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What happened on September 07, 1994
SPORTS
New Cycle in Life : Wayne Rainey Thought He Was Dying, but He Survived Crash and Now Manages a Team From His Wheelchair SHAV GLICK, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Well Worth Her Weight : Rosie Cadman Has the Only Official Scale in the Town of Avalon, and Her Heart Is as Big as Some of the Marlin and Other Fish She Has Hoisted in More Than 30 Years PETE THOMAS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Traveling a Bumpy Road in Search of Acceptance : Motor racing: Sidecar motocross racers say they are not crazy. Competitors predict that the sport will enjoy a revival in the United States. DARIN ESPER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Woods Named to U.S. World Amateur Team Associated Press
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : USC : Washington No Secret to Paterno EARL GUSTKEY
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Henley Contract Not Quite Done T.J. SIMERS
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAMS : Kinchen Released; Henley to Sign T.J. SIMERS
Notes on a Scorecard ALLAN MALAMUD
Shell: Not as Bad as It Looked : Pro football: After 44-14 rout, coach says Raiders simply didn't rise to the 49ers' challenge. LONNIE WHITE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Seeks Respect, Not Cash, at Wembley : Soccer: Americans, insulted by bonus offer, are honored to be there. English want revenge. JULIE CART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MIGHTY DUCK NOTEBOOK / ROBYN NORWOOD : Once-Quiet Corkum Speaks Up for Union ROBYN NORWOOD
Friday's Deadline Is Disputed by Union Official : Baseball: Orza says a settlement by Sept. 17 would still allow time for the season to resume. ROSS NEWHAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
This Rerun Could Play for USC's Entire Season JIM MURRAY
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Concordia Gets Rare Men's Soccer Victory
Against USC, CSUN Hoping to Sustain Its Momentum JOHN ORTEGA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
If Bruins Are the Standard, He's Optimistic MAL FLORENCE
It Has Been a Whale of a Summer Off Santa Barbara Coast PETE THOMAS
Raibon Commits to San Francisco MICHAEL ITAGAKI
Baseball Strike: Developments From Day 26
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : 49ers Lose Barton, Tamm to Injuries Associated Press
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : ACROSS THE NATION : Erickson: Walsh Has Left Miami Associated Press
WORLD SPORTS SCENE / RANDY HARVEY : IOC Takes Straight and Arrow in Easton RANDY HARVEY
Sampras Slams Into the Wall in 5-Set New York Marathon : Tennis: The top-ranked player gives his all in a shocking loss to No. 23 Jaime Yzaga of Peru. BILL DWYRE, TIMES SPORTS EDITOR
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEW : Change in Alignment Produces Varying Degrees of Appeal : Mission League: Serra coach expects to be competitive with other teams moving up to Division III. VINCE KOWALICK, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LaFontaine, Sabres Agree on Contract Terms From Staff and Wire Reports
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEW : Change in Alignment Produces Varying Degrees of Appeal : Tri-Valley League: Schools' protest over configuration produces tentative division status. VINCE KOWALICK, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kinchen Cut to Clear Spot for Henley : Rams: Receiver admits he has had injury problems, but says release was due in part to his spiritual beliefs. T.J. SIMERS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PREP FOOTBALL '94 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Los Alamitos
Former Dolphin Matheson Dies of Hodgkin's Disease From Associated Press
Huge Striper Takes Bait at Silverwood
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : RAIDERS : McCallum Has Knee Surgery LONNIE WHITE
Edwards Finds a Niche Among UCLA Defenders JIM HODGES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PREP FOOTBALL '94 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Edison
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Ayers Boosts Running Game JIM HODGES
PREP FOOTBALL '94 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Huntington Beach
PREP FOOTBALL '94 / SUNSET LEAGUE : A Little Means a Lot to Spunky Marina : Football: Keim must play a larger defensive role in the Vikings' bid to win the league. MICHAEL ITAGAKI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Long Beach Focuses on Present as It Shoots for Another Title WENDY WITHERSPOON
Season Promises to Be Notable ERIC SHEPARD
Thousand Oaks Runners to Travel to Texas
PREP FOOTBALL '94 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Fountain Valley
PREP FOOTBALL '94 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Marina
PREP FOOTBALL '94 / SUNSET LEAGUE : Esperanza
SWIMMING / WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS : Van Almsick and Dolan Set Records as Chinese Settle for Silver RANDY HARVEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Prep Football '94 / Sunset League : 1993 In Review
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Progress on 'Youth Action Plan' Satisfies Organizers : Churches: Grass-roots group cites cooperative spirit after meeting with Santa Ana officials on programs to help troubled youths and make neighborhoods safe. LEE ROMNEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Guard Delivering Cash Killed in Holdup at Beverly Hills Bank From a Times Staff Writer
Trouble in Water Paradise : Weekend fatalities suggest state legislators should consider tighter boating regulations
Capsized Boat Carried Twice Its Load Limit : Tragedy: Designed for 10, it was carrying 19 passengers when it overturned, killing a 3-year-old. The owner may have been unaware of safe capacity. TINA DAUNT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
VAN NUYS : Boy Shot in Face Is in Stable Condition ALICIA DOYLE
NORTH HOLLYWOOD : Firm Puts Stock in Hiring Deaf Film Editors MAKI BECKER
Arco Foundation
COSTA MESA NEWPORT BEACH : Seats Available on 2 School District Panels HOLLY J. WAGNER
MOORPARK : Council to Consider Home Buyer Loans SCOTT HADLY
To Build a New County Heritage, It's Right in the Ballpark Dana Parsons
Fare Wars : How Proposed Bus Hikes Would Work
FULLERTON : Council Candidates Forum at Ebell Club MIMI KO
Governor Gets Bill on Quake Tax Break KAY HWANGBO
COSTA MESA : Applications Open to Manage Theater TOM RAGAN
Board to Discuss SCAT Fund Shortfall SARA CATANIA
Proposed Burbank Airport Terminal Debated : Transit: Officials cite economic benefits at public session. Residents complain about noise problems. VIVIEN LOU CHEN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Serbian Good Faith? Don't Count on It : A reckless lifting of sanctions could have dire effects
Countywide : Watchdog Group Plans Meetings DEBRA CANO
Symphony-Musician Talks at Standstill JULIE FIELDS
ORANGE : City Seeks Image for Marketing Effort LESLEY WRIGHT
SIMI VALLEY : UPI's Helen Thomas to Speak at Forum SCOTT HADLY
Encino : Culinary Event Gives Schools Sustenance SUSAN BYRNES
PLACENTIA : Photo Preservation Classes Scheduled HOLLY J. WAGNER
Barbecue, Concert to Benefit Charity for Foster Children ALAN EYERLY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Seminar on Writing Reports Is Offered
Woman Seriously Hurt in Accident MATTHEW MOSK
Countywide : Charity Event at 11 Pools Planned SHELBY GRAD
Shoring Up : Now That the Summer Beach Party Is Over, It's Time for Renovation and Repair KEN ELLINGWOOD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Laguna Beach Gets Help With Permit Process DAVID REYES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Van Strikes Three Siblings; One Is Critically Injured
Countywide : Hartshorn to Head Red Cross Chapter ALAN EYERLY
Holiday Weekend Safest in Years GREG RIPPEE
SIMI VALLEY : Parks Employees to Get 5% Pay Raise MARY F. POLS
Volunteer Museum
Venice Tables
Voted Conscience
Library Appreciation
Kochel Questions
The Right to Vote
Complaint Derided
SEAL BEACH : Panel Will Monitor Weapons Base Status RUSS LOAR
PERSPECTIVE ON THE MTA : Shift the Spending to Buses : The rate increase may not be discrimination, but it is at least a misrepresentation of the efficacy of rail transit. JAMES E. MOORE II, James E. Moore II, USC associate professor of urban and regional planning and civil engineering, co-directs USC's Center for Advanced Transportation Technologies.
Jurors May Lose Anonymity in Two Judges' Courtrooms : Legal system: Appeals court signals that it may halt practice of Municipal Court jurists in Bellflower and Downey. CATHERINE GEWERTZ, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Simi Valley School Board Will Reconsider Fee for Bus Passes : Education: Only 300 of the $300-a-year passes had been purchased by Tuesday. Board debates whether to lower the charge. TRACY WILSON, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Pet Lovers Gathering in a PAC : Politics: Group will campaign to retain city's new animal shelter. FRANK MESSINA, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Ringing in School Year : Class Search, Homework Greet West County Students on Their Return JEFF McDONALD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Developer Ordered to Halt Lagoon Pumping : Ormond Beach: Baldwin Co. faces up to $6,000 per day in fines if it continues to remove water from its property. JOANNA M. MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Thanks to Bank
FULLERTON : Annual Arborfest Set at University MIMI KO
FULLERTON : Possible Donors of Bone Marrow Sought SHELBY GRAD
Landing on Deaf Ears
Low Ridership Plagues VISTA Buses : Transit: To qualify for state money when a two-year federal grant runs out, the four luxury lines need a lot more passengers. SARA CATANIA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Costa Mesa : Adult Health Care Center to Open TOM RAGAN
Obituaries
UFW Steps Up Organizing Efforts in Area : Labor: The drive is the most intensive activity in the county since 1990. The focus is on two firms in Oxnard and Moorpark. SCOTT HADLY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LOS ANGELES : Jury Urges Life Term for Man Convicted of Murders
WESTMINSTER : Fire Prevention Unit Head Named BERT ELJERA
The Sexual Harassment Jackpot : Ridiculous legal awards and bad laws won't fill in for societal restraints. Women should speak up for themselves. KATHERINE DOWLING, Katherine Dowling is a family physician at the USC School of Medicine.
El Toro Too Vital, Expensive to Close : Global hot spots, new members of base-closure panel, high costs of moving can still affect facility's future. GIL FERGUSON, Gil Ferguson is a Republican state assemblyman from Newport Beach. and
13 Traffic Deaths Occur in County Over Weekend
Test of Wills Over Schools : Education: Jimmy Peters, 6, barred last spring from a Huntington Beach campus because of his behavior, is welcomed there. His father wants to enroll him elsewhere in the district over officials' objections. GREG HERNANDEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Fight Against Crime: Notes from the Front : LAPD Taking Blush Out of Being Swindled JEANNETTE REGALADO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LAGUNA BEACH : Sewage Spill Flows Into Aliso Creek FRANK MESSINA
CAMARILLO : District Honors Rio Mesa Teacher MAIA DAVIS
Man Cleared in Assaults by Phony INS Agent : Investigation: Four victims who were shown a new photo of the suspect say he did not sexually attack them. LISA O'NEILL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Desert Flora : How They Survive The Harsh Conditions
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Quake-Damaged Walkways, Bridges Slated for Repair DOUGLAS ALGER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Zeroing In on TV and Movie Violence : Two far-reaching studies promise important new data in a growing controversy
SANTA ANA : Schools' Weapons Hot Line Stays Open JON NALICK
IRVINE : Smoke-Free Law May Reduce Bingo Income RUSS LOAR
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Tony Curtis to Be at Harvest Hoedown DEBRA CANO
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Woman's Leg Severed as Car Crashes at Rest Area MARK SABBATINI, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
PORTOLA HILLS : Country Fair Will Feature Farm Skills JEFF BEAN
FULLERTON : Merger at Cal State Under New Study MIMI KO
Riordan Declares AIDS Emergency in L.A. : Health: Action is designed to stop police interference in distribution of clean needles to drug users. MARC LACEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County to Do Its Own Film Permitting : Hollywood: Supervisors will sever contract with company that provoked criticism. Director fired by firm will fill new post. CARLA RIVERA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CALABASAS : Composting Plant Grand Opening Set FRANK MANNING
Winners of $33-Million Jackpot Ready to Blaze Some New Trails JULIO MORAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Reunion After Rescue : Woman Returns With Boy Who Was Taken by Father to Iraq BOB POOL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Charges Denied in Killings of Mother, Infant : Courts: Wife of Taiwanese executive pleads not guilty of fatally stabbing her husband's lover and suffocating the woman's 5-month-old son. RENE LYNCH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
1 Fatality Reported in Santa Clarita Valley ALICIA DOYLE
MISSION VIEJO : Saddleback Has New Jazz Band Director JEFF BEAN
Neighbors Tell Concerns Over CityWalk Safety ERIC SLATER
BURBANK : Baby Stable After Freeway Incident FRANK MANNING
Daughter of Pioneer Valley Resident Dies DAVID E. BRADY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Parole in 'Onion Field' Case Denied : Prisons: Panel says killer of LAPD officer is unsuitable for release. It cites his failure to take part in counseling and the nature of the 1963 crime. From Associated Press
Marine Identified as Air Crash Victim : Accident: The Tustin pilot's mother says he and his fiancee were among the four who died when the small plane went down on takeoff from Truckee. From staff and wire service reports
Ojai Inn Proposes $16-Million Revamp JASON GRANT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RESEDA : Adult School Offers New Services, Classes MAKI BECKER
OXNARD : Market Faces Loss of Liquor License MIGUEL BUSTILLO
LOS ANGELES : Federal Jury Finds Man Guilty in Prison Slaying
Symbols of the Slaughter : Weary of the Violence, People Are Sending Shoes to Washington to Spotlight the 35,000 Killed by Guns Annually J. MICHAEL KENNEDY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LOS ANGELES COUNTY : MTA to Resume Selling Monthly Bus Passes
Jewish Parents Protest School Start Date : Education: Several adults say it was insensitive to begin classes on Rosh Hashanah at six Anaheim campuses. District assures them it won't happen again. ALICIA DI RADO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GLENDALE : Pigeon Eradication Proposals Rejected VIVIEN LOU CHEN
LAGUNA HILLS : Private-Park Use by City Being Examined LYNN FRANEY
Channel Parade of Boats to Launch Seafest : Celebration: John Wayne films and the Balboa Arts and Music Festival will be part of the yearly festivities. HOLLY J. WAGNER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Hollywood Sign
Congressional Debates
Obituaries
Campaign Funding
Taking Sides : Baseball Game Would Pit Girls Versus Boys Champs KAY SAILLANT, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Federal Reserve and Jobless Rate
2 Get Probation in Abduction Plot : Crime: Texas pair were found guilty of planning to kidnap a Camarillo attorney and hold him for ransom. DWAYNE BRAY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS
Portrayals of Latinos on TV Regressing : Media: Study finds the group's representation in prime-time shows is 1%, compared to 3% in the '50s. And many of the roles are negative. RICK DU BROW, TIMES TELEVISION WRITER
Quake Readiness Study Raises Concerns : Emergencies: Poll of voters finds that many were unsure which safety measure to take first during a major temblor. KENNETH REICH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cuban Reply to U.S. Visa Proposal Inches Talks Forward : Migration: Although an agreement on the refugee crisis still appears elusive, the response is called 'a serious paper.' Eventual pact is expected. NORMAN KEMPSTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Abortion Accord Gains Support : Population: Compromise at U.N. conference calls on nations to deal with risks of procedure but doesn't promote it as family planning tool. Vatican is holdout. KIM MURPHY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sinn Fein Leader, Irish Premier in 1st Meeting : Ulster: Historic talks focus on IRA cease-fire. London parley between Major, Protestant militant ends in anger. WILLIAM TUOHY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'90s FAMILY : The Lessons She Learned From a Son's Paper Doll MONA GABLE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Board Boosts Plan to Develop Sensitive Land Near Forest : Environment: Swank homes and a private golf course are proposed for the property. Opponents denounce supervisors' action. TOM GORMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Survives 100-Foot Leap Off Florida Bridge Reuters
Suit Seeks to Redirect Use of Tobacco Tax : Health: Plaintiffs say money intended for smoking research and education was illegally diverted to balance the state budget. The Wilson Administration contends the funds were allotted properly. PAUL JACOBS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
2,000 Bosnians Forced Out of Homes Associated Press
World IN BRIEF : CANADA : Mounties to Train Haitian Police Force From Times Staff and Wire Services
Palestinians in Gaza Arrest 60 Militants MICHAEL PARKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
World IN BRIEF : RWANDA : 150 Soldiers Arrive in 'Safe Zone' From Times Staff and Wire Services
L.A. Gains Concession on Anti-Smog Rules : Pollution: AQMD proposes to remove stringent measures for airplanes, trucks, trains and ships from plan to be submitted to U.S. Action is designed to buy time to seek more economical alternatives. MARLA CONE, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
Safety Concerns Force Pope to Call Off Sarajevo Trip : Bosnia: A terse Vatican statement cites worries about capital's residents. Pontiff finally gave in to advisers. WILLIAM D. MONTALBANO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
F. Scott; Scandinavian History Expert
POLITICS : Wofford Swept In on Health Issue, and May Be Swept Out With It : He won his Senate seat in 1991 on a platform of reform. Now that the debate has faltered, his reelection chances are sinking. ROBERT SHOGAN, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
UCI Poll Sees Trouble for Wilson, Huffington : Politics: Governor, Senate candidates below margins needed in O.C. to offset Democrat edge in state. Support strong for immigrant, crime measures. GEBE MARTINEZ, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
World IN BRIEF : AUSTRALIA : Anti-Gang Crusader Killed on Doorstep From Times Staff and Wire Services
Layoffs Based on Race Only Are Backed by Justice Dept. : Diversity: The stand reverses a position by Bush Administration. The case involves a white teacher who was dismissed while a black teacher was kept. DAVID G. SAVAGE and RONALD J. OSTROW, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Cayman Islands to Return Cubans Reuters
Spy's Suit Paints Drinking, Womanizing at CIA : Government: A senior espionage chief says the behavior has been ignored. Agency is negotiating a settlement now in a larger gender bias case. ROBERT L. JACKSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Seasonal Rite: Sniping From the Gutter PETER H. KING
LAUGH LINES : Jokes
Nevada Governor Wins Renomination in Primary Associated Press
German Undercover Police Are Offered Plutonium From Reuters
Social Security to Speed Disability Claims Process From Associated Press
Nigerian Military Leader Moves to Consolidate Power From Associated Press
Killer Bees Identified in Attack on 4 Reuters
COLUMN ONE : Iraq's Plan: Faith, Hope and Deals : As sanctions' bite deepens, Baghdad offers trade pacts and uses religion to send a message--lift the embargo or risk Muslim fundamentalism. For the first time, the world seems ready to listen. KIM MURPHY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
World IN BRIEF : MEXICO : Opposition Leader Killed in Chiapas From Times Staff and Wire Services
Suspects in Cross-Country Series of Killings Seized in New Mexico : Crime: Police find the two asleep in a culvert near Santa Fe. They are suspected of murdering four people in three states. MICHAEL HAEDERLE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
The Stars Come Out for Children : Health: The Hollywood elite behind the Children's Action Network uses its celebrityhood to spotlight the plight of kids. PAMELA WARRICK, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mother Says Marine Son, Fiancee Died in Air Crash From Staff and Wire Reports
Judge Seeking to Become Girl's Foster Father Is Transferred Associated Press
Remodeling? Put Patience in the Blueprints : When walls come down, tempers can flare up and test even the most solid of family foundations. JOHN MORELL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Minorities, Women Lag on Medical Exams : Research: Study says gaps are linked to students' education, not race or sex. THOMAS H. MAUGH II, TIMES MEDICAL WRITER
U.S. Transfers First Cubans to Panama Camps PATRICK McDONNELL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Director Credited With Reviving Children's Agency : Social work: Peter Digre has improved responsiveness and record-keeping. But he has a long way to go. RICHARD LEE COLVIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
6 Injured After Alabama Strikers Hurl Debris at Vehicles; 4 Arrested Reuters
BOOK REVIEW / NONFICTION : Master of the Radio Broadcast Stands Out on Paper, Too : NORMAN CORWIN'S LETTERS Edited by A.J. Langguth ; Barricade Books $29.95, 467 pages JONATHAN KIRSCH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Range Of Debate : The Scenic Slopes of Mt. Shasta Have Sparked a Battle Among Residents Who Count on It to Feed Their Bodies and Souls : When I first caught sight of Shasta, I was 50 miles away and afoot, alone and weary. Yet my blood turned to wine, and I have not been weary since. --John Muir, 1874 EDWARD SILVER, LOS ANGELES TIMES
'90s FAMILY : Baby Books Grow Up and Meet the '90s : Today's guidelines speak to both parents. And while some advice remains the same, those old rules about alcohol, smoking and moms working outside the home sure have changed. NICOLE M. MALEC, THE HARTFORD COURANT
Mexican Firm's Director a Fugitive in Bank Scandal MARK FINEMAN and CHRIS KRAUL, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Russia Livid Over Alleged Spying by U.S. SONNI EFRON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'90s FAMILY : The Family Hour : Kids take to computers like fish to water. New magazines help tap that interest. ROBERT LEVINE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
ENTERTAINMENT
KCOP Takes a 'Risky' Path in Late-Night TV : Programming: Channel 13 sets 2 1/2 hours of first-run shows in a slot usually used for talk shows and syndicated reruns. The target audience--young adults. STEVE WEINSTEIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Emmy Nominee in Good Company at Sunday's Show ANNE BERGMAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Music : How to Tune In to Mozart--With Your Good Ear : Interested in learning more about music? This column is another in an occasional series devoted to books that can help make you a more perceptive listener. CHRIS PASLES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Labor Day Weekend Box Office : Summer Season Goes Out With a Bang DAVID J. FOX and SOURCE: Exhibitor Relations Co.
'Meditations' Goes Beyond Recognition WILLIAM WILSON, TIMES ART CRITIC
TV Review : A Hopeful 'High School II' Values Critical Thinking ROBERT KOEHLER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Theater Reviews : 'Chorus Line' Gets a Kick From Actors T.H. McCULLOH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
O.C. Theater Review : It's a Properly Proper 'Story' T.H. McCULLOH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Theater Reviews : 'Hatful of Rain' Keeps Its Shape : 1955 Drama Still Pulls Audience in With Its Look at Drug Addiction MARK CHALON SMITH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Return to Normandy, 'Where It All Began' : Movies: A segment of the week-long Festival of American Cinema focuses on 'Films for the Fight,' a remembrance of how Hollywood depicted World War II. SCOTT KRAFT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Conserving Paintings and a Museum's Role : Art: LACMA officials say its exhibition focusing on restoration of two 15th-Century works provides a context for art history and an institution's responsibility. SUZANNE MUCHNIC, TIMES ART WRITER
Channel 13 Struggles to Redo the News : Television: After five years of directing the station's coverage, Jeff Wald says it's improved despite problems. STEVE WEINSTEIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUSINESS
Plaza Home Mortgage to Be Sold for $120 Million : Banking: Fleet Financial Group will acquire Santa Ana-based firm, which has been hurt by rising interest rates. JAMES S. GRANELLI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Dow Revives; Bonds, Buck Weaken From Times Staff and Wire Services
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : Inventor Wants His Name Digitally Recorded in History : Law: Culver City man files suit to gain recognition for his work on optical discs. Electronics giant Philips seeks dismissal. AMY HARMON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Dow Revives; Bonds, Buck Weaken From Times Wire Services
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : Robot Teams: One Brain for All KATHLEEN WIEGNER
Energy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Surprising Season : One-Time Events Perk Up Southland Tourism Industry NANCY RIVERA BROOKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Retail Greg Johnson Times staff writer
Other News From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Retail Greg Johnson Times staff writer
Vehicle Sales Climb 10.3% During August : Automobiles: Light trucks continue to lead strong gains for the Big Three. From Associated Press
NYSE Member Firms Lost $404 Million in 2nd Quarter From Reuters
Kids' Allowances Can Still Be Teaching Tool : Fiscal Responsibility on $11.75 a Week LINDA STERN, REUTERS
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : When to Say When to Children Using PCs From Associated Press
Japan Market Issues: Time Running Out : Trade: Ambassador says sanctions hinge on results of high-level meetings. President Clinton plans to join efforts for accord. From Associated Press
Jury Orders Chevron to Pay $30.9 Million From Bloomberg Business News
Retail Greg Johnson Times staff writer
San Diego Misses $1.6-Million Payment to City Bondholders From Reuters
CareLine Plans to Buy 2 Chicago-Area Firms
American Express Launches New Credit Card : Finance: The Optima True Grace, which features lower rates and a 25-day grace period, is expected to boost competition. KATHY M. KRISTOF, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Trip Planning at Home: 2 Programs Compared RICHARD O'REILLY
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : The Reader's Digest Version of CD-ROM From Reuters
Banking & Finance From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Energy From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Airlines From Times Staff and Wire Reports
U.S. Economy Most Competitive
The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : Federal Agencies Converting to Computerized Bidding Process : Procurement: New system aims to open up access to contracts. Paperwork also will be simplified for bidders. NANCY RIVERA BROOKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RETAIL : TV, Economy Credited for Attendance Rise at Action Sports Show Greg Johnson Times staff writer
Steel From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Continental Offers New Discount Fares : Travel: The airline will cut prices up to 50% this fall on tickets for U.S. flights. From Bloomberg Business News
Is Hilton Hotels Takeover Talk Just Same Room With Different Sheets? TOM PETRUNO
Kodak to Sell Diagnostics Medical Unit for $1 Billion : Health care: Analysts say the decision can be traced to increased concern about reform legislation. From Times Staff and Wire Reports
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTIES : The Cutting Edge: Computing / Technology / Innovation : Patent Lawyers Oppose Bryson Nomination JAMES EVANS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Retail Greg Johnson Times staff writer
Farmers Count on a New Cash Crop: Pasta : Agriculture: Irvine group is marketing foods processed by North Dakota wheat growers. Goal is to cut out middleman. GREG JOHNSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fleet Financial to Buy Plaza Home Mortgage : Finance: Deal comes as rising interest rates put a crimp in refinancing activity, reducing profits. JAMES S. GRANELLI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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