line : Finances: Despite assets including a $7,700 watch, Susie Hernandez applies for AFDC, authorities say. By Mark Platte, TIMES STAFF WRITER
More O.C. Bridges Face Quake Tests By Virginia Ellis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Casino Owner's Daughter Tells of Kidnaping By Maria L. La Ganga, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'THE MUSIC OF MEXICO' : Trends (Such as \o7 Banda\f7 ) Come and Go, but Mariachi Is Forever By Rick Vanderknyff, \o7 Rick VanderKnyff is a free-lance writer who contributes regularly to The Times Orange County Edition. Free-lance writer Willson Cummer contributed to this story\f7
BROAD IN THE BEAT : Not All the Acts Fusing Into the Festival in Irvine Are Easy to Categorize By Bill Kohlhaase, \o7 Bill Kohlhaase is a free-lance writer who regularly covers jazz for the The Times Orange County Edition\f7
The following are the top music sales in Orange County for...
Beautiful People "If 60's Were 90's" / \o7 Continuum Records\f7 By Jim Washburn
Throwing Muses "Throwing Muses" (1986) / \o7 4AD\f7 (British import) By Mike Boehm
POP MUSIC : Hinojosa Spices Songs With Cultural Variety By Mike Boehm, \o7 Mike Boehm covers pop music for The Times Orange County Edition\f7
Bronco Billy's Bucks the Glitz Trend By Zan Dubin
A FEW WAYS TO MAKE MOM'S DAY : Whether It's Ballet Tickets, Brunch or the Zoo, Part of the Gift Is Being Together By Corinne Flocken, \o7 Cory Flocken covers children's events for The Times Orange County Edition\f7
Getting Caught in the Mom-entum of the Day By Anne Michaud, \o7 Anne Michaud is a staff writer for The Times Orange County Edition\f7
Rockin' Fig & Dave : Foundation Unites Activists in Battle Against Ocean Pollution By Rick Fignetti and David Reyes, \o7 Rockin' Fig is Rick Fignetti, a Huntington Beach surfer/shop owner. Times staff writer David Reyes has reported on U.S. surf teams competing in Bali and Brazil\f7
Wheelmen to Embark on Tour de Force of Local Cycling By Rick Vanderknyff, \o7 Rick VanderKnyff is a free-lance writer who regularly contributes to The Times Orange County Edition\f7
Keen Subtlety, Suspense Make for an Inviting 'Uninvited' By Jon Matsumoto
Divine Right in 'Polyester' By Mark Chalon Smith, \o7 Mark Chalon Smith is a free-lancer who regularly writes about film for The Times Orange County Edition\f7
In Life Lessons 101, 'With Honors' Passes : \o7 In "With Honors," a driven Harvard government major and a homeless bum teach each other lessons about life after the bum finds the boy's lost senior thesis and demands favors for its return. (Rated PG-13)\f7 By Lynn Smith, \o7 Lynn Smith is a staff writer for The Times' Life & Style section\f7
Orange County Fans' Choices
Get Used to Buckets o' Lobster, Baja Style By Max Jacobson, \o7 Max Jacobson is a free-lance writer who reviews restaurants weekly for The Times Orange County Edition\f7
Hell and High Water : Costa Rica Trip Is Not Your Typical Drive in the Country By T. Jefferson Parker, \o7 T. Jefferson Parker is a novelist and writer who lives in Orange County. His column appears in OC Live! the first three Thursdays of every month\f7
Fullerton Shoppes Offer Journey Down British Aisles By Benjamin Epstein, \o7 Benjamin Epstein is a free-lance writer who regularly contributes to The Times Orange County Edition\f7
This Week, We Are Going to the Birds By Wendy Miller, Wendy Miller is editor of Ventura County Life
THEATER REVIEW : Musical a Warm Look at Marriage : 'I Do! I Do!' follows a couple through 50 years--and is as cuddly as a bunny. By Todd Everett, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEW : Chaos and Clowning Reign in Staging of Italian Comedy : Carlo Goldini's "The Servant of Two Masters" at Ventura College involves disguises and high jinks. But mostly it's loud. By Todd Everett, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Master Fiddler to Give Mother's Day Concert : Virtuoso Mark O'Connor, who also plays guitar and mandolin, isn't limited to country; his mastery extends to classical, jazz and bluegrass. By Robyn Loewenthal, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
KMFDM's Relentless Beat Due in Ventura : The band, whose latest album is called 'Angst,' is led by a couple of Germans who reveal the real meaning of the group's name. By Bill Locey, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Dogging the Bird : Is Chris Faanes your typical weekend bird watcher? Don't count on it. By Pancho Doll, TIMES STAFF WRITER
There's No Mystery Where Authors Will Be : Five writers will be autographing their books at a bookstore in Thousand Oaks. By Frances Halpern, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GOINGS ON : Calendar Offers Psychedelia, Scribes and Sea Breezes : Interested in the outdoors? How about classical music? There will be events for many interests--including festivals and concerts. By Leo Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
MUSIC : Pianist Charles Brown to Bring Legendary Blues Sound to Town : His tunes topped the charts in the 1940s, and he's just as good today. By Bill Locey, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEW : Getting Real With 'Death of a Salesman' : PCPA Theaterfest's stunning production features leading regional performer James Edmondson as Willie Loman. By Philip Brandes, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Philip Glass to Play His Music at UCSB Concert : The famed champion of minimalism has become the movement's most successful and popular composer. By Josef Woodard, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
REWIND : Viewing British 'Fawlty Towers' Is to Both Cringe and Laugh By Rick Vanderknyff
REEL LIFE / FILM & VIDEO FILE : Seminar to Help Writers Deal With Rebuffs : Natalie Lemberg, who spent four years composing rejection letters for a Hollywood company, will address issues of getting produced. By Pancho Doll, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County Seeks to Lure Earth-Friendly Firms : There are wide-ranging efforts to attract business that are ecologically sound. By Richard Kahlenberg, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SHOP TALK : Knowing Basics Will Guide You Through Forest of Formal Wear : If you have to rent a tuxedo, it helps to know what's trendy and where to find discounts. This year, vests are popular. By Leo Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
FASHION : Prom Preparations Put Endurance to the Test : The search for the perfect dress and necessary accessories requires true grit. And as any girl will tell you, the guys have it easy. By Kathleen Williams, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
FOR THE KIDS : Simi Valley Anglers Get a Line on Prizes : Nearly 1,000 youths are expected to compete at Saturday's Huck Finn Fishing Derby at the Rancho Simi park pond. By Jane Hulse, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
JAUNTS : Peter Strauss Ranch Going Back in Time With Beatles Music : Free concert is billed as a Mother's Day special. Visitors can learn about the site's colorful history with a docent-led tour. By Jane Hulse, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Island Delights at Namesake Eatery : Cajun, Creole and Caribbean cuisine share menu at Calypso's new neighbor on State Street. By Hilary Dole Klein, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Here's one of those all's-right-with-the-world... By Leo Smith
Mural, Mural on the Wall, What's the Safest Sex of All?
Residents Call for Crackdown on Gangs Along Hollywood Blvd. By Scott Collins, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Ex-Conservancy Official Will Head New Streisand Center By Myron Levin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Playa Vista Critics Ask Judge to Block $7-Billion Project : Development: Save Ballona Wetlands group argues that builder's environmental studies failed to assess the effect of additional traffic and air pollution. By Ron Russell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BRIEFLY : Health: Clinic Earns High Award
TOPICS / HOUSING : Building a Solid Foundation By Ted Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BRIEFLY : Education: UCLA Gets 6 Fellowships
Safety Group Launches Drive to Fund Police Substation By Jake Doherty
Police Seek Trio in 3 Sunday Carjackings
Mahony Presides Over Slain Priest's Funeral
Hospital to Offer Free Health Aids for Women
COVER STORY : Social Studies : Scientist Simon LeVay Heads New College That Explores Contributions of Gay Community--Now All He Needs Is a Building By Ken Ellingwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Boardwalk: 2 Fronts of Opposition
Carving Out Culture By Christina V. Godbey
How You Can Really 'Get Smart' By Mary Laine Yarber
Sports By Sean Waters and Rob Fernas and Kirby Lee
City Hall Roundup
BUSINESS
Nynex, Viacom to Collaborate on New Interactive Products From Associated Press
Dollar Climbs Sharply After U.S. Intervenes From Times Wire Services
Derivatives Study Proposes Tighter Rules : Investments: Sources say GAO report due out in two weeks will recommend expanding the SEC's role in the booming market. From Associated Press
Biotechnology Wins Round in Fight on Drug Price Controls : Medicine: Federal cost review panel may be dropped from health care plan. Research investment is seen as endangered. By David R. Olmos, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TURBULENT TIMES MANAGING THE ECONOMY / ONE COMPANY'S VIEW : Main Street Tries to Cope : Wall Street Numbers Don't Wash With Faucet Maker By Patrick Lee, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TURBULENT TIMES MANAGING THE ECONOMY / THE NATIONAL DEBATE : Furor Grows Over Fed Policy : Democrats Complain Rising Interest Rates Will Choke Recovery By Robert A. Rosenblatt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
As Derivatives Debacles Add Up, It's Time to Ask: Hedge or Risk? 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
Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Senate Approves Credit Bill to Boost Consumer Rights : Congress: Burden of proof in disputes would shift to reporting bureaus. Many of the provisions already exist in California. From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Health From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Utilities Haven't Met Minority Goals, Coalition Says By Jesus Sanchez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Southland Home Prices, Sales Drop
FDA Gets Strict With 'Healthy' Definition : Food: The new rules are seen as a victory for consumer groups that had pushed for standards in nutrition labeling. By Denise Gellene, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LDDS Makes $2-Billion Offer for Williams Co. Phone Unit From Reuters
California Still a Wallflower at National Recovery Dance : Economy: The Fed's 'beige book' report shows solid growth in other parts of the country. From Times Wire Services
Southwest Creates Reservation System After Rivals Give It the Boot From Reuters
Company Town Annex From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Company Town Annex From Times Staff and Wire Reports
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Autos From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Media From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Media From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Dollar Jumps as U.S. Intervenes; Stocks Ease From Times Staff and Wire Services
Final OK Said to Be Near on Saudi Jet Buy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Executive Travel : Travel Policies Are All Over the Map By Carol Smith, CAROL SMITH \o7 is a free-lance writer based in Pasadena\f7
International Business : To Vietnamese Vendors, 'Open Market' Means Just That : Asia: Peddlers prefer to eke out a living on the streets. Police sweeps and new, covered facilities fail to unclog the cities. From Reuters
Developing Nations Received 37% of Foreign Investment in... From Times Staff and Wire Reports
International Business : Global Markets and Economic Update
Germany Clears Final Obstacle to Privatization of... From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Mexico's Unemployment at 3.8% in January: The nation's... From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Auto Sales Revving Up : Consumers: O.C. dealers find hot models in short supply and report an increase in special orders for cars that meet buyers' specifications. By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Disney Cruises Into New Venture From Associated Press
Marketing And Media Compiled by Anne Michaud, Times staff writer
Marketing And Media Compiled by Anne Michaud, Times staff writer
Marketing And Media Compiled by Anne Michaud, Times staff writer
Airlines Clear Way for Southwest, Cut John Wayne Service : Transportation: American's elimination of flights to Sacramento and other cities prompts complaints--but not from the travel industry. By Debora Vrana, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Firm Agrees to Buy Fountain Valley Hospital : Health care: Tennessee-based OrNda HealthCorp seeks to enlarge its regional base. It owns 16 facilities in Southland. By Dean Takahashi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MARKETING AND MEDIA : El Pollo Loco Crosses the Border for Its New Ad Campaign Compiled by Anne Michaud, Times staff writer
Cash-Poor Gateway Selling Some of Its Assets
Tri-Lite Inc.: The Irvine company, which designs, makes...
Urethane Technologies Inc.: The Santa Ana company received...
CommerceBancorp: The holding company for CommerceBank...
US Facilities Corp.: The target of a hostile takeover...
Odetics Inc.: The maker of computer storage equipment and...
FOOD
The Wax Treatment: Produce Beauty Secrets Revealed By Daniel P. Puzo, TIMES STAFF WRITER
California Goes for the Gold By Charles Perry
GARDEN FRESH : Serve Lightly Flowered By Sylvia Thompson
PARTY LINE : Scotch on Ice By Kathie Jenkins, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Days of Futures Past? By Dan Berger, TIMES WINE WRITER
Mother's Day : The Comeback Cookie By Amy Ephron, \f7 and \o7 Ephron is currently one of the producers of the movie "A Little Princess" for Warner Bros. Her last novel, "Biodegradable Soap," was nominated for a PEN-West Fiction Award.
Mother's Day : M Is for the Mess I Made Her By Dan Berger, TIMES WINE WRITER
Cinco de Mayo : Celebrating Traditional Mexican Cooking : Holidays: Four local Mexican cooks share their recipes for a great Cinco de Mayo. By Barbara Hansen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fire-Roasted Tomato Soup, German Cake By Rose Dosti
Reasonable Risotto By Marion Cunningham
Miami, California By Jonathan Gold
MARKETS : A \o7 Supermercado \f7 in Santa Ana By Linda Burum
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Where there are stock traders there's smoke . . . : The... By Steve Harvey
An Odd Twist to Stripper 'Shower Shows' By Scott Harris
Gun Down the Tools of Slaughter : House votes today on assault weapons bill
CITY COUNCIL WATCH : Enough Already
A Mutual Liberation Movement : Newly signed agreement unfetters Israelis as well as Palestinians
Big Payoff for a Little Unity
PERSPECTIVE ON LATINOS : L.A.'s Culture Comes Full Circle : Cinco de Mayo, a minor holiday in Mexico, is a major celebration of local Mexicans' becoming the mainstream. By David E. Hayes-bautista and Gregory Rodriguez, \o7 David E. Hayes-Bautista is director of the Alta California Policy Research Center, an independent think tank studying Latino issues. Gregory Rodriguez is a researcher and writer at the center. They are writing a book on the Latinization of California\f7
A Gun Widow's Request: Courage in Congress : Assault weapons: Their sole purpose is killing on a mass scale; why not vote to save lives? By Michelle Scully, \o7 Michelle Scully is a San Francisco lawyer. \f7
Nude 'Shower Shows' Go Down the Drain : Only Commissioner David Honda was courageous enough to abstain and call the issue 'absurd' and 'anti-business.' By Scott Harris
A Close-Up Look at People Who Matter : Boys & Girls Club to Honor Mayor, Actor By Rebecca Bryant, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Obituaries
County Firefighters Expect Bigger Tax Share : Finances: Union official says three supervisors now support giving the department some of the Proposition 172 money. By Peggy Y. Lee and Phyllis W. Jordan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Cadets Begin Training Under Fire : Law enforcement: First class of 1994 gets under way at the Ventura County Sheriff's Academy. They face six months of tough training. By Mack Reed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Schools to Delay New Choice Policy : Education: Oxnard district officials postpone open enrollment because of concerns of racial imbalance. By Maia Davis, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
One Skill Potential Gladiators Need Is an Ability to Be Humble By Theresa Willis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : Getting the Jump on TB
Group Presses Fight Against Disney Expansion By Chris Woodyard, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wetlands Swap for U.S. Land Sought : Environment: The Fish and Wildlife Service favors trade of Marine base land for ecologically sensitive property. Koll official calls it fantasy. By H.G. Reza, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Contrast Is Striking : Husband Pickets, Wife Crosses Line to Help Feed Students at Son's School By Martin Miller, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Judge Excuses 6 Pupils From CLAS Test : Courts: Parents win restraining order against Placentia-Yorba Linda and Tustin districts. By E.J. Gong Jr., TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. Treasury Turmoil Puts Officials on Alert : Investing: Sanitation district contends it lost money after criticism by executive Robert L. Citron's political foe. The county may delay refinancing of bond money. By Kevin Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Prosecutor Gets Reprimand in Payola Case By Henry Weinstein and Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Going Once, Twice: Gorman Is Up for Grabs : Property: It's a chance to own your own town, but some might call it a $13.6-million fixer-upper. By David W. Myers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Elvis Fever : Fans of the King Flock to See Memorabilia Being Sold at Auction By Paul Feldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mayor Accused of Undermining Offer to Police : Contracts: Council members say Riordan failed to hold line that latest proposal was city's last. By James Rainey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Supervisors to Vote on Halting Services at City, State Beaches : Spending: County calls for others to share expenses for lifeguards and maintenance. Critics say public safety would be jeopardized. By Carla Rivera, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOP Leaders to Ask Rogan Foes to Quit Race : 43rd District: Officials will urge two rivals of the new assemblyman to abandon the June primary. Peter Repovich says he's in it to stay. By John Schwada, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chief Defends LAPD Amid Criticism Over Reports : Law enforcement: Williams says Valley documents that suggested police should target minority men didn't have approval of management. By Hugo Martin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Town for Sale By David W. Myers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Money-Making Concessions Weighed for Valley Parks By Hugo Martin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Officials Hope Drop in Smog Continues : Environment: County air district, trying to meet a federal deadline, cites trend of fewer unhealthful days. By Joanna M. Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CAMARILLO : Group Seeks to Fight City's Smoking Ban By J.E. Mitchell
LOS ANGELES : Homeless Advocates Still Occupying Structure
PORT HUENEME : Navy to Dedicate New Laboratory By J. E. Mitchell
VENTURA : Volunteers Sought to Fight Stubborn Weed By Phyllis W. Jordan
VENTURA : Chief Deputy for West County Named By Mack Reed
OXNARD : Plan to Privatize Festival Delayed By Jeff Mcdonald
LOS ANGELES : School Board OKs Move to Leadership by Clusters
LOS ANGELES : D-Day Ship Must Stop in Acapulco for Repairs
VENICE : Anti-Gang Rally Planned in Oakwood on Saturday
Countywide : O.C. Crime Summit Attracts 250 Officials By Greg Hernandez
ANAHEIM : 6,000 Hear Koop Rx on Health Care By Tammerlin Drummond
SANTA ANA : College District Sued Over Adult Classes By Jon Nalick
LOS ANGELES : Chief Insists Ethnicity Not Used in Stopping Suspects
Students Get Creative Lesson in Aztec History By Jennifer Oldham
TOPANGA : Canyon Oaks Site Named for Edelman By Kurt Pitzer
OXNARD : Jury to Weigh Lesser Charge in Slaying By Dwayne Bray
Teachers at 3 Colleges Accept Salary Offer By Jeff Mcdonald
Santa Ana : Youth Critically Wounded by Gunfire
SANTA ANA : Funeral to Be Today for Bludgeon Victim
Members Sought for Education Panel By Kay Hwangbo
Asian Group Gets Grant for Programs By Kay Hwangbo
Young Tutors Give Stories Extra Appeal By Bert Eljera
Countywide : Mosquito Season and Its Dangers Arrive By Anna Cekola
ENCINO : Gunmen Seize Cash, Video Game Systems By Chau Lam
GRANADA HILLS : Judge to Give OK for Dump Expansion By Hugo Martin
CAMARILLO : School Board Looks at Student Testing By J.E. Mitchell
FULLERTON : City Bans For-Profit Auto Work at Homes By Mimi Ko
SAN CLEMENTE : Students Get a New View of Education By Frank Messina
BUENA PARK : Fire Service Contract Proposal Debated By Debra Cano
SIMI VALLEY : Man Dies of Injuries After 2 Cars Collide By Peggy Y. Lee
Schillo Presses for Fire Services Report By Stephanie Simon
THOUSAND OAKS : Shots Fired During Unsuccessful Robbery By Peggy Y. Lee
NEWPORT BEACH : 2 Groups Seek Recall of 3 on City Council By Bob Elston
Singer Is Cleared of Drug Charges : Courts: No counts will be filed against Courtney Love. She had been arrested on suspicion of narcotics possession after she became ill from prescription medication at a Beverly Hills hotel. By Chuck Philips, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Arguments on Evidence Delay Gates' Testimony By David Ferrell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Council Puts Consolidation Plan on Hold By James Rainey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BURBANK : Council Toughens Ban on Pushcarts By Ed Bond
VAN NUYS : Guardian Angel Proposes Patrol for Boulevard By Jeff Schnaufer
THOUSAND OAKS : City OKs 7% Annual Raises for Managers By Stephanie Simon
Decisions
IRVINE : Deerfield Avenue May Be Spruced Up By Shelby Grad
DANA POINT : Petitions Could Force Headlands Plan Vote By Len Hall
BURBANK : Electronic Forum to Be Fine-Tuned By Ed Bond
GLENDALE : Officers on Bikes to Patrol Business Area By Jennifer Oldham
VAN NUYS : Retrial Delayed in Case of Boy's Death By Thom Mrozek
SAN FERNANDO : Worker Rejects Suit Despite Hearing Loss By Susan Byrnes
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Bolsa Chica Regional Park Plan Approved By Bill Billiter
Critics Say Conflicts Certain in Simpson's Tourism Job : Government: Anaheim councilman counters that he told hotel-motel group that the city comes first. By Matt Lait, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Schoolteacher Faces Charges of Having Sex With Teen-Age Boy : Courts: The L.A. school district removes the North Hollywood from the classroom. She may have met the boy when he was her student. By Thom Mrozek, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Against Advice, Daughter Takes Stand in Mom's Murder Trial : Court: Nicole Samuels Moroianu is called an unindicted co-conspirator in alleged plots that snuffed lives of stepfather and former fiance. By Ann W. O'Neill, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clothesline Project Airs the Messages of Violence to Women : Exhibit: Shirts hung at Moorpark College are part of national campaign to draw attention to abuse and rape. By Julie Fields, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Modification of Flood Basin Plans Sought By Matthew Mosk and Stephanie Simon, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RV Park Opponents Vow to Appeal Case to Coastal Commission : Port Hueneme: The City Council approves the project at beachfront site. If necessary, residents plan legal action in attempt to block the plan. By Christina Lima, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Death of Boy Hit By Truck Called Accident : Investigation: Sheriff's Department says neither bus driver who dropped him off nor truck driver is to blame. By Mark I. Pinsky, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bystanders Rescue 2 as House Goes Up in Flames : Fires: The screaming and badly burned victims are carried out of the dwelling by a roofer and a neighbor. The blaze started in a mattress. By Chip Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Woman Testifies Ex-Boyfriend Kidnaped, Raped, Tortured Her for 3 Days : Crime: The 23-year-old Korean testifies she was viciously beaten; defense calls it a domestic fight. Supermarket patrons held the man for police. By Eric Slater, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Police Release Drawing of Attack Suspect
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : All-Day Forum Planned About Santa Clara River : Environment: Federal and county officials and activists will participate Saturday in what organizers describe as a public education event. By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Obituaries
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : 8 Apply for Seat on Hart Union School Board By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Woman Sues Acton Rehabilitation Center, Alleging Sexual Attack : Crime: County also is accused of failing to exercise care by trusting ex-patient to transport residents. By Julie Tamaki, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPORTS
Barkley Scores 56 Points as Suns Sweep Warriors From Associated Press
Ninth Inning a Pain for Dodgers, Worrell : Baseball: Closer injures side, then Expos win on Spehr's hit off Gross, 5-4. By Maryann Hudson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Angels Put Yankees Away in 13th, 7-6 By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NBA PLAYOFFS : Morris Takes Deep Breaths, Nets Stay Alive From Associated Press
Riley Pins Knick Playoff Hopes on Truly Bamboozling Theory By Mal Florence
STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS : Canucks' Bure, McLean Put Stars in a Bad Spot From Associated Press
Notes on a Scorecard By Allan Malamud
Pitch Might Have Broken Bonds' Right Arm : Baseball: San Francisco star is hit by Mets' Hillman, and Giants aren't happy about it. From Newsday
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Cubs Are Goats No Longer After Reds Fall, 5-2 From Associated Press
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Alvarez Beats Indians to Run Streak to 13 From Associated Press
Fourth-seeded Andrei Medvedev of Ukraine defeated Bernd... From Associated Press
Sabatini an Upset Victim in Italian Open From Associated Press
HOLLYWOOD PARK : Migrant Worker Equals Mark Associated Press
With Vasey's Help, Fullerton Walks All Over Northridge, 13-1 : College baseball: Wildness grips Matador right-hander, who throws a wild pitch, issues four bases on balls and commits an error in 1 2/3 innings. By Steve Elling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pioneers Win It for Their Coach : High school baseball: Simi Valley rallies to defeat Thousand Oaks, 4-3, then shows allegiance to Scyphers. By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
After 30 Years, Connie Kalitta Finally No. 1 By Shav Glick
Velazco Helps Sylmar Put Squeeze on Poly in 11th, 6-5 By Paige A. Leech, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Moorpark Downs Calabasas, Runs Up Flag, 7-6 By Dana Haddad, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Flying Finn Sallinen Vaults 16-4 3/4 By John Ortega
ROUNDUP : Winning Run Scores for Channel Islands on Two-Strike Bunt
Antelope Valley Unnerves Rio Hondo, 7-0, Claims Foothill Title : College softball: Marauders take second conference championship in a row. Meyer wins 20th, strikes out 14. By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Gore Up to Par, Repeats as Pac-10 Golf Champion
CSUN Awaits Word on New Scoreboards
Siegel Hits Her Stride as a UNLV Walk-On By Dana Haddad
Angels, Yankees Tied Up at Six in 13th Inning By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Unbeaten Romero Set to Fight for Flyweight Title at Olympic By Chris Baker
HOCKEY / WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS : Hebert Has Miracle Game as U.S. Finally Beats Russia From Associated Press
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Braves' Olson Still in Spring Training Associated Press
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Strawberry in After-Care Program By Maryann Hudson
Prep Baseball Roundup
COLLEGE BASEBALL / GARY KLEIN : Big West Leader Nevada Exceeds Expectations By Gary Klein
PREP VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP : No. 1 El Toro Sweeps Past San Clemente By Michael Itagaki, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PREP SOFTBALL ROUNDUP : El Dorado Slides Past Cypress By Melanie Neff
PREP BASEBALL ROUNDUP : Golisano Gets Happy by Shutting Out Troy By Chris Foster
PREP ROUNDUP : Canyon Wins Match on Doubles Victory
Prep Softball Roundup
Prep Baseball Roundup By Dave Mckibben
OCC Swimmers on Their Marks for State Sweep By Steve Kresal
Titans Rout Northridge in Baseball
For King, a Heavy Problem By Jim Murray
McNall to Sell CFL's Argonauts By Lisa Dillman and James Bates, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Contending Colors : Lukas Confident Tabasco Cat Has the Talent to Give Him a Second Victory in the Kentucky Derby By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lynam Quits 76er Post to Coach, Revive Bullets From Associated Press
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Boy, 15, Threw Ball From Upper Deck By Bob Nightengale
Shumard Steps Down at Fullerton By Lon Eubanks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sampras, Courier to Play Davis Cup By Jerry Crowe
Croll, Cauthen Elected to Hall of Fame By Bill Christine, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Three More World Cup Games Sell Out Associated Press
Sommer Picked Over Keller for U.S. Team : Soccer: World Cup invitation denied to one of the top English First Division goalkeepers. By Grahame L. Jones, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Shumard Quits Post at Fullerton : Titans: Athletic director, who had a controversial three-year tenure, says it's time for a change in leadership. By Lon Eubanks, TIMES STAFF WRITER
From the Beginning, Shumard Was a Victim of Circumstance By Mike Penner
Official Says Block Parties Were Illegal By Mike Hiserman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Roy's Illness Turns Out to Be Pain for Ex-Duck Tugnutt By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Indoor Soccer Team Names First Coach
Landeta Stays a Ram; Kelly Mulls Offer By Mike Reilley
Two Trabuco Hills Volleyball Players Sign
A Designated Hitter Sparks Granada Hills : Highlander Hopes Ride on DiSimone's Spikes By Kennedy Cosgrove, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
El Camino Real Coaches Maio and Stam Resign : High school football: They brought respectability to the program in their six seasons. By Steve Elling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Magrane Starts Season With a Solid Outing By Elliott Teaford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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