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DATE INDEX | WHAT HAPPENED ON DECEMBER 21, 1997
NEWS
How Police Department views domestic violence
By GREGORY KANE
PTA's money-grubbing has finally gone too farMy son is a...
Do You Believe ?...
Concealing reports sparks suspicion U.S. suddenly decides to hold back report on possible CIA-crack link
By Peter Kornbluh
You get to say what you please Freedom: Americans should rejoice that they live in a country where speaking one's mind in public is not a one-way ticket to jail.
By HANS KNIGHT
The Orthodox way of marking ChristmasIn his otherwise...
Iraq's cat and mouse game Weapons inspections: U.S. must show patience, firmness, purpose.
Sauerbrey should be smiling
By Barry Rascovar
Solstice rumblings
By Peter A. Jay
In England, burying socialism for good
By George Will
Md. pollution enforcement stepped up Environment officials say there's been no crackdown
By Timothy B. Wheeler | Timothy B. Wheeler,SUN STAFF
Miller's motive in inquiry: survival Senate chief's lead in Young case seeks to protect party power
By C. Fraser Smith and Thomas W. Waldron | C. Fraser Smith and Thomas W. Waldron,SUN STAFF
A year with no car, and other British pleasures
By Phil Greenfield
Strange bedfellowsAH, THE FICKLE friendship between Anne...
By Tom Pelton
The last name of a woman who hired Elgin Ambulance to...
A hope for less rancor on Carroll growth curbs
By W. Benjamin Brown
Mount Airy fails 2nd time to halt proposed gas station Frederick appeals board, Shell say fears unfounded
By Donna R. Engle | Donna R. Engle,SUN STAFF
For Christmas, a proposal that will outlive the clutter and all other kindnesses
By MICHAEL PAKENHAM
75 years agoThe United States has now been subject of...
By Compiled from the archives of the Historical Society of Carroll County
We can't keep shutting out the young, oldHurrah for Donald...
2 businessmen to join WMC board of trusteesTwo...
More funds for schools, and don't forget teachers
By MIKE BURNS
Faith, hope, charity amid pawnshop despair
By MICHAEL OLESKER
Drivers update road skills Seniors: AARP program in Edgewater 'freshens your perceptions' at the wheel.
By Melinda Rice | Melinda Rice,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Toothless in Annapolis Feeble ethics committee: Panel lacks staff, powers in probe of state Sen. Larry Young.
Henry Lewis, 70, taught children the joys of fishing and crabbing
By Robert Hilson Jr. | Robert Hilson Jr.,SUN STAFF
Higher education takes off Flying: In the introductory lesson, you really fly the airplane, but the instructor handles the return to reality.
By Donna R. Engle | Donna R. Engle,STAFF WRITER
A luxury car purchased for state Sen. Larry Young by a...
4 area fires claim lives of 3 people Westminster blaze leaves 6 homeless
By Larry Carson and Diana K. Sugg | Larry Carson and Diana K. Sugg,SUN STAFF Sun staff writer Melody Simmons contributed to this article
Snoopy is the star on this tree Mascot: A Linthicum teacher celebrates a nursery school's 30th anniversary with a tree dedicated to her favorite cartoon pooch.
By Dawn Fallik | Dawn Fallik,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Panel rejects request for new probe of King shooting Men submitting evidence suspected conspiracy
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Stockings stuffed with care Politics: A Highlandtown precinct captain helps legislators say thank you for the support of their senior constituents.
By Brenda J. Buote | Brenda J. Buote,SUN STAFF
Food and folk music at Baldwin's Station Entertainment: A former rail stop in Sykesville has been transformed into a restaurant that features traditional performances.
By Judith Green | Judith Green,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Inquiry transcripts reveal Prudential's improprieties
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Lawrence Bell's missed moment Politics: Wyndham Hotel vote maneuvers show City Council president's vulnerability.
Detective fatally shoots dog in North Laurel drug raid Animal attacked officer as he entered residence
BY A SUN STAFF WRITER
Research shows drug use leveling off among the young Survey confirms alcohol bigger problem with teens
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Mayor, Frazier oppose hearing O'Malley's inquiry on homicide probes called unnecessary
By Peter Hermann | Peter Hermann,SUN STAFF
Two Sinatra books: fans, virtue, vice
By Jim Haner | Jim Haner,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Couple's spirit of Christmas shines all year long
By Rosalie Falter | Rosalie Falter,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Rooting out sources of pollution Forest study: Trees can yield heavy runoff to bay, after periodic defoliation.
Preservation of facade divides city Main Street blaze leaves venerable building in ruin
By Dan Thanh Dang | Dan Thanh Dang,SUN STAFF
New path for S. Africa Political priorities rearranged as Mbeki replaces Mandela
By Gilbert A. Lewthwaite | Gilbert A. Lewthwaite,SUN FOREIGN STAFF
Balto. Co. park is 'dog heaven' Canine walkers improve area, but others complain about untethered pets
By Mark Guidera | Mark Guidera,SUN STAFF
Memorial service today for cremated homeless of L.A. More than 200 indigents die each month
By LOS ANGELES DAILY NEWS
Man charged with $38,000 child care debt
BY A SUN STAFF WRITER
Books of the region: Completing the outpouring of 1997
By Jim Bready | Jim Bready,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Range of styles featured in county art show ArtHoCo: A variety of area artists are showcased in this exhibit at the Howard County Center for the Arts.
By Fay Lande | Fay Lande,CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Gunman gets into car, robs driver of cash
By TaNoah Morgan | TaNoah Morgan,SUN STAFF
Dazzling summer in Antarctica Research: It's the working season, and scientists have just five months of daylight into which they pack a year's worth of work.
By Alexander Colhoun | Alexander Colhoun,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
N.H. court says school revenue system unconstitutional Decision may force state to adopt a broad-based tax
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
14 screens at megaplex steal show 3,000-seat complex at Snowden Square opens in Columbia
By Dana Hedgpeth | Dana Hedgpeth,SUN STAFF
School gives supplies to Balto. pupils Carrolltowne drive collects pencils, notebooks, clothes
By Mary Gail Hare | Mary Gail Hare,SUN STAFF
Mary Belitz, 84, Baltimore schoolteacherMary Belitz, a...
MARY Quarrel over Mary threatens unity
By JOSEPH GALLAGHER
Man pleads guilty to conspiring to distribute marijuana Lawyer says Arnold client is not part of drug ring
By Andrea F. Siegel | Andrea F. Siegel,SUN STAFF
Chicken flu is tracked to humans Southern China is ground zero for dangerous new virus
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Christmas for nonbelievers: Look to the written word Traditions: Faith and secular good will can be merged to accommodate apparently unresolvable conflict.
By Victoria A. Brownworth | Victoria A. Brownworth,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
They didn't just gripe, they did something good
By Norris West
Nigeria descends deep into disrepute Rule by 'medieval warlords' is holding back largest nation on the African continent
By MURRAY SEEGER
Direct mail aims at heart of reader Consultants, writers behind charities tug at generosity, guilt
By Scott Shane | Scott Shane,SUN STAFF
When school, discipline were synonymous
By Harold Jackson
Police arrest teen-ager in shooting of tree salesman during robbery
BY A SUN STAFF WRITER
Wanted: new homeowners Program: A state grant will help county offer a 4 percent interest rate on homes in older villages so renters can make the move to ownership.
By Dana Hedgpeth | Dana Hedgpeth,SUN STAFF
Arizona college seeks approval for 3 area campuses University of Phoenix interest has some local educators concerned
By Mike Bowler | Mike Bowler,SUN STAFF
MARY Multiple images enshroud the Virgin
By COLMAN McCARTHY
Chadwick pupils cope with crowd Balto. Co. officials debate solutions
By Larry Carson | Larry Carson,SUN STAFF
35 years later, Internet finds man who abandoned family Tearful reunion fulfills a daughter's yearnings
By LOS ANGELES TIMES
Training gatekeepers of asylum-seekers INS hires advisers to teach how to weed out claims
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Russia explores foreign territory Supermarket: The first mega-grocery store in the former Soviet Union draws thousands to shop and gawk.
By Kathy Lally | Kathy Lally,SUN FOREIGN STAFF
Abortion offered 8 to 10 days after conception New technique depends on early testing, better ultrasound imaging VTC
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Tap water link to Philadelphia ailments posed Increased cloudiness suggested as indicator of microbial contamination
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
More adults buying their parents' homes Roots: Grown-ups can strike a good deal by purchasing the houses they were raised in. They also acquire countless memories in the bargain.
By Suzanne Loudermilk | Suzanne Loudermilk,SUN STAFF
Esther E. Peterson,91, a pioneering advocate of worker and...
BUSINESS
Pay systems for doctors changing HMOs moving away from plans that reward physicians for less care
By M. William Salganik | M. William Salganik,SUN STAFF
Group offers tips for selecting a contractor
Flexibility, organization are keys to renovations Expect the unexpected
By Karol V. Menzie & Randy Johnson
The search for tools to help the investor make a buck
By Bill Barnhart | Bill Barnhart,CHICAGO TRIBUNE
The effect of Asian fiscal crisis on big-nation banks is uncertain
By Stephen Kiehl and Jay Hancock
Closer to work, closer to what they wanted Ferndale house reduces couple's commute, has features they sought
By Melinda Rice | Melinda Rice,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Don't forget to plug it in before trying Christmas PCs often don't work because of human oversight, not bad parts
By MICHAEL HIMOWITZ
A model way to buy a home Models: Homebuyers looking for the house with everything can sometimes find it in a bargain-priced model home.
By JoAnne C. Broadwater | JoAnne C. Broadwater,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Web seen as medium of the masses in 1998 Cheap, powerful PC's will bring Internet to most homes, study finds
By KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWS SERVICE
Beth merger deal raises questions Lukens adds to sales, fosters job cuts, but price may be too high
By Sean Somerville | Sean Somerville,SUN STAFF
A long commute to the good life Madonna beckons to those who like big yards and gardens
By Bob Graham | Bob Graham,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Hatch is president of Residential Sales CouncilThe...
Price stays alert for its own crash Backroom: T. Rowe Price's technologies unit keeps the company linked to investors -- no matter what happens.
By Bill Atkinson | Bill Atkinson,SUN STAFF
Help wanted: Challenger, Gray & Christmas, an employment...
Where home values have risen most Utah has been hot, so has Michigan
By Kenneth R. Harney
Vineyard Oak
FEATURES
Beethoven challenges pianists Recordings: Virtuosos display their own strengths and styles in the concertos.
By Stephen Wigler | Stephen Wigler,SUN MUSIC CRITIC
Making party plans for New Year's Eve
By Sylvia Badger | Sylvia Badger,SUN COLUMNIST
Game Plans Visitors to the February Olympics in Japan can expect to see a land of surprising contrasts
By Barbara Shea | By Barbara Shea,NEWSDAY
Christmas sale restores holiday spirit
By Jacques Kelly
Living with faith In an era of renewed spiritualism, people are creating sacred spaces in the home.
By Elizabeth Large | Elizabeth Large,Sun Staff
The best food books always enjoy repeat business
By Rob Kasper
A grand gift idea: the art of the museum shop
By Elizabeth Large | Elizabeth Large,Sun Staff
Some gifts can grow on you Care: How to keep holiday plants thriving in your home after the holidays.
By Ary Bruno | Ary Bruno,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Less has been more in many eras Design: Maximum care goes into creating a minimalist look.
By Rita St. Clair | Rita St. Clair,LOS ANGELES TIMES SYNDICATE
150 years ago in The SunDec. 24: In our advertising...
By Fred Rasmussen
Protect pesticides from freezing
War's shadow fell on Christmas Observances: The attack on Pearl Harbor and the defeat at Wake Island brought a sober feeling to the holiday in 1941.
By Fred Rasmussen | Fred Rasmussen,SUN STAFF
Apocalypse exhibit gets extension Show: Visionary art show about the end of the world will now close in April.
By Karin Remesch | Karin Remesch,CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Aussie dishes, decor rate thumbs up Restaurant: The friendly, festive Boomerang is a winner in Federal Hill.
By Elizabeth Large | Elizabeth Large,SUN RESTAURANT CRITIC
History awaits visitors in Georgia Battlefields: Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park offers reminders of action in 1863, plus glorious views of two or more states.
By Jean Allen | Jean Allen,SUN-SENTINEL, SOUTH FLORIDA
A theme park for the arts Museum: Los Angeles' new Getty Center provides grand places to see and study great works.
By Edward Gunts | Edward Gunts,SUN ARCHITECTURE CRITIC
Language and grammar made easy
By Dave Barry | Dave Barry,Knight-Ridder News Service
Films with Maryland connection get a screening at the Senator
By Sylvia Badger
MPT hits its goal with $601,559 pledged Favorite: Public television viewers promised the most support during the program featuring Yanni in concert.
By Chris Kaltenbach | Chris Kaltenbach,SUN STAFF
Hearing colors, painting stories
By Holly Selby
'Amistad' founders on evasion of true evil
By Glenn McNatt
Facing the facts about heart disease
By Susan Reimer
Understanding the new twist in martinis Trend: The libation's latest variations might not sit well with purists, but then, the martini has always been more about attitude than vermouth.
By Theo Lippman Jr. | Theo Lippman Jr.,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
No roads lead to Stehekin, Wash. Village: Once the ferry leaves, it is so quiet you can hear the snow fall.
By Paula Bock | Paula Bock,SEATTLE TIMES
1994 Lar de Barros, Bodegas Inviosa, Ribera del Guadiana...
By Michael Dresser
Cowpoke chic"All hat and no cattle" is an Old West saw to...
By Vida Roberts
For a peaceful trip, keep children busy Toys: Several packable playthings help the miles and hours pass.
By Eileen Ogintz | Eileen Ogintz,LOS ANGELES TIMES SYNDICATE
Forget the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building. The folks who line up outside NBC's New York studios before dawn each morning are living for 'Today.'
By Kevin Cowherd | Kevin Cowherd,Sun Staff
A thrifty toast to the new year Wine: Some good bottles of bubbly can be bought for $20 or less.
By Michael Dresser | Michael Dresser,SUN WINE CRITIC
Baltimore's greatest hits The experts have been consulted and we've made our picks: Here's a guide to the city's greatest art treasures.
By Glenn McNatt | Glenn McNatt,Sun Staff
Collectors are joining the team Antiques: Sports equipment and advertising are big hits.
By Ralph Kovel and Terry Kovel | Ralph Kovel and Terry Kovel,KING FEATURES SYNDICATE
Tidewater ferries are still flourishing Boats: These utilitarian vessels take travelers and commuters across the small rivers and wide bays of the mid-Atlantic region.
By Reed Hellman | Reed Hellman,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
SPORTS
DeMatha races to romp over Broadneck Six former Bruins honored, but Stags too tough, 70-49
By Pat O'Malley | Pat O'Malley,SUN STAFF
Sanders slips, slides away NFL: On and off the field, getting a handle on the Lions' peerless running back, who needs 131 yards today for 2,000, is easier said than done.
By Ken Murray | Ken Murray,SUN STAFF
New home isn't kind to stumbling 'Skins A win and aid from others needed for playoff berth
By Bill Free | Bill Free,SUN STAFF
Rowe's last two shots send Loyola to OT win Guard finishes with 26 as Greyhounds top Mount for 3rd win in 4 tries, 75-73
By Kent Baker | Kent Baker,SUN STAFF
Mids stymie Coppin State, 67-39 Eagles score 10 in 2nd half
By Alan Goldstein | Alan Goldstein,SUN STAFF
Calvert Hall's Johns is fifth in Del. tourney
By FROM STAFF REPORTS
End of muzzleloader season zeros in on antlerless deer Managers address need to check population
By Peter Baker | Peter Baker,SUN STAFF
Nfl Week 17
Lipinski leaps back to the top Texan, 15, pairs triples, artistry for Munich win
By Bill Glauber | Bill Glauber,SUN FOREIGN STAFF
Marketing effort: better late than never
By Tom Keyser | Tom Keyser,SUN STAFF
Spirit routed, 20-6, falls to 0-7 on road Kixx shows resolve as D'Ambra and Sloan register hat tricks
By Phil Jackman | Phil Jackman,SUN STAFF
With all that Colts have meant, 'send-off' was a wound to heart
By John Steadman
It's official: Torch passes to Ravens
By John Eisenberg
Final test for Ravens' class of '97 Young team looks to build for next year, show playoff potential
By Mike Preston | Mike Preston,SUN STAFF
Mason makes long walk back Recovery: St. Mary's A.J. Mason suffered a spinal injury three years ago playing football and feared he might not walk again. Instead, after two operations, he's back and playing better than ever -- on the basketball court.
By Pat O'Malley | Pat O'Malley,SUN STAFF
Scouting report
By Mike Preston
NBA tidbits
Maryland's Morris rises at own rate Terps: The ballyhooed freshman from Frederick shows he has all the moves, but forcing the spotlight on himself isn't one of them.
By Paul McMullen | Paul McMullen,SUN STAFF
Snubbed Berroa is free swinger O's refuse to tender him contract, cut ties
By Roch Kubatko | Roch Kubatko,SUN STAFF
Stakes again high for Cardinals in finale
By Vito Stellino | Vito Stellino,SUN STAFF
North Carroll shooting for right mix Inexperienced Panthers rely on Geiman, hustle
By John W. Stewart | John W. Stewart,SUN STAFF
Deer numbers still high, so season extension eyed
By Peter Baker | Peter Baker,SUN STAFF
Hoff, 50, is still running on all cylinders at 75-80
By Stan Dillon | Stan Dillon,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Holiday tournaments give fans something to cheer about
By PAT O'MALLEY | PAT O'MALLEY,SUN STAFF
Chesapeake-AA outpoints Dundalk competition Three Cougars claim tourney championships
By Lem Satterfield | Lem Satterfield,SUN STAFF
Stackhouse ready to make points with his new team
By Jerry Bembry | Jerry Bembry,SUN STAFF
Fleming hard to pin down Wrestling: Ben Fleming took to the mats as a freshman as a means of staying in shape for football. Now a senior, he's setting his sights on becoming a state heavyweight champ.
By Jeff Seidel | Jeff Seidel,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
UMBC survives Western Maryland scare Div. III squad falls short in upset bid on road, 83-79
By Christian Ewell | Christian Ewell,SUN STAFF
Area teams struggle in Delaware tournament Calvert Hall's Johns is top local finisher
By FROM STAFF REPORTS
No. 6 Southwestern bounces back, 56-46 Sabers recover from loss to Douglass, beat Suitland
By Derek Toney | Derek Toney,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Winning No. 3,000 is divine for Prado Milestone victory comes aboard Praise Heaven
By Tom Keyser | Tom Keyser,SUN STAFF
No. 1 Dunbar falls to West Va. team
By FROM STAFF REPORTS
Sluggish Coppin rallies, but falls Brockington scores 22 of his 26 in second half
By Dennis Punzel | Dennis Punzel,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Responding with responsibility Basketball: Becoming a team captain made Kris Brust realize she can't get down on herself and lead her Glenelg teammates at the same time.
By Stan Rappaport | Stan Rappaport,SUN STAFF
Gilman rallies to top Loyola, but unranked Dons undaunted Good effort vs. Greyhounds leaves coach encouraged
By Lem Satterfield | Lem Satterfield,SUN STAFF
Long Reach's Porter sets course toward state title 8-0 start puts lightweight on target to make his mark
By Rick Belz | Rick Belz,SUN STAFF
BaseballCardinals: Re-signed P Lance Painter, P Mark...
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