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What happened on January 15, 1995
ENTERTAINMENT
Sold, Shipped, What's the Diff? : About 2 million albums, in the case of 'The Lion King,' pointing up the disparity between industry's sales tally and SoundScan's. Chuck\f7 Philips
Getting Nastier : The Hughes twins wowed us with 'Menace II Society.' Now they're making 'Dead Presidents': "We got more nasty . . . this time.' Bronwen Hruska, Bronwen Hruska is a free-lance writer living in New York
The Saga of the Luckiest Baritone : Haijing Fu began singing to avoid a farmer's life. Now, he is regarded as a world-class talent. Chris Pasles, Chris Pasles is a Times staff writer
COVER STORY : It's the Whopper of a Chopper : 'Miss Saigon' fall into L.A. with its ageless love story, high-tech wizardry and megabucks box office--not to mention all that baggage. So, wha took so long?. Jan Breslauer, Jan Breslauer is a frequent contributor to Calendar
FAMILY : Want a Real Deep Experience? : It's whale-watching season, and your odds of spotting one of the behemoths are better now than ever. Laurie K. Schenden, Laurie K. Schenden, a Calendar copy editor, writes the 54 Hours and Cheap Thrills columns for the Life & Style section
Laying It on the Line : We brought together John Singleton and a group of college students to see if 'Higher Learning' made the grade. Life on campus ended up sharing the bill with the Hollywood game. Anne Bergman, Anne Bergman is a free-lance writer living in Pasadena.
JAZZ REVIEWS : GRP ALL-STAR BIG BAND, "All Blues" ( GRP ) *** Zan Stewart
ART : Opening a New Window on L.A.'s Art : Peter Goulds' L.A. Louver gallery moves to bigger quarters but takes with it years of support for West Coast artists. Kristine McKenna, Kristine McKenna is a frequent contributor to Calendar. and
JAZZ REVIEWS : A Sweet Set From McCoy Tyner : McCOY TYNER, "Live at Sweet Basil" ( Evidence ) *** 1/2 Bill Kohlhaase
In Brief Sandy Masuo
In Brief Heidi Siegmund
Milk On-Screen Judy Brennan
Still 'Crazy' . . .
Listen Up
He's Beaming
Cross Words
Sheryl Crow's songs tied for the most Grammy nominations. But it's been a long road from singing back-up to playing small clubs to a surprise hit record. How'd she make it to Pop Star? : About As Fun As It Gets Chris Willman, Chris Willman is a frequent contributor to Calendar
THEATER NOTES : The Debate Over Brecht Continues Don Shirley
Burgers, Yes, but No Box-Office Billions Judy Brennan
The Bloom Is Back on Stone Roses
A Life Custom-Made for Opera : Harvey Milk, gay activist, San Francisco politician and martyr is the soul of a new contemporary work. Mark Swed, Mark Swed is a free-lance writer based in New York.
FROM THE VAULTS : Weirdos and Germs : VARIOUS ARTISTS, "Live from the Masque 1978, Vol. 1" ( House of Punk/Flipside ) *** Richard Cromelin
JAZZ REVIEWS : GONZALO RUBALCABA, "Diz" ( Blue Note ) *** Leila Cobo-Hanlon
JAZZ REVIEWS : BILLY CHILDS, "I've Known Rivers" ( Stretch Records ) ** 1/2 Bill Kohlhaase
Keeping 'Radio Gals' on the Dial : Co-creator Mark Hardwick's death from AIDS could have ended the play's journey to Pasadena. Mike Craver made sure it didn't. Don Shirley, Don Shirley is a Times staff writer
Just What the Doctor Ordered Judy Brennan
EMI Trots Out an Icon: Klemperer Herbert Glass, Herbert Glass writes about classical music for The Times
San Francisco's MOMA Moment : Mario Botta designed an interior that is sublime. But what happened to the rest of the new museum? Pilar Viladas, Pilar Viladas is a free - lance writer based in San Francisco and a contributing writer to Architectural Digest
JAZZ REVIEWS : JACK DeJOHNETTE, "Extra Special Edition" ( Blue Note ) ** 1/2 Zan Stewart
Mean Streets and Meaner Women David Kronke
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
The Smart Money Is on This Young Genius : Michael Kearney, 10, is the world's youngest college graduate and a cultural hero in Japan but finds a less enthusiastic response in the U.S. RICHARD KAHLENBERG, Richard Kahlenberg contributes regularly to The Times
Asian Students Face Competing Pressures From Family, Peers : Minorities: Children pay a price as they struggle to meet high expectations from parents, and try to fit in. SUSAN PATERNO, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Authorities Seek Information on Suspect in Fatal Stabbing
Woodpeckers Pound Out Peck of Problems in Idaho Power Poles : Mountains: The vigorous birds knock out huge holes for their nests, thus weakening supports. DAN GALLAGHER, ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER
Earthquake Monitoring Is Indispensable : Republicans should not pay for their 'contract with America' by abolishing the U.S. Geological Survey. ANDREA HECHT-GROSSMAN, Andrea Hecht-Grossman of North Hills contributes regularly to The Times
SANTA CLARITA / ANTELOPE VALLEY : Students Get an Up-Close Look at What It Takes to Run a City : Government: Two Canyon High youths are among 30 from local schools who accompany department heads and council members to learn about their jobs. DOUGLAS ALGER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Fighting Chance : Boxing Club Gives Youths Lessons in Discipline, Beating Gangs to the Punch MARTIN MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Retirement Fun in the South Carolina Sun Is Corporation's Latest Goal : Hilton Head: The centerpiece will be a multimillion-dollar town square. Recreation ranges from boccie to ballroom dancing, putting greens to pools, and three 18-hole golf courses. BRUCE SMITH, ASSOCIATED PRESS
More Rain Expected Today, but Forecast Calls for Dry Monday
United Way Campaign
Notes about your surroundings
Nailing Down New Designs BRUCE SMITH, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Orange County Voices : COMMENTARY ON EDUCATION : County's Schools Can't Afford to 'Take a Hit' on Bankruptcy : The K-12 system--the state's finest--needs to have top priority for returned funds. Our future depends on it. JOHN F. DEAN, John F. Dean is Orange County superintendent of schools. and
Fire Destroys Quake Relief Trailer
Is Simpson's Co-Author Really a Material Witness? BILL BOYARSKY
Anaheim Can't Afford Special Election : Amid Fiscal Crisis, the City Council Should Try Harder to Fill Its Vacant Seat Itself
Attorney's Chutzpah Alters Complexion of Simpson Case DANA PARSONS
Hawthorne Weighs Deep Cuts, Tax Hikes : Finances: Proposed solutions to fiscal crisis include selling City Hall and airport, eliminating Fire Department and slashing salaries up to 20%. JON GARCIA, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
L.A. Marks Quake With Diverse Rites : Anniversary: Dozens of events, both solemn and humorous, will be held Tuesday. SHARON BERNSTEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Reported Crime Drop Clashes With Experience
Shining Examples
Student Skills
Holiday Closings
Breakup of LAUSD Is Not Worth Pursuing
Anaheim Seat Must Be Filled Promptly
Retirees Get Good News on Flood Aid : Disaster relief: Leisure World residents in Seal Beach are assured of grants and low-interest loans. Damage toll there may be as much as $3 million. DEBBIE KONG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
School Board Challenge of Proposition 187
El Toro Airport Illogical, Unfair
Hawthorne Ponders Deep Cuts, Tax Hikes to Ease Financial Crisis JON GARCIA, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Tax Cut Proposal Can't Be Justified
Road Crews Swiftly Tackle Damage Left by Storms : Repairs: As patching begins, early loss estimates range from $10,000 to $50,000 per city. Officials plan to seek federal aid. SARA CATANIA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Lawmakers Must Fight for Geological Survey : Agency offers multiple benefits to ease quakes' ferocity
Accountability Key to County Reform : Charter Form of Government Is Promising Option
Crisis Shouldn't Cut Into Education
GROUND ZERO : 1 Year After the Earthquake, Residents Are Still Pulling Their Lives Together and Coping With the Effects of Stress MACK REED, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A behind-the-scenes look at Orange County's political life : Rohrabacher Crusades for Civil Rights Initiative, Willie Brown Fights Back Politics '95 was compiled by Times staff writer Len Hall, with contributions from Lisa Richwine of States News Service.
Fish Experiment Could Send Stocks Up : Dana Point is Part of Program to Replenish Sea Bass Numbers in Southland Waters
Victim Spies Alleged Thief 2 Weeks Later : Investigations: Police arrest Costa Mesa man on suspicion of robbery after beautician who was held up happens to see him. NANCY HSU, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Police Fire on Youths' Car During Chase; 2 Are Jailed NANCY HSU, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Conservancy Editorial Displays Xenophobia
Rains Pale Next to Great O.C. Floods : Records: Despite one death and damages, this year's deluge was less devastating than earlier ones because Santa Ana River did not overflow. LESLIE BERKMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pallet Firm Owner Killed in Armed Robbery Try REBECCA TROUNSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Schedule
Revitalization Aid Worth the Fight : While few federal neighborhood help programs are successful, the city's failure to win empowerment zone designation is a blow to the northeast Valley. ROBERT HERTZBERG, Robert M. Hertzberg is a businessman and attorney with offices in Sherman Oaks
Obituaries : Anton G. (Tony) Knittel; Citrus Rancher
Action of OCTA's Oftelie Questioned
Road to Property Rights Is Often Full of Bumps : Timber: No state has approved a broad formula for compensating landowners for seized land. In Mississippi a landowner must be compensated if acreage is devalued by 40% or more by forestry regulations. JENNIFER MEARS, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Latest Rain Puts Residents on Edge : Storm: No flash-flood watches are issued, though officials warn of potential problems. Some clearing is forecast for today. JULIE FIELDS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SIMI VALLEY : Pedestrian Struck by 2 Vehicles Dies CHRISTINA LIMA
COMMENTARY ON MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY : Remembering Civil Rights Leader Keeps Dream Alive--for All of Us KATHY McCULLOUGH, Kathy McCullough is a city councilwoman in Lake Forest
Rites Somber and Silly to Mark Quake Anniversary SHARON BERNSTEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
These Cloudbursts Had a Silver Lining : The response to last week's deluge showed what we learned from past natural disasters
Thousands Have Enjoyed Trail Builder's Efforts
Smoke Inhalation Kills Boy Trapped by Security Bars JEANNETTE DeSANTIS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Tallying the Aid : ANALYSIS SHOWS UNEVEN DISTRIBUTION OF FEDERAL ASSISTANCE ACROSS THE VALLEY
School Boundary Story Was Unfair to Parents
Disaster Network Goes On-Line : Computers: New electronic system is a clearinghouse of information that 750 groups can tap to coordinate emergency relief. It was tested during recent rains. HUGO MARTIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries
USGS Too Important to Be Lost to Political Whims : Although predicting temblors is a hit-and-miss science, it would be short-sighted to abandon research now being done. KENNETH R. JANOWSKI, Kenneth R. Janowski is an engineer who lives in Woodland Hills
Riled by Johnson's Attack on Ferguson
Reader Finds White Guy's Jokes Unfunny SCOTT HARRIS, Address TimesLink or Prodigy e-mail to YQTU59A ( via the Internet: YQTU59A@prodigy.com)
The Sunshine of Life : Over-55 Set Basks in Arizona Community MARLA DIAL, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Panel Urges Youth Camp for Offenders : Juvenile Hall: Conference officials say the public's help is needed to steer other teen-agers away from crime. IRA E. STOLL, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
L.A. Needs Your Blood : The Southland's demand is high, but donors in the region are few
Obituaries : Leon Zermeno; Trucking Executive
2 Killed, 2 Injured in Crash of Copter : Aviation: Aircraft en route from Burbank to Los Angeles struck high-tension wires over Hollywood Freeway in heavy fog, authorities say. MACK REED and ABIGAIL GOLDMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Comments About Rev. King Criticized
GOP Stalwart Takes Over Old Umberg District : Politics: Conservative businessman and party activist Jim Morrissey, a firm backer of Prop. 187, pledges to battle crime and unemployment. ERIC BAILEY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Trimming Number of Lawyers Would Spur Economy, Professor Says : Finances: Cutting 40% of state's attorneys would save $57 billion in 'predatory legal behavior,' Stephen Magee says. Critics scoff, calling his claim irresponsible. ALAN ABRAHAMSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
100 Die in Rail Crash Associated Press
Environmental Detectives Track Down Polluters : Superfund: Firms try to reduce their liability for cleanup by finding other culprits. In one case, investigators identified 300 firms with responsibility for contamination. SANDY SHORE, ASSOCIATED PRESS
GROUND ZERO : Quake Victims Share Tears, Fears--and Hope FRED ALVAREZ and MACK REED, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Modern Pagans Practice That Old-Time Religion : Spirituality: Local adherents say it's not easy to worship nature with traffic in the background. But all you really need is a patch of earth. JOHN BUZBEE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
CABRILLO VILLAGE : Children Flock to New Center Just for Them CHRISTINA LIMA
Chopper Crashes, Killing 2 : Accident: Helicopter in fog hits wires before nose-diving into Hollywood Freeway. Two other passengers are critically hurt. MACK REED and ABIGAIL GOLDMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Police May Have Found Body of Missing Woman
Come to Think of It, Do We Really Need a County Government at All?
Bus Changes Draw Criticism : Transportation: Valley riders say proposed route overhaul will lengthen their commuting times. They ask the MTA to reconsider parts of the plan. JOCELYN Y. STEWART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Missing Girl's Footprints Lead Nowhere as Do the Clues : Washington: A mother of four moved her family from the slums of Tacoma to a sylvan valley. It was from there that one daughter simply vanished. AVIVA L. BRANDT, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Man Arrested in Ojai Valley Sexual Attacks : Crime: Casitas Springs resident is held in connection with series of assaults that outraged small community. JULIE FIELDS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Workers Stem Sewage Flow to Newport Bay YVETTE CABRERA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Nightmare Commute : For La Canada Students, Scariest Part of School Is Getting There RENEE TAWA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Valley Tribal Trivia Was Way Off the Mark
REAL ESTATE
How to Tell Tenants You're Selling? From Operation Sentinel. This column is prepared by Operation Sentinel, a rental housing mediation service in Sunnyvale, Calif
Home for Good : Mobile Home Owners Organize Movement to Buy Land They Live On MARILYN OLIVER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Oliver is a Los Angeles free-lance writer. and
Real Answers Real Answers, an independently researched consumer service, will address any questions you have about home buying, selling or financing
Is It Too Wet to Plant? ROBERT SMAUS
Romantic Roses Charm Southland Gardeners ROBERT SMAUS, TIMES GARDEN EDITOR
There's 'Gold' in Hidden Hills RUTH RYON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pay Special Attention to Roof, Drains in Rain GARY ABRAMS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; Abrams is a general contractor who has written on home improvement topics for The Times since 1989
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Drifting Toward Catastrophe : Fallout from America's nuclear testing : SAVAGE DREAMS: A Journey Into the Hidden Wars of the American West, By Rebecca Solnit (Sierra Club Books: $22; 402 pp.) Carole Gallagher, Carole Gallagher is the author, most recently, of "American Ground Zero: The Secret Nuclear War" (Random House) and is currently working on a memoir
Belonging Nowhere : Exile as a frame for memory : OUT OF EGYPT: A Memoir, By Andre Aciman (Farrar, Straus & Giroux: $20; 340 pp.) RICHARD EDER
Son of the Heath : An exhaustive new biography of Thomas Hardy reveres and defends and finally suffocates its victim. : HARDY: A Biography, By Martin Seymour-Smith (St. Martin's Press: $35; 896 pp.) Adam Thorpe, Adam Thorpe is the author of two volumes of poetry and a novel, "Ulverton" (Farrar, Straus & Giroux). His second novel, "Still," is to be published in Britain in April
Eating His Words : The life and times of one of France's most iconoclastic poets : BAUDELAIRE: The Life of Charles Baudelaire, By Joanna Richardson (St. Martin's Press: $35; 602 pp.) Daniel Harris, Daniel Harris' essays appear in Harper's and Salmagundi. He is writing a book on gay culture
Nonfiction Kenneth Turan
NEWS
Wounded Knee Murder Mystery Reopens : Native Americans: Death of activist has remained unsolved since her corpse was found 19 years ago. Some believe she was killed by the FBI. Others suspect she was a government informant. MATT KELLEY, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Moose That Killed Man Is Destroyed by Officials Associated Press
SOUTH-CENTRAL : City Maps Out a Plan to Thwart Prostitutes JUDY TORRES
On View : A Fitz Fix : ROBBIE COLTRANE RETURNS IN HIS AWARD-WINNING ROLE ON A&E'S 'CRACKER' SUSAN KING, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ghosts of '56 Revolt Haunt Hungary : Budapest: Twelve men are on trial, survivors of a militia unit that fired on protesters. ALEX BANDY, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Suit Settled, Warts and All Associated Press
Human Hearts for Sale Associated Press
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Section Staff
As Abortion Battle Becomes a Shooting War, Fear Intensifies : Medicine: Doctors don bulletproof vests; clinic workers buy guns or personal alarms as those on front lines fight for survival. DAN SEWELL, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken : A Resilient Los Angeles Seeks to Retrieve Its Future JON D. MARKMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Roads Research by NONA YATES / Los Angeles Times
Changes in NCAA Eligibility Too Late for Some : Academics: NCAA approves stricter guidelines for athletic scholarships and freshman eligibility beginning in August. SEAN WATERS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SHOWS FOR YOUNGSTERS AND THEIR PARENTS TOO : It's a small world too at the fuzzy and diverse 'Puzzle Place' on PBS N.F. MENDOZA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SOUTH GATE : Fire Station Sale Halted for Appraisal ENRIQUE LAVIN
Making Faces
For Seniors : A 21st-Century Challenge: Keeping Retirees Active LINDA FELDMAN
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : SHARON ADAMS LISA RESPERS
Amnesty Enrages ANC Associated Press
Basketball Roundup WILL ETHERIDGE
WILSHIRE : Open House Set on Subway Alternatives LESLIE BERESTEIN
A New Outlook (and Name) All Added Up
2 Simpson Jurors Likely to Be Replaced by Ito ANDREA FORD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Victim Helps Catch Alleged Robber After Seeing Him at Bank NANCY HSU, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : MAYOR RIORDAN HUGO MARTIN
A Year Later, Life Still Unsteady for Quake Victims : Recovery: Residents and merchants remain dispirited by frustrating loan policies and an inability to complete repairs caused by the 6.7 temblor. ERIN J. AUBRY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Challenges : The Comeback Trail / Twists and Turns on the Road to Recovery : Health Care Recovering DOUGLAS P. SHUIT, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wilson Calls Special Session on Flood Aid : Relief: Action allows Assembly, Senate to expedite measures that could include low-interest loans, tax relief. JERRY GILLAM, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WINDSOR HILLS : For Stock Tips, They Use the Club ERIN J. AUBRY
Nation IN BRIEF : NATIONWIDE : Poll Gives Clinton Edge Over Gingrich From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : MICHIGAN : Antibiotic for Acne Eases Arthritis Pain From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Serbs Threaten to Shoot Civilians on Reopened Route CAROL J. WILLIAMS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Somali Ex-Workers Hold U.N. Staff Captive Times Wire Services
KOREATOWN : Builders of Housing for Disabled Awarded LESLIE BERESTEIN
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : ALVIN MARTIN PETER Y. HONG
BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Washington Loses to Banning in the Last Split-Second LATEEL FRIERSON
Deprived of Exercise Time, Inmates Heft Law Tomes Associated Press
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Coming Back : Central City Repairs Picking Up PETER Y. HONG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Suspect Charged in Amy Biehl Slaying Associated Press
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Coming Back : Recovery Slow in Ventura County MACK REED, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Challenges : The Comeback Trail / Twists and Turns on the Road to Recovery : Protecting People and Buildings LARRY GORDON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Quake Recovery Totals : Damage Estimates Researched by Julie Sheer / Los Angeles Times
Ford Issues Minivan Recall Associated Press
'Deep Cover' Peter Rainer
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : KAY VEACH LISA RESPERS
COLUMN ONE : Gore May Be Dull, but to His Party He Shines : Suddenly, his solid image and moderate views are attracting attention--from Democrats scrambling to recover from the November landslide. PAUL RICHTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A summary of selected City Hall actions this week affecting central Los Angeles. MICHAEL KRIKORIAN
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : $12.1 Million Earmarked for Crisis Fees : Recovery: Report allocating funds for law firms and trouble-shooters gets mixed reaction from supervisors. MARTIN MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ex-1st Cat Seized, Joins Ex-Governor in Leaving Mansion Associated Press
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Coming Back : Santa Monica Struggling Back NANCY HILL-HOLTZMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Nation IN BRIEF : NATIONWIDE : Southeast States Hit by Heavy Rain From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Still Life Portrait ENRIQUE LAVIN
Wilson Is 'Seeding Cloud of Poison,' Jackson Says PETER Y. HONG
Clinton Sets Out Test for Tax Cuts from Times Wire Services
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : PRESIDENT CLINTON MARC LACEY
In-Line Skating Wins Exercise Points : Health: Running, cycling and swimming have long been considered ways to stay fit. But this new mode of recreation is gaining in popularity. TRUDY TYNAN, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Awash in Misery : Homeless: Recent deluge creates extra hardships for those living on the streets. Some crowd into shelters, but others try to tough it out. SCOTT SHIBUYA BROWN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Christopher Ties U.S. Aid to End of Chechen War : Diplomacy: Secretary of state says Yeltsin must also mend fences with reformers--or Russia will get less help from Washington. NORMAN KEMPSTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Against the Wall' Jon Matsumoto
Four-Star Films : 'Little Big Man' Michael Wilmington
'Contract With America: The Sequel?' : Policy: The House GOP's manifesto for change hasn't entirely been considered yet. But a conservative think tank is already planning ahead. RICHARD A. SERRANO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Smoke Inhalation Kills Boy Trapped by Barred Windows JEANNETTE DeSANTIS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Help Times researcher Stephanie Stassel
Battle Lines Drawn Over St. Vibiana's Cathedral : Landmarks: Local preservationists hope to prevent demolition of the quake-damaged church. The Catholic Archdiocese plans a larger, modern facility. BRETT MAHONEY, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
World's Lone Elephant Orphanage Tries to Fix Some Wrongs of Man : Sri Lanka: Poachers are partly responsible for the declining herds. Major culprits are the sugar and tea planters who thwart plans for protected forest corridors. KRISHNAN GURUSWAMY, ASSOCIATED PRESS
WESTLAKE : Area Improvement Coalition to Meet
Basketball Roundup CHARLES SMITH
Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : Smithsonian Opens 1960 Sit-In Exhibit From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Nation IN BRIEF : NATIONWIDE : 4 House Fires Kill 16 Children, 5 Adults From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : PETER ELIAS LARRY GORDON
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : OMER SCARPIDIS ABIGAIL GOLDMAN
Basketball Roundup REGGIE MEADOWS
Parolee Held in Death of His Prison Pen Pal Associated Press
GAME OF THE WEEK : Twin Towers Prove Too Much for Loyola SEAN WATERS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Really Lost in Space : 'VOYAGER' CREW ISN'T AFRAID OF THE RISKS IN AN UNEXPLORED UNIVERSE DANIEL HOWARD CERONE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Talk Theater for Dinner HILLARY JOHNSON, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Transvestite Loses Bid to Skirt Rules Reuter
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Challenges : The Comeback Trail / Twists and Turns on the Road to Recovery : Schools Answer the Bell Slowly BETH SHUSTER and JOHN CHANDLER, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Nation IN BRIEF : NORTH CAROLINA : Teen-Ager Killed, 2 Missing in Flooding From Times Staff and Wire Reports
REGION : 3 Die in Arizona Highway Accident
Still Shaken
Three-Dimensional Imaging Systems Make Surgery Safer and Quicker : Virtual reality: Devices allow doctors to locate organs and do suturing and other tasks more easily. LINDA A. JOHNSON, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Four Killed in Protests Over Failed Liberia Talks Reuters
USC : 500 Expected at Empowerment Event
Strict Islamic Law Raises Fears of Women : Bangladesh: Rapist goes unpunished; accuser is lashed for having unlawful sex. As imams apply their interpretations of the ancient codes, known as the Sharia, victims become outcasts. FARID HOSSAIN, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Despite Regrets, Owner Says Rams Leaving T.J. SIMERS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Challenges : The Comeback Trail / Twists and Turns on the Road to Recovery : Unprepared on the Home Front LISA RESPERS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Damage Is Light as Scattered Flooding Hits N. California RICHARD C. PADDOCK and JAMES RAINEY, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Psst, the Problem Is Not Image ROBIN ABCARIAN
Du Brow's Holiday Wishes
Lawyer Fees in State Hit $16 Billion in '92 : Economy: Almost $7 billion was earned in L.A. County. The figure adds fuel to debate on whether the attorney explosion is an economic boon or drain. ALAN ABRAHAMSON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Panda-monium : Zoos: Babbitt allows San Diego facility to import two pandas from China. Interior secretary says research and breeding program may be vital to survival of the endangered species. TONY PERRY, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : ROGER CAMPBELL FRED ALVAREZ
NOTEBOOK : Locke's Parker Adds to List of Football Honors REGGIE MEADOWS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Ferocious Combat Reportedly Raging in Chechen Palace : Caucasus: Russian troops seize part of building, reports say, after taking control of other key structures. Room-to-room fighting is said to be spreading in capital. SONNI EFRON and CAREY GOLDBERG, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Domestic Violence Is Spilling Into the Workplace : Battered: Companies' productivity suffers as absenteeism, employee turnover and health care costs rise. Some firms take the lead to stem the losses. LISA GENASCI, ASSOCIATED PRESS
CRENSHAW : Parade in Honor of King to Be Monday
WESTSIDE COVER STORY : Dogged by Doubt : Activists Try Sting Operations in Search of Alleged Animal Thieves MARY MOORE, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : Partner Paid Brown's Debts, Paper Reports From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Blacks Debate Issue of Race in Simpson Case LISA RESPERS and HENRY WEINSTEIN and EDWARD J. BOYER, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Retro : Oh, 'My Children' LIBBY SLATE, Libby Slate is a frequent contributor to TV Times and Calendar
THE TIMES POLL : Quake Aftereffects Run Deep in Hard-Hit Areas RICH CONNELL and JOHN HURST, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Democrat Keeps Heat on Gingrich : Ethics: Rep. Bonior calls for Speaker to release all documents on book deal. And report says meeting with Murdoch included a lobbyist. DAVID WILLMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Frontiere Confirms Rams' Move to St. Louis--'I Had No Choice' : Pro football: 'I feel I've done everything humanly possible to try and make it work' in Anaheim, says the Rams owner, who will close the potentially lucrative deal Tuesday. T.J. SIMERS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Winfrey Admits Cocaine Use, 'Life's Great Big Secret' from Associated Press
4 Million Jam Manila's Streets for Papal Mass : Religion: Pope draws largest crowd ever at Youth Day event. It was 'excess of success,' spokesman says. WILLIAM D. MONTALBANO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Architect of Rams' Move Proves Deft at Deal-Making : Analysis: Shaw's meticulous planning makes action palatable to NFL, profitable for owner Frontiere. T.J. SIMERS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Basketball Roundup MICHAEL EDWARDS
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Challenges : The Comeback Trail / Twists and Turns on the Road to Recovery : Workplace Change Is Mostly Talk STUART SILVERSTEIN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Terrorism Calls for Anti-Terrorism Efforts
Let Us Now Praise--Ourselves PETER H. KING
Slain Doctor's Son Steps Into the Fray : Abortion: David Gunn Jr. put aside his career to fight extremists, one of whom shot his father. 'We're dealing with murders now,' he says. 'They're talking about killing human beings and calling it justifiable homicide.' DAN SEWELL, ASSOCIATED PRESS
Hungarians Take a Run on Special Hapsburg Train : Hungary: View offered of cherry-paneled car used by Communist boss. Car used by royalty was made in 1868. ALEX BANDY, ASSOCIATED PRESS
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : Treasurer's Office Didn't Warn Investors : Disclosure: April '94 letter was high on prospects, although Merrill Lynch had predicted rate increase. MARTIN MILLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Symbol of Albania Shifts--to Car Wrecks : Eastern Europe: After 40 years of isolation, nation's new openness is best represented by instant junkyards. THOMAS GOLTZ, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
Missouri Museum Favors Macabre : Psychiatry: Archivist has assembled a grim historical collection on mental illness. AMY LIGNITZ, ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Merrill's Responsibilities Key to Orange County Suit : Crisis: Brokerage's culpability hinges on how savvy treasurer was and if he or county was the client. JEFF BRAZIL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : In Sacramento, It's 'Not Revolution, It's Turmoil' ROBERT A. JONES, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bully Plants and Creatures Victimize State Park : Pennsylvania: Presque Isle on Lake Erie draws almost as many visitors as California's Yosemite. But this sand spit is suffering most from an invasion by non-human species. JEFFREY BAIR, ASSOCIATED PRESS
U.S. Agents Probe Animal Group's Weapons Arsenal : Investigation: Van Nuys organization has a $100,000 stockpile, including assault-style guns, authorities say. JOSH MEYER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Shamir Tells of Shock That Bush Left Hussein in Power From Associated Press
Uproar Sweeps Israel Over Claims of Piranha : Sea of Galilee: A fisherman's alleged find creates media excitement. But a noted expert eviscerates the tale. BARTON GELLMAN, THE WASHINGTON POST
Four Canadian Wolves Released Into Wilds of Idaho from Associated Press
Bandit Reburied Next to Two Dear Friends Associated Press
Golden Fleece Attracts Record Price Reuters
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : WILLIE L. WILLIAMS SHARON BERNSTEIN
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : KELLY SILVERBERG ABIGAIL GOLDMAN
Ex-Pilot Likens 1979 Spiral to '94 Fatal Crash Associated Press
HUNTINGTON PARK : High-Tech Pay Phones Will Be Installed ENRIQUE LAVIN
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : SBA Loans Researched by Julie Sheer
Vatican Dismisses Liberal French Bishop Associated Press
THE SUNDAY PROFILE : Poetry, Prose, Politics : Feminism and social change will always be major themes in Gioconda Belli's work. But she's learning to ignite the passions of others rather than lead their struggles. KEVIN BAXTER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chess : National News JACK PETERS, INTERNATIONAL MASTER
Despite Perks, Sequestration Is a Gilded Cage, Jurors Say : Courts: Former panelists describe isolation and censorship facing those who will hear the Simpson case. STEPHANIE SIMON and RALPH FRAMMOLINO, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
CHINATOWN : Group Begins Project to Restore Shrine BRETT MAHONEY
THE SUNDAY PROFILE : A Twist of Fate : Pat Mayo 'came out' in a Leisure World paper to form a social group. But the outpouring from parents of gays added an unexpected dimension. STEVE EMMONS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Recovery : A Rush of Resilience / Valley Economy on Fast Track Recovery JAMES FLANIGAN, Flanigan is a Times Business columnist
For Dogs, Having a Chip on the Shoulder Is a Good Thing MARY MOORE
DOWNTOWN : Skid Row School Gets $8,000 in Supplies BRETT MAHONEY
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Challenges : The Comeback Trail / Twists and Turns on the Road to Recovery : The Commuter Road Not Taken HENRY CHU, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'94 Christmas Memory
Sotheby's Bows to King of the Jungle
Commentary : A DAY IN THE CHATTY LIFE OF AMERICA'S TALKING NETWORK JERRY ZEZIMA, THE STAMFORD (CONN.) ADVOCATE
WITH AN EYE ON . . . : Life as Becky No. 2 on 'Roseanne' is No. 1 role for Sarah Chalke N.F. MENDOZA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : California State University Northridge Research by NONA YATES / Los Angeles Times
Doing the Math Is Like Child's Play
This Is Politics, Not a Popularity Contest
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : KAREN UZIEL SHARON BERNSTEIN
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Federal Assistance Researched by Julie Sheer and Doug Smith / Los Angeles Times
'Someone to Talk to . . . Right Here' : Housing: Low-income residents of the Holiday Venice project now get help on-site from two counselors hired with federal funds. It makes a big difference, they say. ADRIAN MAHER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
CITY TIMES COVER STORY : FOR VENDORS, THE WHEELS TURN SLOWLY : A program that would allow them to operate legally has seen limited success because of infighting and bureaucratic shifts. LESLIE BERESTEIN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Pinocchio' Returns To Tv SCOTT MOORE, THE WASHINGTON POST
EAST LOS ANGELES : Housing Project Gets a Next-Door Clinic MARY ANNE PEREZ
Crenshaw's Arch Insists That His Troubles are Behind Him SEAN WATERS, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
EAST LOS ANGELES : Disabled Youths May Get Center, Housing MARY ANNE PEREZ
MUSIC : For This Jazz Pianist, Friends Are the Key CAROL CHASTANG, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BOYLE HEIGHTS : Plan Aims to Convert Drivers Into Riders MARY ANNE PEREZ
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Lessons : Unsettling New Facts : Scientists Unearth the Hazards ROBERT LEE HOTZ and KENNETH REICH, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Pedestrians May as Well Wave Their Right of Way Goodby JANICE MALL, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Challenges : The Comeback Trail / Twists and Turns on the Road to Recovery : Caltrans Repairs Outpace Retrofits HENRY CHU, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : HENRY CISNEROS MARC LACEY
Basketball Roundup : Girls KIRBY LEE
'Shadowlands' Peter Rainer
HUNTINGTON PARK : Festival to Honor Martin Luther King
Profile : Karen Sillas : Over Her 'Suspicion' JOE RHODES, Joe Rhodes is a free-lance writer based in Portland, Ore
Kate Mulgrew Changes The Coordinates DANIEL HOWARD CERONE
Help Sought in Hit-and-Run Case
King's Legacy Is at Risk : Earl Ofari Hutchinson calls for a concerted effort to reverse the backward movement. Earl Ofari Hutchinson, Earl Ofari Hutchinson is a sociologist who has spent 22 years lecturing and writing about the black experience in America. He is the author of five books, the most recent of which is titled "The Assassination of the Black Male Image." He is also a frequent opinion-piece contributor to many newspapers and magazines. Last week, he spoke at the invitation of the black staff and faculty of USC at a celebration of the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He lives in Los Angeles and was interviewed by Karen E. Klein
6 L.A. City Council Candidates to Face Community Forum
Los Angeles Times Special Quake Report: One Year Later : Still Shaken / Voices : From the Epicenter to D.C.: Reflections on the Devastation : JIMMY MENZI SHARON BERNSTEIN
Science: 2 UCLA Professors Honored
WILSHIRE : LAPD to Add More Bikes to Patrol Unit LESLIE BERESTEIN
SOUTH-CENTRAL : LAPD's 77th Division Prepares for Move STEPHEN GREGORY
Adding Up His Life and Goals at Harvard : A South-Central resident talks about his first year at the Harvard Business School, and how it has affected his perspective on friends, family and community. Tim Anderson, A year ago in a City Times Voices column, Tim Anderson of South-Central talked about heading to Harvard Business School (where 6,000 apply and 800 are accepted), his plans to bring businesses to his community and his ultimate goal: to become President of the United States. With just half a year left at Harvard, Anderson, 28, still has plans to bring business to South-Central, but the presidency will have to wait. Some things, Anderson has learned, are not always as simple--or as important--as they once seemed. Anderson was interviewed by Laurie K. Schenden
SPORTS
Seldom-Used Burns Will Leave UCLA in Search of Minutes TIM KAWAKAMI
AFC Championship, Year-By-Year
PREP WRESTLING / FIVE COUNTIES TOURNAMENT : Calvary Chapel Continues Its Domination ERIK HAMILTON, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Speaker of the House : Vocal Point Guard Escamilla, Santa Paula Campaigning Hard to Unseat Powerful Santa Clara MICHAEL LAZARUS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pepperdine Falls Short Again, 72-59 From Staff and Wire Reports
Chaffey Survives in Desert : Basketball: Panthers hold off rally by Antelope Valley in final minutes for 99-97 victory. MIKE BRESNAHAN, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GOLF ROUNDUP : Morse Gets Nearer to First Win From Associated Press
Fullerton at Least Makes It Respectable LON EUBANKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Second-Half Effort Lifts Long Beach JASON REID, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Union Reacts to Replacement Rules ROSS NEWHAN
PREP ROUNDUP : Marina Surpasses Expectations With Victory MARTIN HENDERSON
AMERICA'S CUP : Stars & Stripes Evens Score With Fast Start, Big Victory From Associated Press
Tennis From Staff and Wire Reports
NBA ROUNDUP : Jazz Hums Along With 12-Game Road Streak From Associated Press
Titans Can't Overcome Utah State's Big Lead LON EUBANKS, TIMES STAFF WRITER
On Defense, He Was Always in the Shotgun MAL FLORENCE
North Carolina's Free Throws Negate Clemson's Home Edge Associated Press
Blitzville Welcome Awaits the Chargers : AFC championship: Pittsburgh brings NFL's No.1 pass defense into today's game against San Diego, which scored 37 against Steelers earlier this season. BARRY WILNER, ASSOCIATED PRESS
UC Irvine Still Winless in Big West JOHN WEYLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Suns Flatten Already Flat Clippers, 134-108 : Pro basketball: Even though Barkley takes one on the chin, this was an early-round knockout. CHRIS BAKER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE NBA / MARK HEISLER : Rankings Show These Kids Can Play Mark Heisler
Trojans' Orr Shows He Can Do It All : College basketball: He scores 22 points in USC's 79-65 victory over Washington, but Parker is most impressed with his eight rebounds. LONNIE WHITE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Losers Will Be As Big as Winners in This Cowboy-49er Clash : NFC championship: Steve Young and coaches George Seifert and Barry Switzer tackle memories of very successful predecessors. Associated Press
SANTA ANITA : Wekiva Springs Extends Streak BILL CHRISTINE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Peace of Mind Hard to Find Around Georgia Mike Penner
Accent Adds Spice to Final Four : Steelers Will Get After Chargers, Then 49ers and Cowboys Will See Who Goes to the Really Real Super Bowl Bill Plaschke, Times Staff Writer
MIGHTY DUCKS : Players Glad to Flee Ranks of Unemployed ROBYN NORWOOD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL : Washington's Run Beats UCLA Associated Press
College Roundup
He Gave Dodgers a Shot in the Arm Mike Downey
Nash Leads Santa Clara Over Loyola, 83-70 From Staff and Wire Reports
Double Vision Pleasing to Eye of Harvard Point Guard Steve Henson
NFL Conference Championship Games
Ventura Gets Boost From Former Star FERNANDO DOMINGUEZ, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Financial Impact of Lockout Different for Kings and Ducks : Hockey: With play resuming, NHL clubs will be trying to recoup their losses in a hurry. THOMAS S. MULLIGAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bridesmaids Hoping to Catch the Bouquet : Australian Open: Agassi, Sanchez Vicario looking to steal thunder from Sampras (who's playing) and Graf (who isn't). JULIE CART, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ram Sticker Shock Hits St. Louis : Pro football: Moving costs are high, some say too high. Others wonder if guarantees can be met. MIKE DiGIOVANNA, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Anteaters Run Out of Excuses in Loss to Nevada JOHN WEYLER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Willemse to Play Soccer for UCLA
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : Arkansas Toppled by Rebuilding Auburn From Associated Press
Hart Is Child's Play for Vahoviak : Girls' basketball: She returns after daughter's birth and helps Burroughs to a 48-43 upset. DAVE DESMOND, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
NFL PLAYOFFS : And Now, the Game You've Waited for All Season Long : NFC: There is far more at stake than simply a berth in the big show when the 49ers and Cowboys clash today at Candlestick Park. For many of them, this is the big show. BILL PLASCHKE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL ROUNDUP : CSUN Women Get It Half Right but Lose Again
GOLF / THOMAS BONK : Rain Gauges Record Par at These Courses Thomas Bonk
NFL PLAYOFFS : The Immaculate Assumption? : AFC: Confident Steelers already looking ahead to Super Bowl, but they have to beat Chargers first. STEVE SPRINGER, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Shoemaker Fined by Stewards : Horse racing: Trainer joins four others given nominal punishment after failed drug tests by their horses. They deny guilt, blame jimsonweed. BILL CHRISTINE, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Eagles' Owner Gives Up Trying to Sign Vermeil Associated Press
Latest in Bruin Highlight Club Is 'Air' Edney : UCLA: Point guard's dunk puts exclamation point on 91-78 victory over depleted Washington State. TIM KAWAKAMI, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Hrudey in Excellent Position as He Negotiates With Kings LISA DILLMAN and ROBYN NORWOOD
THE NBA / MARK HEISLER : No Baby-Sitters Needed: These Kids Old Enough Mark Heisler
The New Deion : Sanders Develops Another Aura: Winner ROB GLOSTER, ASSOCIATED PRESS
NFC Championship, Year-By-Year
BOWLING : Stayrook Opens PBA Season With Fourth Tour Victory DON SNYDER, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP : Cooper's 33 Points Help Swamp Channel Islands
PACIFIC 10 CONFERENCE ROUNDUP : Stoudamire's 45 Too Much For Stanford From Associated Press
COMMENTARY : Hockey Players Know Who Lost the Fight MIKE LUPICA, NEWSDAY
Prep Roundup
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Westmont Holds Off Determined Vanguards MARTIN BECK
The Pond's First Fight Night Gets KOd by Broudy : Boxing: Local promoter pulled out of deal that would bring an inaugural fight to the facility. MIKE HISERMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Long Beach State Steps on Gas in Second Half JASON REID, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Grant Hill Just Exudes Confidence, Total Class : Pro basketball: Pistons' rookies is drawing raves and being compared to the legendary Michael Jordan. YURI KAGEYAMA, ASSOCIATED PRESS
OPINION
Welfare Babies Bother You? Drown 'em : A modest proposal to keep our corporate plazas clear of children begging for food. ROBERT SCHEER, Robert Scheer is a former Times national correspondent
Laptops for Poor
New Criminal Laws
Illegal Immigrant Treatment
Why So Many Young People Keep Politics at Arm's Length : A new survey says college students have no faith in the political process. Is that because they respect it too much? Ruben Navarrette Jr., Ruben Navarrette Jr. is author of "A Darker Shade of Crimson: Odyssey of a Harvard Chicano" (Bantam) and co-host of "Twenty-Something Talk" on KMPC
Dog Park
The Minimum Wage Doesn't Merit a Raise : Teens and middle-class part-timers will benefit; the poor will pay higher prices. JESSE MALKIN, Jesse Malkin is a doctoral fellow in Santa Monica
St. Vibiana's Cathedral
THE CULTURE WARS : A House Historian Who Was Anything But Daniel T. Rodgers, Daniel T. Rodgers is a professor of history at Princeton University
Getting Beyond the Shock and Destruction of Jan. 17, 1994 : Full recovery from something as powerful and pervasive as a major earthquake is never easy, and never quick
RACE : For Younger Blacks, King's Dream of Integration Dies David Dante Troutt, David Dante Troutt is a writer and lawyer
HUMILIATION IN CHECHNYA : From Hero to Heel, Russian Army Stuck in Trenches of Incompetence Steven Merritt Miner, Steven Merritt Miner, a professor of Russian history at Ohio University, is a contributor to "The Diplomats," edited by Gordon Craig and F .L. Loewenheim (Princeton University.) He is also working on a book, "Selling Stalin," about Soviet propaganda
RUSSIA : Grozny May Be Graveyard of a Democratic Russia Alex Alexiev, Alex Alexiev, a foreign-policy consultant, writes frequently on Russian and Eastern European affairs
Remedial Courses for CSU Students
LOS ANGELES TIMES INTERVIEW : Jamie Gorelick : The Pragmatist Who Runs the Justice Department Ronald Ostrow, Ronald Ostow covers the Justice Department for The Times. He interviewed Jamie Gorelick in her office
TRAVEL
News, Tips & Bargains : A New Look for Royal Pavilion
Deal of the Week
Vactioning With the Reluctant Traveler EILEEN OGINTZ
Steering Clear of Scams HANK KOVELL
The Good Life
Atlanta Hoists Starting Gun for Olympic Ticket Sales : Bookings: One system will handle events as well as most lodgings. Organizers will limit rates lodgings can charge. CHRISTOPHER REYNOLDS, TIMES TRAVEL WRITER
Glow Time
Cooking and Wine: What French Do Best KARIN DOMINELLO, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Plying the Frontiers of Alaska SHIRLEY SLATER and HARRY BASCH, Slater and Basch travel as guests of the cruise lines. Cruise Views appears the first and third week of every month.
Cooking With Class : Asian schools cost less than European ones, but there is no shortage of luxury BARBARA HANSEN, TIMES STAFF WRITER; Hansen is author of "Southeast Asian Cooking," (Fisher Books, $9.95). and
Climb Every Panoramic Peak JOHN McKINNEY
Aruba's Beaches: Easy on the Eyes BETTY MARTIN
Hostel Castles and Other Friendly Places to Stay LUCY IZON
Winter Journeys Through Northern Climes : BY SHIP ALONG NORWAY'S ARCTIC COAST HELEN HAUKENESS, Haukeness is a New York City free-lance writer.
Weekend Escape: Corona : Club Mud : Dipping, soaking and lazing in the natural mineral hot springs of Glen Ivy Spa JANET EASTMAN, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Winter Journeys Through Northern Climes : BY TRAIN IN SCOTLAND'S WEST HIGHLANDS CHRISTINA WILLIAMS, Williams is a free-lance writer based in Aurora, Colo.
Weekly Reader
Destination: Greece : Written in Stone : Greece's Zagoria region, with its yawning rock expanses and dense forests, is one of the wildest parts of Europe STEVE SILK, HARTFORD COURANT
MAGAZINE
Behind Wilderness Therapy
The Religious Rite
Fields Of Nightmares
DEATH OF A CONTRARIAN : A Eulogy to a Treasured Friend Who Would Take Me to Task for Every Word of It Jonathan Gold
What Went Wrong? : George Mitchell, the former Senate Majority Leader, ponders how the Democrats fell so hard while the Republicans prospered. But he has hope for the future--and Clinton's reelection. TOM ROSENSTIEL, Tom Rosenstiel, formerly a Washington correspondent for The Times, now covers Congress for Newsweek
Reclaiming L.a.
Heart of Darkness, Heart of Light : The Saga of Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca, the First American MICHAEL VENTURA, Michael Ventura is the author of the recently published novel, "The Zoo Where You're Fed to God" (Simon & Schuster). He last wrote an essay about the 21st Century for this magazine.
Mass Production
A Death in the Desert : Investigators pieced together a horrible tale: Of a boy in agonizing pain taunted and accused of fakery, of freezing nights without food and blankets. After Bob and Sally Bacon buried their son, they got one more shock: Theirs was not the first child to die at a wilderness therapy camp. JOE MORGENSTERN, Joe Morgenstern is a journalist and screenwriter who lives in Santa Monica
BUSINESS
Accountants Take Wing as Investment Advisers RUSS WILES, RUSS WILES, a financial writer for the Arizona Republic, specializes in mutual funds
'Teetering' Social Security: Other Views
Lloyd's Losers Should Have Seen Risk
Was Chapter 9 Filing the Best Course for Orange County? : News analysis: The potential for adding a legal morass to the fiasco is large. MICHAEL A. HILTZIK and DEBORA VRANA, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
The Cheap Seats : Americans who like flying for peanuts are helping a new generation of low-cost carriers reshape the industry from the ground up. CHRIS WOODYARD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Insight : Whether in O.C. or D.C., Government Is Not Solely a Business JUDY B. ROSENER, JUDY B. ROSENER is a professor in the Graduate School of Management at UC Irvine. She is co-author of "Workforce America! Managing Employee Diversity as a Vital Resource."
The Cheap Seats : Americans who like flying for peanuts are helping a new generation of low-cost carriers reshape the industry from the ground up. CHRIS WOODYARD, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Three and a Third' Law Explained CARLA LAZZARESCHI
U.S. Responds to Latin America's Distress With Firm Self-Interest JAMES FLANIGAN
Sometimes a Stock's Payoff Is Found in the Perks KATHY M. KRISTOF
Krause's Appoints President; Optometry Board Gets New Member
Officials Warn of Big Losses Due to Cellular Phone Fraud From Reuters
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