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What happened on March 31, 1995
NEWS
Securities \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Flights of Fancy By Beverly Beyette, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Frolic in the Fast Lane With Nissan 200SX By Paul Dean, TIMES STAFF WRITER
LAUGH LINES : Jokes
THE GOODS : Cooking Tips From the Cooker By Lynn Simross, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Turning Out the Lights at Mirabella By Paul D. Colford, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; He is a columnist for Newsday
BOOK REVIEW / NONFICTION : No Punch Line to Cleese's Take on Life : LIFE And How to Survive It \o7 by Robin Skynner and John Cleese\f7 ; Norton $25, 424 pages By Alex Raksin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The Late Great Days of Chasen's By Rip Rense, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Shattered : We know all about Mike Tyson's release from prison--the limo, the mansion, the boxing prospects. But what about the woman he raped? Desiree Washington is still trying to pick up the pieces of her life. By Mitch Gelman, NEWSDAY
Vocal Motion : Brea-Olinda's Allison Koop Builds Her Life Around a Dream to Sing Opera By Rose Apodaca Jones, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
OC HIGH: STUDENT NEWS AND VIEWS : No Death Is an Isolated Incident : Suicide: Just as others touch our lives with their presence, so they do with their absence. There are lessons in the pain of loss. By Lauren Dunn, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Lauren Dunn is a senior at Lutheran High School of Orange County in Orange\f7
THE GOODS : The Good Will : A New Book Aims to Show How Proper Estate Planning Leaves Your Family Secure--Not at War By Connie Koenenn, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE GOODS : No, Rover Is \o7 Not \f7 Considered a Dependent : And to Save You More Time, Here Are the Answers to Other Tax Queries By Gary Libman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
OC HIGH: STUDENT NEWS AND VIEWS : There's Nothing Wrong With Customer Always Being Right By Christina Wu, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Christina Wu is a junior at Foothill High School in Santa Ana\f7
OC HIGH: STUDENT NEWS AND VIEWS : TV--Jeebies : OC High asks: What wouls life be without television?
OC HIGH: STUDENT NEWS AND VIEWS : exchanges : Natural Wonders Fill the Senses By Ross Weinberg
Costumes of the Rich and French By Betty Goodwin
Dividing Assets, Not Children By Connie Koenenn
Central Valley Water
Line-Item Veto
Judge Andrew Hauk
Russian Exhibit of 'Trophy Art'
Quote from Yeats
Gov. Wilson's Presidential Bid
'Star Trek' Series
In Defense of Permits for Concealed Guns
Cost of Schillo Office Is Too High
Masks Not Needed for Methyl Bromide
Judge's Action Not Trusting of Bench
Teaching About Sex in County's Schools
Dog Terrorism on Ventura Beachfront
U.S. Funds for Alameda Corridor Are in Jeopardy : Transit: More than $53 million appropriated over 13 years has not been spent and now Congress wants it back. Officials of the project, which would improve port-rail links, express surprise and say delays were inevitable. By J. Michael Kennedy, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Psychiatrist Calls Murder Suspect Mentally Ill : Crime: Court-appointed doctor says Donna Fleming, accused of tossing her two small sons off a Long Beach bridge, killing one, is unfit to stand trial. Arraignment is postponed so a second evaluation can be made. By Eric Slater, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Federal Subsidies
WASTING AWAY: By the end of this year, California's cities... By Debra Cano and Jerry Hicks and Vicky Clepper
Dollar Surges on Sudden German Interest Rate Cut By Tyler Marshall and Tom Petruno, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
BASEBALL FEVER: Radio stations that will broadcast... By Adrianne Goodman
HEADS UP: California flooding has raised prices for... By Jeff Schnaufer
\o7 Snapshots of life in the Golden State.\f7 : Judicial Panel Goes Out With Its Gavel Swinging By George Ramos
Betty Ebert Ragotzy; Actress, Theater Founder
Tom Bezzi; Playwright and Novelist By Myrna Oliver, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Paul Brinegar; Appeared in TV's 'Rawhide' By Myrna Oliver, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Panel Rejects Bill Establishing Right to Breast-Feed in Public By Jerry Gillam, Times Staff Writer
18 Miners Killed, 12 Hurt in Syrian Bus-Truck Collision Associated Press
Dollar Surges on Sudden German Interest Rate Cut By Tom Petruno and Tyler Marshall, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Public Safety Isn't Shielded From Cutbacks By Rene Lynch, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Haitians Harbor Mixed Feelings Over U.S. Efforts : Diplomacy: As Clinton prepares to hand off mission to U.N., islanders lament crime and unemployment. By Kenneth Freed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : The Women Who Run Juchitan : Matriarchy flourishes in this Mexican town where wives and mothers dominate economic and family life. Residents defend themselves against outsiders who dismiss their society as being \o7 machismo \f7 in reverse. By Juanita Darling, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Probe Finds Subway Deal Was Compromised : Transit: MTA officials shredded documents, leaked data on bidding and hid apparent misconduct, audit states. By Eric Lichtblau, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Specter Launches White House Bid, Assails Far Right By Robert Shogan, TIMES POLITICAL WRITER
Insurer Settles Bias Suit Filed by Black Homeowners By Judy Pasternak, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Judge Rejects Military's Policy on Treatment of Gays : Courts: N.Y. ruling in case of six service members cites free-speech, equal-protection violations. Decision puts the 'don't ask, don't tell' directives in jeopardy. By Richard A. Serrano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
In Death, Babies Touched Many Lives : Reaction: None in O.C. were more unsettled--and introspective--than those who found the tiny bodies. By Nancy Wride, TIMES STAFF WRITER
O.C. Services Sliced About 50%, Work Force 12% in New Budget : Recovery: Board OKs last-minute measures asked by Popejoy to create $19-million reserve fund. Sheriff, D.A. feel effects. Vasquez says expectations of citizens must change. By Jodi Wilgoren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Burundi Falls Victim to Its Violent History By John Balzar, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Simpson Prosecutors Shift Focus to Physical Evidence : Trial: Bitter debate on crucial DNA issues sets stage for the heart of their case. Testimony could begin today. By Jim Newton and Andrea Ford, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
O.C. Budget With Added Cuts OKd : Bankruptcy: Supervisors approve spending plan that will slice county services nearly in half and trim the work force 12%. By Jodi Wilgoren, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sales Tax Bill Benefits Firms That Overpay By Cynthia H. Craft, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wanted: Pen(itentiary) Pals : Relationships: Prisoners who place personal ads may be looking for love, or have darker motives. The women who answer are willing to take the risks. By Mark Sabbatini, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Workhorse Coast Guard Cutter Gets a Fond, Final Sendoff By Tina Nguyen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Orders Probe for U.S. Role in Guatemala Deaths : Intelligence: A watchdog panel is told to find out if CIA, other agencies are implicated in killings, or a cover-up. Several cases are cited. By Norman Kempster, TIMES STAFF WRITER
For Growing States, GOP Block Grants 'May Be a Trap,' Clinton Says By Paul Richter, TIMES STAFF WRITER
POLITICS : Fearing Worker Unrest, Unions Cancel Parade : Mexico's Labor Day march has traditionally been pro-government. But anger over economic crisis threatened to turn annual rite into a 'violent situation.' By Mark Fineman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
EDUCATION : S. Africa Students Say Colleges Failing Lessons of Democracy By Bob Drogin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Haiti Is Falling Short, Aristide Admits By Kenneth Freed, TIMES STAFF WRITER
No Word of AIDS, Fired Bishop Says Reuters
Pope's Encyclical Draws Cardinals' Praise By William D. Montalbano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Transport Workers Mount Paris Strike By Scott Kraft, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Russian Bad Boy Zhirinovsky Gets Promotion By Sonni Efron, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Israeli Official Says Crash May Have Been Accidental Associated Press
Japanese Police Seek Gunman Amid New Threats Times Wire Services
NATION IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON, D.C. : Senate OKs Plan for Logging Exemption From Times Staff and Wire Reports
House Approves Extending Self-Employed's Tax Break : Legislation: Bill would continue 25% deduction for health insurance costs. Senate Republicans, Democrats wrangle over spending cuts. By Michael Ross, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NATION IN BRIEF : WYOMING : Wolves Now Roam Freely at Yellowstone From Times Staff and Wire Reports
NATION IN BRIEF : PENNSYLVANIA : Man Indicted in Clinton Death Threat From Times Staff and Wire Reports
Blaze at New York's Fulton Fish Market Is Ruled an Arson Times Wire Services
Glickman Sworn In as Agriculture Secretary From Associated Press
Castro Believed JFK Slain in Conspiracy, FBI Files Show By Robert L. Jackson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Voucher Backer Confirmed by Senate From a Times Staff Writer
THE O.J. SIMPSON MURDER TRIAL : Throngs Force Limits on Parking at Murder Scene
INTO THE SPOTLIGHT / WENDY PUTMAN PARK : THE O.J. SIMPSON MURDER TRIAL : Limo Driver's Lawyer Also His Mother By Tina Daunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The O.j. Simpson Murder Trial
County May Ask Cities to Take Over Its Libraries : Cutbacks: Board tells Popejoy to study idea of dissolving the system. City officials are interested. By Shelby Grad, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THE O.J. SIMPSON MURDER TRIAL : Trial Highlights
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : State Funds Expected to Avert Worst of Cuts in Social Services : Recovery: The recently reached agreement calls for the infusion of $6.2 million. Child abuse program will benefit. By Jodi Wilgoren and Lisa Richardson, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : Bill Would Let State Loan County Up to $700 Million : Legislation: Assembly Democrat's 'backstop plan' would kick in if recovery measures such as proposed sales tax hike fail. Governor's office reacts coolly. By Eric Bailey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ORANGE COUNTY IN BANKRUPTCY : BOND TICKER : Panel Backs Appointed Officials
Rhymin' Roundup : The new style of cowboy poetry will be in the spotlight this weekend in Santa Clarita. By Patricia Ward Biederman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Bonus Round By Aaron Curtiss
VIDEO GAMES REVIEW / AARON CURTISS : Desert Duo Still on the Run By Aaron Curtiss
They're True to Their Roots : The Dave & Deke Combo mixes down-home charm with a vintage sound that eschews the modern style of many country and rockabilly artists. By Isaac Guzman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
End of an Era at Le Cafe : Special musical acts are planned for the nightspot's final month. The owners recall special nights and face the upcoming closure with mixed feelings. By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Zan Stewart writes regularly about jazz for The Times. \f7
Bringing a Heritage Full Circle : The popularity of powwows grows as part of a renewed appreciation for American Indian traditions. By Michael P. Lucas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dealing in Betrayal : Police officer's son produces a play concerning the FBI entrapment of an honest man who finally succumbs. By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 T.H. McCulloh writes regularly about theater for The Times. \f7
THEATER REVIEW : The Sad Side of Comedy : 'Lou's on First' at Group Repertory explores the real-life demons faced by the famed team of Abbott and Costello. By Ray Loynd, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Ray Loynd writes regularly about theater for The Times. \f7
From Fiberglass to Fingernails : Sculptor's show reflects her love of materials that she can sew, hammer and mold. By Nancy Kapitanoff, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Nancy Kapitanoff writes regularly about art for The Times. \f7
Strolling Through Academia : A visit to picturesque Glendale Community College offers hillside hikes, great views and a sure way to refresh campus memories. By John Morell, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 John Morell is a regular contributor to The Times\f7
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS : Staging Another Comeback : Last year the Northridge quake halted reopening of El Portal. After more repairs, a June debut has been set. By James E. Fowler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Valley Pop Music Charts
Saving on Scents : Duty Free offers a large variety of fragrances, even the newest names, at discounts from 15% to 80% off retail. By Geri Cook
For Kids : Not Just a Play on Words : The engaging, interactive approach of CD-ROM Spanish language programs is entertaining as well as motivating. Pronunciation gets corrected too. By Joyce Sunila, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Joyce Sunila is a frequent contributor to The Times\f7
Booming Noon and Night By Toby Oliver
News Bites By James E. Fowler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RESTAURANT REVIEW : Back to Cool : Eclectic Cafe features pizza and pasta and recalls a college hangout--with an arty twist. By Max Jacobson, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES; \o7 Max Jacobson reviews restaurants every Friday in Valley Life! \f7
ENTERTAINMENT
MOVIE REVIEW : Presidential Liaisons : Jefferson's Life and Loves Are at Heart of Merchant Ivory's Latest By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
TELEVISION Honoring Excellence: Among 31 winners of 1994... By Shauna Snow, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
MOVIE REVIEW : Giddy 'Bones' Probes Nature of Humor By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : Comic Book 'Tank Girl' an Arid Live-Action Film By Kenneth Turan, TIMES FILM CRITIC
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Tommy Boy' an Enjoyable, Rowdy Romp By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIE REVIEW : 'Heart' an Arty Crime Thriller By Peter Rainer, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TV REVIEW : Technology Helping People With Disabilities By Robert Koehler, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Some Starry-Eyed Idealism From Des'ree By Richard Cromelin, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
THE VAULTS / CD REISSUES : Winwood Set: Too Much Space to Post-'81 : STEVE WINWOOD "the finer things", \o7 Island\f7 ** 1/2 By Dennis Hunt
THE VAULTS / CD REISSUES : Jerry Lee Lewis, "Killer Country," Mercury. *** 1/2 By Robert Hilburn
THE VAULTS / CD REISSUES : Various Artists, "Cheatin': From a Man's Point of View" and "Cheatin': From a Woman's Point of View," Ichiban/Soul Classics. *** By Robert Hilburn
THE VAULTS / CD REISSUES : Jerry Vale, "Love Me the Way I Love You." Columbia Legacy. ** 1/2 By Dennis Hunt
National Video Rentals
Hanks for the Memory, and Lange Too : Home entertainment: The Oscar-winning actor and actress are well represented on video. By Dennis Hunt, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MUSIC REVIEW : Pianist Tahmizian in a Percussive Concert By Timothy Mangan
DANCE REVIEW : Ouch! Slam! It's the Mehmet Sander Troupe By Jennifer Fisher
ALBUM REVIEW / JAZZ : A Colorful Run Through Brazil : JOHN PATITUCCI, "Mistura Fina", \o7 GRP\f7 *** By Zan Stewart
A Batch of Reissues Sure to Tantalize By Zan Stewart, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Go-Go's 'Much Ado' Wants to Cut Loose By Scott Collins
All-Latino 'Mirandolina' Avoids Any Compromises By Philip Brandes
Dating Foibles of the 'Last Man' By Scott Collins
Two New One-Acts on Gay Themes By Philip Brandes
'Etta Jenks' Dulls Message on Porn By Scott Collins
Baroque Festival Set for June to Feature Music of Henry Purcell
An Il Forno but With a Different Name By Kathie Jenkins, TIMES STAFF WRITER
RESTAURANT REVIEW : At Trilogy, Problems Occur in 3s By Michelle Huneven, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Music Review : Restrained Cleve Exacts Precision By Susan Bliss, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Family : Aesop: Turning the Fables, Making Them Shine Again By Corinne Flocken, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Theater Review : 'Assassins' ' Problems Are Bigger Than Cypress By T.H. Mcculloh, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Barclay to Present Dance Series
Pyramid Power : Pop music: Anaheim resident Will Glover, whose band had a hit with 'Penetration,' has tales to tell of surf music's heyday, though now his heart's in country. By Jim Washburn, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Arts Committee Urges Public-Private Support : Amid Talk of Federal Cuts, President's Panel Visits L.A. in Series of Events to Promote Cooperation By Diane Haithman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
And the Criticisms Are . . . : Movies: In light of the 'Hoop Dreams' Oscar controversy, the academy will take a look at the documentary selection process. Foreign film rules have also drawn fire. By Elaine Dutka, TIMES STAFF WRITER
TV Law: In Light of the Simpson Trial By Howard Rosenberg
Hermitage Tries a Western Idea to Cash In on Exhibition : Art: Expecting high foreign attendance at 'Treasures,' museum plans sales reminiscent of special patron benefits. By Christopher Knight and Carol J. Williams, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
To Announcers, It Still Is Baseball : Television: They say they will continue to put the game in the best possible light. Former players Rick Monday and Ken Brett have no qualms about broadcasting. By Jerry Crowe, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Universal '95 Tickets Go on Sale Sunday : Attractions: A Motown reunion, 'Jesus Christ Superstar' and Latin-oriented shows are part of the Universal City facility's lineup. By Steve Hochman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BUSINESS
Pharmaceuticals \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Autos \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Blue Chips Post 3rd Record High as Rate Cut Fuels Rally in Dollar From Times Wire Services
Company Town : 3 at Samuel Goldwyn Get New Positions
Company Town : Time Warner Investors Do Slow Burn By James Bates
Company Town : VIDEO FACTS
Company Town
FCC Orders Cut in Call Access Fees : Telecom: Baby Bells must reduce by $1 billion a year what they charge long-distance phone carriers. Critics are unhappy. By Jube Shiver Jr., TIMES STAFF WRITER
Company Town : Sony Thinks Big : Company Has Mainstream Plans for Giant-Screen Films By Karen Kaplan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
NEWS ANALYSIS : Detroit's Big 3 Accelerate Effort to Compete in Japanese Market By Donald W. Nauss, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Whiz Kid's Challenge: Steer German Phone Company Into Future : Communications: He faces a daunting task in directing the bloated, state-owned giant onto the information superhighway. By Tyler Marshall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Coming Sunday
Baseball Stations Fall Behind in Count By Thomas S. Mulligan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Merger Talks Point Up Role of Bureaucrat : Health: Deals involving four medical care companies must get OK from Corporations official. By David R. Olmos, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Deal Would Create a Generic-Drug Giant : Mergers: Watson's proposed acquisition of Circa is valued at $600 million. It's the latest in a series of such unions. By Jesus Sanchez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SEC Settles With Two Former L.A. Gear Execs By Denise Gellene, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Compaq Chooses NexGen as Chip Supplier in Slap at Intel From Reuters
Aerospace \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
House Foes Fail to Force Debate on Aid to Mexico : Foreign relations: The U.S. loan package remains in committee. The tone of the Senate debate shows the issue is losing steam. By James Gerstenzang, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Banking & Finance \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Other News \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Other News \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Other News \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Other News \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Other News \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Company Town Annex \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Company Town Annex \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Securities \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
FINANCIAL MARKETS : Blue Chips Hit Another Record as German Cut Boosts Dollar From Times Staff and Wire Services
Kit Detects Trace Amounts of Drugs
Anheuser-Busch to Unveil Even Lighter Beer...
FTC Charges Deceptive Marketing at Wine Exchange: The...
Mattel Settles False Advertising Charge: Toy maker Mattel...
Starbucks to Begin Testing Cold Coffee: Specialty coffee...
GOP Plan to Cut Grants Seen as Another Blow to High-Tech Research : Technology: Private investors should decide what warrants funds, Republicans say. Beneficiaries such as O.C.'s Aesthetic Solutions defend federal program. By Ross Kerber, TIMES STAFF WRITER
U.S. Facilities' Bid Rejected Again: Medical insurance...
Comprehensive Care Seals Bigger Deal: Comprehensive Care...
ICN Pharmaceuticals Inc.: The Costa Mesa drug company said...
Ex-Honda Executive Testifies Boss Took Bribes From Reuters
Mobile Home Rent Measure Is Assailed : Housing: Residents group rolls out campaign to oppose initiative that would replace state rent control laws with assistance for needy. By Hope Hamashige, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
State Farm Moving 500 to 600 Jobs Out of Costa Mesa : Employment: Office complex payroll will drop 60%. Many of those affected will transfer to Bakersfield. By John O'Dell, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Koll Gets Property Index, Cash Management Services
$18-Million Loss Reported by Koll Real Estate Group
Cybernetics Tells of Layoffs, CEO Resigning By Ross Kerber, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Regency Health Services Inc.: The Tustin operator of...
Comarco Inc.: The Yorba Linda provider of wireless...
OptimumCare Corp.: The Laguna Niguel provider of...
Handy Tools Help Users Navigate the World Wide Web : Computers: Browser software aids in the search through vast amounts of data and in pinpointing specific information. By Michelle V. Rafter, REUTERS
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
Lofty Papal Thoughts and the Struggles With Real Life By Dana Parsons
This one's on us, Frank: "I live on a small Danish island... By Steve Harvey
City Council Hopefuls Pass Up Offer From the Religious Right
Services Set for Wendell T. Hill Jr. By Lisa Richardson, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries
Weird Timing in Sacramento : As Orange County approves tax vote, Senate panel hurls a takeover threat
Feuer: Vital Voice for the 5th District : Political newcomer merits City Council seat
MULTICULTURAL MANNERS : Splashy Start to Cambodian New Year By Norine Dresser, \o7 Norine Dresser is a folklorist and author of "I Felt Like I Was From Another Planet," (Addison Wesley). Tell her your experiences c/o Voices. \f7
John Paul II Reinforces the First Human Right: to Live : Abortion: The new encyclical shows that respect for every life is essential to civil liberty. By George Weigel, \o7 George Weigel is president of the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington. \f7
CALIFORNIA COMMENTARY : A Bittersweet Holiday for Chavez : The union he founded is scoring gains, but the winter storms have left thousands of farm workers in dire straits. By Don Villarejo, \o7 Don Villarejo is executive director of the California Institute of Rural Studies in Davis. \f7
MODEST PROPOSAL : Time to Try Pay-to-Drive
GRIPE : Loving Nature, Until the Mud Comes : Individualists who demand to live on the bluff or beach sing a new tune when disaster strikes. By Anthony Garavente, \o7 Anthony Garavente lives in Los Angeles. \f7
Lobbyist Pushed as Finalist for Top County Job : Government: Some supervisors say Penny Bohannon should not have been eliminated from consideration as chief administrator. By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Winds Stir Up Trouble for Allergy Patients : Health: Sufferers should brace for a 'very bad season,' Thousand Oaks doctor warns. By Ira E. Stoll, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
County to Consider Cutbacks in Health Care, Social Services By Carlos V. Lozano, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Man Pleads Not Guilty in Sex Assaults : Ojai Valley: An April 25 preliminary hearing is scheduled for Kevin Richard Malone, 37. He is accused of 25 felony charges. By Barbara Murphy, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
VENTURA : City Gives $20,000 for Community Park By Lisa M. Bowman
OXNARD : Bar Owner Indicted in Tax Fraud Case By Miguel Bustillo
PORT HUENEME : Harbor Expects Record 35 Ships This Month By Lisa M. Bowman
VENTURA : First 'Renaissance' Trees Taking Root By Jeff Mcdonald
OXNARD : Record Numbers at Homeless Shelter By Christina Lima
OXNARD : Youth Club Launches Carnival at Mall By Miguel Bustillo
VENTURA : Pier to Reopen With a Celebration By Barbara Murphy
WESTLAKE VILLAGE : Fund-Raising Run to Assist Seniors By Lisa M. Bowman
United Way Extends Deadline for Funds By Lisa M. Bowman
MOORPARK : Forensic Team Going to National Meet By Christina Lima
Orange County Almanac
Storch Honored as a Judge of the Year By Barbara Murphy
2 Waiting Lists Offered for Housing By Julie Fields
ELECTIONS / THOUSAND OAKS COUNCIL : 'Citizens to Save Our City' Group to Stay Out of Candidate's Campaign By Mary F. Pols, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Obituaries : * Robert E. Phillips; Wrote Book About WWII
Obituaries
Cutter's Last Stand : Ship: The Coast Guard's Point Divide is decommissioned after 32 years of service. Crew members bid a fond farewell. By Tina Nguyen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Police Attack Laguna Slaying Suspect's Alibi : Investigation: They question credibility of claims man was in Oregon at time of robbery spree. By Greg Hernandez and Ken Ellingwood, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Emu Owner Sues His Insurer When Claim Doesn't Fly By Mark I. Pinsky, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Some Things in the Air : Weather: Santa Ana winds hit 40 m.p.h, knocking out power, spreading embers and aggravating allergies. Fire danger high. By Mark I. Pinsky and Martin Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Man Suspected of Pirating Boat Is Fished From Sea By Ching-ching Ni and Michael Granberry, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Villa Park : Council Opposes Any Measure A Litigation By Bill Billiter
Countywide : Services Set for Two Doctors Killed in Crash By Alan Eyerly
ORANGE : Show's Star Brightens Day for Kids in Hospital By Lesley Wright
Countywide : 200 Disabled People Due to Get Hepatitis A Vaccine By Julie Marquis
FULLERTON : District Settles Sex-Harassment Lawsuit By Yvette Cabrera
Volunteers
ANAHEIM : Deal OKd to Ensure Fry's Store Opening By Greg Hernandez
FULLERTON : Public Workshop to Focus on Water Rates By Mimi Ko
Orange : Colleges Keep Control of Adult Education
SOUTH COUNTY : Marines Get Close-Up of Driving Tragedy By Jeff Bean
LAGUNA BEACH : Crime Dropped 17% in 1994, Report Finds By Leslie Earnest
HUNTINGTON BEACH : Coalition Seeks to Save Bunker at Wetlands By David Haldane
IRVINE : Investment Report to Be Released Today By Russ Loar
NEWPORT BEACH : Police Check Crash of Cab That Injured 3 By Steve Scheibal
COSTA MESA : OCC's Pep Squad Wins Statewide Competition
HUNTINGTON BEACH : City Marks Funds for Bankruptcy Counsel By Debra Cano
IRVINE : 'Castle' Owners Given Time to Meet Code By Russ Loar
Ex-Tustin Doctor to Stand Trial Again for Mail Fraud : Courts: Jurors recently split 10-2 in favor of conviction, resulting in mistrial. Ivan C. Namihas is accused of billing for unnecessary treatments. By Susan Marquez Owen, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Conference to Explore Jewish and Contemporary Law : Study: The gathering, which begins today, will review Talmudic tradition and modern legal systems. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia is keynote speaker. By Mark I. Pinsky, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Families Suing Nursing Home in Death of 2 Patients : Courts: They contend neglect at Town and Country Manor prolonged suffering of an elderly man and woman. The Santa Ana facility says it provided proper care. By Lisa Richardson and Julie Marquis, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Boy, 2, Dies in Garage Accident
Information Opinions on Today's Topics : School Meal Funding: Food for Thought By Maki Becker, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
L.A. City, County Back Bid to Ease Rules on Sewage By Frank Clifford, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL WRITER
Monument in the Image of 'the Emperor' : Tribute: A huge artwork honors the late Gilbert Lindsay, who was a powerful player on the City Council for 27 years. By Larry Gordon, TIMES STAFF WRITER
The 911 Academy Awards : Dispatchers: Those who kept their cool on the phone while helping to save lives in emergency situations are honored by their colleagues. By Paul Feldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ah-Choo! : Quake Damage, Winds and Rain Fuel Hay Fever Epidemic in Southland By Martha L. Willman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BRENTWOOD : Arraignment Set for Man Blamed in O'Connor Suicide
6 Hurt in Fire at Oil Refinery in Wilmington By James Benning, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SAN PEDRO : Fund Started to Aid Family of Police Crash Victims
PASADENA : Wreckage May Be Plane Piloted by Doctor
SAN GABRIEL : Man Convicted of Shooting 3 Women Who Refused Sex
DOWNTOWN : Slum Charges Are Filed Against 2 Hotel Owners
STUDIO CITY : Man Pleads No Contest to Price Gouging Charges
LOS ANGELES : Robbery Suspect Arrested Aboard Bus Downtown
SOUTH-CENTRAL : Man Held in Slaying of Church Volunteer
COMPTON : Informant Sues City Over His Mother's Death
Rights Are Rights, Even in Khaki : Court denounces 'don't ask, don't tell' rule on gays in the military
SPORTS WATCH : Play Ball, Please!
Suit May Set Quake Law Precedent : Courts: Judges will hear appeal by woman, 71, whose bank refuses her access to cash from insurance claim. By Isaac Guzman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Something in the Air : Quake's Mold, Rain's Pollen Breed High-Intensity Allergies By Martha L. Willman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Street Vendors Caught in Catch-22 : Business: The city's first group of trainees remains subject to fines until legal selling districts are established. By Tim May, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
GLENDALE : Plans for Sports Park Bring Mixed Reactions By Steve Ryfle
RESEDA : Computers Aid Anti-Graffiti Pilot Program By Frank Manning
CANOGA PARK : Police Seek Driver Who Fled Accident By Nicholas Riccardi
GLENDALE : Haircut Fest Will Help Fight AIDS By Steve Ryfle
PANORAMA CITY : Spelling Bee Brings Youngsters Together By Michael Arkush
VAN NUYS : New Farmers Market to Aid Senior Groups By Ed Bond
Chief Williams Visits School for Questioning By Lucille Renwick
STUDIO CITY : Store Manager Guilty of Price Gouging By Michael Arkush
United Chambers Gives Service Awards By Ed Bond
Wreckage Believed to Be Missing Plane By Jeannette Desantis, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ELECTIONS / L.A. CITY COUNCIL 5TH DISTRICT : Opponents Rap Yaroslavsky for Skipping Forum By Hugo Martin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
3-Year-Old Run Over by Car May Have Gotten It Moving, Police Say
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : Body Is Found in Remote Area
Santa Clarita / Antelope Valley : City Installs Hot Line to Report Racist Incidents : Bias: Human relations task force responds to white supremacist brawls and the appearance of hate literature. By Douglas Alger, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
SOUTH-CENTRAL : Police Name Suspect in Slaying of Evangelist
LA MIRADA : Chevron Unit Settles in Contamination Case
SPORTS
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S FINAL FOUR : Harrick Is Most Unusual : Final Four: UCLA coach is a first-time participant at 56 years old, but none of the schools are without titles. From Associated Press
Uncertainty the Name of This Game : Labor: 'It's 50-50' that replacement baseball will start on time Sunday. From Associated Press
Ferree Leads, but Big Three Have a Nice Day : Senior golf: Nicklaus and Player two shots back at Tradition after 69s. Palmer at 71. By Dan Hafner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Another Sign That the End Is Coming By Mal Florence
Is Coach K Feeling OK Now? Yes He Is By Larry Stewart
AMERICA'S CUP : No Decision on Status of Conner's Stars & Stripes By Dave Distel, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
BOXING / CHRIS DUFRESNE : Calling King 'the Greatest,' Tyson Gives Him New Life By Chris Dufresne
Three Title Fights at Pond Tonight : Boxing: Gonzalez headlines pay-per-view card that is expected to draw 12,000. By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NHL ROUNDUP : There's No Killing the Penalty for Islanders in Loss to Bruins From Associated Press
Corkum Regains Old Pop for Ducks : Hockey: Struggling center scores twice, and Hebert makes 26 saves in 3-1 victory over Winnipeg. By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE NATION : UMass Assistant Bayno Gets UNLV Job \o7 Associated Press\f7
Drexler Is Difference Against Clippers : Pro basketball: Houston guard scores 41 points, grabs 18 rebounds in 108-96 victory. By Chris Baker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NBA ROUNDUP : Mavericks Going From Famine to Feast From Associated Press
THOROUGHBRED RACING / BILL CHRISTINE : Coin Was Heads, so She Got Foal With 3 White Feet: Secretariat By Bill Christine
. . . .Two "names" on hand, defending champion Ben... \o7 From Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Lewis (64) Leads at New Orleans From Staff and Wire Reports
Two Goals Are Relief for Corkum, Big Boost for Ducks : Hockey: Center, who had scored only three goals this season, gets two in 3-1 victory over Winnipeg. By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE PREPS : TRACK AND FIELD ROUNDUP : Parks' Jumps Help El Toro Defeat Santa Margarita
THE PREPS : BOYS' TENNIS ROUNDUP : Foothill Handles No. 4 Villa Park
The Preps : Boys' Tennis Roundup
Sloppy Moorpark Beats Valley, 11-9 By Fernando Dominguez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chatsworth Conditioned for Victory By Michael Lazarus, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Kennedy Celebration After Win Unrivaled By Michael Weinreb, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Alemany No Match for Powerful Loyola By Mike Bresnahan, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Thousand Oaks Vaults Past Marmonte Rivals By John Ortega, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pioneers Strike It Rich on Mound With Diamond in Rough
PREP ROUNDUP : Trabuco Hills Golfers Knock Off San Clemente
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Cal Lutheran Rolls Over Azusa Pacific
COLLEGE DIVISION NOTEBOOK / MARTIN BECK : SCC Having Fun, Winning Games By Martin Beck
COMMUNITY COLLEGE ROUNDUP : Zuniga's RBIs Help Dons Top Orange Coast By Steve Kresal
Community College Roundup
COLLEGE ROUNDUP : UC Irvine Moves to Semifinals of Tournament
Trippet Makes a Winning Switch By Jason Reid
Fortune Makes Quick Work of Brinson in Heavyweight Bout By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP : Homer Goes a Long Way Toward Taft Victory
Lebeau Shows Small Stature Is No Roadblock : Hockey: Center, who helped Canadiens win Stanley Cup in 1993, is one of the Ducks' top scorers. By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S FINAL FOUR : 17-Year Focus : After an Absence That Included Trials and Tribulations at Kentucky, Eddie Sutton Is Back By Mark Heisler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S FINAL FOUR : Man of the Moments : Tyus Edney, the Bruins' Little Leader, Has Made the Biggest Plays of the Tournament By Tim Kawakami, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S FINAL FOUR : Final Four Last Word in Sports By Mike Downey
Baseball Gets Close to a Deal--Maybe : Labor: Fehr seems optimistic, Selig is more low key as opener is only days away. By Ross Newhan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / NCAA MEN'S FINAL FOUR : COLLEGE BASKETBALL / GENE WOJCIECHOWSKI : How Two Athletes Survive By Gene Wojciechowski
Smart--and Smarter : In Only 14 Games, Capitals' Jim Carey Has Become NHL's Leading Goalie By Helene Elliott, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Sampras and Agassi Team Up for U.S. : Tennis: The two top-ranked players lead strong contingent against Italy in Davis Cup. By Julie Cart, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COMMENTARY : Memo to Starks, Oakley: Ewing Needs Help By Mike Lupica, NEWSDAY
3 Pepperdine Players Leaving Over Conflicts With Coach By Rob Fernas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLLEGE BASKETBALL / DAILY REPORT : FINAL FOUR : In Bruins' World, They're Not Worthy By Tim Kawakami
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL / NCAA FINAL FOUR NOTES : Attendance Separates Haves From Have-Nots By Earl Gustkey, TIMES STAFF WRITER
THE PREPS : High Interest Rate : Hochgesang Signed With Stanford, but Scouts Aren't Giving Up By Mike Terry, TIMES STAFF WRITER
California Dreaming : Shockey Comes Home to Big A--but Stay Might Be Brief By Mike Hiserman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Dodger-Angel Rivalry Picks Up Not Quite Where It Left Off By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
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