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What happened on September 25, 1995
ENTERTAINMENT
O.C. THEATER REVIEW : 'Things You Don't Know': Like a Dull Night in Front of the TV By Jan Herman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
A Really Russian 'Ruslan' : S.F. Opera Stages First Authentic U.S. Performance of the Work By Martin Bernheimer, TIMES MUSIC CRITIC
Elton John Shines as a Favorite Son of L.A. at Hollywood Bowl By Robert Hilburn, TIMES POP MUSIC CRITIC
POP MUSIC REVIEW : Out of Church, but Still Sounding Joyful By Mike Boehm, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MOVIES Shelling Out the Shells: The Canadian-British film... By Beth Kleid, Arts and entertainment reports from The Times, national and international news services and the nation's press
POP MUSIC REVIEW : If You Want Oingo Boingo, Don't Look to Doug and the Mystics By Jon Matsumoto, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
WEEKEND REVIEW : Theater : Not Much Rings True in 'Things You Don't Know' By Jan Herman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
'Julie Newmar': Disguised Gay-Bashing or Artful Story? : Lighten Up: It's a Charming Fantasy By Donald Mackechnie, \o7 Donald MacKechnie is a writer, director and former staff producer, National Theatre of Great Britain\f7
'Julie Newmar': Disguised Gay-Bashing or Artful Story? : Thanks for Nothing, This Writer Says By Michael Kearns
What 'Kids' Leaves Out of the Picture By Stephen Knight, \f7 and \o7 Stephen Knight is a youth advocate who manages an educational, employment program for high-risk, homeless youths at the Los Angeles Free Clinic in Hollywood.
MUSIC AND DANCE REVIEWS : Hong Kong Philharmonic Debuts in U.S. By Daniel Cariaga, TIMES MUSIC WRITER
MUSIC AND DANCE REVIEWS : Davalos Addresses Adversity in Simple Way By Jennifer Fisher, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Milton Goes Straight to Heart and Allison Provides Gritty Vocals at House of Blues By Don Snowden
POP MUSIC REVIEWS : Wit and Charm Elevate Collins' Guitar-Pop By Steve Hochman
Japan Today Opens With Savage Satire By Kevin Thomas, TIMES STAFF WRITER
ART REVIEW : Helen Lundeberg's Quest for Purity, Reality, Illusion By William Wilson, TIMES ART CRITIC
Crowds, Skepticism Greet 'Showgirls' : Movies: Controversial NC-17 film about a nude dancer earns $8.3 million on opening weekend. But viewers find furor based more on hype than heat. By Robin Rauzi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Creative Minds Come Together in Portland : Ideas: Three-day seminar seeks to draw attention to Oregon's talent and coax brilliant people from a variety of fields to share thinking. By Shawn Levy, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
'Coast Guard'? 'Customs'? Let's Get Real By Howard Rosenberg
Violent 'Seven' Outdraws Sexy 'Showgirls' at Box Office : Movies: Action film with Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman is the all-time top-grossing September release. By Richard Natale, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Sunday is the deadline for applications for the Orange...
NEWS
TV Job Makes Film Work Look Great
BOOK REVIEW / FICTION : A Love That Takes Him to the Ends of the Earth : THE RIDERS, \o7 by Tim Winton\f7 ; Scribner; $20.95, 384 pages By Michael Harris, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Late-Summer Night's Dream : Italian Diva Cecilia Bartoli Keeps Concert-Goers, Dinner Guests Enthralled By Ann Conway
Smoking and Schmoozing : The Bond Among Smokers Inspires Them to Gossip, Confide, Even Cut Deals By Dennis Romero, TIMES STAFF WRITER
In the End, Her Car Went Quietly By Jack Smith
'You Have the Right to Remain Silent' : A videotape. A revolver. A jealous ex-boyfriend. All of this--and none of this--explains how a teen-ager from a family of selfless public servants came to be a suspect in a brutal robbery and a murder. By Frank Ahrens, THE WASHINGTON POST
Laugh Lines : Punchlines
COMMITMENTS : The Ups and Downs of Chatting in Elevators By Gene Weingarten, THE WASHINGTON POST
COMMITMENTS : Love and Laughter : Humor keeps long-term relationships fun--and spontaneous. It also offers a kind of intimacy that draws partners closer. By Paula Lynn Parks, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
McNamara on Cops
Classes for Prisoners
LAX Shuttle
TV Violence
Fighting in the Balkans
Water Filtration Project Bottled Up by Hillside Residents' Fight : Public utilities: Opposition has stymied the DWP's plan for a plant that would ensure purity of supplies in two reservoirs. Efforts to comply with a state order have dragged out over five years. By Jon D. Markman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment. : Access to Care Key Determinant in HIV Progression, Study Finds \o7 From Times staff and wire reports\f7
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment.
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment. : Taming Those Exam Jitters : An experimental computer test allows the students to control the level of difficulty. The result, experts say, is less anxiety and far more accurate scores. By Elaine Woo, TIMES EDUCATION WRITER
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment.
ROSH HASHANAH: The Jewish New Year began Sunday night with... By John Dart
WATERWORLD: Rebecca Gilman, 16, of Ventura swims six days... By Gregory W. Griggs
GROWING CONCERN: October is National Breast Cancer... By Jerry Hicks
Boat Carrying Singer Estefan Kills Jet Skier \o7 Reuters\f7
J.W. Tkach; Head of Worldwide Church of God By Peter Y. Hong, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Homemade Bomb Found at Detroit Newspaper Center \o7 Associated Press\f7
GOP Divided on Environmental Deregulation By Frank Clifford, TIMES ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTER
Impasse Puts Bosnia Peace Talks in Peril By Tracy Wilkinson and Stanley Meisler, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
NEWS ANALYSIS : Trial's Crucial Phase to Link High Drama, Logic : Simpson case: Theatrics expected in closing arguments. Both sides also must tie up complex evidence. By Henry Weinstein, TIMES LEGAL AFFAIRS WRITER
Navajos, FBI Now Trailing Crime Suspects Together : Justice: On nation's largest reservation, evidence quickly fades. Task force shares skills to solve felonies. By Louis Sahagun, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NEWS ANALYSIS : Mideast Pact May Presage More Difficulties By Marjorie Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COLUMN ONE : A Border Bottleneck Nightmare : Traffic has gone from bad to brutal as San Ysidro inspectors face a rise in legal and illegal crossings. Critics say problems hurt trade ties and show how close--yet how far apart--U.S. and Mexico really are. By Sebastian Rotella, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New Accord Expands Israeli Pullout, Palestinian Self-Rule : West Bank: Troops will leave hundreds of cities and towns, paving way for elections. Pact is second phase of process that began with Arab responsibility for Gaza Strip and Jericho. By Mary Curtius, TIMES STAFF WRITER
55 May Be the Law, but It's Not the Norm : Transit: Despite national move, O.C. isn't likely to see oft-ignored speed limits rise. By Martin Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Landfill Foes Say They've Been Dumped By Danica Kirka, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
U.S. Responds to Rising Threat of Counterfeiters By Ralph Vartabedian, TIMES STAFF WRITER
GOP's Rx for Medicare Is a Bitter Pill in O.C. : Health care: Republicans tell seniors that reform--and higher premiums--will sustain program, balance budget. By Gebe Martinez, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Emotional Scars Remain as Beirut Tries to Rebound : Mideast: Five years of peace have brought a veneer of normalcy. But city's glory is just a distant memory. By David Lamb, TIMES STAFF WRITER
County, State Inaction Set Stage for Clinton Plan : Politics: President is credited with rescuing health care system after supervisors, legislators representing same constituents could not agree on package. By Max Vanzi, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Wilson: Good on Paper, Bad at the Podium By George Skelton
Wilson Often Battled INS, Letters Show : Politics: The presidential candidate has targeted illegal immigration. But while a senator he opposed deportation of some workers and fought raids on state firms. By Paul Jacobs, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fringe Benefit : A workplace literacy program opens new doors for adults who can't read or write. By Renee Tawa, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Scam Said to Target Friars' Members : Crime: Lawyers say victims, who include other investors, may have lost hundreds of thousands of dollars each. Gardena company is under investigation. By Myron Levin, TIMES STAFF WRITER
French Teen Kills 12 People, Then Himself \o7 From Times Wire Services\f7
Waning Rebellion May Forever Stain Disputed Region of Northern India : Asia: New Delhi moves toward reconciliation in Jammu and Kashmir state. But its suppression of violent separatists has left millions traumatized. By John-thor Dahlburg, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Uncompromising Spirit on Welfare Reform Could Be the GOP's Undoing By Ronald Brownstein
Croatia to Return 100,000 Refugees to Bosnia \o7 From Reuters\f7
World IN BRIEF : TAIWAN : Former Dissident to Run for President From Times Wire Reports
World IN BRIEF : CHINA : U.S. Is Criticized for Supporting Tibet From Times Wire Reports
Welfare Reform Debaters Scout Out Middle Ground : Congress: House majority leader shows willingness to compromise on benefits to teen-age mothers. Flexibility on budget also emerges. By Glenn F. Bunting, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Clinton Affirms Diversity Before Jackson, Powell, Black Caucus \o7 From Associated Press\f7
Storage Complex Swept by Blaze
Boat Carrying Singer Estefan in Fatal Mishap \o7 Associated Press\f7
N.Y. Police Still Seek Leads in Jogger's Central Park Slaying \o7 From Associated Press\f7
BUSINESS
Capitalizing on Copper : Technology: Despite fiber optics craze, Tustin-based PairGain has niche in gadgets that enhance older telephone lines' conductivity. By Greg Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Maternity Benefits Do Not Cover Infertility Problems
A Heady Time for Mexican Brewers : Their Beers Gain in World Markets By Chris Kraul, TIMES STAFF WRITER
So, Your Company's About to Merge. . . : Consultants Offer Advice to Time Warner Chief as He Prepares for Deal With Turner By Scott Collins, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
For Japanese, Hawaii's Hottest Spot May Be a Discount Mall : Retailing: Other chains follow Costco in filling niche for bargain-hungry tourists. Local shoppers also benefit. By Evelyn Iritani, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Ted's Great Adventure By James Bates
New Spotlight On Small Business
The Business Week Ahead : ORANGE COUNTY Times Staff Reports
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ENTERPRISE : Firm Holds the Line, Resisting High-Tech Trends By Greg Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
New President for Kaufman & Broad Inland Empire Unit \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
The Business Week Ahead : SOUTHLAND Times Staff Reports
The Business Week Ahead : ORANGE COUNTY Times Staff Reports
The Business Week Ahead : SOUTHLAND Times Staff Reports
Health Care \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
Technology \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Aerospace \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Nasdaq Is Controlled by Traders, Report Says : Stocks: Executives from 18 big firms have repeatedly thwarted bids to change the market's operation, Rudman panel says. From Washington Post
Singapore \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Leighton & Associates Inc. Announces New Vice President
Japan \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
Vietnam \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
China \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
China \o7 Times Staff and Wire Reports\f7
CALIFORNIA | LOCAL
A Giant Step for LEARN Schools : Select L.A. campuses may be included in Supt. Eastin's innovative reform program
Free Flight or Free-for-All?
The Sorry State of the Great Outdoors : New revenues are vital to deteriorating federal park system
A Dwindling List of Options on Drugs : Latin America: It may be time for governments to declare victory over the cartels and end the costly and ineffective fight. By Jorge G. Castaneda, \o7 Jorge G. Castaneda is a visiting professor at Princeton University. He new book, "The Mexican Shock," will be published next month by The New Press\f7
The House Could Pick Our Next President : Politics: An unpopular Clinton, a Dole beholden to the religious right and a strong independent could force it. By James H. Weaver, \o7 James H. Weaver was a U.S. representative (D-Ore.) from 1975 to 1987\f7
PERSPECTIVE ON THE UNABOMBER : Declaring War on the Pursuit of Knowledge : This terrorist seeks to destroy the notion that human achievement can overcome the tyrannies of nature and chance. By Virginia I. Postrel, \o7 Virginia I. Postrel is editor of Reason, a political and cultural commentary magazine based in Los Angeles. She is writing a book on conflicting visions of the future, to be published by the Free Press\f7
ORANGE COUNTY PERSPECTIVE : Important Voice for Ethnic Harmony
Case Seeks to Put HMO Payment System on Trial : Medicine: Jury will be asked to decide if cost-conscious policies motivated medical office to delay woman from seeing specialist. By Paul Elias, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Making a Career of Numbers : Watchdog: Bill Korth, director of county Department of Weights and Measures, and his staff count such things as chocolate chips and tissues. By Andrew D. Blechman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Motorist Says Intersection Needs Arrow to Point the Way By Jeff Mcdonald, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Mission's Goal Is Teaching Clients to Be Self-Sufficient : Recovery: The 23-year-old Oxnard-based rescue organization helps the down-and-out get on their feet without taxpayer funding. By Miguel Bustillo, TIMES STAFF WRITER
PORT HUENEME : Maritime Days Bring the Old, New Together By David R. Baker
Man, 36, Jailed After Machete Attack By David R. Baker
Man's Body Found Near Wrecked Car By David R. Baker
Proposed Camping Ban Targets Homeless By Tracy Wilson
Gary Richard Gaddess; Financial Executive
On a Clear Day, Air Show Has Thunder and Lightning : Point Mugu: Ear-splitting jet noise and supersonic speed thrill a crowd of about 75,000 at the annual event. By Andrew D. Blechman, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Obituaries
Enjoying an Uncommon Fish Story : Nature: Thanks to warm ocean waters, yellowfin and skipjack are numerous along the Southern California coast. Pockets of the tuna are 20 miles offshore, bringing them within range of anglers on day boats. By David Reyes, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Investor Banks on Forgiveness : Topanga: Steve Carlson's family's earlier efforts angered many, but now he hopes the community will back his restaurant and proposed retail center. By Frank Manning, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Karate Style Inspired by Love of Nature, Culture, Aesthetics : Profile: Vietnamese \o7 quyen dao \f7 master Quoc Huy Ha's accomplishments have come despite adversity and loss. By John Pope, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Motorists Might Find Themselves on the Driving Range By David Haldane, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Equal Footing : Women Take to the Ice to Form Hockey League of Their Own in Anaheim By Greg Miller, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Convicted Spy Fights Deportation : Espionage: Woman who served prison sentence in Richard Miller case says she was forced to plead guilty. By Bettina Boxall, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Low-Income Rentals Threatened as Vote Looms in U.S. Senate : Housing: Affordable rents and efforts by tenants to own their buildings may hinge on fate of some federal subsidies. Los Angeles could be hit particularly hard. By Tim May, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
A Call to Action : Slain Child's Mourners Urged to Help Stop Violence By Jeff Leeds and Sonia Nazario, TIMES STAFF WRITERS
Task Force Begins Gang Crackdown : Police: Beefed-up patrols may have helped prevent any gang-related shootings, fights or crimes over the weekend. By Efrain Hernandez Jr., TIMES STAFF WRITER
It's a Far Cry From Arthur Murray By David Colker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Now Nonprofit Clinics Are Waiting to Be Bailed Out : Health: A federal plan will rescue many public centers from closure, but officials at sites that are caring for growing number of former county patients say they don't expect influx to end soon. By Lucille Renwick, TIMES STAFF WRITER
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment. : Skeleton of Biggest Predatory Dinosaur Found in Argentina \o7 From Times staff and wire reports\f7
Valleywide : Catalina Eddy Brings Cooler Temperatures By Ed Bond
Woodland Hills : Alcohol Awareness Seminar for Servers By Frank Manning
Tarzana : Golf Benefit Raises $35,000 for Children By Kay Hwangbo
Universal City : CityWalk Hard Rock Seeks Liquor Permit By Kay Hwangbo
Sherman Oaks : Neighbors Concerned About Mall Proposal By Kay Hwangbo
Sunland-Tujunga : New Branch Library to Open Saturday By Tim May
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment.
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment. : More Brain Damage Found Among Amateur Boxers \o7 From Times staff and wire reports\f7
SCIENCE FILE: An exploration of issues and trends affecting science, medicine and the environment. : Aid for Schizophrenics May Increase Their Abuse of Drugs \o7 From Times staff and wire reports\f7
Woodland Hills : Quake-Damaged Store to Celebrate Reopening By Frank Manning
IN PERSON : Patriarch's Memories Illuminate San Juan's Past By Jeff Bean, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
High-Profile Simpson Defense Goes High-Tech : Computers: At CSUN seminar, 'Dream Team' lawyers discuss their reliance upon--and struggles with--sophisticated electronics. By John Chandler, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Getting Past the Anger in Cypress Park By George Ramos
Tips Sought in Freeway Shooting of Boy, 12 By Paul Feldman, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Deregulation May Lead to Utility Mergers : Electricity: Glendale, Burbank and Pasadena are considering the merits of sharing power in the event that rates are forced lower. By Steve Ryfle, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Woman Pedestrian Killed by Car
Possible Arson Fire Chars 300 Acres
Sun Valley : 2 Parks to Use $2,300 to Help Local Youths By Ed Bond
PERSPECTIVE : Crisis Hot Lines Face Ongoing Fiscal Problem By Shelby Grad, SPECIAL TO THE TIMES
Gang Member Is Slain in Santa Ana
SPORTS
You Can Call It the Breakfast of Cowboys By Mal Florence
Earnhardt Wins, Narrows Gordon's Lead From Staff and Wire Reports
Mighty Ducks Stay Unbeaten Against the Rangers, Holding Them to 4-4 Tie By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Pro Football Spotlight : Without Instant Replay Coach Uses Instant Camera
PRO FOOTBALL : Raiders Get Mad, Then Rally to Defeat Eagles : Interconference: After spotting Philadelphia a 17-0 lead, Oakland scores two defensive touchdowns and records seven sacks in 48-17 victory. From Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL : Where Did These Rams Come From? : NFC: They have yet to commit a turnover this season and are 4-0 after beating Bears, 34-28. From Associated Press
Hampton's Rushing Marches Giants Past Saints, 45-29 From Associated Press
Cowboys Roll, 34-20; Smith Injures Elbow : NFC: Smith rushes for 116 yards, two touchdowns before leaving game because of injury as Dallas improves to 4-0. From Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL : Esiason, Jets Fumble One Away to Falcons, 13-3 From Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL : Former Ram Chandler Has Near-Perfect Day for Oilers From Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL : Browns Bounce the Chiefs : AFC: Byner helps knock an old friend, Schottenheimer, from unbeaten ranks. From Associated Press
Buccaneers and Dilfer Rebound From Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL : Steeler Miscues Hand Vikings a Victory From Associated Press
PRO FOOTBALL : Packers Stymie Jaguars From Associated Press
With Hearts Pounding, Rockies Beat Giants, Keep NL West Lead By Ross Newhan, TIMES STAFF WRITER
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Old Legs Make Astros Feel Young From Associated Press
Mariners Rally Late to Win, 9-8 From Associated Press
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Rotation Against Rockies Still Unsettled By Chris Baker
AMERICAN LEAGUE ROUNDUP : Difficult Finale for Mattingly From Associated Press
Chesnokov Staves Off Certain Defeat to Lead Russia to Davis Cup Final \o7 Associated Press\f7
A Singularly Strange Defeat for United States : Ryder Cup: Trailing, 9-7, Europe wins seven of 12 singles matches to take the trophy across the Atlantic. Faldo, Walton victories are key. By Thomas Bonk, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Chargers Show Some Defense : Pro football: They shut down Elway and defeat the Broncos, 17-6. By Bill Plaschke, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Martin's a Hero in U.S. Victory : Davis Cup: Filling in for injured Agassi, he clinches victory over Sweden and berth in final against Russia. By Bill Dwyre, TIMES SPORTS EDITOR
Dodgers Win, Switch Focus to Colorado : Baseball: Nomo unimpressive, but L.A. pulls out 6-2 victory to remain half a game behind NL West leaders. By Chris Baker, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Fasten Seat Belts: It's Going to Be a Rocky Series By Mike Downey
Little Ball Gives Angels a Big Boost : Baseball: DiSarcina bunt sparks them to 5-0 victory over Texas. Abbott's three-hitter ends nine-game losing streak. By Mike Digiovanna, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Splash Gets Wild-Card Spot With Victory Over Arizona
Notes on a Scorecard
Who Needs Football When There's Soccer? By T.J. Simers
Pro Football Spotlight : Without Instant Replay Coach Uses Instant Camera
Keyser Reaps Benefits of Good Health : Girls' tennis: Without her usual nagging injuries, Santa Margarita senior is tearing up competition. By Dave Mckibben, TIMES STAFF WRITER
Booth's Patience Pays With Trestles Victory : Surfing: Favorite from Laguna Beach waits for the right waves that help him come from behind to win Surfbout. By Erik Hamilton, TIMES STAFF WRITER
MIGHTY DUCK NOTEBOOK : Karpov's Confidence Gets Rolling Again By Robyn Norwood, TIMES STAFF WRITER
COMMENTARY : He's the Only Spark Left in Angels' Battery By Mike Penner, TIMES STAFF WRITER
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : AROUND THE MAJOR LEAGUES : Expos' Perez Remains in Police Custody \o7 Associated Press\f7
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Salmon Keeps Up Torrid Pace in Arlington By Mike Digiovanna
Baseball / Daily Report By Ross Newhan
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : DODGERS : Rotation Against Rockies Still Unsettled By Chris Baker
BASEBALL / DAILY REPORT : ANGELS : Salmon Keeps Up Torrid Pace in Arlington By Mike Digiovanna
Gullikson Makes Rare Appearance on the Champions Tour This Week By Bill Dwyre
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