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What happened on April 17, 1995
BUSINESS
U.S. Shoe Agrees to $1.3-Billion Takeover Offer : Acquisition: The parent company of LensCrafters approves bid by Italy's Luxottica Group. JAMES F. PELTZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ENTERPRISE : A New Defense Strategy : Metal Shop Diversifies and Survives VICKI TORRES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Southland Times Staff Reports
Transportation Times Staff and Wire Reports
Southland Times Staff Reports
Vietnam Times Staff and Wire Reports
Transportation Times Staff and Wire Reports
Philippines Times Staff and Wire Reports
San Diego Officials Engineer Effort to Inject New Life Into Historic Rail Line : Commerce: They say reopening the San Diego & Imperial Valley route will help both U.S. and Mexican firms. CHRIS KRAUL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Other News Times Staff and Wire Reports
Bankers Peeved Over NASD Mutual Fund Plan : Investing: Brokers call the new sales rules costly and unfair. The association says they are needed to protect customers. From Associated Press
Japan Times Staff and Wire Reports
Trying to Add Some Fizz JAMES BATES
Orange County Times Staff Reports
Real Estate Awaits O.C. Revival : After 26% Home Sales Drop, Coldwell Chief Sees Good Signs DEBORA VRANA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Australia to Try to Slow Economy, Official Says From Bloomberg Business News
Securities Times Staff and Wire Reports
Not Too Late to Throw a Pie at IRS From Associated Press
Orange County Times Staff Reports
Last-Minute Tax Tips KATHY M. KRISTOF
Fluor Government Services Unit Appoints New President Times Staff and Wire Reports
China Times Staff and Wire Reports
NEWS ANALYSIS : Bid Puts Chrysler Chairman in the Hot Seat : Autos: Robert J. Eaton's management has been widely lauded. So why did Kerkorian launch a takeover battle? DONALD W. NAUSS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Not Too Late to Throw a Pie at IRS From Associated Press
Post Offices Open for Late Tax Filers
Chinese Being Given Greater Remote Control : Asia: Shanghai leads the nation in television's shift from a propaganda tool to a source of entertainment. From Associated Press
When Beeper Beeps, Standby Nurse Should Answer It
San Diego County Times Staff Reports
Other News Times Staff and Wire Reports
NEWS
Guatemalan Leader Sides With Army Over U.S. : Central America: A president dependent on his military appears headed for conflict with Washington over slayings. EDWARD ORLEBAR, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Aid for Substance Abusers a Target of Welfare Foes ELIZABETH SHOGREN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Child Care Group Told: Fire Officials or Lose Funding : Education: State schools chief Delaine Eastin issues warning after U.S. prosecutors give details of bribery and theft probe. The organization receives $8 million a year. VIRGINIA ELLIS and CYNTHIA H. CRAFT, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Campaigner Dornan Stirs Strong and Varied Feelings GEBE MARTINEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. and Japan Discuss Dollar--to Little Avail JAMES GERSTENZANG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Folic Acid's Pregnancy Benefits Reduced in Latinos, Study Finds
NEWS ANALYSIS : O.C. Pins Hopes on an Untested Legal Theory : Recovery: The county wants to issue $250 million in bonds, and give buyers priority over earlier investors. RENE LYNCH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Taiwanese Opposition's Independence Drive Shows Need for New U.S. Policy JIM MANN
COMMITMENTS : An Eye-Opening Moment of Terror Brings a New Way of Life JOSEPH HANANIA, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
On Easter Rounds, Pope a Mix of Frailty, Stamina : Religion: Worry about his health gives way to thoughts of how he is steering church toward its third millennium. WILLIAM D. MONTALBANO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : Politics Gets Personal in France : After years of discretion, presidential candidates and other public figures are revealing details of their private lives. They discuss love, money and family secrets in campaigns based on image, not issues. SCOTT KRAFT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Israeli Forces Slay 3 Alleged Militants : Mideast: Ambushed in West Bank, the Palestinians reportedly include a key Hamas gunman. Army says trio was heavily armed and planning a terrorist attack. MARY CURTIUS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Environmental Laws Face Siege in Legislature JENIFER WARREN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Iraq Formally Rejects U.N. Offer for Oil Sales Associated Press
Coverage of U.N. Conference Shows Vatican Media Savvy : Influence: Office stressed Pope's position in advance of the gathering on population, then sent its articulate spokesman to put church doctrine in world spotlight. DAVID SHAW, TIMES STAFF WRITER
115 Haitians Found Hidden Aboard Boat Off Florida Associated Press
Spring Storm Chases Easter Services Inside ERIC SLATER and EDWARD J. BOYER, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Allan Scott; Writer of Astaire-Rogers Musicals
Former Journalist Serves as 'Papal Spin Doctor' : Media: Some reporters say spokesman makes Vatican more open. Others still compare its secrecy to Kremlin's. DAVID SHAW, TIMES STAFF WRITER
In Brazil, Heirs Recall Last Stand of U.S. Confederacy RON HARRIS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
William Robson; Radio Producer-Director BURT A. FOLKART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Sure It Has Votes to Extend Nuclear-Arms Treaty : Diplomacy: Delegates from more than 170 countries meet today at the United Nations to discuss permanent renewal of non-proliferation pact. NORMAN KEMPSTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dole, Gramm Clash Over Balanced Budget : Politics: Senate majority leader says foe's pledge to achieve goal by the year 2000 cannot be fulfilled. Texan insists it can be done. MARLENE CIMONS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. May Scan DMV Data to Catch Cheaters Associated Press
Dornan's Presidential Bid Off to Bizarre Start : Politics: Governor of Delaware greets him dressed as pregnant woman. Long-shot campaign relies on family. GEBE MARTINEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
L.A. Activist Among 6 to Be Feted CONNIE KOENENN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LAUGH LINES : Jokes
BOOK REVIEW: FICTION : An Elegant and Literate Tale of Suspense : THE SEVIGNE LETTERS by William Eisner ; Baskerville $18, 191 pages ELAINE KENDALL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Few Were Dreaming of a White Easter : Holiday: Wintry weather leaves Southland looking more like Christmas, with snow down to the 1,500-foot level. Rain forces outdoor services inside and causes scattered power outages. EDWARD J. BOYER and ERIC SLATER, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Charred Body Found in Car of Missing Bank Employee DIANE SEO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COMMITMENTS : The Big Jilt : Hugh Grant did it. Dustin Hoffman made someone do it. Of course, it's easy in the movies. But no matter how embarrassing the circumstances, it's better to call off a wedding than be an unhappy spouse. LEILA COBO-HANLON, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Well Versed : Debbie Friedman, a Top Performer of Jewish Music, Has a Way of Melding Melody and Story GRETA BEIGEL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Canada, EU Reach Agreement on Fishing in North Atlantic TYLER MARSHALL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brazil's Leader Comes Bearing Message of Stability : Latin America: Cardoso's meetings with Clinton and others will allow him to contrast his country with Mexico. RON HARRIS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Bittersweet Reunion for Father and Son : Families: After 14 years, the search for the abducted Tustin boy ends in San Bernardino County. The youth, now 17, appeals for mercy for his mother, who faces felony charges. KEN ELLINGWOOD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
L.A.'s Fatal Attraction : Angelenos have seen a fair share of captivating criminal acts. Beautiful victims and monstrous (or moneyed) suspects keep us enthralled. Yet few have the intrigue of the 'Black Dahlia.' LYNELL GEORGE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Well-Conducted Tour for Symphony Donors Ann Conway
COMMITMENTS : True Love in the Arms of Another Woman DAVID FARRELL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Rose by Any Other Name . . . Jack Smith
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Deep Into L.A.'s Pothole Controversy RICHARD SIMON
A Return to Vietnam : Actress Kieu Chinh Leaves Today on Quest to Resolve Lingering Family Mysteries DIANE SEO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Caltrans Works Through the Worst of Pothole Repairs CAROLINE LEMKE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Friends Outside Bring Companionship, Help to Inmates SUE REILLY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Economic Profile
Why Turkey Is So Key
OXNARD : Man, 23, Treated for Gunshot Wound JEFF McDONALD
ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : Delegation's Day in the Sun
Christian Coalition
Clash of Views on the School Board
Clash of Views on the School Board
State Agriculture Secretary Voss
Republicans
Armed Services Recruit
A Contest With Implications for the Future GEORGE RAMOS
PORT HUENEME : Naval Base Cleanup Wins Top U. S. Award LISA M. BOWMAN
Surfing Into Unsafe Waters? : County and state have to get their lifeguard act together
VENTURA : City May Put Curbs on Panhandling CATHERINE SAILLANT
Death Believed Homicide
SIMI VALLEY : 2 Students to Receive $1,000 Scholarships PAUL ELIAS
A Blessing From the East DAVID BLUMENKRANTZ, For The Times
Steps Taken to Make Metrolink Stop Permanent : Transportation: Palmdale will pay part of needed cost for station improvements, which must be made to ensure continued commuter service to the high desert. PHIL SNEIDERMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THOUSAND OAKS : 4 Musicals Proposed in Civic Arts Contract JULIE FIELDS
SIMI VALLEY : Initiative Will Be Debated at Library PAUL ELIAS
Bad Hare Day : Easter Showers Dampen Services, Egg Hunts RENE LYNCH, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LAPD Raids
Even Drug Companies Fear Its Abolition : Preserve but reform the Food and Drug Administration
Jesus Flores Vargas; Longtime Oxnard Resident
Report Cards Reveal Foes, Allies of Area's Congressmen : Politics: Beilenson and Gallegly, like their colleagues, are graded on votes affecting interest groups' causes, earning top marks for different reasons. MARC LACEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Toxic Discharges
Repair Scheduled for Street Lamp Damaged by Rains SARA CATANIA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clash of Views on the School Board
Rained On, but Not Rained Out, Worshipers Greet the Dawn : Easter: Thousands in county brave the elements to attend services. A sparse but spirited group of 25 attends annual Libbey Bowl event. JEFF McDONALD, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Man Confronted, Fatally Shot
Body of Gunshot Victim Found
Fires Hit Garden Grove, Orange Metal Finishing Plants DIANE SEO and ANNA CEKOLA, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Blazing a New Trail : The U. S. Forest Service has crafted a unique compromise that is intended to protect a rare toad and will also give motorcyclists access to a favorite path. FRED ALVAREZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Charred Body Found Inside Burning ATM Service Vehicle : Crime: Authorities have not identified the remains, but the wife of a bank machine technician missing since Friday says she believes it is him. DIANE SEO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County Plan to Sell Court Records Assailed : Information: Private firms object to proposed fees, conditions for use of 24-hour database containing civil files. CARLA RIVERA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Similarities in Alleged Victims Cited : Investigations: All are Latino boys from low-income families, say detectives in molestation case involving a teacher. JULIE TAMAKI and SHARON MOESER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Study Finds Youth Unlikely to Report Sex Abuse by Teachers : Schools: Co-author of four-year report says of 225 cases involving students, only 7.5% of the allegations were found to be false. JULIE TAMAKI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cultures Clash Over a Church : Armenians Cite Property Rights in Effort to Change Historic Landmark STEVE RYFLE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Teen-Ager Held in Shooting of 8 Youths : Crime: All victims are wounded; one is critically hurt. It's the second such gang-related incident in the Valley in three days, police say. ERROL COCKFIELD
Court Hearing to Decide Fate of Old Bunker by Wetlands : Law: Depending on the outcome, an army of bulldozers could begin turning the structure at Bolsa Chica into rubble by week's end. DAVID HALDANE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
McNamara Book on Vietnam
The Hypocrisy of Sanctions on Iran : Persian Gulf: The U.S. fights a reactor for nuclear energy while U.S. companies get rich on 'forbidden,' underpriced oil. BEHROUZ SABA, Behrouz Saba is a native of Iran who lives in Los Angeles.
ENTERTAINMENT
Self-Taught Tadao Ando Wins the 1995 Pritzker Prize : Architecture: Honored for combining 'artistic and intellectual sensitivity,' he will be given a $100,000 grant on May 22 in Versailles. SUZANNE MUCHNIC, TIMES ART WRITER
JAZZ REVIEWS : Joe Houston Delivers, With Two Honks to Spare BILL KOHLHAASE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Sense of Drama Fades From the Theater RAYE BIRK, Raye Birk has been an actor for 25 years, working in theater, TV and film. He also teaches acting at USC School of Theatre and directs. and
Real Heroes of the West FRED R. BROOKS, Fred R. Brooks is a retired engineer who lives in Santa Monica. and
If It's Southern California, It Must Be Lalla-Land MARK CHALON SMITH, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Big Hit on Small Screen : 'Baseball' Brings O'Neil Notoriety SUSAN KING, TIMES STAFF WRITER
JAZZ REVIEWS : A Fusion Fix From Ex-Crusader Stix Hooper BILL KOHLHAASE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THEATER REVIEW : A Spirited Coward 'Spirit' in Costa Mesa LAURIE WINER, TIMES THEATER CRITIC
JAZZ REVIEW : Siegel-Hersch Duo: Style and Substance at Jazz Bakery DON HECKMAN
Pearl Jam's Side in Ticket Battle KELLY CURTIS, Kelly Curtis is the manager of Pearl Jam. and
DANCE REVIEW : San Jose Troupe Dances Life of Saint JENNIFER FISHER
POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Aggressive East Coast Rap at the Olympic JONATHAN GOLD
Faithfull Takes Turn as Chanteuse : Pop music review: The singer's one-woman tribute to Kurt Weill lacks requisite style and dramatic depth. DON HECKMAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
TV REVIEW : Courtney Love's Pure Emotion on 'MTV Unplugged' ROBERT HILBURN
WEEKEND REVIEW : Dance : City Ballet's Damian Woetzel: A Homecoming for Another 'Apollo' LEWIS SEGAL, TIMES DANCE WRITER
MUSIC REVIEWS : Blues Festival Provides Some of That Sweet Soul Music STEVE APPLEFORD
A Fantastic Voyage Through the Mind HOWARD ROSENBERG
ART REVIEWS : Jeffrey Vallance: Art That Beams Up His World DAVID PAGEL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Bad Boys' Retains Top Spot Over the Holiday Weekend : Box office: Second-place 'Rob Roy' continues strong showing, but most new releases fare poorly. RICHARD NATALE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
Second Thoughts : After Failed Experiments, Angels Believe Easley Is Second Baseman of Future MIKE DiGIOVANNA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rucchin Emerges for Ducks ROBYN NORWOOD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Park Makes Bid for Rotation BOB NIGHTENGALE
Ceballos Picks Up Quiet 33 : Pro basketball: Forward continues his hot streak and helps Lakers end four-game slide with 125-111 victory over Mavericks. SCOTT HOWARD-COOPER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SANTA ANITA : Wait Is Worth It as Desormeaux Wins No. 3,000 BOB MIESZERSKI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOLF ROUNDUP : Tway Ends 5-Year Drought by Winning 3-Way Playoff From Associated Press
Smith Saves the Easy Way : Angels Counting on Closer to Shore Up Bullpen, Add to Baseball-Best Total of 434 MIKE DiGIOVANNA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Boston to Invite 25,000 for Its 100th Running JIM HODGES
Sharks Go Past Kings : Hockey: Irbe's 2-0 shutout puts San Jose in No. 8 spot in West. From Associated Press
Forget Birdies and Eagles, Think Beavers and Machetes MAL FLORENCE
Floyd Can't Be Caught This Time : Senior golf: He wins PGA by five shots to make up for collapse in 1994. From Associated Press
NHL ROUNDUP : Hull's First Four-Goal Game Cools Detroit From Associated Press
Weather Delays Cup Races Associated Press
Sharks Have Edge on Kings : Hockey: San Jose wins, controls final playoff spot with nine games left. LISA DILLMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJORS : Hershiser Goes Two in Debut Associated Press
BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Boskie Sharp, Sanderson Not MIKE DiGIOVANNA
WORLD SPORTS SCENE : Sprinters Say Nationals Out of Order RANDY HARVEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Notes on a Scorecard ALLAN MALAMUD
Cypress' Pickler Commits to Tennessee
Nobody Won Like Montana MIKE DOWNEY
Courier Defeats Aching Agassi From Staff and Wire Reports
NBA ROUNDUP : Knicks Remember Jordan, Forget Pippen From Associated Press
Golf Is Ace in the Hole for Tustin Standout Lee : Athletics: Dedication is the strategy in classroom and on the course. MARTIN BECK, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Larry The Legend Injured, Will Miss Kentucky Derby BOB MIESZERSKI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Villa Park Expected to Hire Reynolds
Boston Marathon Records Could Go Out the Window JIM HODGES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COMMENTARY : Ewing and 10 Other Reasons Knicks Will Win MIKE LUPICA, NEWSDAY
MAGAZINE
THE BIZ : Rousing Business David Wallis
THE TUBE : Ayuda and Comfort Leila Cobo-Hanlon
RESTAURANTS : STRIKING IT RICH : Ambitious Food, a Serene Setting, Reasonable Prices--This is No Typical Hotel Restaurant S. Irene Virbila
SPORT REPORT : Rocky Rogues Jason Ediger
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