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What happened on August 18, 1995
NEWS
Regulation \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
BOOK REVIEW / NONFICTION : Exposing the Lie of Women 'Having It All' : DIVIDED LIVES: The Public and Private Struggles of Three Accomplished Women \o7 by Elsa Walsh\f7 ; Simon & Schuster $23, 288 pages By Elaine Kendall, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
We're Not in the Mall Any More, Dorothy : Tourment is a cross-dressing performance artist on the road with Lollapalooza. He has fun putting a subversive spin on fashion. : We're Not in the Mall Any More, Dorothy By Mark Chalon Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
An Exhibit Guaranteed to Keep You Awake By Beverly Beyette, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Daniel's Song : His life was full of high notes. Those who knew him wonder why that sweet singing had to end so early. By Duane Noriyuki, TIMES STAFF WRITER
It's a Clear Case of Split Personality By Paul Dean, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE GOODS : Offering Up New Windows of Opportunity By David Colker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE GOODS : Fans That'll Follow You Anywhere By Lynn Simross, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THE GOODS : For Sail Signs : You don't have to be rich to buy a boat. But shoring up your nautical knowledge can help you navigate toward a good deal. By Patrick Mott, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LAUGH LINES : Punchlines
Lerner on Israel
Closing Mental Health Clinics
Fuhrman Tapes in Simpson Trial
Mickey Mantle
Clinton on Smoking
'Just Dessert'
Third Gene for Inherited Alzheimer's Disease Found : Science: Researchers believe they have solved the mystery of the early-onset form of the disorder. By Thomas H. Maugh Ii, TIMES MEDICAL WRITER
Study Links New Culprit to Smog in Mexico City By Marla Cone, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
SHAFTED? The Valley was not a stop on federal AIDS czar... By Jeff Schnaufer
U.S. Takes Steps Against Iraqi Troop Moves By Jim Mann, TIMES STAFF WRITER
UC Irvine Won't Defend Doctors in Embryo Suit By Julie Marquis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HALOS EARNED: Remember all those years the Angels lost... By Bill Billiter and April Jackson and Jerry Hicks
U.S. Trade Gap Widens to Near-Record Level in June By Chris Kraul, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GET A JOB: July's unemployment data is due out today and... By Gregory W. Griggs
UCI Study Links Cooking Fuel to Mexico City Smog : Pollution: Leaking household gas tanks play major role in ozone production, the scientists say. By Marla Cone, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
O.C. and State Join in Shaping Recovery Plan By Matt Lait and Eric Bailey, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Mall Greets Shoppers With Lists of Do's and Don'ts : Northridge: Some say signs will ensure safety of shoppers. Others fear they'll unfairly target youth. By Jocelyn Y. Stewart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Expert Says No Fingerprints of Simpson Found By Tim Rutten and Stephanie Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
On Tape, Fuhrman Describes Incident Similar to '78 Event : Simpson trial: Sources say LAPD has records of a Boyle Heights confrontation that led to a brutality suit, which matches many details given by the detective. By Henry Weinstein and Jim Newton, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
2 Whitewater Partners, Gov. Tucker Indicted : Inquiry: Arkansas grand jury charges loan fraud and conspiracy. The Clintons are not named by the panel. By William C. Rempel, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : Tapes Mean More Hard Questions for LAPD : Critics say not much has changed since the King beating. Others cite progress in quelling racism, brutality. By David Ferrell and John L. Mitchell, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Lone Ranger of Relief Aid Feared Slain in Chechnya : Disappearance: Hip-shooting humanitarian worker Fred Cuny may have run out of luck in a lawless land. By Jesse Katz, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Democratic Leader Vows to Block Wilson Appointees By Carl Ingram, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Studios, Boxer Battle Over Film Labels : Entertainment: She co-sponsors a bill requiring detailed disclaimers on altered versions of movies. Industry spokesman urges companies not to donate money to her. By James Bornemeier, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Anti-Abortion Group Criticizes UC Nominee : Education: Richard Atkinson is called an 'unsuitable role model' because of his former lover's allegations in a now-settled suit that he forced her to end a pregnancy. By Amy Wallace and Tom Gorman, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
5.4 Kern Area Quake Causes Little Damage From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Snapshots of life in the Golden State. : A One-Man Campaign for More Women's Restrooms By Tony Perry
Study Tallies 435 U.S. Radiation Tests on Humans : Experiments: Some of the 16,000 subjects in the decades-long research did not know the health risks or give their consent, energy officials say. By Elizabeth Shogren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sen. Bradley Says He May Set His Sights on White House : Politics: New Jersey lawmaker won't seek reelection or challenge Clinton in Democratic primaries. But he is mulling an independent bid. By Jack Nelson, TIMES WASHINGTON BUREAU CHIEF
ASIA : Japanese Lawyers Don't Rush to Take Cult Suspects' Cases : Bar association may have to draft defense attorneys. By Sam Jameson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
AFRICA : Mob 'Justice' Adds to Chaos of Life in Kenya By John Balzar, TIMES STAFF WRITER
First Lady's Trip to China Hinges on Policy Debate : Asia: Decision on whether to go to women's conference is tied to effort to free jailed human rights activist. GOP opposes Mrs. Clinton's attendance. By Jim Mann, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S., Others Condemn Chinese Nuclear Test : Weaponry: The White House urges Beijing to 'join in a global moratorium' pending onset of a total ban. By Jim Mann and Maggie Farley, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Serb Leader Hears U.S. Peace Plan as Fighting Continues From Associated Press
U.N. Study Finds World Gender Gap From Associated Press
China Blocking Conferees' Visas, Groups Say \o7 Washington Post\f7
WORLD IN BRIEF : SPAIN : Basques Suspected as Bomb Injures 20 From Times Staff and Wire Reports
WORLD IN BRIEF : BERMUDA : Voters Decisively Reject Independence From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Second Paris Bomb in 3 Weeks Injures 17 : Terrorism: Many of those hurt in blast near Arc de Triomphe are tourists. By Scott Kraft, TIMES STAFF WRITER
British Climber, 6 Others Feared Dead \o7 Reuters\f7
NEWS ANALYSIS : India Slow, Unsure in Response to Hostage Crisis : Kashmir: New Delhi will release 24 separatists. But it refuses to free 15 Muslim militants on kidnapers' list. By John-thor Dahlburg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Felix Plays Cat-and-Mouse With Coast : Weather: Weakening hurricane continues to dawdle off Virginia-North Carolina shore. Anxious residents are weary of waiting for landfall. By Robert L. Jackson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Delivery of 'Junk Mail' to Be Tested From the Washington Post
Howard Koch; Oscar-Winning Co-Writer of 'Casablanca' From Times Staff and Wire Reports
The O.j. Simpson Murder Trial
Suspect Arrested in I-80 Sniper Attacks From Associated Press
7 Hurt in S.F. Cable Car Collision \o7 Associated Press\f7
Huffington Supports Effort to Recall Assembly Speaker
Ex-Campaign Worker Denies Sex Charges in Rep. Reynolds Case From Associated Press
Pennsylvania Execution Associated Press
Turkish Security Forces Kill 12 Kurdish Rebels Reuters
Faulkner Ready to Rejoin Cadet Corps at Citadel From Associated Press
FBI Hailed Amid Howls Over Ruby Ridge : Law enforcement: Reno praises Freeh despite criticism over actions and reactions in Idaho siege. Her aide urges Senate panel to delay hearings. By Ronald J. Ostrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Excessive Herbicide Levels Found in Midwest's Water in Summer From Associated Press
Man Arrested in Freeway Sniper Attacks Associated Press
Kim to Refund $132,000 He Made on Autobiography By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Huffington Pledges Money, Time to Allen Recall Effort By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
To Our Readers
MUSIC : Playing on the Past : Jim Messina, inspired by Nashville, will perform old and new songs at Glendale show. By Steve Appleford, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Steve Appleford writes regularly about music for The Times\f7
MUSIC : From Lead Player to Leader : Buddy Childers puts down the trumpet to take the helm of his own big band. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Zan Stewart writes regularly about jazz for The Times\f7
ART : Taking Poetic License With Car Plates By Nancy Kapitanoff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly about art for The Times\f7
VIDEO GAMES REVIEW / AARON CURTISS : Drawn Into the Action : Players fight their way through the panels of a comic book to thwart a world takeover. By Aaron Curtiss
THEATER : Anger and Irony in Ireland : Brendan Dillon's 'Neutrality' explores how enemies coexist during World War II. By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 T.H. McCulloh writes regularly about theater for The Times\f7
THEATER REVIEW : 'Sister George' Surrounded by Greatness : Actors Alley's ideal Storefront Theatre space propels the black comedy despite its failings. By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Robert Koehler writes frequently about theater for The Times\f7
Valley music charts are compiled for the Los Angeles Times...
TRENDS : The Early-Morning Grind : Fresh-brewed concoctions help patrons--from studio executives to stay-at-home moms--greet the day at local coffeehouses. Each cafe has its own unique character. By Roslyn Rozbruch, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Roslyn Rozbruch writes frequently for The Times\f7
Magic of a Different Kind : Center near Six Flags amusement park offers tamer thrills, from a studio tour to a look at making pizza dough. By Rebecca Howard, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Rebecca Howard writes regularly for The Times\f7
SHOPPING : Helping Art to Pay Its Way : At Handmade Gallery, artisans are free to concentrate on their wares while the staff takes care of business. By Robin Rauzi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LIFESTYLE : Worn but Worthy : When budget dictates decor, thrift stores can offer an eclectic array of furnishings. By Robin Rauzi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Steering the Way to Savings : A membership in the Auto Club offers peace of mind on the road as well as hotel, retail and travel discounts. By Geri Cook
RESTAURANT REVIEW : So Near and Yet So Far East : At its motel-adjacent location, Mikado has long served a wide variety of Japanese fare. By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Max Jacobson reviews Valley restaurants every week. Beginning next week, his reviews will appear in Thursday Calendar\f7
ENTERTAINMENT
O.C. POP MUSIC REVIEW : Keanu and Pals Go for the Gold By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Rochereau and Co. Are in the \o7 Soukous \f7 Groove By Josef Woodard, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SOC Won't Reinterpret This 'Dream' : Stage: Director Bradac opts for a familiar, traditional approach to the Shakespearean comedy. It opens tonight at Chapman University's Waltmar Theatre. By Mark Chalon Smith, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Irvine Bowl to Launch Fall Concert Series : Pop music: The Laguna arena will target acts with a medium draw. Revenues will fund art scholarships. By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Barclay Plans an Eclectic 5th Season : Scheduling: Programs range from Randy Newman to Balinese dancers to Shakespeare. By Benjamin Epstein, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Christian McBride Has One Funky Hero : The Jazz Sensation Says He Looks to the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, for Inspiration By Bill Kohlhaase, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Comic's Insight on Intolerance Finds a New Forum : Profile: When he's not playing clubs, Alex Valdez--who is blind--gives motivational talks on overcoming and looking past disabilities. By Glenn Doggrell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Is D'Angelo the Heir to Throne of Soul Music? : 21-Year-Old Newcomer Has Fans Swooning Over Voice as Sweet as 'Brown Sugar' By Cheo H. Coker, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Letterman's Show Losing Its Voice : Television: Bill Wendell's send-off has been less than warm despite his 15-year relationship with the talk-show host. By N.F. Mendoza, TIMES STAFF WRITER
JAZZ REVIEW : While the Lion King Headlines, Another Cat's Growl Impresses By Don Heckman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Hope Springs Eternal for International : Art: The festival's participants--despite slow sales and mixed reviews--are ready for the 1997 event. By Suzanne Muchnic, TIMES ART WRITER
MOVIES Animation, Fox Style: 20th Century Fox has... By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
Big Top Locos II Promotes Community : Music: Chicano alternative-rock and \o7 rockeros en espan~ol \f7 find common ground in concert planned in support of Chiapas. By Enrique Lopetegui, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Blondie, "Remixed Remade Remodeled," Chrysalis/EMI. * By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
** 1/2 Willie Nelson, "The Essential Willie Nelson," RCA ***. By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
Revealing Another Side of Mills Brothers : THE MILLS BROTHERS, "The Anthology: 1931-1968", \o7 MCA\f7 *** By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
Willie Nelson, " . . . And Then I Wrote," Capitol Nashville. *** By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Baby-Sitters': 7 Lovely Girls Show Grace Under Pressure By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THEATER REVIEW : Dark Tale of Assault Pierces 'Thin Walls' By Philip Brandes, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
National Video Rentals
HOME ENTERTAINMENT : 'Lost' Laurel and Hardy Films Restored By Susan King, TIMES STAFF WRITER
POP MUSIC REVIEW : A Dazzling Display From Trent D'Arby By Richard Cromelin
ALBUM REVIEW / JAZZ : Wise and Witty, Hendricks Still 'Boppin' ' at Full Speed : JON HENDRICKS, "Boppin' at the Blue Note", \o7 Telarc\f7 ** By Bill Kohlhaase
Carlton, Ritenour Join Forces at JVC Fest By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Mars Has the Flavor of a Night Club By Michelle Huneven, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Polished, Touching 'Swan' Takes Flight By Scott Collins
Tabloid Topics Compel in 'Othello' By Philip Brandes
Young Playwrights Display Their Talent By Scott Collins
'Us' Succeeds in Shocking Audience By Scott Collins
'Virtuosity' Villain Wants to Kill Stereotype : Movies: Russell Crowe's role in the film is leading to job offers, but to him the part is 'just the latest thing I'm talking to people about. I'm purely a working actor.' By Frank Lovece, NEWSDAY
ART REVIEWS : Mason's Strategy for 'Western Living' By Susan Kandel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUSINESS
Regulation \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Mexico \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
U.S. Presses Nasdaq Dealers to Talk Settlement : Securities: Justice Department tells big players it has enough evidence to bring price-fixing charges, lawyers confirm. By Scot J. Paltrow, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Brokers Say No Need to Tell Derivative Risk : Securities: Industry guidelines put onus on investors and could absolve firms of liability in debacles such as Orange County's. From Times Staff and Wire Reports
U.S. Proposes Policy Change in Computer Access : Technology: The shift would allow export of software with more powerful encoding abilities. Internet security could increase. From Reuters
COMPANY TOWN : Ovitz, the Sequel : His Move to Walt Disney Co. Leaves a Void in Hollywood
U.S. Trade Gap Hits Near-Record Level in June By Chris Kraul, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Company Town : The History Of The Super-agent By Karen Kaplan
Group Urges Expansion of Microsoft Pact : Software: Company opposes the request to include Windows NT in its licensing settlement. From Associated Press
General Dynamics to Buy Bath Iron Works Shipyard : Defense: The purchase would give the contractor access to $2 billion in orders for Navy ships. From Bloomberg Business News
Government Study Finds 5% of Work Force in Temporary Jobs From Reuters
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Stocks Mixed Amid Dollar, Trade Gap Fears From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Rockefeller Owners Form Recovery Plan : Real estate: Proposal teams them with New York company to buy landmark's mortgage and end bankruptcy. From Reuters
The Economy \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Technology & Telecommunications \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Retailing \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Technology & Telecommunications \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Technology & Telecommunications \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Other News \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Retailing \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
International \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Redhook Ale Stock Soars Nearly 60% in Brewer's 1st Day of Trading From Reuters
FDA Reaffirms Safety of Norplant
City National Strikes Deal to Acquire First Los Angeles Bank : Finance: $85-million cash sale is hailed by analysts. City National itself had been seen as takeover candidate. By Thomas S. Mulligan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
High-Tech Look at Heart Valves: A new diagnostic imaging...
Mountain Bike Parts Recalled: The Consumer Product Safety...
New Toll-Free Number: Long-distance companies are set to...
Company Town : Celebrity Lawyer Named to MCA Post : Executives: Howard Weitzman's reputation as a tough litigator may position him as the firm's 'bad cop.' By James Bates, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Company Town : Cooperstein Named Viacom VP
Company Town By Amy Harmon
Company Town : VIDEO FACTS
Company Town
Company Town : CBS Buyout Cash Appears Certain From Associated Press
Company Town \o7 Times staff and wire services\f7
Navistar, Deere Show Big Profits : Earnings: But the heavy equipment makers fail to impress Wall Street, already looking to '96. From Times Wire Servcies
Knickerbocker Stock Continues Its Ascent By Debora Vrana, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Petco Buys Ailing Pet Metro Chain : Acquisitions: Sale is approved for $3.1 million. Some creditors are unsatisfied with price. By Greg Johnson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Saba Petroleum Co.: The Irvine oil and gas production...
Richey Electronics Inc.: The Garden Grove company said...
Pacific Gulf Sustains Buying Momentum With 11 More Purchases By Debora Vrana
Irvine-Based Nona Morelli's II Inc. Delisted by Nasdaq : Trading: Company sold control to a Hong Kong gaming firm and does not meet standards, market officials say. By Dan Margolis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clothestime Inc.: The Anaheim women's apparel store...
Laser Television Makes a Crisp, Clear Debut in Germany : Technology: The new projection system, which began development in the former East Germany, works equally well no matter the screen size. From Bloomberg Business News
Small Stocks' Rally Rests With Consumers By Tom Petruno
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
CITY SMART: How to thrive in the urban environment of Southern California. : Locked Out of Paradise : The Pinecrest Drive entrance to scenic Eaton Canyon has been closed since a March rockslide, frustrating hikers but delighting many neighbors. By Abigail Goldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CITY SMART: How to thrive in the urban environment of Southern California.
Rolling the Wrong Way : Property assessment roll of beleaguered L.A. County registers a $10.2-billion drop
Cigarette Makers' Never-Ending War : Federal rule related to secondhand smoke is blocked
No Shortage of Reasons for Iraq Oil Ban : U.N. embargo finds support in latest exposure of Baghdad lies about its weaponry
\o7 Futbol \f7 Is the Ticket for the Coliseum : Sports: L.A. shouldn't waste time and energy looking for a pro football tenant when soccer is already a big draw. By Frank Del Olmo, \o7 Frank del Olmo is assistant to the editor of The Times. \f7
PERSPECTIVES ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE : A Celebrity Case Is the Wrong Inspiration for Reform : Public disgust is fixated on the unique sideshow elements while the system's serious failings beg for attention. By Erwin Chemerinsky, \o7 Erwin Chemerinsky is the Legion Lex Professor of Law, USC Law Center\f7
PERSPECTIVES ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE : The Unanimous Verdict Is Essential for Fairness : If split verdicts are allowed, dissenting arguments won't get a full airing and charges of racism will abound. By Bruce Fein, \o7 Bruce Fein is a Washington-based attorney specializing in constitutional and international law. \f7
PERSPECTIVES ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE : Unanimity Isn't Human Nature : It's unrealistic to expect 12 people to have the same opinion on anything--especially a grave criminal matter. By Jacob Tanzer, \o7 Jacob Tanzer, who successfully argued for non-unanimous juries before the U.S. Supreme Court, is a former prosecutor, civil rights lawyer and Oregon Supreme Court justice. He now practices of counsel to the firm of Ball, Janik & Novack in Portland. \f7
Ill Juror, Lack of Alternates Prompt Mistrial in Murder Case \o7 Associated Press\f7
9 Indicted in Alleged Operation of Thai Sweatshop By Patrick J. Mcdonnell and Paul Feldman, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
State Says Owners of Cemetery Looted Fund : Probe: $400,000 allegedly was embezzled at Carson facility. Investigators find other violations; two class-action lawsuits are filed. By Eric Slater, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Peddle Power : Sales: Budding entrepreneurs display wares for QVC officials in Downey, hoping to generate big bucks if chosen for spots on the home shopping channel. By Jeff Leeds, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Mayor Proposes Restructuring MTA Board : Transit: Appointees would replace elected officials. But agency leaders criticize plan. By Richard Simon and Eric Lichtblau, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Another Chasen's Legend Is Gone : Obituary: Tommy Gallagher, famed and slightly outrageous captain of the former Hollywood eatery, dies at age 78. By Duke Helfand, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County Seeks Private Takeover of Clinics : Crisis: But critics express doubt that anyone will step in to run health care facilities serving poor unless reimbursement is offered. By Jack Cheevers, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CITY SMART: How to thrive in the urban environment of Southern California. : MAKING IT HAPPEN : Agencies Help Neighbors Keep the Peace By Cecilia Rasmussen
CITY SMART: How to thrive in the urban environment of Southern California. : Four-Level Interchange Is a Four-Letter Word to Some and a Marvel to Others By Richard Simon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
South Bay : Wells May Be Drilled to Stop Toxic Seepage
State, FEMA Still Billions Apart on Quake Rebuilding Aid
Hawthorne Airport Has Lofty Goal of Taking On Its Huge Neighbor : Airfield hopes a longer runway will make it competitive with LAX By Tom Jennings, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Sign o' the times: The Code of Conduct posted at the... By Steve Harvey
South Bay
South Bay
Supervisors Delay Decision on Raising Fire Protection Fees
Westside : Candidates Begin Campaigns for Area School Board Seats
Westside
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Southeast / Long Beach : Survey Takes Lumps for Lumping Together 2 Cities
San Fernando Valley : Trouble Was Brewing, so Coffeehouse Went Exclusive
San Gabriel Valley : Miller Brewery Fights Water Reclamation
Central Los Angeles : Bell Jackpot Casino Closes After 7 Months
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San Fernando Valley
San Gabriel Valley
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Southeast / Long Beach
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Obituaries
ORANGE COUNTY ALMANAC : Opening the Job Market
This Column Has Been Sanitized for Your Protection By Dana Parsons
Old Soldiers Remember the Victory Over Japan By Sarah Klein, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Extinguishing an Interest in Starting Fires : Arson: A program educates young offenders about the dangers and costs of their actions. By Thao Hua, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Painters' Paradise : Artists Vie to Capture Unique Aura of Mission San Juan Capistrano By Michael Granberry, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Aspiring Decoys Try Mightily to Join the Ducks By J.R. Moehringer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Schools : Education news : GARDEN GROVE : District Initiates Anti-Violence Course
FOUNTAIN VALLEY : A Soft Spot for Some Hard-Shelled Friends By Debra Cano
LAGUNA BEACH : City Expedites Project to Shore Up Hillside Before Rains By Leslie Earnest
LAGUNA NIGUEL : Council Supports Law on Base Reuse Rights By Frank Messina
Schools : Education news : HUNTINGTON BEACH : Educator Appointed to District Position
Schools : Education news : SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO : Forster Middle School Names New Principal
Schools : Education news : SOUTH COUNTY : Job Training Program Offers Varied Courses
SANTA ANA : Famalaro's Brother Settles Assault Suit By Anna Cekola
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Pier May Get Surf-Themed Restaurant By Debra Cano
Countywide : 3 Agencies to Receive Grants for Job Training for Homeless By Shelby Grad
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Sale to Raise Funds for Council on Aging
PLACENTIA : Council Denies Permit for Wedding Business By Russ Loar
COSTA MESA : Mayor Hits the Road to Sell Virtues of His City By Hope Hamashige
FULLERTON : Hall to Remain Open as Council Weighs Its Fate By Mimi Ko Cruz
COSTA MESA / NEWPORT BEACH : New Elementary Math Standards Proposed By Holly J. Wagner
Anaheim Appeals $3.4-Million Tax Bill for The Pond By Greg Hernandez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Officials Seek Help in Investigating Blaze
Two Youths Arrested After Car Chase
Chemical Spill Scatters Workers By Tina Nguyen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kim to Refund $132,300 in Proceeds From Book Deal By Len Hall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Jury Recommends Death for Convicted Murderer : Courts: The killer stabbed a Santa Ana silk screener 14 times and slashed his neck during a robbery. The victim's parents come from Mexico to attend the sentencing. By Ken Ellingwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Aim at Self-Defense, Urges Author of 'Armed & Female' By Lisa M. Bowman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
In La Conchita, Gawking Never Stops By Andrew D. Blechman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VENTURA COUNTY FAIR : The Fair's Fare: How Healthy Is It? By Catherine Saillant, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Today at the Fair
SIMI VALLEY : Hot Line Can Advise New Nursing Mother By Joanna M. Miller
Tricycle Races Propel Kids Into High Gear By Tracy Wilson
THOUSAND OAKS : Artworks and Photos Sought for Show By Mary F. Pols
PORT HUENEME : BRAC '95 Task Force Changes Name, Focus By Carlos V. Lozano
OXNARD : Car Slams Into Dental Office, No One Hurt By Andrew D. Blechman
CAMARILLO : 3 More Patients Hit With Pneumonia By Stephanie Brommer
OXNARD : 3 Held on Suspicion of Shooting at Truck By Andrew D. Blechman
VENTURA : Speedboats to Race at Harbor Saturday By Ira E. Stoll
OXNARD : Neighbors Object to Parakeets' Talk By Eric Wahlgren
ELECTIONS / VENTURA CITY COUNCIL : 12 Candidates Outline the Issues They Consider Priorities for Campaign : Politics: Topics announced at season's first debate range from building the sports center to fiscal viability and open-space measures. By Jeff Mcdonald, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Disabled Man's Suit Over Truck Crash Goes to Jury : Subaru: Millions of dollars are at stake in the two-month trial to determine the cause of the accident. By Paul Elias, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Panel OKs Convent's Planned Relocation : Oxnard: Land-use board supports the nuns' bid to move from a site near the Bailard Landfill. The proposal now goes to the City Council. By Eric Wahlgren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
State, FEMA Billions Apart on Quake Aid : Recovery: Repairs at public buildings must wait while officials debate whose standards should be met. By Susan Moffat, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A School of Fish : Portable Pool Adds Swimming Lessons to Summer Curriculum By Tim May, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Insomnia Cafe Owner Moves to End Feud With Neighbors : Nightlife: In an about-face, John Dunn says his coffeehouse is being converted to a private club. By Kay Hwangbo, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Official to Visit for College's Anniversary By Lisa M. Bowman
Questions and answers about your commute : Getting All Your Trucks in a Row By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Tarzana : Police Find Grenades, Evacuate 2 Locations By Frank Manning
North Hills : Unidentified Man Found Fatally Shot By Henry Chu
Chatsworth : Dogs Bring Happiness to Elderly Patients By Tim May
San Fernando : Courthouse Tops Residents' Concerns By Douglas Alger
Chatsworth : Post Office Repaired, Set to Reopen Sept. 5 By Brett Collins
Valleywide : Health Care Workers Picket Medical Sites By Douglas Alger
VENTURA : Bank Robber Strikes Again, FBI Says By Andrew D. Blechman
Supervisors Postpone Decision on Fire Assessment Increase From a Times Staff Writer
Motorist Dies in Hit-and-Run Crash
Police Took Special Caution in Case Involving Deputy : Court: Relatives of a murder victim seek $10 million from deputy who was never charged with crime. By Efrain Hernandez Jr., TIMES STAFF WRITER
2-Year-Old Drowns in Host Family's Pool : Tragedy: Paul Miller's death brings this year's toll to at least 17. New county safety regulations take effect Sept. 1. By Maki Becker, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
LAUSD Strikes Back, Makes Notes of Teachers' Accrued Time Off By Marc Lacey and Beth Shuster, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Boy Whose Parents Were Killed in Crash Dies By Nicholas Riccardi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Mistakes Gun for Cigarette Lighter, Shoots Relative in Face
Blaze Chars 100 Acres of Brush
3 Teen-Agers Ordered to Stand Trial in Slaying : Crime: Defendants will be prosecuted as adults in death of a 16-year-old boy and the wounding of another in Agoura Hills. By Stephanie Brommer, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GLENDALE / BURBANK : Airport Authority Resists Curfew Effort : Burbank: Board votes against hiring consultant who might have lobbied for federal approval of proposal. By Jeannette Desantis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Monks' Message : Holy Men Create Sand Painting in Gangland as Sign of Compassion By Peter Y. Hong, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SPORTS
Big Battle Looming for NBA : Pro basketball: If the players' union goes by the wayside, so too might the 1995-96 season. From Times Wire Services
Even Nature Bows to Ripken : Baseball: Hurricane Felix fails to rain on Orioles' parade, meaning shortstop is still on target to break Gehrig's streak Sept. 6 in Baltimore. From Times Wire Services
Miscellany Alabama, seeking to lessen penalties levied... From Staff and Wire Reports
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : NFC : Stokes Breaks Bone in Hand, Out 5-6 Weeks
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AFC : Injured Jaeger May Get Night Off \o7 Associated Press\f7
Group Fails to Save '95 Game : College football: Organizers of Big Orange Classic, formerly known as Freedom Bowl, come up short of funds. By Jason Reid, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Return to the Light : 'I Was for So Long in Such a Dark Place,' Monica Seles Says of Her 2 1/2-Year Struggle to Escape Stabbing Trauma By Julie Cart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Additional Charges at Coach : Cross-country: Former Cal State L.A. runners say Greg Ryan arranged for them to get unearned grades. By Greg Sandoval, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Reds Give Dodgers Wake-Up Call, 6-2 : Baseball: L.A. stumbles, fumbles, falls to Cincinnati, which is making playoff plans. By Bob Nightengale, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Honestly, It Could Be Worse By Mike Downey
Edmonds' Absence Is Noticed : Angels: Red Sox win in ninth, 4-3, after starting center fielder leaves with injured back. By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Edmonds' Absence Is Noticed : Angels: Red Sox win in ninth, 4-3, after starting center fielder leaves with injured back. By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Baseball League Sets March 28 Start By George Dohrmann
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : NFC : Stokes Breaks Bone in Hand, Out 5-6 Weeks
Invalidated Exam Stuns Bruin Recruit : College basketball: Dominguez High's Tommy Prince says he didn't cheat when passing SAT on the fifth attempt. By David Rosenzweig and Elliott Almond, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Becker Comes Up Aces Against McEnroe From Staff and Wire Reports
You Can Teach an Old Ball New Tricks By Shav Glick
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : INTERCONFERENCE : Carter Injured After Three Plays
PRO FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AFC : Injured Jaeger May Get Night Off \o7 Associated Press\f7
For What It's Worth, Here's an Idea By Larry Stewart
Seles' Road to the Final Is Made Easier by Sanchez Vicario's Loss \o7 Associated Press\f7
Off Farm, Belinda Plows Through Angels : Red Sox: Reliever had just planted acres of alfalfa when Boston called. Now he's contributing to pennant drive. By Chris Foster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Is This a Bad Sign? Tyson at 220, Same Weight as Douglas Fight By Tim Kawakami
BOXING / TIM KAWAKAMI : Bright Is Tyson's Confidence Man By Tim Kawakami
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Texas' Worthington Is an Instant Success From Associated Press
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Easley Receives Vote of Confidence By Mike Digiovanna
BASEBALL ROUNDUP : Rockies Crush Cubs, Close In on Dodgers From Associated Press
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Deal for Butler Might Be Close By Bob Nightengale
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Easley Receives Vote of Confidence By Mike Digiovanna
Baseball / Daily Report : Angels \o7 Bloomberg\f7
Pembroke a Surprise Entry in Saturday's Feature Race By Bob Mieszerski
DEL MAR : Timber Country, 1995 Preakness Winner, Retires By Bob Mieszerski, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Northridge Rains Hits on Yabucoa in a 15-3 Victory By Rick Schulte, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
TRACK AND FIELD / JOHN ORTEGA : As Injuries Rose, Mills' High Jump Interest Fell By John Ortega
On First Day, Baldwin Shows CSUN Won't Be Like Last Year By Jeff Fletcher, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Real Baby Boomer : Volleyball: Dennie Knoop, the oldest player on the women's pro beach tour, is back in shape and playing better since the birth of her first child. By Irene Garcia, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Junior Lightweights Get Message From Garcia
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Rockies Return Home With a Bang From Associated Press
Lee Finishes in Sixth Place in Junior Golf Tournament
MOTOR RACING : Carpenter's Story Has Finishing Touch By Darin Esper, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Cash-Poor Freedom Bowl Off for 1995 By Jason Reid, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : UCLA : Bruins in a Rush to Fill the Pro Void By Steve Springer
COLLEGE FOOTBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NATION : Alabama Appeals NCAA Penalties \o7 Associated Press\f7
Fullerton's Noe Wins Golf Title in Playoff at Aviara
MIGHTY DUCKS : Shtalenkov Agrees to Four-Year Contract By Robyn Norwood
McPeak, Reno Are Team to Watch : Beach volleyball: Top-seeded pair at Nationals in Huntington Beach have won 22 consecutive matches. By Irene Garcia, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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