- Nation IN BRIEF : WASHINGTON : House Votes Funds for Welk Birthplace
- GULF WATCH: Day 82 : A daily briefing paper on developments in the crisis : Hostage Front:
- Bush OKs Repairs for Kennedy Center
- Photo Essay : An Ancient Land Opening Its Doors
- 4 Israelis Hurt, Arab Killed as Attacks Continue
- NATION : Mother Locked Child in Trunk
- Board to Consider Pay Raises for 50
- Supervisor Hahn Goes Home From Hospital
- COLUMN ONE : Still, Tales of Torture in S.Africa : Even as the government embraces reform, civil rights lawyers say, police have brutalized hundreds of black activists in custody. Some have died.
- Marjorie MacTaggart; Retired School Secretary
- Woo Criticized Over Project in Hollywood Hills : Development: Some homeowners question the councilman's action in obtaining an exemption from the Mulholland plan for a campaign contributor.
- Rival Koreas Face Off on Soccer Field
- Superior Industries Posts 25% Profit Rise
- Loral to Sell 49% Stake in Ford Division : Aerospace: The $182-million deal with three European firms would create one of the world's largest commercial satellite businesses.
- Puerto Rico Plant Shut by Pacific Scientific
- $31 Million Sought From CenTrust's Ex-Chief : S&Ls;: Regulators act to recover funds they say David Paul misused at the failed Miami thrift. They denounce his 'insatiable vanity and greed.'
- WORLD : Cousin of Drug Ring Boss Killed
- California IN BRIEF : SAN DIEGO : Campaign to Alert Public to Rail Peril
- Fifth Chess Game Ends in Draw; Kasparov Now Leads Karpov 3-2
- Tremor Rattles Iran Area Stricken by June Quake
- Home at Last : 'Beyond Shelter' Program Wages War on Homelessness by Providing Families Long-Range Housing Alternatives
- Nation IN BRIEF : ILLINOIS : Justice Halts Work on Nov. 6 Ballots
- Panel May End Action Against 2 of 'Keating 5' : Ethics: A special council's study reportedly calls for dropping proceedings against Sens. Glenn, McCain stemming from the S&L; scandal.
- Insider : Tallying Contributions to the U.S. Gulf-a-Thon : Officials won't say exactly how much was pledged after Baker and Brady went knocking on allies' doors. Most donations have arrived in forms other than cash.
- LOCAL ELECTIONS: PROPOSITIONS : Card Club Backers Raise the Ante in West Hollywood
- Tapes: Medicine in the Message?
- HUNTINGTON BEACH : Planners Urging Pierside Cutback
- Hard-Liners in China Vow to Carry On Fight
- Seawalls Get Council Approval : Guidelines: Newport Beach comes up with new rules on encroachment by beachfront homeowners into public beach.
- PRO FOOTBALL REPORT : AROUND THE NFL : Saints' Hilliard Suffers Knee Injury
- LaQuan Beckton
- Music Reviews : 'Night': Avant-Garde Vocals at Sonic Series
- A Veteran of Tough Times and Tough Films
- Rexon Expects 52% Rise in Profits for Quarter
- US West Signs Soviet Phone Venture: The...
- 5 Are Sentenced in Metals Scam Based in O.C.
- Consolidated Freightways Inc.: The Menlo Park, Calif.-based...
- Profile : Turkey's First Lady Has a Few Ideas of Her Own : Semra Ozal flouts tradition. Reports say she may run for prime minister. Whether hated or loved, she's a key figure in a battle between political extremes.
- World IN BRIEF : EL SALVADOR : Government Threat Ignored by Strikers
- Speaking of: : Presidential Roadshows
- Conferees Move to the Brink of a Budget Deal
- Water Conservation Rises but Is Still Short of Goal
- First Shipments of Sewage Sludge Arrive : Antelope Valley: Los Angeles begins trucking the material to a farm near Lancaster, where a city-hired contractor will use it to fertilize alfalfa and sod.
- Film Insults Faith, Say Rastafarian Protesters
- Joyce Cruz
- Bengals Good Enough to Stop Browns
- PREP POLLS
- Rangers' Turcotte Extends Streak, 5-1
- Top Gun NBC Seeks New Ammo in Ratings War : Televison: With sweeps week looming, the network pulls out a Larry King variety show and adds guest stars to 'Fresh Prince.'
- POP MUSIC REVIEW : Earthworks Mixes Up Best of Both Worlds
- * Frank Bluestein was named to the...
- Bankers Trust New York Corp.: The New...
- Campbell Sells Nissan Agency as Sales Slow
- Gensia Will Acquire Irvine Drug Developer
- California IN BRIEF : SAN JOSE : Students Suspected in Dormitory Fire
- CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS / GOVERNOR : Feinstein Says Wilson Demeans Her
- Mexico Braces for Storm
- Israeli Peace Activists Forced to Retreat Under a Barrage From Angry Rightists : Mood: It's been a year of distress for those who favor conciliation. Recent events have put the left on ever more slippery ground.
- Props. 131, 140 Could Turn Capitol Into Political Lab : Politics: State measures to limit terms and restrict campaign fund raising would have a profound effect.
- PROPOSITIONS 126 and 134 : Loophole Lets Alcohol Industry Hide Its Role in Ads
- PROPOSITIONS 131 and 140 : Ad Attacks Term-Limit Initiatives
- IN LOS ANGELES : Charter Anomalies
- Man to Serve 45 Months for Fraud
- It's the social gaffe of the season,...
- LAGUNA BEACH : Kenney Prepares to Retire From Council
- Tax the Rich? It Will Only Hurt Others, They Believe
- Piecemeal Fixes or Revamp the System? How I'd Make Schools Work : Begin with statewide early childhood programs and smaller class sizes. Funding is a No. 1 priority.
- San Diego
- Douglas Weighs In on Question of Condition : Boxing: The champ says he's in top shape despite reports that he may be packing too many pounds.
- Villa Park Defeats El Toro in Water Polo
- THE SIDELINES : Fur Flies Over La Russa Ad
- Pitcher Rob Dibble of the Cincinnati Reds...
- Holyfield Provides a Touch of Class : Boxing: He retained his dignity through Olympic disappointment and lost millions in Tokyo. Now he has to overcome a bigger opponent.
- SHORT TAKES : Updike Lukewarm on Hollywood
- ART REVIEWS : 'Wrapped in Glory': Folk-Style Images on Quilts
- Acting for Real Life : Stop-Gap Seeks Expressive People to Assist With Drama-Therapy Workshops
- For Love or Fun : Belligerent, Bizarre and Lascivious Come Courting for 'Love Connection'
- VOICES
- Defiant Iraqi Ship Dumps Prohibited Cargo at Sea : Embargo: The vessel ignored warning shots in an earlier confrontation. This time, it's permitted to sail on to Yemen.
- Grim Look at Effects of Drug Abuse
- Antonio Loya; Co-Owner of Insurance Agency
- Child's Interest Is Paramount : Judge makes a wise decision in Orange County surrogateship case
- Garden Grove Man Crushed
- Tekelec Says 3rd-Quarter Profit Increased 74%
- Martin Lawrence Income Down 57% for Quarter
- SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY : Archive Corp. Grants Patent Royalty License to Japan Competitor
- Nintendo to Ease Manufacturing Rules: Nintendo of...
- Independence Bank Says 3rd-Quarter Profit Down
- Higher R&D; Costs Keep Net Earnings Down at Beckman
- It's Water Over the Dam, but Letter Is Still Amusing
- Troops on Alert in Philippines as Strike Looms
- Embassy Gets an Angry Letter From Hostages
- Top Women and Their Distinct Style : Workplace: Unlike men, women bosses are more willing to share information and power, a new study says. Those traits may serve them well as executives in the '90s.
- Environment : In the Amazon, Forest and Farmers Have to Get Along : To save Brazil's tropical wilderness, experts say, alternatives are needed to destructive farming methods. They believe the region can be profitable and preserved.
- Balloon Catheter Technique May Help Infertile Women
- He Tames Black's Beach Bluff Into 'Steve's Trail'
- Reactionaries Keep Up Masquerade as Conservatives in O.C. Elections
- Metzger Must Pay $5 Million in Rights Death
- Rep. Lukens Target of New Sexual Misconduct Charges
- ANAHEIM : 3 Chances to Meet Council Candidates
- CONEJO GRADE : 3 Injured in Crash on Ventura Freeway
- They Squeeze the Most Out of Racing Luck : Breeders' Cup: When Go for Wand takes on Bayakoa in the Distaff, her trainer will be under the owner's muddy spell.
- SHORT TAKES : 'Adam-12' Voice Leaves LAPD
- SHORT TAKES : Guitarist Lee Ritenour Weds
- STAGE REVIEW : Funky, Ghostly Gathering at 'Waterin' Hole'
- EPA Draws Fire Over Proposal to Limit Smog : Pollution: State and local authorities say the plan does not do enough to meet federal clean air standards.
- Aztecs' Center Is Hurt Again
- Gibson, Strawberry File for Free Agency : Baseball: Both outfielders may opt to play closer to home. Twenty-one players have filed so far.
- Man of Steel Pops Question : Superman Finally Will Wed Lois Lane
- Actor's Illness Cancels a 'Sweet Sorrow' Show
- O.C. THEATER : Grove Donor Says 'Anger' Spurred Gift : Anonymous benefactor tells of her passion for theater and frustration with government.
- Music Reviews : A Compelling 'St. Matthew' at Bach Festival
- Disney, Japan Investors Join in Partnership : Movies: Group will become main source of finance for all live-action films at the company's three studios.
- St. Ives Finds New Package Is a Washout : Marketing: The Chatsworth producer of shampoos and conditioners learns that its customers like the old style better.
- Benetton, Now 25, Wants to Be Bigger Yet
- Union Carbide Corp.: The chemicals and plastics...
- EARNINGS : RJR Nabisco Cuts Loss Margin
- Electronics Firms Looking for the Write Stuff : Consumers: Manuals that read like a foreign language to millions of Americans are being rewritten with 'techno-dolts' in mind.
- Glenfed Says Net Income Dipped 10% in 1st Quarter
- By Keeping the Consumer Guessing, Teaser Ads Flirt With Danger
- Senate Rejects Ban on Mine Land Sales
- Digital's Line to 'Talk' to Rivals' Computers : Technology: The company is abandoning its strategy of making models that are incompatible with other lines. Sales have been lagging.
- Ford Workers OK Contract: Ford workers approved...
- Rig Count Is Up 33: Texas, New...
- Venture Alliance, Plating Company Merge
- P.M. BRIEFING : Germany May Be Top Exporter
- Tribune Co.: Net income in the third...
- Oil Plunges Record $5 a Barrel on Gulf Peace Talk
- Kodak to Enhance Its Color System for PC Graphics
- A Drexel Lawyer Accuses Milken's Brother of Deceit
- Smoking Verdict Upheld: A Mississippi judge affirmed...
- Saudis Get Tips on Chemical Raids
- Manufacturers Scramble to Move Products : Economy: Purchasing managers are worried about being stuck with inventory in a declining market, a Chapman College survey indicates.
- Valencia National Bank Income Rises to $169,733
- Not Her Grade: Country music legend Dolly...
- ROME : Alliance Test?
- America From Abroad : Drawn to a Dream : Images of wealth and freedom lure the scholarly or well-connected from China. Emigration is beyond the reach of most, but the Communist regime still perceives a threat.
- Iraq Frees 14 Americans : French and British Also on Way Out
- Extra Military Aid for Israel OKd
- U.S. Accused Over Human Rights in Colombia
- Pakistan's Ugly Campaign in Final Phase : Politics: Thousands of supporters welcome Bhutto in enemy territory. They outnumber opposition crowds.
- World View : Bhutto and Aquino: A Tale of Two Revolutions : As dreams sour, Pakistani may give their ousted leader another chance. The Phillipines' president hangs on grimly.
- American Express Co.: The New York-based firm...
- Com Systems Sells Its Accounts Receivable
- Treasury Auction Postponed: The 13-week and 26-week...
- Genetic Parents Given Sole Custody of Child : Surrogate: Judge rules that the woman who bore an infant for an infertile couple has no rights to the boy.
- Japan Chips In to the Tune of 40,000 Walkmans
- Ruling Gives Surrogation Legal Boost : Courts: Such contracts are not inherently exploitative, the judge says.
- Negotiators Complete Clean Air Bill : Environment: A compromise on aid for laid off workers clears way for agreement. White House indicates Bush will sign far-reaching measure.
- SIMI VALLEY : Candidates to Take Part in Forum
- The Art of the Deal (Continued) : Budget accord is least Washington should do
- Panel OKs Aid to Help Build Grocery Store
- CLIPBOARD : Hazardous Spills
- Smaller Pond, Bigger Voice : Fiber-optics: Sanford Kane, former IBM executive, presides over the second effort to expand sales at tiny PCO Inc.
- Average Price for Gas Inches Up to $1.38
- Of the 102 largest publicly traded companies...
- Peru Looking for Buyers for State Airline:...
- Shamrock Holdings Cuts Stake in Enterra to 12%
- H&H; Oil Tool Co. Stays Cautious Though Drilling, Profits Are Up : Santa Paula: Prudent survival tactics kept the equipment-leasing firm afloat when delays in offshore ventures caused rough seas in the '80s.
- West Bank, Gaza Arabs Barred From Jerusalem : Israel: Politicians call for stiff security measures after stabbings. More police are patrolling streets.
- Garage Doors Kill 46 Children; Parents Urged to Update Openers
- Hawaiians Win Halt to Island Bombing
- World IN BRIEF : SOVIET UNION : CIA Defector Tells of Travels to West
- Plans for Tent Jail on Navy Site Are Dropped : Facilities: The Port Hueneme property is earmarked for affordable housing. The Sheriff's Department may seek another location to house recreational drug users.
- Conference Planned on Abuse Services
- Man Arraigned in Theft of GM Pictures:...
- P.M. BRIEFING : European Firms Rap U.S., Seek More Japanese Aircraft Orders
- Foothill's Income Holds at $1.8 Million for Quarter
- CU Bancorp Says Profit Fell 22% in 3rd Quarter
- STATE : Roy Rogers Has Heart Surgery
- Genetic Parents Win Sole Custody in Surrogate Case : Litigation: The judge rejects Anna L. Johnson's claims that she is the legal mother after carrying the baby boy to term and delivering it. She says she will appeal.
- Helms Trailing Black Rival by 4 to 8 Points, Polls Show : Politics: Challenger controls the issues, accuses senator of doing too little on education, environment.
- Surrogate Equation Didn't Require a King Solomon
- Fatalities Bring Drive Warning of Deadly Nature of Trains
- Backers of 'Betty,' the Curious, Media Gather for a Show
- ORANGE : Shooting Called Gang-Related; 3 Held
- Teacher/Fisher Lands the Ideal Job
- Train Kills a Man Walking Across Tracks
- Oil Company Profits Take a Sharp Jump
- P.M. BRIEFING : Canada Reported in Recession
- LOCAL : Grenades Found in Bags at LAX
- He's a Real Stick-in-the-Mud : Animal kingdom: Humphrey the whale remains mired in San Francisco Bay, despite all-night efforts by rescuers to free the wayward humpback.
- Veto Hurts GOP, Rights Activists Say : Politics: They believe the move damages Bush's popularity and will cost the party black votes. Both sides are preparing for a firestorm of protests.
- ABIDJAN : An African First
- Weaker Economy Forecast for Germany : Unification: Experts expect increased unemployment and sluggish growth. But the government brands them too pessimistic.
- Countywide
- OXNARD : Flu Shots Scheduled at 4 Senior Centers
- Bar Assn., Business Groups Agree: Colorado businesses...
- NASDAQ Gives Nu-Med Temporary Exemption
- Dow Off 22 as Investors Lose Confidence
- Industry Has Mixed Reviews for Proposed Clean Air Legislation
- HEALTH : Transplant Error Proves Fatal
- A MESSAGE TO LAWMAKERS : Judge Invites Legislature to Head Off Surrogacy Problems
- Cuban Journalists Ask More Freedom
- BOOK REVIEW : Sands of Science Force Shift in Theories : THE OTHER SIDE OF THE MEDAL; A Paleobiologist Reflects on the Art and Serendipity of Science <i> by Everett C. Olson</i> McDonald & Woodward $19.95, 182 pages
- Piecemeal Fixes or Revamp the System? How I'd Make Schools Work : Offer a healthy start, coordinated services, accountability and the resources to fund them.
- Judge Rejects Police Union Bid for Hearings
- Rash of Train-Track Deaths Stirs Plan for Safety Awareness Program
- Driver Convicted of Manslaughter in Hit-and-Run That Killed Youth
- Mother Held in Fire Deaths of 2 Toddlers : Investigation: A woman who allegedly left her children unattended may face charges of murder. The South-Central blaze left a third victim in critical condition.
- State Adds 5 More Freeway Soundwalls to List
- SANTA PAULA : 2 Residents Bilked of Money in Scams
- Soviet Aid
- Spirits Remain High for 12,000 While It Rains on Reds' Parade
- Parks Picks Duke : Prep basketball: Marina's 6-11 center, one of nation's top recruits, bypasses UCLA to commit to Blue Devils.
- WEEKEND BOX OFFICE : 'Marked' Leaves Mark on No. 1 Spot
- MUSIC
- Music Reviews : Prazak Quartet Opens Coleman Season
- Students' 1st Taste of Opera Results in Mixed Reviews
- FULLERTON : Applicants Sought for Advisory Panels
- PLACENTIA : Fire Injures 1, Causes Damage to 2 Homes
- Schools Stage Week of Anti-Drug Events
- Officers in 4 Counties Raid Bookmaking Sites, Arrest 4
- Lukas Says Criminal Type Already Is Horse of the Year
- Davis Lacerated Kidney in Game 4 : Baseball: The Reds outfielder remains in an Oakland hospital. The injury was more serious than originally believed.
- Narcotics Deputies' Trial Draws the Curious and the Concerned
- Winning Time Finally Arrives : Prep football: After five years of trying to right a once proud but since pitiful program, Coach Dan Castanon is turning back the clock at Santa Ana Valley High School.
- Dons Player Arrested on Drug Charges
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL REPORT : WEEKDAY UPDATE : SAN DIEGO STATE : Pieri to Try Out at Free Safety
- Kehrli Out Rest of Season
- Henning Says He'll Stick With Tolliver : Chargers: Despite quarterback's shaky start and public pressure, the Chargers' head coach plans no changes.
- MUSIC REVIEW : A Memorable Debut : Lieder: In his first U.S. recital, Hans Peter Blochwitz brings exquisite introspection to Schubert's 'Schone Mullerin.'
- SHORT TAKES : Dudley Moore Has 'Em Rolling in the Aisles and on the Stage
- Cronkite on Cronkite : Journalism: The legendary anchorman was plugging his book "Westwind" in Newport Beach, but he also spoke of the autobiography he plans and highlights of his career.
- SHORT TAKES : Gender Key to 'L.A. Law' Villain
- SHORT TAKES : Cleveland Gets On-Air Apology
- Paid attendance at the D'Oyly Carte Opera...
- PRO FOOTBALL REPORT : WEEKDAY UPDATE : RAIDERS : Goal Line, Not the 20, Is Shell's Concern
- Exhibitors Hope 'This Is Our Yard' Hits Home : AIDS stories: A 20-photo exhibit pictures the tragedy and hope of those with the disease.
- More Praise Than Criticism for Police at Shooting Forum
- State Salutes Bravery of 4 From County
- He's Always Ready to Dance All Night
- FOUNTAIN VALLEY : Car Ordinance Gets Initial Approval
- Rams Jump on Own Bandwagon After Win
- SOCCERSteve Biggs scored with five minutes left...
- No Trade Was Good Deal for Scott : Pro basketball: Plagued by injuries, he thought the Lakers would ship him out. But talks didn't pan out, and now he's eager to show he's back.
- A Look at 3-D, From Its 19-Century Roots
- The Man Who Would Create Lewitzky's Dream : Dance: Martin I. Kagan heads efforts to develop the $20-million Dance Gallery. He'll emphasize the fund raising.
- Pensions of Former San Juan Officials Slashed by County : Retirement: Board may seek thousands of dollars in alleged overpayments to two men. A third ex-employee awaits action on a similar matter.
- Vincent Backs Giants Moving to Santa Clara
- COLLEGE FOOTBALL REPORT : WEEKDAY UPDATE : USC : Smith Holds Edge Over ASU
- Retired School District Official Robert Shanks
- PRO FOOTBALL : Courage Not Walker's Problem
- PRO FOOTBALL REPORT : RAMS : Question of Balance Finally Answered
- Man's Body Found on Foothill Freeway
- Parks Says He Will Attend Duke
- Dodgers to Enter Bidding for Strawberry
- Chopin Contest Winner Praised
- Study Begun in Push for Electric Trolleys : Transportation: $750,000 project to look at impact of changeover. Proponents say such vehicles are quieter and less polluting.
- Asian Advisory Panel Is in Works : Cultures: Officials hope to bridge the gap that language and customs have created between immigrants and police.
- Escondido
- Healthy Peete to Lead Lions Sunday in Game With Saints
- THE SIDELINES : 1st-Leg Race Winner Says Yacht Victory Belongs to Countryman
- UCLA Faces Crossroads in Oregon State : College football: With no Rose Bowl berth in view, the Bruins can head for a second consecutive losing season or regain respectability.
- Youth Shot to Death in Laundromat Parking Lot
- 'GoodFellas' Hit With the 'Pit' by Ethnic Coalition
- O.C. POP MUSIC REVIEW : Down Home With Doc : Flatpicking pioneer Doc Watson brought a mood of front-porch fellowship to an audience of strangers Sunday at the Coach House.
- Music Reviews : World Premiere of 'Impresiones'
- An Apple for Veteran Newsman Hal Fishman : Television: The KTLA anchor uses his experience as a teacher to inform viewers about the complexities of today's news events.
- THE SIDELINES : Mother of Vikings' Browner Dies
- The NCAA announced the second part of...
- 2 Students Killed, 3 Wounded by 2 Gunmen
- Family of Boy Bit by Police Dog Awarded $58,840
- Saying Goodby to Sal
- Young Offenders March Into Boot Camp : Probation: Mendenhall and Munz facilities hold open house to show how military-style regimentation can help juveniles who have had trouble with drugs.
- YORBA LINDA : Council Candidates to Attend Forum
- Brazilian Media Hail Pele Birthday; He Keeps His Cool
- AROUND THE NFL : AWOL Tackle Gets 2-Game Suspension
- The Fuehrer in Britain : New Satellite Service Pins Its Hopes on 'Dangerous' Hitler Sitcom
- Conservation Films at Melnitz Theater
- Programmers Ponder Kids' TV Under New Law : Broadcasting: Statute requires shows to serve 'the educational and informational needs of children.' But the definition is vague and open to debate.
- Toronto Train Offers Glimpse of Future
- P.M. BRIEFING : GM to Close Two Plants Briefly
- Reebok International Ltd.: The footwear and apparel...
- The Silver Lining in Home-Building Gloom
- Corporate Jet Based on WWII Design Hits Turbulence
- Loral to Sell 49% Interest in Ford Aerospace Unit : Asset sale: Three European companies are to pay $182 million for the Space Systems Division of Palo Alto.
- Benton Oil & Gas Signs $15-Million Credit Deal
- Conferees Gain Ground in Race for Budget Plan
- Hanging Victim Prank Turns Into Real Thing
- CLIPBOARD : BREEDING BIRD: WHITE-THROATED SWIFT (Aeronautes saxatalis)
- $600,000 in Jewels Are Stolen From Van : Crime: The Sheriff's Department believes a sophisticated group of thieves who follow gem dealers may be responsible.
- Burbank Man Killed After Car Hits Tree
- Judge Dismisses Charges Against Hot Dog Vendor
- NEWBURY PARK : Trial Date Set for Guard in Theft Case
- PORT HUENEME : Computers to Help Students Read, Write
- Killing Prompts Review on Use of Street Barrier
- ELECTIONS HUENEME : Challengers Say School Board Is Outdated
- IRVINE : Ex-Cheerleader Sues for Reinstatement
- SANTA PAULA : Bidding Reopened on School Project
- Ex-Orange Developer Gets 8-Year Term for Mortgage-Loan Scam
- Ailing Aca Joe Fires Its Chief Executive After Five Months
- P.M. BRIEFING : Kerry Packer Has Heart Bypass
- 2nd-Quarter Net Income Soars 266% for Amgen
- WORLD : German Teachers Face Exams
- Work to Improve Quality of Life, Japan Urged
- Emotional End : Joy and Grief Mix as Judge Hands Down Ruling in Historic Custody Case
- Trio-Tech International Reports $2.43-Million Loss
- 'Damn the Deficit' Days Over: Bush
- Nebraska Official Accused of Misuses of Phone Card