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What happened on April 23, 1995
BOOKS
Fairy Tales for Grown-ups : ART AND LIES, By Jeanette Winterson \o7 (Alfred A. Knopf: $22; 206 pp.)\f7 By Rikki Ducornet, \o7 Rikki Ducornet is the author of "The Jade Cabinet."\f7
Fairy Tales for Grown-ups : EX UTERO, By Laurie Foos \o7 (Coffee House Press: $16.95; 199 pp.)\f7 By Fay Weldon, \o7 Fay Weldon's latest novel, "Splitting," is due out in June (Atlantic Monthly Press)\f7
Fairy Tales for Grown-ups : THE MATISSE STORIES, By A. S. Byatt \o7 (Random House: $17; 144 pp.)\f7 By David Plante, \o7 David Plante, who lives in England, is the author of "Annunciation," "The Accident" and many other novels\f7
Playing God With the Cosmos : A MOMENT ON EARTH: The Coming Age of Environmental Optimism, \o7 By Gregg Easterbrook (Viking: $27.95; 698 pp.)\f7 By David Seideman, \o7 David Seideman, a Time Reporter, is the author of "Showdown at Opal Creek: The Battle for America's Last Wilderness\f7 .\o7 "\f7
From Dream to Nightmare : The L.A. riots and the Korean-American community : BLUE DREAMS: Korean Americans and the Los Angeles Riots, \o7 By Nancy Abelmann and John Lie (Harvard University Press: $29.95; 288 pp.)\f7 By K.W. Lee, \o7 K.W. Lee, former editor of The Korea Times English Edition, is now a producer for KCRA-TV in Sacramento\f7
An Ugly America Journal of Croatian's observances : HAVE A NICE DAY: From the Balkan War to the American Dream, \o7 By Dubravka Ugresic\f7 . \o7 Translated by Celia Hawkesworth (Viking: $21.95; 241 pp.)\f7 By Richard Eder
Adventures of a Frisbee, By ELVIA GUERRA, age 11
Nonfiction By Chris Goodrich
Untitled, by Sonia Sanchez
Nonfiction By Chris Goodrich
Fiction By Chris Goodrich
Nonfiction By Chris Goodrich
Nonfiction By Chris Goodrich
Nonfiction By Chris Goodrich
S.I. Newhouse, You've Got Competition By Martin Zimmerman
Getting the Picture By Michael Cart
The Heart to Hart : LORENZ HART: A Poet on Broadway, \o7 By Frederick Nolan (Oxford University Press: $25; 390 pp.)\f7 By Robert Dawidoff, \o7 Robert Dawidoff teaches history at the Claremont Graduate School. His collection "White Liberalism: Is There Any Other Kind? and Other Essays" is forthcoming from Temple University Press\f7
PAGE TO SCREEN : Mommy Weirdest By John Clark
THE UNQUIET GHOST: Russians Remember Stalin \o7 by Adam... By Charles Solomon
DINERS \o7 by John Baeder (Abrams: $19.95; 144 pp.). \f7... By Charles Solomon
FRIDAYS WITH RED: A Radio Friendship \o7 by Bob Edwards... By Charles Solomon
SHEBEEN TALES: Messages From Harare \o7 by Chenjerai Hove... By Charles Solomon
CONSUMED: Why Americans Love, Hate, and Fear Food \o7 by... By Charles Solomon
DREAMKEEPERS: A Spirit-Journey Into Aboriginal Australia... By Charles Solomon
THE GREEN CONSUMER \o7 by Joel Makower with John Elkington... By Charles Solomon
Talking Horse : Where Tarantino meets 'Twin Palms' : PERMANENT MIDNIGHT: A Memoir, \o7 By Jerry Stahl (Warner Books: $22.95; 371 pp.)\f7 By Bruce Wagner, \o7 Bruce Wagner wrote TV's "Wild Palms" and the upcoming "White Dwarf," from Fox. He also wrote the novel "Force Majeure," and his next book, "I'm Losing You" is due from Random House in the spring\f7
NEWS
Multiculturalism And The Taper
Kato & Calendar: Fire Away
A summary of selected City Hall actions this week affecting central Los Angeles. : CITY COUNCIL By Michael Krikorian
George Givens Dies; Fought Liquor Stores, Assault Guns
CRENSHAW : Summer Jobs for Youths Available
JEFFERSON PARK : Photojournal Offers Kids' View of Life
REGION : Fund-Raiser to Aid the Hungry Planned By Enrique Lavin
ECHO PARK : Politicians to Read at Library Fund-Raiser
The Winter of Her Content : People Can Become 'Trapped in a Box' if They Aren't Exposed to Different Things, a Gifted Student Says By Erin J. Aubry
Change in Programming at KUSC
His NFL Futute Is a matter of Degree : Keyshawn Johnson would be a shoo-in on any team's draft wish list, but for the USC receiver there's only one roster that counts--graduation. By Sean Waters
Salvadoran Humanitarian Loses Fight With Cancer By Leslie Berestein
The Role of Churches in Local Politics
Moose Bailey Sparkles in Losing Cause : Basketball: Loyola guard scores 10 in high school/junior college all-star classic. Another contest is marred by the absence of LACC players. By La Teel Frierson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BOXING : Boxers Advance in Golden Gloves : National Tournament Awaits After State Championships By Melanie Ley, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Cherokees Campaign in 'Hot Race' : Politics: Candidates for principal chief and other offices will visit southeast Los Angeles to line up absentee ballots for the June 17 election. By Michael P. Lucas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Fight to Save a Neighborhood : Graffiti: Homeowners leave no stone unturned in the battle to stop the encroachment of taggers and gang members in their area. By Leslie Berestein, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Public Hearings to Cover Redevelopment Proposals
BALDWIN HILLS : New Project Planned Around Theater Site By Erin J. Aubry
CRENSHAW : Arts School Adding Technology Center By Erin J. Aubry
LEIMERT PARK : Residents Can Now DASH to Errands
EAST LOS ANGELES : Prop. 187 Session to Provide Information By Geoff Boucher
EAST LOST ANGELES : Parent Center Ties Classrooms to Homes By Geoff Boucher
EAST LOS ANGELES : Jurado to Be Captain of Sheriff's Station
REGION : Special Olympics at South Gate High By Enrique Lavin
REGION : Putting Students on 'Fast Track' to Work By Enrique Lavin
DOWNTOWN : Development Plan to Be Shared Thursday
SILVERLAKE : Homeless Campers Removed from Site
DOWNTOWN : Olvera Street May Get Horse Carriages By Marilyn Martinez
REGION : Jefferson Bungalows Get Needed Face Lift By Stephen Gregory
Post-Riot News Coverage Topic of Workshop
WATTS : Peace Day Festival, Talent Show Today
KOREATOWN : Retail Management Workshops Offered
WESTLAKE : Law Day to Focus on Immigration Issues
WILSHIRE : Hanging in Singapore Sparks Protest By Leslie Berestein
young lives in the balance : Budget Cuts Could Force Closure of Several of the 19 L.A. County Youth Camps That Seek to Rehabilitate Those Who Are Not Yet Chronic Offenders. But Would Using Tougher Facilities Make Society Pay More in the End? By Efrain Hernandez Jr., Times Staff Writer
CITY ARTS : Culinary Tour of Africa By Christina V. Godbey
RUNNING : Pinto Puts Some Distance Between Herself, Kansas By Kirby Lee, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Return to Form : Black Tennis Trailblazer Oscar Johnson Jr. Showing Youths the Path to Success By Rick Ramirez, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Crenshaw Is Looking to Moore Brothers : Baseball: Cougars hope that the tandem can be the nucleus that will fuel team's return to a championship level. By Charles Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Top QBs and Receivers to Compete in Air 7 Challenge By Will Etheridge, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Career Anxiety Makes the Long Climb to Wasserman's Office
Congress Holds Prescription for Change
Opposition to Sale of Water District
Coming Tuesday
Respect Differences of Religions
Is It \o7 Outing\f7 or \o7 Attacking\f7 ?
Attention That's Long Overdue By Robin Abcarian
Fido's Best Friend COMPILED BY THE SOCIAL CLIMES STAFF
THE SUNDAY PROFILE : Because It's There : It's more than two years and $8 million away, but Dr. Neil Barth has his sights set on the challenge of a lifetime: racing his sloop around the world for the better part of a year. By Thomas Curwen, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Eight Ports of Call on Seven Continents By Thomas Curwen
Cheap Dates : County Museum Offers the Fine Art of Jazz By Mark Ehrman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Environmentalism Key to Existence
Help for Those Caught in Wake of War
Keep the Marines on El Toro Air Base
Sentencing in Mob Attack Was Justified
School Administrators Are at Fault
Questions About the Senate Primary
Equine Emergency
Keep Library Open
Measure R Gives Voters Voice on Who Ultimately Pays
The Settlement Hearing Was a Farce
Judge in Woods Case Deserves Recall
Odd Priorities
Scenic Corridor Disputes Likely to Be Repeated
Following the Rules Is Best Advice for Cyclists
Bleeding the DWP to Pay Others Won't Work
Trash Stops Where the View Doesn't
Lockers Decision an Example of What's Wrong in Schools
A Tough Way to Earn Recognition
Story Missed the Track on Street, Drag Racing
Airport Project Foes Not Speaking for All
Sex Education Issue Not Reported Well
Let Common Sense Prevail in Schools
Statistics Misleading on Ojai Crime Rate
Sheriff, D.A. May Take Over More Services By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Aspiring Adoptive Parents Face Greed, Competition, Exploitation : Society: With 40 couples vying for each baby and the lure of profits, independents have displaced church and private agencies. By Maggie Jackson, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Antarctica's Bitter Cold Freezes Early Explorers' Sites in Time : History: The belongings of doomed expedition leader Robert Scott, and those of other South Pole pioneers, are maintained with help from subzero temperatures. By Peter James Spielmann, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Adulterated, Fake Drugs Flood Africa : Medicine: In Ivory Coast, for example, prices of medicine have increased by about 80% in a year. A booming black market satisfies some of the demand. By Amba Dadson, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Anti-Missile Weapon Tested \o7 Reuters\f7
Eight-Week Vision Training Program Helps Older Adults Read Better, Faster \o7 Associated Press\f7
Battle-Hardened GIs Wept at Nazi Death Camp Horrors : World War II: Bodies stacked like cordwood, lampshades made of human skin, starving survivors have haunted liberators for 50 years. By Terrence Petty, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Farmers Rebel Over Wetlands Regulations : Environment: The furor is fueling a movement that could lead Congress to gut protective laws in the name of property rights. By Philip Brasher, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Reich Asks Business to Help Close Income Gap : Labor: Disparity, he said, poses 'an enormous problem for this country. . . . If unaddressed, this can rip our society apart.' \o7 from Associated Press\f7
You Don't Have to Be Zany, But It Helps : Lifestyle: Psychologist's list of happy eccentrics include Albert Einstein, Alexander Graham Bell, Emily Dickinson, Charlie Chaplin, Howard Hughes and Ludwig Wittgenstein. By Randi Hutter Epstein, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fighting Halted, Irish Take Time to Grieve : Belfast: Cease-fire revives sorrow for loved ones killed or maimed during 25 years of sectarian strife. By Sue Leeman, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Civil War Ledgers Found in Rhode Island Prison : History: Treasures found amid basement junk include books with battlefield maps, enlistment papers of volunteers, and orders written with quill and ink. \o7 from Associated Press\f7
Two-Thirds Do Buckle Up \o7 Associated Press\f7
Magic Mushrooms Fire Up Mad Scramble : Idaho: Big morel crop is expected because of Pacific Northwest blaze last year. Expensive fungi thrive on wood ash and soil disturbance. Authorities brace for confrontations between rival pickers. By Dan Gallagher, ASSOCIATED PRESS
School Integration Debate Shatters Peace : Connecticut: West Hartford has long been a haven for middle- and upper-income whites. But those days are gone. By Mike Clancy, REUTERS
Bluebonnets Awe-Inspiring for Texans : Wildflowers: Roadside picture-taking is a springtime ritual. There are more than 1 million acres of beauty. By Sue Anne Pressley, WASHINGTON POST
States Sue Tobacco Firms to Recoup Health Costs : Courts: Florida, Mississippi, West Virginia and Minnesota launch a legal onslaught on cigarette makers. Up to 60 million 'little guys' join in massive class-action suit. By Christopher Sullivan, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Elderly, Disabled Biggest Users of Medicaid : Health: Reform is high on the political agenda. But the highest-cost recipients are unlikely HMO candidates. By Christopher Connell, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Electronic Bugs Reeling In Fish Thieves : Environment: Maryland biologists' bass-tracking project provides key evidence in huge poaching case. Four men are facing federal charges. By Todd Shields, THE WASHINGTON POST
Snake-Handling Worshipers Defy Death Itself : Religion: About 3,000 Americans are thought to be adherents of the practice, which has roots in Appalachia. Some have been bitten dozens of times. By Dan Sewell, ASSOCIATED PRESS
118 Poisonous Snakebites Later, He Is Still a Believer By Josef Federman, ASSOCIATED PRESS
N.Y. Mother Convicted of Murdering Five Babies \o7 from Associated Press\f7
Ex-Maryland Lobbyist Is Sentenced and Fined \o7 Associated Press\f7
5-County Alabama Region Declared Disaster Area \o7 Associated Press\f7
Hundreds Killed in Rwandan Refugee Camp By John Balzar, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Angel Fans Will Strike Back, if Only for a While By Martin Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PLAY BALL, FINALLY: One thing you can always count on for... By Tom Reinken and Frank Messina and Jerry Hicks
Mangled Truck Axle Led Swiftly to Manacled Suspect : Investigation: Finding ID number on rental vehicle plus some luck led to arrest barely 48 hours later. By William C. Rempel, This story was reported by Times staff writers Stephen Braun, Richard A Serrano and William C. Rempel. It was written by Rempel
Hunt for 2nd Suspect Heats Up; Storm Slows Search for Victims : Bombing: Investigators target at least four states, while FBI arrests James and Terry Nichols as material witnesses. Death toll grows to 78; up to 150 still missing in Oklahoma City rubble. Rain, wind lash rescuers. By James Gerstenzang and Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
GOP Plans Deft Surgery on Medicare By Robert A. Rosenblatt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Silent Scars, Haunting Memories : Tragedy: Six survivors tell how the Oklahoma blast has altered their lives. By Mike Clary and Lianne Hart and Elizabeth Shogren, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
A Few Toddlers Clinging to Life: the 'Lucky Ones' By Lianne Hart and Jesse Katz, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Suspect's Journey: Quiet Youth to Angry Adult : Profile: People who have known McVeigh offer varying views. His hatred of government grew while in Army. By Sam Fulwood Iii and Bill Steigerwald, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
COLUMN ONE : Caught in the Middle in Mexico : Like many others, the De Buens' hopes were shattered by the peso's drop. 'We talk about what we've had to give up to survive--and about our anger,' says the family's frustrated father. By Mark Fineman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
OLD NEWS: Ever heard of the Lankershim Press? How about... By Jocelyn Y. Stewart and Jeff Schnaufer
CLAS Scores Perk Interest in Local Site By Martha L. Willman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Painful Memories of a Lost War Live On : Aftermath: South Vietnamese vets in O.C. are haunted by a bitter legacy. By Thao Hua and H.G. Reza, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Hitting Pay Dirt : Lawsuit Settlement Checks Bring Change and Opportunities to Mexican Laborers By Daryl Kelley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ex-Member of Therapy Board Faces Charges By Virginia Ellis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Cult Plot Against Disneyland Denied : Security: Federal officials say threat that sent scientists and Army chemical warfare team to theme park was a hoax. By Ron Ostrow and H.G. Reza, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Wife Speaks for Silenced Wilson : Politics: Under medical orders not to use his recovering vocal cord, governor listens as spouse lauds Nixon's tenacity. By Bill Stall, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Russia and Ukraine Seek Sea Change in Sevastopol : Politics: Control over city that is port to Black Sea Fleet and Kiev's navy is a sticking point in treaty between two nations. By Richard Boudreaux, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Absence Casts Doubt on Yeltsin's Health : Russia: President misses Easter services, causing speculation despite recent favorable medical report. By Richard Boudreaux, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kazakhstan Leader Tightens Grip on Reins of Power : Central Asia: In referendum, president of oil-rich nation is asking voters to extend term until year 2000. By Matt Bivens, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
President Seen as Kazakh De Gaulle By Matt Bivens, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Uganda Rebels Slay 82 Civilians, Army Says \o7 Reuters\f7
World IN BRIEF : BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA : Envoys Depart After Standoff With Rebels From Times Staff and Wire Reports
S. Africa Clears Ex-Cleric of Misappropriating Aid Funds : Scandal: Former anti-apartheid leader was focus of inquiry. With $500,000 still missing, police probe continues. By Bob Drogin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
World IN BRIEF : SRI LANKA : 25 Soldiers Die in Tamil Rebel Attack From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Mexican Government, Rebels Start Talks to End Conflict in Chiapas : Politics: Indian spectators leave before negotiations begin. Rebel leader Subcommander Marcos is not present. By Juanita Darling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Oklahoma City Weather
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Farm Raid Turns Nichols Brothers Into the Talk of a Michigan Town : Blast: Decker residents recall the pair's hobby of setting off homemade bombs--with suspect Timothy McVeigh. By Glenn F. Bunting and Judy Pasternak, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Grim Hunt Goes on in Shattered Building as Storm Adds Woes : Rescue: Wet, windy weather hampers attempts to search for survivors and increases concerns that the structure could collapse. By Richard Simon and Mike Clary, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Muslims Offer Reward
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Hope Makes Entrance in Heartland, but Good Feelings Go Only So Far By Peter H. King
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Voices from Home
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Local Hero
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Book Called 'Blueprint for Revolution' : Publications: 'The Turner Diaries' circulates among right-wing groups. It depicts a bombing strikingly similar to the Oklahoma City atrocity. By Jack Nelson, TIMES WASHINGTON BUREAU CHIEF
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Explosive Recipes Fill Books, Cyberspace : Information: In a democracy, there's no secret to making a murderous bomb. Just browse in a bookstore, or surf the Internet. By Dennis Romero, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Man Questioned in Bombing Tells of Being Harassed \o7 From Reuters\f7
Syria Labels Oklahoma Bombing a Criminal Act \o7 Reuters\f7
TERROR IN OKLAHOMA CITY : Targeting the Radicals: A Quandary : Law enforcement: The agencies must be cautious about the rights of groups, individuals. They must also avoid playing into the extremists' hands. By David Willman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Rain Puts Damper on Atlanta Festival \o7 Associated Press\f7
Sense of Urgency to Save Reforms Marks 25th Earth Day Celebration \o7 from Associated Press\f7
Whitewater's Starr Questions Clintons \o7 The Washington Post\f7
Assembly Bill Calls for Flat Tax on Businesses, Personal Income By Jerry Gillam, Times staff writer
Cleo Patra Brown; Boogie-Woogie Piano Player, Radio Show Host
Maggie Kuhn, 89; Iconoclastic Founder of Gray Panthers By Burt A. Folkart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Milovan Djilas; Onetime Yugoslav Official Became Dissident
Mrs. Clinton Plans Book on Child, Family Needs \o7 Associated Press\f7
Commission Forms to Seek Ex-Black Panther's Release By Lisa Respers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chess : International News By Jack Peters, INTERNATIONAL MASTER
LAPD Roll Calls
L.A. Subway Costs
Roots of Anti-Semitism
Vindication for Vietnam Protests
Great Winds
Baseball's New Order : The Longest Work Stoppage in Baseball History Abruptly Gave Way to a Frenzied Period of Transactions and Free-Agent Signings, Significantly Changing the Landscape of the Major Leagues for the 1995 Season. You Still Can't Tell All the Players Without a Scorecard, but Here's Your Next-Best Chance, a Look at What Is Expected to Be the Nucleus of Each Team, With Projected Starting Lineup, Rotation and Leading Relievers.
Why Not Recycle?
The Last Time She Saw Paris
Cool Rules
Sermons on the Count
Olden Goldies
Theory, Reality Don't Match
News, Tips & Bargains : Boning Up on Europe Car Rentals
Focus : What Becomes UPN's 'Legend'? : ANSWER: AN ORIGINAL SCRIPT AND RICHARD DEAN ANDERSON'S IDEAS ON HOW HIS HERO WOULD ACT By Susan King, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Into the Woods : HALLMARK ADAPTATION OF 'REDWOOD' TAKES CAST AND CREW TO THE FOREST WHERE PLAY WAS SET By Jackie Spinner, Jackie Spinner is a free-lance writer based in Santa Cruz
Profile : Talk Show as Therapy : WELCOME TO THE MARILYN KAGAN SHOW--SIT DOWN AND SHARE By Claudia Puig, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Danger of Love (CBS Sunday at 9 p.m.) is the second TV... By Kevin Thomas
'Music' Deserves Four Stars
Letterman Lambasts
Two celebrated Orson Welles Shakespeare films are on... By Kevin Thomas
Cable : Bravo's Acting Lessons By Susan King, TIMES STAFF WRITER
On View : Debbie Allen's 'In the House' By N.F. Mendoza, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A&e Tours 'House Of Eliott' By Martie Zad, THE WASHINGTON POST
WITH AN EYE ON . . . : First home is where the heart is for 'Babylon's' Claudia Christian--and a good role is comforting too By N.F. Mendoza, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SHOWS FOR YOUNGSTERS AND THEIR PARENTS TOO : Disney documentary for kids discovers all the 'weird' animals found at the zoos By N.F. Mendoza, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Baseball Returns To Tv
Considering This Near-golden Age By James Endrst, THE HARTFORD COURANT
Four-Star Films : 'White Heat' By Kevin Thomas
'Naked' By Kenneth Turan
'Cool Runnings' By Kevin Thomas
'It's All True' By Kenneth Turan
Pampered Pooch Gets 5th 'Barkday' Bash With Pals
Planner of Santa Monica, Westwood Renewal Projects to Move On By Tom Jennings, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Malibu to Seek Review of Deadline : General Plan: City officials ask for independent examination of a state decision to revoke an extension for completion of the development blueprint. Possible influence by developers is cited. By Kathleen Kelleher, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Beating the Fear : Self-defense: For-credit course at all-girl school emphasizes 'full contact'--from words to physical blows. By Carol Chastang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
UCLA: Fulbright to Architecture Student
DANCE : Pair's Passion for Tango Has Universal Appeal By Scott Shibuya Brown, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Food: Beverly Hills Hotel Selects Chef
REGION : Councils Pass the Mayoral Gavel in Leadership Rites By Kathleen Kelleher
SANTA MONICA : Shopper at Mall Attacked With Stun Gun By Susan Steinberg
A summary of selected City Hall actions last week that... By Michael Krikorian
WESTSIDE COVER STORY : Working-Class Uprising : Feeling Exploited, UCLA Grad Students Plan 2-Day Walkout as Part of Unionizing Bid By Adrian Maher
For Seniors : At 91, a 'Player' Sparkles Upon the Stage By Linda Feldman
ENTERTAINMENT
THEATER NOTES : Alex Enters New League for Musicals By Don Shirley
A Piano Pro Hits New Stride : After 32 virtuoso years, Andre Watts is taking pains to please himself. By Daniel Cariaga, \o7 Daniel Cariaga is The Times' music writer\f7
Two Views of Schoenberg's 'Pelleas' By Herbert Glass, \o7 Herbert Glass is a regular contributor to Calendar\f7
Artistry in the Round : Renee Petropoulos explores the forms, functions of wreaths in her current exhibition. : The artist is in the midst of public projects including a work at El Segundo's Green Line station. By Kristine Mckenna, \o7 Kristine McKenna is a frequent contributor to Calendar\f7
'Bedtime Story' Pays Off : Madonna's $2-million endeavor receives the top nod for special effects that get the left brain just about right. By Chris Willman, \o7 Chris Willman's Sound & Vision appears occasionally in Calendar\f7
For Insurance Firms, Moshing Is the Pits By Steve Hochman
BRILL CREAM: Director Alison Anders' currently filming... By Steve Hochman
BOOT SCOOT: If you're saving your pennies for that bootleg... By Steve Hochman
SMALL FACES: Step aside rock critics--Joey Ramone has...
The 'King' Reigns
CD-ROM REVIEW : Scary Gadget Trips the Light Fantastic By Stephen Williams, \o7 Stephen Williams is a writer for Newsday\f7
INTERVIEW : She's No Mere Sister Act : Laurie Metcalf is known to TV fans as sibling to the turbulent star. Now she's traveling about 3,000 miles away from Roseanne. But it's not what you think. (Really.) By Lawrence Christon, \o7 Lawrence Christon is a Times staff writer. and \f7
MOVIES : Creep Show : A new film shines disturbing light on the very dark family secrets of cartoonist Robert Crumb. There's a lot more there than just Mr. Natural. By Kristine Mckenna, \o7 Kristine McKenna is a frequent contributor to Calendar. and \f7
ART : As Defiant as Always : Thelma Golden, curator of the L.A.-bound 'Black Male,' has been caught in a firestorm of criticism and protest. It's OK; she can stand the heat. By Diane Haithman, \o7 Diane Haithman is a Times staff writer\f7
JAZZ : A Thriving Vocal Presence : Commercially, the latest generation of jazz singers may not get the record sales or the publicity of a Wynton Marsalis, but creatively, the legacy of Billie, Louis, Ella and Sarah is in fine hands. By Don Heckman, \o7 Don Heckman is The Times' jazz writer\f7
POP MUSIC : It's a Wrap : Ice Cube has moved into the movie business with--get ready--a comedy. But the defiant rapper hasn't lost his edge--he's just gone straight outta Hollywood. By Robert Hilburn, \o7 Robert Hilburn is The Times' pop music critic. \f7
COVER STORY : Mortal Combat : Choreographer Bill T. Jones kicked off a war of words with 'Still/Here,' an exploration of mortality that some called 'victim art.' Get ready for Round 2. By Jan Breslauer, \o7 Jan Breslauer is a regular contributor to Calendar. \f7
From 'Hanoi' to Heartache : Frustrated in getting her film to audiences, a Vietnamese-born documentarian blames the industry's attitude toward the land of her birth. By Kevin Thomas, \o7 Kevin Thomas is a Times staff writer\f7
Plush Seats Boost Nuart's Bottom Line By Chris Willman, \o7 Chris Willman is a frequent contributor to Calendar\f7
An Actress for the Ages : She's Grandma on 'All-American Girl,' but Amy Hill takes an even bigger age leap by playing her own 80-year-old mother on the stage. By Janice Arkatov, \o7 Janice Arkatov is a free-lance writer specializing in theater\f7
BUSINESS
BASEBALL BUCKS : Big A Is Back in Business, but Strike's Effects Are Still Costing Stadium and Companion Economy By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Weak Dollars Alone Won't Buy U.S. a Future in Asia By James Flanigan
This Ship Has Come In : Long Beach Steams Past L.A. to Become Nation's No. 1 Port By Edmund Newton, Times Staff Writer
Despite Critics, Hiking Minimum Wage May Make Good Sense By Robert Eisner, \o7 Robert Eisner, the William R. Kenan Professor Emeritus at Northwestern University, is a past president of the American Economic Assn. and author of "The Misunderstood Economy: What Counts and How to Count It."\f7
Public's Ignorance Allows Taxes--and the Real Culprits--to Hide By Gary M. Galles, GARY M. GALLES \o7 is an associate professor of economics at Pepperdine University in Malibu\f7
Image Matters : To Get Those Few Good Jobs, One Must Dress for the Part By Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ways to Quantify Risk Carry Risks of Their Own By Russ Wiles, RUSS WILES, \o7 a financial writer for the Arizona Republic, specializes in mutual funds. \f7
Some Principal Things to Know About Banking By Kathy M. Kristof
Strategy for Giving Away the House By Carla Lazzareschi
Samsung Extends Its Offer for AST Stock
Huntington Beach Hazardous-Waste Hauler to Reorganize Debt By Hope Hamashige, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
1st-Quarter Profit Drops at SC Bancorp
Whalen Appointed Senior Vice President at First Interstate Bank
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Fleeting Footprints of Hollywood Crisscross White Sands : New Mexico: Dunes draw 600,000 visitors a year, including movie-makers and hikers. One of the biggest problems is the straight-horned oryx, imported from Africa to provide hunters with trophies. By Richard Benke, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Recovery From Northwest Wildfires a Slow Process : Forests: Most homeowners are rebuilding from the 1994 destruction, and the government is helping nature along in the devastated wilderness. By Aviva L. Brandt, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Too Many Guns, Too Many Fallen Officers : The Death of Bob Henry Is Only the Latest of a Sickeningly Common Occurrence
Yet Another Worry for County Charities : Bankruptcy Raises Concern Over People's Ability to Give
Orange County Voices : COMMENTARY ON BASEBALL : After a Season of Discontent, Fan Still Isn't Back in the Swing : A lifelong lover of the game will be in Big A on opening day, but she's reserving the right to sulk a while longer. By Jean Hastings Ardell, \f7 and \o7 Jean Hastings Ardell is a writer in Corona del Mar and is currently completing a book on women in baseball.
Popejoy Plan Deserves Unified Support : Grumbling Must Be Put Aside as Deadlines Loom to Overcome the Financial Crisis
If You're Not Safe in Your Own Home . . . : Invasion-style robberies renew focus on basic precautions
Tax Credit a Bad Idea in the Long Run : While both parties play political games, the end result would force our children to pay more to cover the cost of the growing national debt. By Alan B. Ungar, \o7 Alan B. Ungar of Calabasas is a financial planner and Valley chairman of the Concord Coalition, which seeks a balanced budget by 2000\f7
Bump-to-Bump Traffic : Proliferating potholes are another reminder that life in L. A. can be a rocky road
Airport Growth Issues Won't Go Away : Authority must negotiate with Burbank City Council to resolve matters of safety and noise
Some Politicians Forgot Environmental Lessons : Throughout the past two decades people have taken upon themselves to improve the quality of life. But the gains are now threatened by shortsighted lawmakers. By Richard Katz, \o7 Richard Katz (D-Sylmar) represents the 39th District in the California Assembly. The district includes much of the east San Fernando Valley. He is on the Assembly Water, Parks and Wildlife Committee and chairs the Transportation Committee\f7
Train Turns Into a Super-Stretch Limo for Prom-Goers : High school: Palmdale teens charter Metrolink cars for big dance in L.A. By Eric Slater, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Marshall Advances in Academic Decathlon : Education: L.A. high school wins key portion of national competition and is poised to regain title it held 8 years ago. By Isaac Guzman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Dogged Pursuit of Justice : Losing Job and Home Didn't Deter Man From Regaining His Dignity By Carla Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Business Shouldn't Have to Foot the Bill for Fighting Crime : Valley liquor store owners are being asked to hire two security guards, in effect making the entrepreneur bear the expense of failed public law enforcement. By Gideon Kanner, \o7 Gideon Kanner is professor emeritus at Loyola Law School\f7
After Finding the Suspects, It's Time for Soul-Searching By Dana Parsons
Human Relations Panel Honors Youths' Activism By Lisa Richardson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Workers' Futures Blooming After Payments of Fine Against Rancher : Economy: From Ventura to Mexico, checks help pay bills and pave dreams for laborers at infamous Somis flower facility. By Daryl Kelley, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Thousands Pitch In for the Environment During Earth Day By Jeff Mcdonald, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Pint-Sized Parade Marks Conejo Days By Paul Elias, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Happy Landings : Longtime Pilots Consider Santa Paula Airport a Second Home By Sara Catania, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sheriff, D.A. Asked to Take Over More Services : Budget: Merger plan aims to cut the deficit. Supervisors turn to the two officials because their offices are in better fiscal shape. By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Council May Alter Public Comment System : Thousand Oaks: Proposal would reduce input to five minutes during audience portion. Officials hope to shorten meetings. By Mary F. Pols, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Disneyland Nerve Gas Threat Called a Hoax : Probe: There's no evidence that Japanese cult planned attack at park. But search is on for the person behind a videotaped warning. By H.G. Reza and Ron Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
It's Only Natural : Hands-On Help for the Environment Is Focus of Earth Day By Thao Hua, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Infant Taken at Shopping Mall : Kidnaping: The child and her aunt had gone with a woman to South Coast Plaza for a supposed photo session, then the suspect and 4-month-old disappeared. By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Unocal in Talks to Move Division to Costa Mesa : Commerce: The oil giant wants to lease the B of A building near South Coast Plaza. It would bring hundreds of jobs and become one of the county's top 10 businesses. By Debora Vrana, TIMES STAFF WRITER
\o7 A behind-the-scenes look at Orange County's political life\f7 : Democrats Agree They'll Disagree While Debating Party Stand on Tax Hike
THOUSAND OAKS : Pepper Spray Used in Pizza Parlor Heist By Paul Elias
SANTA PAULA : Rail Festival Concludes Today By Tracy Wilson
VENTURA : City to Weigh Plan to Expand Center By Christina Lima
THOUSAND OAKS : Scandinavian Festival Treats Lure Hundreds By Tracy Wilson
For Some, It's Easter Today : Eastern Orthodox Christians--30,000 Strong in O.C.--End Holy Week By Tina Nguyen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Year After Nixon's Death, Nation Mourns Anew
Convention Center Next City Spinoff? : Privatization: Anaheim council wants to study trying again what worked at The Pond. The proposal comes at a time when major expansion of the facility is being considered. By Greg Hernandez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Joint Powers Deal Could Aid Irvine Schools By Russ Loar
Golf Tournament to Boost Scholarships
A Chilling Effect on a Sunny Day at Disneyland : Reaction: Visitors to the world-famous park express dismay and anger at the poison gas threat. But they seem determined to not let it ruin their fun. By Shelby Grad, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Ruth E. Corsen; Longtime Resident of Ojai
Young Man Killed in Motorcycle Accident
The Prom Express : Palmdale High Students Charter Metrolink Train for Unique Ride to Dance By Eric Slater, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Valley Celebrants Mark Earth Day's 25th Year : Environment: Event is saluted in variety of ways, from a charity march at Universal Studios to box lunches in Agoura Hills. By Abigail Goldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Santa Clarita Residents Oppose Adult Business : Sex: New store will sell erotic videos and magazines next to a children's dance studio. Owner says his shop poses no threat. By Mark Sabbatini, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Yesterday's News : A LOOK AT VALLEY NEWSPAPERS OF THE PAST
Police Recover Stolen Remington Works
Police Arrest Man in Computer Theft
Group Seeks Immediate Edison Rate Cuts By Mary Moore, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
OPINION
The Ultimate Hate Crime : THE GOVERNMENT : Proving That Washington Can Indeed Work--and Fast By Suzanne Garment, \o7 Suzanne Garment, a contributing editor to Opinion, is a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute. She is the author of "Scandal: The Culture of Mistrust in American Politics" (Times Books.)\f7
The Ultimate Hate Crime : THE BOMBING : A Different--and Deadly--Face of Terrorism Comes to Main Street America By David Wise, \o7 David Wise, who writes frequently about intelligence agencies, is the author of "Nightmover," a forthcoming book about the Aldrich Ames spy case (HarperCollins). \f7
The Ultimate Hate Crime : THE CITY : The Heartland? Sure--But Don't Expect Leniency By Darcy O'Brien, \o7 Darcy O'Brien, a Los Angeles native, has lived in Oklahoma since 1978. He is the author of several books including "Two of a Kind: The Hillside Stranglers" (Signet) and the forthcoming "Power to Hurt" (HarperCollins). \f7
McNAMARA'S WAR : Vietnam's Political Costs Still Escalating By William Schneider, \o7 Bill Schneider, a contributing editor to Opinion, is a political analyst for CNN\f7
THE NATION : The Loss of Standards: Murrow, Meet Limbaugh By Steven D. Stark, \o7 Steven D. Stark is a commentator on popular culture for National Public Radio\f7
THE WORLD : Clinton Backslides on Bold Initiative for Western Hemisphere By Henry A. Kissinger, \o7 Former Secretary of State Henry A. Kissinger frequently writes for The Times. \f7
LOS ANGELES TIMES INTERVIEW : Nancy Daly : Working for Children's Welfare for--and With--the Mayor By Steve Proffitt, \o7 Steve Proffitt, a contributing editor to Opinion, is a producer for Fox News, and a contributor to National Public Radio's "All Things Considered" and "Morning Edition." \f7
A Forest Fire Flares Again : Logging/environmental conflict is being waged on several fronts
A War Misconceived, but Not Pointless : Vietnam: McNamara's \o7 mea culpa\f7 fails to consider the likely consequences if America had not contested the North's aggression. By Marvin Ott, \o7 Marvin Ott is a professor of national security policy at the National War College in Washington\f7
Yes, Let's Protect Ourselves, but Not at Liberty's Expense : Bombing aftermath shows that blame can be flung around blindly
McNamara Still Owes Vets a Debt : EYEWITNESS: RON KOVIC
THE STATE : POLITICS : Tale of Two Ambitious Democrats--and a Party With an Identity Crisis By Sherry Bebitch Jeffe, \o7 Sherry Bebitch Jeffe, a contributing editor to Opinion, is a senior associate at the Center for Politics and Economics at Claremont Graduate School and a political analyst for KCAL-TV\f7
REAL ESTATE
Garden 'Bible' Gets New Look After 28 Years By Robert Smaus, TIMES GARDEN EDITOR
Record Mogul's Latest Release By Ruth Ryon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wild West Lives On : Ripe with history, the Newhall area of the Santa Clarita Valley is today a quiet town that growth bypassed By Elizabeth Glazner, \f7 and SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Glazner is a Long Beach free\f7 -\o7 lance writer.
THE ELECTRONIC TOOLBOX : Do-It-Yourselfware : Fix-it and build-it programs for personal computers are making repair and remodeling projects easier, cheaper and more fun. By Patti and William Feldman, \f7 and SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Patti and William Feldman are business and technology writers based in New York.
Pool Solar System to Install Yourself By James Dulley, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SPORTS
Baseball Previews : National League By Bob Nightengale, Times Staff writer
COMMENTARY : Now Baseball Can Make News Between Foul Lines By Jon Heyman, NEWSDAY
Bengals, 49ers Get Their Men: Carter, Stokes : Pro football: Offensive players go 1-2-3-4-5. Sapp falls to Buccaneers in 12th spot after reports of positive drug tests. From Associated Press
Sluggers Are Still Hounded by 'What-Ifs' From Last Year By Rob Gloster, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Some Famous Firsts: Color-Filled Opening Days of Baseball By Steve Gietschier, THE SPORTING NEWS
COMMENTARY : Best-Ever Quarterback: Make It Joe Montana By Dave Kindred, THE SPORTING NEWS
Slide Continues as Lakers Lose Finale to Trail Blazers : Basketball: Portland's 109-104 victory means Los Angeles has lost three in a row and seven of eight heading into the playoffs. By Scott Howard-cooper, TIMES STAFF WRITER
This 'Expert' Turns a Draft Into Hot Air By Mal Florence
It's Still a Three-Boat Race: Mighty Mary Wins by 1:08 : America's Cup: Loser Young America must defeat Stars & Stripes today to keep defender trials alive. By Dave Distel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
NHL ROUNDUP : Flyers' Trade Pays Off With Division Title From Associated Press
NCAA GYMNASTICS : Hansen Wins 3 Titles; Umeh Shares One From Associated Press
COMMENTARY : Mattingly Finds Closing Door on '94 Tough By Mike Lupica, NEWSDAY
NBA ROUNDUP : Nuggets Extended Before Final Showdown From Associated Press
COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL : UCLA Wins When Wells Goes to Work By Wendy Witherspoon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Leads Austria in Fed Cup From Associated Press
1995 Major League Baseball Team-by-Team Capsules By Ben Walker, ASSIOCIATED PRESS BASEBALL WRITER
Course No Problem at PG-Aged West : Senior golf: Gilbert, J.C. Snead, at 15 under, lead a large pack going into today's final round of the Legends tournament. By Dan Hafner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOLF ROUNDUP : Here Comes the Leader, There Goes the Bride From Associated Press
Sandpit, Red Bishop Are Top Choices Today in Capistrano By Bob Mieszerski, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dazzling Falls Wins the Arkansas Derby From Associated Press
ORANGE COUNTY ALL-STAR BASKETBALL GAMES : North's Jackson Has a Ball : Boys: Mater Dei senior enjoys himself as his team defeats the South, 91-74. By Chris Foster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Foul-Ups Costly for the North : Girls: South takes advantage to win county all-star game, 72-69, in triple overtime. By Martin Henderson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TRACK AND FIELD / ORANGE COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS : Workhorse Pugmire Carries Esperanza Girls to Team Title By Matt Farmer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
PREP ROUNDUP : Error Helps Brea Beat Irvine in Softball
PREP SWIMMING ROUNDUP : Fountain Valley Girls Respond to Challenge By Erik Hamilton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Irvine's Earley Wins Synchronized Diving
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Cal State Fullerton Defeats Pacific
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Ginter Helps Cypress Get Past Fullerton By Steve Kresal, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Long-Standing Record in Pole Vault Falls With Orloff's Leap : Track: UC Irvine athlete jumps 17-2 3/4, breaking school mark that has stood since 1976. By Melanie Neff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Cypress Women Win Softball Tournament
Robb and Co. Have Their Day in the Sun : Swimming: Sprint star remains undefeated in 50-, 100-yard freestyle events as Crescenta Valley swamps Royal Invitational field. By Michael Lazarus, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Shanahan in Seventh Heaven : Baseball: CSUN senior hits three homers to key doubleheader sweep. He has seven in two days. By Steve Elling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jay Back in Stride After a Week Off : Track and field: He breaks tape three times, helps Ventura to second in Spartan Relays. By John Ortega, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Baltruzak Keeps Mounties at Bay : Softball: La Reina pitcher blanks Montclair Prep on two hits. Regents score all five runs in fifth. By Tris Wykes, TIMES STAFF WRITER
After Starting in Slow Motion, Rio Mesa Moves to Fast Forward By John Lynch
ROUNDUP : Hart Reliever Graves Earns Victory and Save in Doubleheader
Moorpark Rally Falls Short at End : Baseball: Raiders score three runs in the bottom of the ninth only to lose to Hancock, 6-5. By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AUTO RACING : Lockyer Second in First Time Behind the Wheel By Bryan Rodgers
Auto Racing By Darin Esper
The Big Easy : Smith's Laid-Back Personality Helps Him Become One Mean Pitcher on the Mound By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Only the Mice Saw Foreman Winning By Mike Downey
Foreman Lucks Out in Las Vegas : Boxing: He retains his title with a controversial majority decision over Schulz. By Tim Kawakami, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NFL DRAFT : Bengals Get Carter, 49ers Get Stoked : Pro football: San Francisco pulls off deal. Sapp falls to Buccaneers in 12th spot after reports of positive drug tests. By Bill Plaschke, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NFL DRAFT : Kaufman No. 1 on Davis' Short List of Backs : Raiders: Although only 5-8 1/2, former Husky is expected to add speed, explosiveness and big-play capability. By Steve Springer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Of Course He Hates This Place By Jim Murray
Unreachable Is Within Reach : Now Only 121 Games Shy of Gehrig's Record, Baltimore's Cal Ripken Jr. Tries to Maintain Concentration Despite Media Distractions By Ross Newhan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NFL DRAFT : The First Round
Three Rounds Later, Rob Johnson's Long Day Fades to Black : USC: His coming-out party turns into a wake as six quarterbacks are selected--but not him. By Bill Plaschke, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NFL DRAFT : New Jaguar Boselli Is the Biggest Cat in This Circus : USC: Jacksonville makes Trojan offensive lineman sweat before selecting him second overall. By John Cherwa, TIMES DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR
NFL DRAFT : ANALYSIS : Having Good Draft May Not Be Enough By Bob Oates, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AMERICA'S CUP / RICH ROBERTS : Despite Conner's Charge, Josenhans Keeps Young America Fighting Trim By Rich Roberts
THE NBA / MARK HEISLER : Lakers Victims of Their Own Rebuilt Expectations By Mark Heisler
Relief Is Trivial Pursuit for Angels : Baseball: A brief look through history shows the team's bullpen has been, for the most part, less than effective over the years. By John Weyler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Angels Return
When It Comes to World Series--Money Matters By Mike Penner
Call of the Wild : Angels Sign Williams in Hopes That His Off-the-Wall Spirit Will Help Club On, Off the Field By Elliott Teaford, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / ROSS NEWHAN : It's Open Season on Division Titles Starting Tuesday By Ross Newhan
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Secret Is Out: Nomo to Be Fifth Starter By Bob Nightengale
Clemens Sidelined--Probably Until June : Baseball: Pitcher will miss first Red Sox opener since 1987; Parrish sent down to triple-A Syracuse. From Associated Press
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Finley Pitches Five Scoreless Innings By Elliott Teaford
GOLF / THOMAS BONK : The Club-Making Business Is Also Getting Oversized By Thomas Bonk
Kramer's Biggest Wound Is Heartbreak : Disappointed After Being Passed Over in the Baseball Draft, He Sits Out the Season By John Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / JEFF FLETCHER : Detroit: Tackett's Destiny? By Jeff Fletcher
Fauria Drafted, Headed to Seattle : Football: Former Crespi High star is chosen by Seahawks in second round. By Dana Haddad, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Nix Might Need a Fix, but It Hasn't Kept His Stock From Soaring By Steve Henson
Derryman Returning to Form : Baseball: Former Royal High pitcher has worked his way back from a knee injury. By John Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Westside Title Game May 6
MAGAZINE
ON THE FAT TRACK : Nothing Like a Little Exercise to Jog Memories of Previous Battles of the Bulge By Wanda Coleman
PLAYTHINGS : Boob Tube Barbie By Greg Spring
Showtime is Back! : Led by Shaquille O'Neal, the Orlando Magic is the Future of the NBA--a Glittering Entertainment Enterprise That Just Happens to Know How to Play Basketball By Charles P. Pierce, \o7 Charles P. Pierce is a writer-at-large for GQ. His last article for this magazine was about the children's TV wars. \f7
The First 100 Days, Babe : Has the Congressman From Palm Springs Made an Impact on Washington? Do You Really Have to Ask? By Faye Fiore, Faye Fiore covers the California congressional delegation for The Times
So L.A. : Angelyne & Me : What's the Story Behind the Billboard? Share the Pain of One Who Tried to Find Out. By Ajay Sahgal, \o7 Ajay Sahgal is a novelist. His last article for the magazine was on poet Wyn Cooper\f7
Spring Home Design : STEELING HOME By Barbara Thornburg
TRAVEL
Attention Bucket Shoppers: Here's Latest Airline Lingo : Consumers: Ticketless travel and other innovations behoove travelers to learn the vocabulary of an ever-changing business. By Christopher Reynolds, TIMES TRAVEL WRITER; \o7 Reynolds travels anonymously at the newspaper's expense, accepting no special discounts or subsidized trips. To reach him, write Travel Insider, Los Angeles Times, Times Mirror Square, Los Angeles 90053. \f7
Deal of the Week
Festivals, Feasts & Fairs SAN FRANCISCO--Get your thumb... By Mary Frances Smith
Barging Ahead
Form an Impression of Russia's 'Treasures' By Karin Dominello, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Experiencing the High Life By Kathleen Doheny
Taxi Crimes in Mexico City By Edward Wright, \o7 Wright is a former assistant foreign editor at The Times. His column appears monthly. \f7
Advice From Frequently Frustrated Fliers By Barbara Shea, NEWSDAY
Take Pain Out of Penny-Pinching By Lucy Izon
Playing It Safe By Eileen Ogintz
A Peek at a Fremont Peak View By John Mckinney
Things to Do, Places to Go By Hank Kovell
Destination: San Diego : Northern San Diego County's Top Five By Christopher Reynolds
Destination: San Diego : SAN DIEGO HOTELS : The Best for Style and Value By Christopher Reynolds, TIMES TRAVEL WRITER
Weekend Escape: Napa-Sonoma : Tracks Across Wine Country : Mud, wine and the gentle chug of the Napa Valley choo-choo make for a relaxing mix By Gail Fisher, \f7 and TIMES STAFF WRITER; \o7 Fisher is photo editor/projects for The Times Orange County Edition.
Destination: New Orleans : Jazz Food : South's most famous music festival is a feast for the ears, but don't forget to get a bellyful of crawfish, gumbo and po-boys By Heidi Haughy Cusick, \o7 Cusick is the author of "Soul and Spice: African Cooking in the Americas" (Chronicle Books, $16.95, paperback)\f7
Destination: Canada : Quietest Quebec, by Canoe : On a wilderness river trip, life is distilled to an essence of water, meals, companionship--and a pinch of luck By I. Herbert Gordon, \o7 Gordon is a New York City-based free-lance writer and the author of "Canoeing Made Easy" (The Globe Pequot Press, $16.95)\f7
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