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DATE INDEX | WHAT HAPPENED ON FEBRUARY 16, 1997
FEATURES
A rosey future for the tree rose Flower: The tall and upstanding topiary form of the classic bloom is back in fashion.
By Marty Ross | Marty Ross,UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE
A great leg deserves another look Antiques: Spiral design from 1600s known as 'barley twist' or 'barley sugar' jumped back into favor a couple of centuries later.
By Ralph Kovel and Terry Kovel | Ralph Kovel and Terry Kovel,KING FEATURES SYNDICATE
Teaching how to express emotions Expression: If a child pouts, don't simply try to stop the behavior. Help your young one understand the feelings behind it.
By Beverly Mills | Beverly Mills,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Finding furniture that meets a need Design: The 'office-in-a-box' spreads out to provide considerable desk space and folds up neatly and rolls away.
By Rita St. Clair | Rita St. Clair,LOS ANGELES TIMES SYNDICATE
Great Expectations Jenn Crowell's first novel will appear in bookstores in March. The Goucher College sophomore is poised on the brink of fame. But no one knows where it will take her. Holly Selby
By Researched by Andrea Wilson | Researched by Andrea Wilson,SUN STAFF
Surviving the search for souvenirs Shopping: Families need to accommodate the needs of those for whom buying mementos is the point of the trip and those who would rather stay out of stores.
By Eileen Ogintz | Eileen Ogintz,LOS ANGELES TIMES SYNDICATE
This Week150 years ago in The SunFeb. 16: Run Over -- A...
By Fred Rasmussen | Fred Rasmussen,SUN STAFF
What's in a name? With luck, honesty Labels: Instead of expropriating the naming system of French blended wines, American vintners are creating their own brands.
By Michael Dresser | Michael Dresser,SUN WINE CRITIC
Cooks on video show you how, not how much
By Rob Kasper
Grand Experience Arizona: No matter how you look at it, the Grand Canyon is one of nature's most amazing spectacles.
By Robert Cross | Robert Cross,CHICAGO TRIBUNE
From mall to millAfter 18 years in the Columbia Mall...
By Elizabeth Large | Elizabeth Large,SUN STAFF
Serious at cards and the violin
By Richard O'Mara | Richard O'Mara,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
When tubers take their own lives
By Dave Barry | Dave Barry,Knight-Ridder News Service
De-icer aids release of pond gas
Fun and fashion at the Menswear Shows
By Vida Roberts | Vida Roberts,SUN FASHION EDITOR
After gators gather, the thrill is gone Georgia: At first the reptiles play coy. But in the Okefenokee swamp, there's a sighting, and then another and finally an over-abundance of big-eyed beasties.
By Ralph Vigoda | Ralph Vigoda,KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWS SERVICE
Center Stage auction to benefit theater
By Karin Remesch | Karin Remesch,CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Flower shows are ready to bloom all over the place
By Jerry Morris | Jerry Morris,BOSTON GLOBE
Back to nature For several years, artists experimented with vivid hues and startling shapes, but now they are returning to the natural world for inspiration.
By Karol V. Menzie | Karol V. Menzie,SUN STAFF
Note: Because of a production error, the 1996 Georges...
By Michael Dresser
Black hotelier was a force in city Contributor: Born in the 1860s, Thomas R. Smith was a wealthy man who was known for his generosity and his activities on behalf of Baltimore's Democrats.
By Fred Rasmussen | Fred Rasmussen,SUN STAFF
Branches reach away from trunk of family tree, but nourishment from common roots remains
By Jacques Kelly
The glass is glittering in a restored factory Museum: Conversion of the building is nearly complete. The collection ranges from historic test tubes to modern abstract sculptures.
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
There's more here than meets the mouth Restaurant: The Russian Tea Room's dishes turn out to be mostly French, but why quibble? Relax, take in the decorations, enjoy the music and dance the night away.
By Elizabeth Large | Elizabeth Large,SUN RESTAURANT CRITIC
Giving girls the faith to believe in themselves
By Susan Reimer
A garden of Eden for collectors Antiques: Consumers have turned their attention to the home and its environs, so garden-style antiques form the theme of this year's Hunt Valley Antiques Show.
By Karol V. Menzie | Karol V. Menzie,SUN STAFF
NEWS
Leggett has run up its last sale Shopping: After 32 years, the Leggett stores, including the one at Cranberry Mall, have become Belk stores.
By Nora Koch | Nora Koch,CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Beer, liquor and frats Frostburg students flock to wild off-campus parties
By Debbie M. Price Kevin L. McQuaid
Parallel lives infuse 'Barrymore' Theater: Early in his career, Christopher Plummer was compared to the legendary star. Now, at 67, Plummer portrays him onstage, and the similarities seem to have multiplied.
By J. Wynn Rousuck | J. Wynn Rousuck,SUN THEATER CRITIC
Trail growing cold in the hunt for Ennis Cosby's killer Little progress reported despite tips and rewards
By LOS ANGELES DAILY NEWS
25 years ago (weeks of Feb. 13-19, 1972):The Student...
By Diane Mullaly from the files of the Howard County Historical Society's library
Wagner opera, 'Hollander,' to be staged
By Stephen Wigler | Stephen Wigler,SUN MUSIC CRITIC
Gangstra rap plays to First Amendment
By GREGORY KANE
Hobby shapes up into a new career Entrepreneur: Former lawyer Charmaine Gordon left her profession to follow a dream: starting a women's exercise studio.
By Tonya Jameson | Tonya Jameson,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Three Coast Guard members dead in unusual accident Deaths first to result from capsized rescue boat in more than 30 years
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Lloyd Brown on Robeson: Bearing the burden
By Glenn McNatt | Glenn McNatt,sun staff
Even safety devices can put you at risk Radar, air bags jTC among high-tech dangers
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Here is how members of Maryland's delegation on Capitol...
A listing of Baltimore-area Presidents Day closings in...
50 years agoFerry traffic between Sandy Point in Anne...
By Robert M. Pennington from the archives of the Ann Arrundell County Historical Society
House delegation kills school board selection measure Voters would have picked among three methods
By Andrea F. Siegel | Andrea F. Siegel,SUN STAFF
Top officials reimbursed $20,000 Commissioners say amount shows they are 'quite frugal'
By James M. Coram | James M. Coram,Carroll County government Pub Date: 2/16/97 SUN STAFF
Two at-large commissioners not a solutionI would like to...
Presidents Day
A foundation stone for a personal library - or almost any other kind
By MICHAEL PAKENHAM
A new, possibly final, chapter of Holocaust Renewed light is cast on 50-year-old horror
By Susan Baer | Susan Baer,SUN NATIONAL STAFF
Sheriff to speak at meeting
By Phyllis Lucas | Phyllis Lucas,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Five commissioners? Much ado about nothing
By Mike Burns
Putting light and heat on Cuba New policy: U.S. lets press have Havana bureaus, even if Castro won't.
Ethical issues are easier to denounce than evaluate
By Elise Armacost
Bayard Rustin's historic resurrection
By Ray Jenkins | Ray Jenkins,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Telecommunications pact opens markets Nations agree to disband telephone monopolies
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Actor got good roles by writing them Nominee: Billy Bob Thornton created a movie that could win him a pair of Oscars.
By Stephen Hunter | Stephen Hunter,SUN FILM CRITIC
I've started reading "Wherever You Go, There You Are...
School closing leaves parents scrambling Day-care alternatives often hard to come by
By Jill Hudson | Jill Hudson,SUN STAFF
The Art of Collaboration Columbia's new arts center is setting an example for other communities to follow.
By Holly Selby | Holly Selby,SUN STAFF
The force of 'Star Wars' Re-release: This time, it doesn't seem so long ago or far away. The 1977 film now attracts generations of families and continues to fill theaters and break box office records.
By Marego Athans | Marego Athans,SUN STAFF Sun staff writer Tanya Jones contributed to this article
February novels: location, location
By Donna Rifkind | Donna Rifkind,special to the sun
When the brass gets serious, it will stop
By Sara Engram
25 years ago The Taneytown Council, faced with its own...
By Compiled from the archives of the Historical Society of Carroll County
HOPEless in Annapolis Too costly: Glendening's free-tuition plan for college students runs into fiscal roadblock.
Maryland losing high-tech jobs in defense industry 4,416 positions lost, about 5% of state's total, between 1990 and 1995
By CAPITAL NEWS SERVICE
Henry Margenau, 96, a retired professor of physics and...
Sister Mary James Kaufman, 89, teacherSister Mary James...
Jessup inmate flees his work-release job
Standards? Don't kid us Students can't attain the school standards we already have
By Robert A. Somerby
Open house at Lindale/Brooklyn Park schools
By Rosalie Falter | Rosalie Falter,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
U.S. involvement in torture cases well documentedThe Jan...
26 state investigators become computer sleuths Classes focus on getting evidence to combat white-collar crime
By CAPITAL NEWS SERVICE
Maryland ranks high in truck safety Nine truckers died on state roads in '95,
By CAPITAL NEWS SERVICE
Three workers injured in fire at Sparrows Point
The 'Comeback Kid' and the acolyte Guv
By Barry Rascovar
State seeks roundabouts to aid traffic Two circles proposed to reduce congestion at U.S. 29, Route 216
By Dana Hedgpeth | Dana Hedgpeth,SUN STAFF
Couple takes wedding to work 19 ceremonies keep courthouse staff busy on Valentine's Day
By Anne Haddad | Anne Haddad,SUN STAFF
Fund-raiser draws 300 to bay for a chilly dip State police force holds Polar Bear Plunge to aid Md. Special Olympics
By Tanya Jones | Tanya Jones,SUN STAFF
White car sought in connection with crash
BY A SUN STAFF WRITER
Parole resident leads cleanup Angered mother rallies neighbors against drugs, fear
By Dan Thanh Dang | Dan Thanh Dang,SUN STAFF
A new silicon civilization
By Steve Auerweck | Steve Auerweck,SUN STAFF
Finding jobs is a tall order for Baltimore Welfare reform poses a daunting challenge
By Kurt L. Schmoke
Can a judge avoid gender-based cases? Bollinger's move in wake of beating controversy is new to legal experts
By Joan Jacobson
Schools' 'zero tolerance' for common-sense rules
By Brian Sullam
Readers' views on school discipline in penknife caseI am...
Jail guard files $1.5 million sex bias suit 12-year vet says promotion denied because of gender
By Caitlin Francke | Caitlin Francke,SUN STAFF
Magnet success leads to lottery Too many students want to attend high-tech program
By HOWARD LIBIT | HOWARD LIBIT,SUN STAFF
Little Italy in uproar over store Tire and auto shop could take over familiar Pastore's site
By Gary Gately | Gary Gately,SUN STAFF
Mfume's NAACP agenda ambitious Welfare reform, affirmative action among items in talk
By James Bock | James Bock,SUN STAFF
Baltimore man, 49, found dead on N.C. coast Sailor left Va. Tuesday
By Jamie Stiehm | Jamie Stiehm,SUN STAFF
Arundel teacher-training method selected as model for Maryland Program aids preparation for performance tests
BY A SUN STAFF WRITER
Giving the Past a Home Pictures: A black history buff doesn't need names to feel connected with the people in the photographs she collects.
By Jean Thompson
Two teens arrested in thefts from vehicles
By TaNoah Morgan | TaNoah Morgan,SUN STAFF
Cost of drugs limits use by some AIDS patients HMOs, states restrict amount they will pay
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
WBFF news will add a 6: 30 p.m. show on WNUV
By Chris Kaltenbach | Chris Kaltenbach,SUN STAFF
Mother's battle to be free of cocaine Recovery: At a shelter in Philadelphia, women fight a personal war on drugs. Consumed by cravings for cocaine, they struggle toward well-being.
By KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWS SERVICE
Taliban resume fight to conquer rest of Afghanistan They head north to plains after months of impasse
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Calvin Simmons, 48, teacher who befriended pupils
By Robert Hilson Jr. | Robert Hilson Jr.,SUN STAFF
Lawmakers face parade of health bills 'Mandates' require reluctant HMOs to cover certain care
By Michael Dresser | Michael Dresser,SUN STAFF
Bryn Mawr trustees elect new president Pa. college's board backs dean and professor from University of S. California
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Ailing buildings threaten education Balto. Co.'s Fullerton shows need for repairs can hinder learning
By Marego Athans | Marego Athans,SUN STAFF
Homeless women at Pa. shelter mired in poverty Medical problems, drug abuse, abusive relationships take toll
By KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWS SERVICE
Grand jury study of county jail is standardI am writing...
Verdict in N.Y. reopens wound in Baltimore case
By MICHAEL OLESKER
Building should work well for all Review: Theater, high school will encourage Rouse's vision of bringing the arts into the community.
By Edward Gunts | Edward Gunts,SUN ARCHITECTURE CRITIC
Kelly's 'Payback' - How power works
By Joan Mellen | Joan Mellen,special to the sun
Turks fear a government shift toward Islam Protesters condemn fundamentalism's treatment of women
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Toddlers cram for a start on Japan's fast track Academic competition begins early in Darwinian system of education
By LOS ANGLES TIMES
Mystery clouds deaths of Red Cross workers Investigation in Chechnya has made no progress in identifying culprits
By LOS ANGELES TIMES
Middle school students complete Project DARE
All things old are new: the return of rhymed poetry
By Peter A. Jay
True art comes from experiences of the soul
By Glenn McNatt
Christian schools find rapid growth Education grounded in the Bible wins a faithful following
By Mary Maushard | Mary Maushard,SUN STAFF
A visitor teaches us that the cup is half-full
By Norris West
Clinton as entertainment High-low drama: Whitewater, campaign illegalities frame national soap opera.
Sneak thief is expanding his territory Police come close to catching culprit in Lindamoor
By TaNoah Morgan | TaNoah Morgan,SUN STAFF
Read these books - and sue every boss in sight Litigation: The proliferation of 'discrimination' lawsuits and books touting them is bad news for employers, and maybe everybody else.
By Walter Olson | Walter Olson,special to the sun
Big money in MBNA project $719 million: Credit card company would be Baltimore County's second-largest employer.
Power struggle in Western Md. Electricity: When the Warrior Run generating plant comes on line in 1999, customers will see utility bills rise. The question is by how much.
By Kevin L. McQuaid and Debbie M. Price | Kevin L. McQuaid and Debbie M. Price,SUN STAFF
The movie is better than the Tolstoy story Film: Sergei Bodrov's Oscar nominee 'Prisoner of the Mountains,' based on Tolstoy's early story 'Prisoner of the Caucasus,' develops characters and plot better and shows war as the tragedy it is.
By Stephen Hunter | Stephen Hunter,SUN FILM CRITIC
Few headlines, several changes Headmaster: Except for a war on incivility and attention for anti-drugs action, Archibald R. Montgomery IV's tenure as leader of Gilman School has been quiet. But he has launched several programs.
By Mike Bowler | Mike Bowler,SUN STAFF
BUSINESS
Novatek scalded unwary Misinformation: Getting in was easy. Inaccurate announcements and hard-sell tactics lured many to buy stock in Novatek. Getting out was another matter.
By Mark Guidera | Mark Guidera,SUN STAFF Clara Germani, Moscow correspondent for The Sun, contributed to this story
Man in the shadows Nerve: His history of legal troubles gave William P. Trainor good reason to mask his involvement in Novatek.
By Mark Hyman and Mark Guidera | Mark Hyman and Mark Guidera,SUN STAFF
Md. firm's 1st offering is 7th best in nation Yurie Systems joins Ciena in cash machine at end of phone line
By Timothy J. Mullaney | Timothy J. Mullaney,SUN STAFF
WynnewoodNV Homes has opened its second section at...
Heads in the sand: Many business people are so focused on...
Cutting edge of saving energy Manufacturers join to create townhouses showcasing efficiency
By Mary T. McCarthy | Mary T. McCarthy,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Cable TV leads race to faster Internet
By Michael J. Himowitz
House to go, hold the fries Ex-sub shop in Canton makes an ideal home
By Judy Reilly | Judy Reilly,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
For refinancing, 30-year fixed rate is top choice
Industry that shunned TV now buying lots of spots
By Jerry Morgan | Jerry Morgan,NEWSDAY
Little guy grows fast HFS recently a tyke compared with PHH, which it is buying
By Sean Somerville | Sean Somerville,SUN STAFF
Building a better way Dwight Griffith worked for years to be a part of a book that would define builders' responsibilities and describe buyers' expectations.
By Robert Nusgart | Robert Nusgart,SUN REAL ESTATE EDITOR
Clinton's capital gains plan
By Kenneth R. Harney
Reverse mortgages for senior homeownersMaryland residents...
Two towns: one up, one down
By Pat Brodowski | Pat Brodowski,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Pantries are back in style, in a variety of shapes, sizes
By Karol V. Menzie and Randy Johnson
More companies offering direct-stock investing Simplicity and savings are key advantages
By BLOOMBERG NEWS
SPORTS
'Pioneer' Lane again paves way for women Former coach leads six into county Hall of Fame
By Stan Rappaport | Stan Rappaport,SUN STAFF
Bullpen quality a relief for O's Six relievers have locked up roster spots before a pitch thrown
By Buster Olney | Buster Olney,SUN STAFF
From questions to controversies, Angelos takes head-on approach
By John Steadman
Organization, players round into shape Eager veterans show up ready to get under way
By Peter Schmuck and Buster Olney | Peter Schmuck and Buster Olney,SUN STAFF
Spring break
By Buster Olney
Spirit tonight
Daytona 500
By Sandra McKee
'Golden Circle' is twice as nice in Fritchie win Mare's rare second surge lifts her in Laurel feature
By Tom Keyser | Tom Keyser,SUN STAFF
Spring training 1997
By Peter Schmuck
Down by 18 in 2nd half, Mount beats Rider, 74-72 Bryant's jumper wins it
By FROM STAFF REPORTS
Arundel puts away Westminster for state title No. 3 Wildcats cruise to 4A-3A duals crown
By Lem Satterfield | Lem Satterfield,SUN STAFF
Getting a line on bass and trout anglers
By Peter Baker | Peter Baker,SUN STAFF
With one goal reached, hungry Southern looks to state tournament Upset of Arundel Tuesday was first aim for Bulldogs
By Bill Free | Bill Free,SUN STAFF
Anderson, Mussina on '98 Indians?
By Buster Olney | Buster Olney,SUN STAFF
Legler hurt as Nets get even Guard reinjures knee as Bullets change roles in New Jersey sequel, 107-86
By Jerry Bembry | Jerry Bembry,SUN STAFF
Elder Doffmeyer making up for his late start on drag track
By Stan Dillon | Stan Dillon,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Spirit avoids letdown, beats Invaders, 14-4 With concentration intact, rout of Columbus is on
By Doug Brown | Doug Brown,SUN STAFF
Vikings discover a solid leader Boys basketball: Senior co-captain Mike Stromberg has helped Mount Hebron regroup after having to forfeit eight games.
By Rick Belz | Rick Belz,SUN STAFF
Minutemen clock Terps in 78-61 rout Bidding for NCAA bid, unranked UMass catches UM napping
By Don Markus | Don Markus,SUN STAFF
St. Mary's Reed: sideline dynamo Boys basketball: Rookie coach's intense style and attention to detail is paying off in a successful season for the 18-9 Saints.
By Pat O'Malley | Pat O'Malley,SUN STAFF
Diggs' appearance leaves questions to be answered
By Pat O'Malley | Pat O'Malley,SUN STAFF
Even Holmgren can't resist appeal of total control
By Vito Stellino | Vito Stellino,SUN STAFF
LaJoie wins Gargoyles Sadler content
By Sandra McKee | Sandra McKee,SUN STAFF
Shocks hit early, often for Bandits in 4-0 loss Big crowd, Bears' charge are too much to overcome
By Phil Jackman | Phil Jackman,SUN STAFF
As hot air on slots thickens, 'muddy shoes' watch, worry
By John Eisenberg
Truax notches 200th win as Towson State coach 14-year coach hits milestone in 80-70 victory over Maine
By Paul McMullen | Paul McMullen,SUN STAFF
Mount St. Joe makes it 22 straight titles Five winners lead Gaels to MIAA crown again
By Jeff Seidel | Jeff Seidel,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
A pilgrimage for race fans Daytona 500: Many Marylanders will be among the more than 160,000 in attendance when the 1997 Winston Cup competition begins today.
By Sandra McKee | Sandra McKee,SUN STAFF
Legler is hurt as Nets get even Guard reinjures knee, Bullets change roles in New Jersey sequel, 107-86
By Jerry Bembry | Jerry Bembry,SUN STAFF
Rooting for Woods to fail?I read John Eisenberg's column...
Taking her game to the next level Girls basketball: With a keen understanding of the game and a strong work ethic, Iowa-bound guard Cara Consuegra has led New Market's Linganore High to a 44-game winning streak.
By Glenn P. Graham | Glenn P. Graham,SUN STAFF
Swift Pulpit steps up to 'Youth' stage
By Tom Keyser | Tom Keyser,SUN STAFF
BaseballDodgers: Agreed to terms with IF Chad Fonville on...
Navy dunks Bucknell to clinch Patriot tie Fiery Walker leads way to an 18-0 run, 78-67 win
By Alan Goldstein | Alan Goldstein,SUN STAFF
McDonogh wins AIS in Brick's farewell Eagles' super sophomore to concentrate on tennis
By Katherine Dunn | Katherine Dunn,SUN STAFF
McDonogh wins AIS in Brick's farewell game Eagles' super sophomore to concentrate on tennis
By Katherine Dunn | Katherine Dunn,SUN STAFF
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