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DATE INDEX | WHAT HAPPENED ON JANUARY 04, 1998
NEWS
The Seinfeld cash value Pay: If NBC was prepared to pay Jerry $5 million per episode, then what would be the worth of Tea Leoni? Chuck Norris? David Hasselhoff? Pat Sajak?
By Michael Gray
Abraham D. Shaw, rabbi for six decades, 88
By Joe Nawrozki | Joe Nawrozki,SUN STAFF
Justice Department's decision to reject plea deal troubles Kaczynski's brother 'I think he has become very distrustful of prosecutors,' lawyer says
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Harry Crews' 'Celebration': Trailer trash?
By Sarah Vowell | Sarah Vowell,Special to the sun
In 1998, competitive campaign is likely as Sauerbrey & Co. fight for control in Annapolis
By Barry Rascovar
Saving small lives
By Sara Engram
An article in today's Real Estate section identifies Ruth...
Surpluses, elections fuel call for more tax cuts Experts predict at least half the states will enact cuts as the economy grows
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Pope tells area hurt by quakes to rebuild On visit, pontiff views damage, efforts to restore central Italian towns
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Cordish ponders Columbus hall uses Company could put tenant in closed hall
By Edward Gunts | Edward Gunts,SUN STAFF
One man, 1 deck, one bay, but not one set of rulesIn...
Hearings Jan. 26, 28 to focus on the school budget process
By Cynthia Kammann | Cynthia Kammann,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Man implies he has gun, robs convenience store
By Laura Sullivan | Laura Sullivan,SUN STAFF
25 years agoNoise-making commenced early New Year's Eve in...
By Compiled from the archives of the Historical Society of Carroll County
County budget to be topic of Westminster meetingThe...
Alzheimer's patient found about 5 miles from home
Gunman commits sixth robbery since December
By Del Quentin Wilber | Del Quentin Wilber,SUN STAFF
Howard delegation seeks share of state surplus Lawmakers' priorities for part of $260 million include school funding
By Craig Timberg | Craig Timberg,SUN STAFF
McDermott's Billy: unraveling a legacy
By Chris Kridler | Chris Kridler,Sun staff
Garbage truck strikes East Baltimore home woman knocked to floor
By Jamie Smith | Jamie Smith,SUN STAFF
Young cooperating with inquiry, spokesman says Del. Mitchell criticizes attitude of committee
By C. Fraser Smith | C. Fraser Smith,SUN STAFF Sun staff writer Laura Sullivan contributed to this article
Challenging Nigeria and big oil Hopkins student fights homeland's rulers
By Mark Matthews | Mark Matthews,SUN NATIONAL STAFF
Emotional ties boost morale of U.S. soldiers in Bosnia Senior officers formerly discouraged troops from becoming too involved
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
New year's resolutions, and a wish list for 1998
By MIKE BURNS
South Korean 'tiger' is in our best interest Former Md. congressman explains why strength of ally is important to U.S.
By Michael D. Barnes
Calif. newspaper wins Chutzpuh Award
By GREGORY KANE
'Walking city' to suburbs on the run City, county boundaries shifted until 1919, but immense changes in past 50 years transcend political borders.
IntermissionTHE AUDIENCE was deeply into "As Good as It...
By Rosemary Armao 'Potty parity'
Pius XII a hero for war role Critics fail to understand how he saved thousands during World War II
By Margherita Marchione
A book of poems, a work of art Allegory: The Smithsonian is exhibiting 28 magnificent paintings that illustrate the moral lessons of a 500-year-old Persian book.
By Robert Ruby | Robert Ruby,SUN STAFF
A long night to remember Titanic: This shipwreck of a flick, at just over three hours, could do without 100 minutes, according to a moviegoer who says he was left with a cold, sinking feeling.
By Michael Pakenham
Farmers seek to slow bills on Pfiesteria At meeting tomorrow, Md. officials to hear from poultry growers
By Heather Dewar and Christian Ewell | Heather Dewar and Christian Ewell,SUN STAFF
Virgin Mary not doubted by churchThere were two articles...
Judge Dudley sounds like a burned-out caseRegarding Howard...
Thankful for domestic violence courseOn Dec. 17, I had the...
Welfare cut brings no immediate disaster New York caseworkers fear new rules will yet bring hard consequences
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Family grocer ends an era Finale: Declining profits force Roop's Grocery in New Windsor, in business for four generations, to close its doors forever.
By Amy Davis | Amy Davis,SUN STAFF
Water Taxi owner wants exclusive sites He argues city proposal of shared docking space threatens public safety
By Brenda J. Buote | Brenda J. Buote,SUN STAFF
Deborah D. Kendig, Howard school board member, 55
By Christian Ewell and Craig Timberg | Christian Ewell and Craig Timberg,SUN STAFF
Security Council is torn over Iraq sanctions Some members find U.S. too stubborn on demands
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
In L.A., it's back to the future
By George F. Will
Fells Point debates tax to add desired services Benefits: Homeowners and merchants want a safer, cleaner neighborhood. But some residents don't think they can afford a community district levy.
By Brenda J. Buote | Brenda J. Buote,SUN STAFF
Politics and education: a natural match
By Elise Armacost
Woman's Club receives a unique 'thank you'
By Rosalie Falter | Rosalie Falter,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Kirwan headed for Ohio State College Park president expected to announce resignation this week
By Marego Athans | Marego Athans,SUN STAFF Sun staff researcher Leigh Poitinger contributed to this article
Shooters ready for managed deer hunt Plan to reduce herd in Howard County has drawn criticism
By Dana Hedgpeth | Dana Hedgpeth,SUN STAFF Sun staff writer Dan Morse contributed to this article
Scots' nationalism - fixated on historic grudges Splintering: In the face of increasing world integration, tribalism is gaining ground.
By Lloyd George Parry | Lloyd George Parry,Special to the sun
100 years agoThe steamer Emma Giles has discontinued her...
By Robert M. Pennington from the archives of the Ann Arrundell County Historical Society
Union fort rediscovered in Va. History: About 1,100 former slaves serving in the Union forces successfully defended an isolated outpost in Virginia on May 24, 1864, against a Confederate cavalry force of about 2,500 men.
By Mark St. John Erickson | Mark St. John Erickson,NEWPORT NEWS DAILY PRESS
Ian McEwan's 'Love': Truth as falsehood
By Melvin Jules Bukiet | Melvin Jules Bukiet,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
'A March to Madness': Hooping it up
By Joan Mellen | Joan Mellen,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Denial on the campuses Demonstrably false ideas should not necessarily be protected by Bill of Rights
By Kenneth Lasson
Smokers are doing society a favor Costs: Their early deaths lead to reduced medical expenses. They pay hefty per-pack taxes. Shouldn't the rest of us be saying, "Thank you for smoking"?
By Peter VanDoren
Midyear graduations not forgotten Colleges: Usually obscure, midyear commencement ceremonies get the spotlight for a change.
By Mike Bowler | Mike Bowler,SUN STAFF
"Echoes of a Native Land," by Serge Schmemann. Knopf. 350...
By Owen McNally | Owen McNally,The Hartford Courant
Carpet store owner arrested in Florida, released on bail Westminster man wanted here for theft charges
By Sheridan Lyons | Sheridan Lyons,SUN STAFF
Yuji Yoshimura, 76, a master bonsai grower who taught and...
Redesign doesn't cut People Tree Logo: Longtime residents are quite attached to the Columbia Association symbol. Two finalists retain the tree.
By Dana Hedgpeth | Dana Hedgpeth,SUN STAFF
Helen G. Lyon Van Ness, 80, preservation advocateHelen...
Gender gap on road narrows Women are becoming as aggressive behind the wheel as men
By Marina Sarris | Marina Sarris,SUN STAFF
Carroll teacher is named Art Educator of the Year State association picks German-born instructor at Wolfe, Taneytown schools
By Ed McDonough | Ed McDonough,CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Kaczynski judge seen as smart, careful Garland E. Burrell Jr. presiding in trial of Unabomber suspect
By Sandy Banisky | Sandy Banisky,SUN NATIONAL STAFF
Duke study suggests that churchgoing aids health Attending services might help fight stress
By NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE
Domestic violence unit work praised Compassion: Caring action by the county staff encourages woman who filed complaint.
By Mike Farabaugh | Mike Farabaugh,SUN STAFF
A 'gem' offers beauty, solitude Peninsula: Millers Island, a community separated from the rest of Baltimore County by North Point State Park, has its own quiet way of life.
By Robert A. Erlandson | Robert A. Erlandson,SUN STAFF
A sweep of the life, works and attics of F. Scott Fitzgerald - and a message or two
By MICHAEL PAKENHAM
Southern coalition seeks moratorium on wood chip mills Clear-cutting of forests called threat to several rare, endangered species
By KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWS SERVICE
Open wide, say 'gadget' for dental technology Dentistry: New tools promise a less unpleasant tooth-care experience, once dentists can decide which ones are useful.
By Diana K. Sugg | Diana K. Sugg,SUN STAFF
A garden blooms in Brooklyn Park Flowers: In the middle of winter, one gardener brightens the chill with vivid color. Of course, she has a secret.
By Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan | Cheryl Lu-Lien Tan,SUN STAFF
FEATURES
Following in the tracks of pioneers' wagons Highway: The Oregon Trail runs through Idaho alongside Interstate 84, with a state park on the route where you can sleep in a covered wagon or tepee.
By Jean Allen | Jean Allen,SUN-SENTINEL, SOUTH FLORIDA
Braces are cool, but kids still hate acne
By Susan Reimer
Playing with fire The busy West Side firehouse, dubbed the 'Wild Wild West' by firefighters, is featured prominently in the Discovery Channel series.
By Sandra Crockett | Sandra Crockett,SUN STAFF
Port: The competition is sweet Wine: Producers from all over the world are making fortified dessert wines, and some of them rival the Portuguese originals.
By Michael Dresser | Michael Dresser,SUN WINE CRITIC
You heard it here first: Folks really do love snow and ice
By Jacques Kelly
New looks for a new year
By Elizabeth Large | Elizabeth Large,Sun Staff
An idea whose time has come Home: A new book attempts to codify the term 'timeless' and show how it can be used successfully in interior design.
By MICHAEL WALSH | MICHAEL WALSH,UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE
150 years ago in The SunJan. 5: Stopping of the Old City...
By Fred Rasmussen
S. Africa enjoys a boom in tourism Cape Town: Among the attractions are white-sand beaches, nature reserves, vineyards and a stunning mountaintop view.
By Gilbert A. Lewthwaite | Gilbert A. Lewthwaite,SUN FOREIGN STAFF
Enjoying a meal with a view Restaurant: At the Renaissance Harborplace Hotel, Windows offers inviting downtown scenery and mostly inviting food.
By Kathryn Higham | Kathryn Higham,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Inside an African country on the brink of revolution Language: Drama professor Denise Woods is helping "Les Blancs" actors give voice to the many difficult dialects in the play.
By Holly Selby | Holly Selby,SUN STAFF
1996 Hogue Dry Johannisberg Riesling, Columbia Valley...
By Michael Dresser
Model citizen armed for the cause
By Jean Marbella
Making another run at New Year's resolutions
By Dave Barry | Dave Barry,Knight-Ridder News Service
Walters receives $840,000 in grants
By Karin Remesch | Karin Remesch,CONTRIBUTING WRITER
The new economics of network television Analysis: Fortune offers an insightful -- and well-timed -- article about the increasing importance of hits like 'Seinfeld' to the networks.
By Don Aucoin | Don Aucoin,BOSTON GLOBE
Just Passing Through Time was short, but America kept knocking on the door of a cross-country home on wheels.
By Jill Schensul | Jill Schensul,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Improviser plays music, not merely the notes
By GLENN MCNATT
Broadway run ends for 'Triumph of Love' Closing: Today marks the final performance of Marivaux-based musical that had its world premiere at Center Stage.
By J. Wynn Rousuck | J. Wynn Rousuck,SUN THEATER CRITIC
At flower shows, ideas are the main crop Horticulture: The point of the imaginative exhibits is to get people to rethink what a garden is.
By Marty Ross | Marty Ross,UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE
A daring voyage under the Patapsco Submarine: In 1897, inventor Simon Lake invited journalists to join him aboard the Argonaut for a trip where no one had been before.
By Fred Rasmussen | Fred Rasmussen,SUN STAFF
The Gummi Baer mystiqueNow that we've had time to...
By Vida Roberts | Vida Roberts,Sun Fashion Editor
Service academy parents group gets Baltimore salute at ball
By Sylvia Badger
Fir tree can be burned in your own fireplace
Slavery in Colonial Virginia History: Exhibits and interpreters show visitors what life was like for African-Americans in the 18th century.
By Eileen Ogintz | Eileen Ogintz,LOS ANGELES TIMES SYNDICATE
Inside an African country on the brink of revolution Play: The rarely seen 'Les Blancs,' opening at Center Stage, delves into race relations -- never an easy topic.
By J. Wynn Rousuck | J. Wynn Rousuck,SUN THEATER CRITIC
Playing with fire The British documentary 'Firehouse' reduces Baltimore to a one-dimensional image -- and it isn't exactly Charm City.
By David Zurawik | David Zurawik,SUN TELEVISION CRITIC
Woven wonders Simple, sturdy Tibetan rugs, once rare outside Asia, are being discovered in the West.
By Karol V. Menzie | Karol V. Menzie,SUN STAFF
Saving their bacon Pigs: They've gone from pet of the '80s to cast-off of the '90s. Now a handful of unlikely rescuers is working to assure that orphaned potbellied pigs have a place to call home.
By Joanne P. Cavanaugh | Joanne P. Cavanaugh,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
SPORTS
For Maryland, bad things kept happening in threes
By Ken Rosenthal
In Kentucky, Goodwin puts racing career on ice
By Tom Keyser and Kent Baker | Tom Keyser and Kent Baker,SUN STAFF
Tears make coaches' votes all wet
By John Eisenberg
Duke far superior to UM, 104-72 No. 3 Blue Devils make 14 threes in worst loss at Cole since 1969-70
By Don Markus | Don Markus,SUN STAFF
Pro basketballPistons: Activated F Rick Mahorn (right foot...
Contenders are fighting for second behind Bulls
By Jerry Bembry | Jerry Bembry,SUN STAFF
Packers are well-grounded in how to weather playoffs They're in rush to repeat, but Bucs can run ball, too
By Ken Murray | Ken Murray,SUN STAFF
Kirby quiets critics, then hands off credit Hearst's fill-in gains 120, praises 49ers' offensive line
By Vito Stellino | Vito Stellino,SUN STAFF
Spalding takes Central crown Girls basketball
McDonogh, using hot early pace, rips Mercy No. 2 Eagles up record to 10-1 with 71-52 victory
By Katherine Dunn | Katherine Dunn,SUN STAFF
River Hill all-around better than Mt. Hebron Hawks' pressure, shooting too much for Vikings, 61-49
By Rick Belz | Rick Belz,SUN STAFF
Saltwater tournament will offer tutors, advice
By Peter Baker | Peter Baker,SUN STAFF
2 big early games open public school schedule
By Pat O'Malley | Pat O'Malley,SUN STAFF
River Hill loses one star, finds others Howard notebook
By Stan Rappaport | Stan Rappaport,SUN STAFF
Cowher is 'bailed out' by Steelers' defense 2
By Mike Preston | Mike Preston,SUN STAFF
Gilman takes second in tourney Unheralded Greyhounds shock 21-team field
By Lem Satterfield | Lem Satterfield,SUN STAFF
McClelland, area drivers make '97 year to remember
By Stan Dillon | Stan Dillon,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Atholton boys take crown, but girls fall to Spalding Raiders down Wilde Lake behind play of Penamon
By Stan Rappaport | Stan Rappaport,SUN STAFF
Navy sails past Loyola of Illinois Coffey's career-best 22 help top streaky Ramblers, 80-59
By FROM STAFF REPORTS
Steelers' Stewart is poised, then praised Cowher applauds QB in first playoff start
By Mike Preston | Mike Preston,SUN STAFF
No. 1 Curley pounds out another win Friars take seven titles in routing 8-team field at Aberdeen tournament
By Lem Satterfield | Lem Satterfield,SUN STAFF
Tenn. tops UConn, lives up to billing Holdsclaw's 25 lead Vols to 84-69 win before 24,597
By Milton Kent | Milton Kent,SUN STAFF
'Old Oriole' Brodie's election would be final feather in cap
By John Steadman
Langhorne's 30 lead UMES rout of N.C. A&T Fla. A&M basket at buzzer turns back Morgan, 74-73
By FROM STAFF REPORTS
'Buck' draws a crowd after first stakes win Extended family cheers victory by head in 'Wolf'
By Tom Keyser | Tom Keyser,SUN STAFF
Towson Catholic shows No. 9 rating is no fluke Jennifer, Sykes shoot Owls into early lead in 87-69 dusting of Douglass
By Derek Toney | Derek Toney,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Gait, Thunder roar in opener His 7 goals, 5 assists power 23-13 romp
By Steven Kivinski | Steven Kivinski,CONTRIBUTING WRITER
It's something old, something new for Chiefs, Broncos Playoff encounter first in rivalry's 76 games
By Gary Lambrecht | Gary Lambrecht,SUN STAFF
Champ changes for better Wrestling: Westminster's Dave Spicer won a state championship last season, but didn't stand pat. He has developed a more aggressive style and it's paid off with more success this season.
By Jeff Seidel | Jeff Seidel,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Ears burning, Coppin turns it on, 79-66 Mitchell's halftime words spur team over Del. State
By Kent Baker | Kent Baker,SUN STAFF
Blake breaks out, sparks Chesapeake rout Junior forward's 17 points, 11 rebounds foil Sev. Park in Pascal final, 53-38
By Pat O'Malley | Pat O'Malley,SUN STAFF
Johnson, Dolphins head back to square 1
By Vito Stellino | Vito Stellino,SUN STAFF
49ers power past outmanned Vikings LB Norton delivers telling punch, 38-22
By Vito Stellino | Vito Stellino,SUN STAFF
Hayfields: Tees and greens amid controversy 18-hole layout is ready, pending final zoning appeal
By John W. Stewart | John W. Stewart,SUN STAFF
Scopes on blackpowder muzzleloaders? It's just not fair game
By Lonny Weaver | Lonny Weaver,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Stevens, Towson drop Bucknell, 75-53 Mount defeats Wagner in Northeast opener
By FROM STAFF REPORTS
Composed Asheville dogs UMBC at finish Bulldogs use 10-2 run to beat Retrievers, 71-68
By Alan Goldstein | Alan Goldstein,SUN STAFF
Season needn't put freeze on fishing
By Peter Baker | Peter Baker,SUN STAFF
BUSINESS
Vistas of Turf Valley
Couple make long-admired house their own Renovation: The Halstads jumped at the opportunity to buy an old house they had always loved, then made its rehabilitation a family project.
By Jill L. Kubatko | Jill L. Kubatko,CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Realty firm adds fee Administrative charge is collected on ,,top of broker's commission
By Robert Nusgart | Robert Nusgart,SUN REAL ESTATE EDITOR
A special identity forged in tragedy Chase more popular, but still the quiet place cherished before crash
By Bob Graham | Bob Graham,SPECIAL TO THE SUN
Cost of business: The big salaries that American...
Investors told to lower their expectations
By Jerry Morgan | Jerry Morgan,NEWSDAY
Society of Surveyors names Robert Gauss Surveyor of the 0...
Merger, acquisition boom likely to continue in 1998 Unique set of factors led to 40% increase in '97
By BLOOMBERG NEWS
How a law firm might get caught between a rock and a hard place
By Stephen Kiehl
2 executives to help steer Columbia/HCA to better days
By BLOOMBERG NEWS
Every crisis opens a door Damage-control expert sees Baltimore as land of opportunity
By Mark Guidera | Mark Guidera,SUN STAFF
Battle rages for wireless customers While analog phones dominate, digital users are on the rise
By Mark Ribbing | Mark Ribbing,SUN STAFF
Expect more Internet-related gadgets in '98 Browser battle puts future of Windows 98 in doubt
By MICHAEL HIMOWITZ
Landmark status lovingly achieved Preservation: The mysteries of restoration are about to unfold at two Baltimore County Historical Trust workshops.
By Robert Nusgart | Robert Nusgart,SUN REAL ESTATE EDITOR
Co-housing project in Harford hires architectural firm
Missile launcher rivalry heats up Competition: Northrop Grumman says it has developed a missile launcher for Navy ships that is superior to the system being built by Lockheed Martin at Middle River.
By Greg Schneider | Greg Schneider,SUN STAFF
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