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What happened on May 30, 1994
NEWS
Erich Honecker, Mastermind of Berlin Wall, Dies TYLER MARSHALL and WILLIAM R. LONG, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Ex-Aide to Farrakhan Shot in Legs : Violence: Former Nation of Islam spokesman, three others are wounded after speech in Riverside. A suspect is beaten by crowd. TOM GORMAN and PSYCHE PASCUAL, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
BOOK REVIEW / MEMOIRS : One Addict Stands Tall Against System : SUNDANCE: The Robert Sundance Story, by Robert Sundance, with Marc Gaede . Chaco Press / University of New Mexico Press, distributor. $19.95 cloth, $12.95 paper, 300 pages MICHAEL HARRIS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Beth Burns Steps Into Lives of Children ANN CONWAY
L.A. Gangs' New Target--Vegas Strip JESSE KATZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : L.A.'s Old Warrior Battles Back : The Coliseum, home of touchdowns, Wally Moon's 'Moon shots' and JFK's nomination, was knocked to its knees by the Jan. 17 quake. Now rebuilding is a metaphor of renewal for Angelenos. DAVID FERRELL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Major Under Fire for Calling Panhandlers an 'Eyesore' : Britain: The prime minister's comments provoke an outcry from political, religious and civic leaders. He stands by his remarks. WILLIAM TUOHY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ex-Farrakhan Aide Shot At UC Riverside From Times Staff and Wire Reports
NEWS ANALYSIS : Clinton Faces Leadership Challenge on European Trip : Diplomacy: He hopes to establish his credibility among allies and at home. His foreign policy gaffes and Vietnam War position pose obstacles. JOHN M. BRODER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
White House Aides Offer Differing Statements on Helicopter Records From Associated Press
Bikers Protest Vietnam Ties in Ride Past White House Associated Press
TIMES ORANGE COUNTY POLL : 6 of 10 Oppose El Toro Commercial Airport H.G. REZA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Lawmakers Renew Warning to North Korea ROBIN WRIGHT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Land Firms Give Green to Parks Initiative CYNTHIA H. CRAFT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Origin of a Collector : It started when he was 10. From then on, Warren David Mohr's obsession with all things Darwin grew. Then he gave it all away.
As Israel Faces Peace, Old Challenges Return : Mideast: Waning security concerns point up social, spiritual issues. Future of nation, Judaism pondered. MICHAEL PARKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. Festivities to Mark Memorial Day
Troubles Test Orange Unified School District MARTIN MILLER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Democrats Downplay Rostenkowski Role MARLENE CIMONS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Washington Insight JIM MANN and MICHAEL ROSS
Pen, Vest Stop Bullet, Save Officer From a Times Staff Writer
Garden Grove Officer's Vest, Pen Halt Bullet GREG HERNANDEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
School Furor Mirrors L.A.'s Struggles With Diversity : Education: Arts High teacher is reassigned after booing a student play. Uproar centers on racism, artistic freedom. DEAN E. MURPHY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
In Britain, Cows Do the Punching Associated Press
1 in 4 Homeless a Veteran, Study Says Reuters
Top Two Candidates Split Colombia Presidential Vote : Latin America: Closest race in nation's history forces a runoff. Election is peaceful though marked by apathy. STEVEN AMBRUS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
2 Lives Snared in Web of Money, Politics : Capitol: Prosecutors say both aides 'played the middle' between donors and lawmakers. Now one is the other's accuser in a corruption trial. MARK GLADSTONE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
How the Donation That Wasn't Started the Great Bookcase Chase JACK SMITH
This Woman's Place : Freshman representative Majorie Margolies-Mezvinsky is no 'three M girl.' And after casting some controversial votes on key issues, she's shown she can hang with the big boys. BARBARA SLAVIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Rwanda's Government Flees in Fear of Rebels From Reuters
Clinton's Vaccine Plan Called Too Ambitious Associated Press
NY Crowd Tries Out Way -West Side Story BRIDGET BYRNE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS : Primary Battles Take a Holiday of Sorts on Memorial Day BILL STALL, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Kids Get a Kick Out of Her Love LIBBY SLATE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Israel Tells PLO to Remove Its Offices From Jerusalem From Associated Press
Woman's $40,000 Goes Out With the Garbage Associated Press
Debating in Short, Simple Sentences GEORGE SKELTON
From Flames to Freedom, Victims Finally Find Peace : Recovery: Ex-Valley couple mixes environmentalism with survivalism in their escape from fires and temblors. LESLIE BERGER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hiring More Police in Houston Pays Off as Overall Crime Rate in City Plummets : Law enforcement: Mayor, officers claim community-based approach wasn't working. They say more cops on the streets mean more arrests. RICHARD A. SERRANO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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COMMITMENTS : It's the Little Things That Make You Feel at Home : Drinking designer water. Playing Frisbee with the dog. No doubt about it, he's become an L.A. kind of guy. ROB WISHART, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES: Wishart is an assistant editor of the Los Angeles Times-Washington Post News Service
Crowds Honor Kennedys on J.F.K.'s 77th Birthday JEFF LEEDS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LAUGH LINES : Jokes
3rd Teen-Ager Held in Attack on Tourists : Crime: Alleged triggerman in the fatal shooting near Idyllwild is arrested in Salt Lake City. All three suspects are from Banning. EDWARD J. BOYER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wellness Community Takes Gilda Radner's Spirit to Heart BEVERLY BEYETTE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COMMITMENTS : CAN THIS MARRIAGE BY SAVED? : 'What About Me?' Asks Husband By the Editors of Ladies' Home Journal
COMMITMENTS : Snapping Back : When playing 'the dozens,' nothing's off limits--not even your mother. All you need is a quick wit, a sharp tongue and a cool head. FRANCES GRANDY TAYLOR, THE HARTFORD COURANT
Traveling Peddlers: Freedom, Modest Dreams : Thousands take to the road seasonally, convinced that everyone can afford a bargain. DAVID LAMB, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CALIFORNIA ALBUM : City Thaws Out From Citrus Freeze : The 1990 disaster set back Porterville. But small-town ingenuity, charity and economic development slowly revive the San Joaquin Valley town. MARK ARAX, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ENTERTAINMENT
A Chance to Bring Out Gay History RONALD LACHMAN, "A History of Shadows" at the CBS Studio Center in Studio City is the latest play originated and produced by Ronald Lachman and the first he has written. Among his other productions are "At Wit's End" (about Oscar Levant), the West Coast premiere of Stephen Sondheim's "Anyone Can Whistle" and "Somethin' Blue (A Barely Risque Revue ) ." He is also an attorney in Los Angeles. and
'Gilligan's Island' Resurfaces in a San Diego Musical ROBERT EPSTEIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
From the Beginning, 'The Crow' Had a Grim Side : Movies: James O'Barr's comic book might have adapted smoothly to the big screen, but it was spurred by personal tragedy. ROBERT LEVINE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Theater Reviews : La Jolla Playhouse Brings 'Harvey' Into Hare and Now NANCY CHURNIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Crooklyn's' Cruel to Animals and Viewers THEO WILSON, Theo Wilson is a board member of the Hollywood Heights Assn. and a retired reporter from the New York Daily News. and
Art Review : Grooms' Circus: Anarchic Chaos at Pepperdine WILLIAM WILSON, TIMES ART CRITIC
Offspring: Favorite Son in Punk World : Pop music: It was just another punk band--until a rare break from the song 'Come Out and Play' got the band's motor running. MIKE BOEHM, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pop : LaBelle: Both Peaks and LaBlast DENNIS HUNT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dance : Cultures Fuse at 'Roots' Fest LEWIS SEGAL, TIMES DANCE WRITER
TV Reviews : 'Roommates' With AIDS Learn Tolerance RAY LOYND
Family : 'Midsummer Night': Shakespeare for All : "Lord, what fools these mortals be... . " LYNNE HEFFLEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Video Review : 'Bix' Fails to Clarify Beiderbecke's Genius LEONARD FEATHER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
TV Reviews : D-Day Invasion Fires Early Shots ROBERT KOEHLER
Jazz Review : New Sounds Come From Traditional Sacramento Fest CHARLES CHAMPLIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Pop Music Review : Eagles Offer a Vision of the Future : Reunited Band Goes Beyond Easy Nostalgia ROBERT HILBURN, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
Screening Room : Films of East German Wolf at Goethe KEVIN THOMAS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Theater Reviews : San Diego Production of 'Spooks' Boosts Comedy Spirits NANCY CHURNIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Jazz Review : Rotella Warms Audience by Playing It Cool ZAN STEWART, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Theater Review : We Could Use More 'Hysteria' Like This DON SHIRLEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Street Musician Rejuvenated by Sacred Hearts : Pop music: Keyboardist Danny Federeci was hurt by the breakup of the E Street Band, but he's his own boss now and happy with a new band. MICHAEL ARKUSH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
What's the Message in Ann Martin's Millions? JOHN BARTH, John Barth is the senior producer of "Marketplace," the daily business program produced at KUSC and heard nationwide on public radio. and
fX Affects C-SPAN's Viewership : Cable television: Some operators are dropping the public-affairs network to make room for the new Fox channel Wednesday. It's the law. JANE HALL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Q&A with Woody Harrelson : He's Doing It His 'Way'--Cheerfully NANCY SPILLER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Parolee Sought in Pipe Bomb Blast That Killed Mother of Three : Crime: Scott Douglas Hamby is believed to have made explosive device. He could face a murder charge. DOUGLAS ALGER and CHIP JOHNSON, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Former Mule Ranch to House Horse Sanctuary DOUGLAS ALGER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
He's Found His Niche Recovering Stolen Cars : Crime: Santa Ana Officer Kevin DeDeaux spotted 43 hot vehicles and arrested 34 thieves last year, a feat which has earned him crime-fighting honors. He's looking to improve on that. GREG HERNANDEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
World Cup Gives Artist Chance to Send Message : Art: Willie Herron's mural saluting the soccer tournament will welcome LAX's diverse visitors with a call for unity. ANDREW LePAGE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Memorial Day in the Valley
SIMI VALLEY : City OKs Shutting Dump on Sundays SARA CATANIA
Second Opinion / OTHER MEDIA : SENIOR LIFE : Survey Shows Seniors Divided on Health Care Jerry Beigel, From an editorial by Jerry Beigel. California Senior Life is a monthly that usually publishes Wednesdays in Los Angeles. and
THOUSAND OAKS : Plaza Will Cater to Picnics and Banquets STEPHANIE SIMON
Homelessness: Putting Money Where the Concern Is : Clinton calls for $1.7-billion outlay; Los Angeles would receive $40 million
Perspectives on Waging War : The Graying of Bitterness and Pain : The world moves on, even for Vietnam vets, but in memory, the dead are still young, too young. JACK ESTES, Jack Estes, author of the Vietnam memoir "A Field of Innocence," is co-founder of Fallen Warriors Foundation, a nonprofit organization doing humanitarian work in Vietnam. He lives in Lake Oswego, Ore.
Obituaries
Community Comment : 'They Come to Gaze, to Wander to Shop' TED LEPON, Retiree Ted Lepon lives in Los Angeles and
Economic Profile
Allergy Drugs
VENTURA : City Offers $60,000 in Grants for the Arts CONSTANCE SOMMER
Alice in Transit Land : On Some Southland Projects, Logic Seemingly Has Taken a U-Turn NORA ZAMICHOW, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOORPARK : Developer to Prepare Environmental Study SCOTT HADLY
VENTURA : School Honored for Anti-Drug Program MAIA DAVIS
Human Rights in Economic Terms: Peasants, Not Activists, Are the Key : China: Development in trade zones is at the expense of the countryside. Reform requires responding to rural needs. XIAO-HUANG YIN, Xiao-huang Yin teaches at Occidental College. He is also an associate of the Fairbank Center for East Asian Research at Harvard University.
Home Health Care Programs
Fleeing Suspect Leads Police to Big Haul : Crime: Chase ends at Huntington Beach home where officers find guns, drugs, stolen goods and a homemade bomb. Two skinheads are charged, but man who ran isn't. GREG HERNANDEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Holiday Closings
Drunk-Driving Suspect Held After Crash
Southland Jolted by 2 Small Quakes
Aftershock Watch
Weather
Holiday Weekend
U-Turns Near Airport Exit Would Create Traffic Danger CAROLINE LEMKE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOP Leader Who Blasted Right Wing Is Out of Job : Politics: State director made the comments before a gay club. Party chairman calls departure a voluntary resignation. KENNETH REICH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Letters to Voices : Generation X and Hopelessness
Lack of Money Curbs Painting of Medians in Ventura SARA CATANIA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Sought in Desert Bomb Blast That Killed Woman, Injured Son DOUGLAS ALGER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
D-Day Events Begin
Keeper of a Very Special Treasure
Whose Sex Drive Needs Fixing? : Medicine: Healthy women are being hormonally 'cured.' KAREN ENGBERG, Karen Engberg is a family-practice physician in Santa Barbara. and
Gripe : 'Electorate Is Being Denied Right to Vote' ROSEMARIE CLAMPITT, A deputy registrar, Los Angeles County; member of League ofWomen Voters
A Lesson In Learning Researched by CATHERINE GOTTLIEB / Los Angeles Times, ROBIN GREENE, PATRICIA KONLEY, PENELOPE MCMILLAN / For The Times
OXNARD : Summer Promotions Spotlight Downtown JEFF McDONALD
The Real Threat From Russia : Crime is exploding, prompting international control efforts
Pavement Project Will Close Moorpark Freeway Ramps SARA CATANIA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Time and Loss Transform a Vet's Attitude GEORGE RAMOS
Senior Trip: Innocent Fun--or 'Risky Endeavor'? : Graduation: As students prepare for a last fling with their chums, some parents and administrators say the tropical vacations are just boozy parties. MACK REED, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Nixon Oral History
Spreading the Gospel : Van Nuys: Luis Palau brings his mass evangelist crusade to the Valley, hoping that quake-jolted residents will be open to the message. JOHN DART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
For Many, Life's a Beach on Hot Holiday Weekend : Memorial Day: Thousands flock to parks and coastline. Others attend address at Reagan library near Simi Valley. JEFF McDONALD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VENTURA : Ramp Brings Wheelchairs to Ocean's Edge KAY SAILLANT
The Graduates : 750 Chapman University students mark the conclusion of years of study at Sunday's commencement, a ceremony light in mood, weighted in tradition. DAVID REYES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Perspectives on Waging War : Tricking Hitler: Spies, Lies, Ultra Intelligence : The spy wars that preceded D-day gave the Allies a critical edge; counterintelligence is by no means a 'sideshow.' ROY GODSON, Roy Godson is a professor of government at Georgetown University and coordinator of the Washington-based Consortium for the Study of Intelligence
Urban Problem Pitches a Curve to Santa Monica Little League : Recreation: Parents and officials complain about the rising number of homeless people camping near baseball fields. NANCY HILL-HOLTZMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
After the Impact, a Life on Hold : Disfiguring Injuries Cloud Gregory Moore's Future MARK SABBATINI, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Sea Gulls Find a Haven for Their Nests on Anacapa Island : Nature: The birds flock to the remote breeding ground to escape predators on the mainland. They don't welcome human visitors. PHYLLIS W. JORDAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Youth / OPINION : Papers Prevent 'A Weakness in Student Voice' Compiled for The Times by Rip Rense
Bear Shot in Azusa
Infant Thrown From Car in Crash Dies ERIC SLATER
Missing Schizophrenic Found With Relative DOUGLAS ALGER
Hike to the Sea No Easy Task--but They're Used to Challenges SUE REILLY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Crime Hawks JEFF SCHNAUFER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
Orange County Players In The Minors
Nevin's Frustration Growing Down in Tucson JOHN WEYLER
INTERNATIONAL ROUNDUP : Unbeaten Twining Wins by 7 1/2 Lengths From Associated Press
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Yount Sits for Cycle as Number's Retired Associated Press
NCAA BASEBALL : LSU Ends USC's Hopes for World Series Bid From Staff and Wire Reports
COLLEGE BASEBALL / NCAA REGIONALS : Oklahoma State Tops Cal State Fullerton : Baseball: The 13-11 loss puts Titans up against Memphis State. Winner faces the Cowboys for Series berth. LON EUBANKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rancho Santiago, Cypress in the Final : Baseball: Chargers win twice to set up first all-Orange County final in tournament history. STEVE KRESAL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOLF ROUNDUP : Storm Forces Extra Day in Colonial From Associated Press
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Finley Says Team Was Flat in Loss BOB NIGHTENGALE
Miscellany From Times Staff and Wire Reports
With Help From Angels, Blue Jays Back on the Rise BOB NIGHTENGALE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Hershiser Says Form Returning DAN HAFNER
It Wasn't the Finish They Had Desired : Indy 500: Andretti knocked out after 23 laps. Mansell doesn't enjoy piggy-back ride. MIKE KUPPER, TIMES ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR
NCAA TENNIS : USC's Black Is Upset by Florida's Merklein in Final From Associated Press
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Phillies' West Needed Pit Stop From Associated Press
NCAA SOFTBALL : UCLA Runs Out of Gas Against Arizona in Semifinal, 5-2 PAIGE A. LEECH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Thank Goodness No One Had to Ask Them What They Shot MAL FLORENCE
Esperanza's Pugmire Is Making Up for Lost Times : Track: A low finish kept her out of the big meet last spring. This year, she has hit her stride toward the State meet. MATT FARMER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
From Hot Corner to Hot Seat : Former CSUN Standout is Big Hit as Seattle Bullpen's Closer-in-Training CHRIS FOSTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WORLD CUP '94: 18 DAYS AND COUNTING : Laid-Back Leadership : Argentina Coach Basile Will Stretch the Rules, but He Is Undecided About the Status of Maradona GRAHAME L. JONES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOTOR RACING ROUNDUP : John Andretti Drives 820 Miles for 'Double' From Associated Press
Oklahoma State Defeats Fullerton on Benz's Three-Run Homer in Ninth
FRENCH OPEN : Sampras, Courier Will Meet Again in the Quarterfinals ELLIOTT ALMOND
Penske Team Benz, but It Doesn't Break : Indy 500: Unser Jr. wins for the second time after teammate Fittipaldi crashes with 15 laps to go. SHAV GLICK, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Calcante and CSUN Hang On : Softball: Left fielder boosts Northridge into World Series final with home run-stealing catch. PAIGE A. LEECH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
UC Irvine's Mayeda Earns NCAA Berth
Coto de Caza's Booth Leads Tournament
Jazz Now About Out of Time : NBA playoffs: Error by timekeeper adds 10 seconds to the game, but Rockets escape with an 80-78 victory. MARK HEISLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Long Shot : Rookie Hamelin's Power Comes in Handy for Light-Hitting Royals JASON H. REID, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SOFTBALL / COLLEGE WORLD SERIES : Northridge's Hired Hand Achieves Feat: Matadors Reach Final : Improvement: Northridge offense cranks up with the aid of assistant coach Bob Vanderberg. PAIGE A. LEECH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dreifort Shows Pirates He Isn't Merely Hitter DAN HAFNER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rancho Santiago, Cypress in the Final : Baseball: After winning, 16-3, the Dons become the team to beat in the State tournament. STEVE KRESAL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ireland Hands Germany First Loss at Home in Six Years From Staff and Wire Reports
Smith's Success Has a Flip Side RANDY HARVEY
This Time, Fittipaldi Has His Back to Wall JIM MURRAY
STANLEY CUP FINALS : Ghosts of Seasons Past Still Haunt Rangers HELENE ELLIOTT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Morris Struggles, Still Keeps Indians on Track From Associated Press
Villeneuve Avoids the Rookie Mistakes to Finish Second MIKE KUPPER, TIMES ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR
Indianapolis 500 Order of Finish
Notes on a Scorecard ALLAN MALAMUD
Kwok Ignores Pain, Leads Nadadores to Victory ERIK HAMILTON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New York Rangers, Knicks Prove Every Dog Team Has Its Day MIKE PENNER
FRENCH OPEN : Renewed Confidence Helping Pierce Regain Winning Form ELLIOTT ALMOND, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sanders Traded for Kelly as Braves, Reds Seek a Fit From Associated Press
HOLLYWOOD PARK : Arcangues to Test Bien Bien's Hold on Turf Handicap BOB MIESZERSKI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BUSINESS
Japan From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Vietnam From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Real Estate From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Is It Because He's Tori's Dad? JAMES BATES
Q&A : Real Estate Consultant Says Buy Now : Consultant who has watched O.C. market for decades says pent-up demand will produce a statewide housing shortfall. DEBORA VRANA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Labor From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Automobiles From Times Staff and Wire Reports
New Zealand From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Hong Kong From Times Staff and Wire Reports
China From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Insurance May Cover Some First Pension Debts : Bankruptcy: Recently found small policies could help some retirement investors, receiver says. DEBORA VRANA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Asian Officials Warn China Could Be 'Great Black Hole' From Reuters
Love in the Time of Cable TV Associated Press
Executive Joins Elsinore Aerospace Services
Border Areas Get Lesson in the Cost of Trade : NAFTA: States and cities will have to involve the private sector in financing infrastructure improvements, U.S. officials say. About $16 billion in projects is needed. CHRIS KRAUL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Vacation Policy Makes Advance Planning Necessary
Hot Jobs : This Dental Hygienist Also Teaches the Art JANICE L. JONES
Vietnam From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Utilities' Beating Points Up Common Risk RUSS WILES, RUSS WILES, a financial writer for the Arizona Republic, specializes in mutual funds
GE, Australian Firm Plan Power Plant in Vietnam : Trade: $810-million project would include a fertilizer facility. It would be the biggest foreign investment in the nation. From Reuters
China From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Chinese Scratch a Growing Itch to Travel : Tourism: With its increasing wealth, China sent 17% more visitors to the U.S. in 1993 than the year before. LINUS CHUA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chinese Firm Helps Fight Product Knockoffs : Law: Service focuses on protecting intellectual property, a sore subject between U.S., Beijing. From Bloomberg Business News
Southern California Enterprise : Fired Up : Pottery Firm Thrives Despite Quake, Foreign Competition NANCY RIVERA BROOKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
European Stocks Slump, But Pain May Be Localized TOM PETRUNO
Volkswagen Struggles Through Slump : Economy: Postwar Germany's worst recession has forced the giant auto builder to make many wrenching decisions. LARRY THORSON, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Hot Jobs : OCCUPATION: Dental hygienist Researched by JANICE L. JONES / Los Angeles Times
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