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Print edition for November 25, 1996

The hot list
Source: Toy Manufacturers of America
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TODAY
Las Vegas repays Aeros at Houston
Sunday's victory avenged Friday night's 4-3 shootout loss to the Aeros at the Thomas & Mack Center.
Correction
* A story in Wednesday's SUN on the recent NAACP election contained two errors. The local chapter membership is more than 1,000. Chester Richardson served as chairman of the election supervisory committee.
Horton fires four coaches
Steve Carp
"Maybe it's (Bob) Davie," he said.
Timber protest: Was it worth Golden Gate gridlock?
Or did the activists' efforts backfire, succeeding only in riling up a medley of tourists, joggers, and bicyclists who were stranded when the famed span was all but shut down for five hours?
Zippety Doo Dah
A self-proclaimed "illegal alien voter from Mars" ridiculed Rep. Bob Dornan, the out-going Orange County Republican known for his militant opposition to illegal immigration.
Nuke warheads on sunken Russian sub reportedly leaked
And, said the Examiner, despite Soviet and U.S. assurances there was no contamination, it was the first case in which weapons-grade plutonium leaked from a submarine into the ocean.
Board to address technology academy's future
Teresa Hinds
Options 1 and 2 call for building a comprehensive high school and keeping ATA's business and computer magnets within the new school.
Broadbent a plus for monorail
Jeff Schweers
Just ask Clark County Aviation Director Bob Broadbent, who has been tapped by the County Commission to oversee construction of a monorail system for the Strip.
Rookie first to million
Holding on to a share of the lead going into the final round of the ITT LPGA Tour Championship and being in position to become the first LPGA Tour player to win $1 million in a season made it awful hard for Karrie Webb to sleep Saturday night.
Warriors gut it out
Bob Cloud
Jermial Smith capped an 85-yard fourth-quarter drive with an eight-yard touchdown run to put Western ahead in the fourth quarter. Smith then provided the insurance with a 34-yard interception return for a score just five plays later, as the Warriors rallied to beat McQueen 18-10 and win the 1996 Class AAAA state football championship Saturday night at Sam Boyd Stadium.
LPGA Championship
LPGA Championship
Fugitive's 23-year flight ends
"There are some estimates that he may be worth $50 million," said Bobby Lloyd, a deputy U.S. marshal in Denver. "They were big high-rollers, country-club types, golf and tennis every day, black-tie affairs," Lloyd told The Knoxville News-Sentinel.
Brothers accused of knifing boy in Henderson park
The victim was among six people who had gathered in the park about 11:35 p.m. Saturday when Carlos Miranda, 25, and two others walked up and began verbally harassing them, police said.
Lady Rebels turn over game to Arkansas St.
Steve Carp
Twenty-seven miscues spelled doom for McClain's team Sun day as Arkansas State took advantage and pulled away down the stretch at the South Gym to win the UNLV Desert Classic, 78-66.
Lopez won't play more next season
THE NUMBERS
Despite feeling as if she has recaptured some of the magic she had earlier in her stellar career, Hall of Famer Nancy Lopez is not about to increase her playing schedule in 1997.
Clark to miss at least two games
THE NUMBERS: UNLV maintained its domination in the series, extending its record to 9-0. The Rebels also improved to 13-1 in Thomas & Mack openers and 31-8 in home openers overall. ... Keon
It started out so well for Keon Clark. Seven quick points. Five spectacular blocked shots. Five rebounds. He was dominating UNLV's season-opener by himself.
$10,000 fine proposed for chlorine leak
The Air Pollution Control Hearing Board will decide in January whether the plant near Henderson violated pollution laws and how much it will pay.
Bayno hot in wake of Rebels' near loss
Steve Carp
One would've been used in the UNLV locker room, the other to be placed in the media interview area.
Christmas thefts can be thwarted
This year, they will have them in the form of a new citizens watchdog program called SHOP -- Safe Holiday Observations Patrol.
Campaign finance reform laws take effect this week
Cy Rayn
CARSON CITY -- New political campaign-financing rules take effect Wednesday, including one to limit the money political parties and caucuses can pour into a candidate's campaign.
This Week's Notables
* Curtis Martin, Patriots: 141 yards, 35 carries, 1 TD vs. Colts.
Pride's on line in Wendy's Three-Tour Challenge
Representing the Senior PGA Tour team will be Hale Irwin, Raymond Floyd and Jim Colbert. Colbert was a last-minute replacement for Jack Nicklaus, who withdrew from the event late last week because of recurring back and hip problems. Nicklaus, Floyd and Irwin teamed to win the Three-Tour Challenge last year at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio.
Early defeat of term limits is predicted
Jim Abrams
Another virtual certainty is that, once again, the measure will not pass.
Sports Briefs: Flutie, Toronto win CFL crown
Flutie battled through blowing snow and arctic temperatures to lead the Toronto Argonauts to a 43-37 victory over the Edmonton Eskimos Sunday night in the Canadian Football League's Grey Cup at Hamilton, Ontario.
NFL Roundup: Boom! Cards make noise in East
Barry Wilner
No, it wasn't.
Kids' picks
* 1. BRAIN WARP by Tiger. A fast-action electronic verbal command game. The toy testers liked it best because "it talks and makes sounds," "has different games" and "it's challenging and you have to pay attention."
Time set for Sands implosion
Cathy Scott
Law enforcement officials are advising people to stay in their homes and hotel rooms and watch the 44-year-old Sands hotel-casino's tower, scheduled to be razed between 2 and 3 a.m., live on television.
Thunder 3, Aeros 1
Second Period -- 2, Las Vegas, Gendron 12 (Demitra) 2:58. Penalties: Jaques, Houston (roughing) 11:48; Shuchuk, Houston (cross-checking) 15:11; Conroy, Houston (slashing) 16:59.
Weekend drug bust nabs eight
The arrests culminate a two-month investigation by agents and officers from the federal Drug Enforcement Agency, Metro Police and Nevada Division of Investigations into a street gang that authorities say "controls" the area around 21st Street and Sunrise Avenue.
5-21 UNLV in volleyball tourney
The Rebels (5-21 overall and 3-13 in the WAC) will be the 12th seed in the 12-team, single-elimination tournament and will face No. 5-seed Utah (19-11, 10-6) Tuesday at 3 p.m. The winner of the UNLV-Utah match will meet fourth-seed New Mexico in the second round Wednesday at 3 p.m.
Wages hike prices of 12 Christmas gifts
However, Las Vegas dance officials and musicians union representatives say don't blame the local artists for the rise in the Christmas Price Index, which has been issued each November since 1984 by the PNC Bank of Philadelphia.
The Good Hand people
David Renzi
Don Fette has lost his feet. Good thing Art Vuolo is around to lend a hand.
Demo Party chairwoman to leave Feb. 1
"I put in 25 to 40 hours a week for the party," said Jenkins, 56, a Clark County deputy assessor. "I want my life back."
New life breathed into ACLU
By Steve Kanigher
The state chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union has a new executive director and 11-member board that will meet in Las Vegas on Dec. 7 to form committees and discuss priorities.
New water board to decide on how to fund project
The Southern Nevada Water Authority board will get three new members at year's end. Its chairman, County Commissioner Paul Christensen, will be among those replaced.
Cities clamor for cleansing
A nude club in Victorville closed earlier this year after the preacher held prayer meetings there, said City Councilman Jim Busby.
Friends remember Clark Santini
Santini is credited as being the driving force behind the park's creation.
Auditions set for O'Neill play
For further information, call 895-3666.
Toying around: Old favorites are expected to lead sales this holiday season
Pauline Bell and Alison Calkins
Parents and toy industry analysts say that's because there are no "gotta-have" blockbusters to match Cabbage Patch dolls or Mighty Morphin Power Rangers this year.
Tennis Roundup: Becker defeated -- for Pete's sake
"To be part of such a match is a highlight of my career," Becker said Sunday after Sampras beat him 3-6, 7-6 (7-5), 7-6 (7-4), 6-7 (13-11), 6-4 in the ATP Tour World Championship final at Hanover, Germany.
High praise for Denton
Tim Graham
But as time went by and comments were exchanged, it was clear there was much more to it. Yes, it was a meeting between what was and what's to be, but on an entirely different level.
Where I Stand: Rebels learn some of life's lessons on basketball court
If there has been one of life's enduring messages it is that good things are worth the effort it takes to get them, and those who are willing to settle for less usually get it.
Lack of blockbuster toy won't deter sales increase
Alison Calkins
"The lack of a blockbuster license this holiday season will leave room for any toy manufacturer with a great new product to make its mark," said toy industry analyst Sean McGowan of Gerard Klauer Mattison.
Waiting is the hardest thing for Simmons
It was all there. But for Kevin Simmons, something was missing. Instead of wearing shorts and sneakers, he was decked out in a denim shirt and boots. Instead of running up and down the floor, he was anchored to a seat at the end of the bench.
Clinton claims win on tariffs
David Thurber
The communique ending the 18-government summit went beyond the language recommended last week by ministers and partially met U.S. demands for loosening restraints on the global market in computers, semiconductors, software and telecommunications gear.
Investment firms disappoint SIIS
The companies may be fired if they don't improve in the next three months.
Medical examiner must ID skeleton found near lake
Three women found the remains Saturday afternoon while hiking in an area north of Lake Mead Boulevard, about 100 yards north of the entrance sign to Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
Metro sees shakeup in executive posts
Cathy Scott
"I have been experiencing a great deal of frustration recently at not being able to accomplish the things that I know need to be accomplished in this job," the 55-year-old Barker said today. "Because of that frustration I think it's better for me to step aside and let someone else do it. I'll return to an assignment similar to ones I've held in the past and that I was successful at and satisfied with my level of performance."
French rock star wows 'em
Angie Bluethman
Hallyday, 53, is hardly known in the United States, but in France, the James Dean-style rebel has remained the country's most beloved pop star for decades.
Wall Street rejects state's bid for higher bond rating
Fitch Investor Service has notified state Treasurer Bob Seale that Nevada will retain its AA rating when selling bonds. An upgrade would have meant millions of dollars in savings when Nevada issues bonds or debt in the future.
Sports book directors: Miami in a good spot
Bob Cloud
The Dolphins (6-5) are currently 2 1/2-point favorites against the Steelers (8-3) after opening as a 3-point choice. The over/under has remained constant at 42. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. on ABC.
Del Papa warns of bogus credit-clearing claims
Bob Shemeligian
Accurate negative information on your credit report cannot be removed, no matter what a repair service promises you.
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