Print edition for October 13, 2000

Bullring at LVMS points standings: Bandoleros: 1. Justin Johnson 736. 2. Joey Mogar 682. 3. Joshua Gross 665. 4. Alex Haase 651. 5. Kevin Terrell 594. 6. Eric Chelberg 580. 7. Bear Rzesnowiecky 525. 8. Justin Waters 493. 9. Jim Bunty Jr. 447. 10. Rob Russell III 182. 11. Ryan Ayers 74. 12. Travis Nutz 46.

Henderson planners reject senior complex: Greg Harman; Rejecting the advice of the Planning Department, the Henderson Planning Commission denied a zone change on land in the McCullough Hills Planning Area for a senior citizen apartment complex.

New air quality agency inches closer to creation: The process for creating a new, regional air quality agency took a step forward Thursday with approval by the Regional Transportation Commission of an interim committee.

Guinn panel proposes cuts in predecessor's pet projects: CARSON CITY -- A task force appointed by Gov. Kenny Guinn to make state government more efficient has started to chip away at some of the educational and social hallmarks of his predecessor, Gov. Bob Miller.

Group to seek support for health care reform: Jeffrey Libby; Conference

School Board challengers question policies: Terry Webster; Student achievement, the School Board's new Policy Governance program and the goals for Superintendent Carlos Garcia are among the top issues facing the board as the general election nears.

Thursday's prep results: Boys Soccer

17 U.S. sailors are confirmed dead: ADEN, Yemen -- U.S. investigators converged today at this port where an apparent bomb attack on a refueling U.S. destroyer killed 17 sailors. Military planes evacuated the 33 injured to Germany and the east African country of Djibouti.

Company that owns music conference closes: Jo-Ann Geffen of JAG Enterprises said EAT'M leaders have been trying to make contact with representatives of Solutions Media Inc., Carlsbad, which laid off employees and has a disconnection recording on its telephone.

Preseason favorites to clash: Spencer Patterson; All games 7 p.m. unless noted

Obituaries for October 13, 2000: Charles William Baucher, 75, of Las Vegas died Thursday in a local hospital. He was born Dec. 31, 1924, in Celina, Ohio. A resident for 10 years, he was a retired sheet metal worker and a World War II Marine Corps veteran.

Suspect in boy's disappearance arrested by FBI: Greg Tuttle; The man at the center of one of Southern Nevada's most notorious police cases is behind bars today on a firearms charge unrelated to the disappearance from a school playground 22 years ago of a 6-year-old boy.

Columnist Muriel Stevens: Verandah offers fine food, ambience to match: The Verandah restaurant at the Four Seasons is all things to all diners, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is also a delightful place to dine -- it's beautiful, peaceful and relaxing, and there's a handsome terrace for al fresco dining.

Sound Check -- Geoff Carter: 'Finished Symphony' epic finish for Hybrid: Thank you, Shawn Fanning. Without Napster -- the file-sharing service you created to promote and distribute bootlegged Metallica tracks -- I might never have discovered Hybrid's "Finished Symphony." I was searching for John Digweed's club mixes because while my tired old carcass won't fly at discotheques anymore, I like to listen to the remixes and, you know, pretend that my looks haven't gone and that my muscles haven't completely atrophied.

The Movie Guys: 'Lost Souls' needs to find its story: Grade: Jeff B, Dave D

LV casino supplier reports lower sales and a loss: Sales of its casino table game equipment and other products in the latest quarter of $5.3 million were down from $6.4 million in the year-ago quarter. The company blamed the decline on a lack of significant casino openings and expansions as well as delays in casino openings.

Online gambling system to be tested: Coast plans to launch on-line betting for Nevada residents within a week, the Wall Street Journal reported. But board member Dennis Neilander said the system's software has yet to be approved.

Three Nevadans aboard damaged ship: Lippold was student body president at Carson High in his senior year. He graduated in 1977 and entered the U.S. Naval Academy.

Columnist Brian Hilderbrand: Tracy looking to ride perfect wave at Surfer's: Paul Tracy's goal for this weekend's CART Honda Indy 300 on the streets of Surfer's Paradise in Australia is anything but modest.

Pro tour at SportPark: Pro tour at SportPark

Caesars' 'Magical Empire' continues to amaze -- for now: Joe Delaney; Caesars Palace's "Magical Empire" ranks as one of Las Vegas' best entertainment buys, especially when you include a three-course dinner, starting with a nice, crisp, green salad, a main course with a choice of beef, chicken, fish or a vegetarian plate, plus a sumptuous dessert and coffee.

Soccer: UNLV women shut out: Utah (8-6-1, 1-2) scored three goals in one minute to take a 3-0 lead early in the first half, and added the final goal at the 59:09 mark. Anita Pedford had three shots on goal for UNLV.

Losing bidder raises questions on Guinn's seniors drug program: CARSON CITY -- One of the losing bidders for Gov. Kenny Guinn's new seniors prescription drug program says it could have provided a better deal for the state's low-income elderly.

Columnist Steve Guiremand: Thank you, Mike Garrett: Steve Guiremand; UNLV coach John Robinson recently suggested that BYU build "a two-story statue" of retiring LaVell Edwards and put it in front of Cougar Stadium.

LV carpet cleaner sues over agreement: In a Clark County District Court suit, Kevin Edgar/Robert Edgar Inc. sued PMC and its owners, Richard Wright and Paul Candeleria, alleging it lost business because the defendants sold a machine that advertises carpet cleaning services to its competitor, Flood Brothers of Las Vegas.

Jones lured into seemingly competitive governor's race: Editor's note: This is the sixth and final excerpt from the new book, "The Anointed One," by Sun political columnist Jon Ralston. This series is exclusive to the Sun.

Vegas cell phone firm sues former salesman: In a Clark County District Court suit, KDR Inc. sued Steven Kent, whom it hired as a salesman on Dec. 17, 1999, alleging it lost business when he started a rival business by allegedly using KDR's list of suppliers, franchise agreement and established client base.

Janitor's cleaning procedure may hold key to killer's fate: Kim Smith; Two years after Jessica Heaney died in a condo clubhouse bathroom, the fate of her accused killer may rest on when the bathroom stall was last cleaned and whom it was used by.

Writer receives asylum: Erin Neff; Donors

Ralph Siraco's selections for Saturday's races at Santa Anita: 1st Race -- Good Journey - Draws good rail post for the mile turf opener, Solis scales Dollace trainee, good spot to get Good Journey. Setting The Stage - Top jock Espinoza on Shirreffs trainee for the Thoroughbred Corporation, draws middle post, respect connections. Value Play -- Corporate Sale

Compensation bill OK'd: The Senate passed compensation for former Cold War workers late Thursday, a major victory for thousands who labored to build the U.S. nuclear arsenal.

Columnist Joe Delaney: Comedy greats should have Las Vegas homes: Joe Delaney; Well into our 34th year as the Sun's entertainment columnist and critic, we thought it would be interesting to share a few observations with you ... Shecky Greene made us laugh longer and harder than anyone we have ever witnessed anywhere in more than 65 years of show-going ... Buddy Hackett, in a much different manner, ranks right there with Greene.

Datebook for October 13, 2000: Community College of Southern Nevada's Planetarium presents "More Than Meets the Eye" at 6 and 7:30 p.m. Fridays and 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, through Nov. 18. Tickets are $3.50; $2.25 students and seniors. Call 651-4759.

McDonald recall petition filed: Erin Neff; Former Las Vegas City Councilman Steve Miller filed this morning an official recall petition to oust Michael McDonald from his office.

Harsher animal abuse laws to be proposed: Jace Radke; The recent abuse of two pet dogs may lead to stronger animal abuse laws in Nevada, according to the president of a nonprofit animal organization.

Gaming Board postpones vote on Rosemont casino: Emerald Casino Inc., the development group behind the project, applied more than a year ago to move the license for its defunct East Dubuque riverboat to Rosemont.

Mayor received death threats before break-in: Keith Paul and Erin Neff; A Metro Police lieutenant responded to Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman's home last month not just because of a common auto break-in, but because of previous threats on the mayor's life, Undersheriff Richard Winget told the Sun.

Vegas nutritional supplement firms in litigation: In a Clark County District Court lawsuit filed Tuesday, Nova and Lake Trop sued Nutri Pharmaceutical Inc., alleging it had no right to foreclose on the property because it had allegedly breached an agreement to advance a loan of up to $250,000 and had allegedly supplied defective nutritional supplements.

LV receiver sued over sale of property: Ron and Lydia Sweatt, who formed Motor City III LLC with Robert Katzman, said they jointly owned the property at 3510 West Hacienda Ave.

Internet shopping firm to open center in North Las Vegas: Ellis is the broker of the 280,000-square-foot Northport Business Center where Webvan, an Internet grocer, is leasing space for its new call center. The Northport center, owned by Jackson-Shaw/Northport LP, is near the North Las Vegas Airport.

DA may not pursue Metro cases against McDonald: Erin Neff; Citing insufficient evidence to win a conviction, District Attorney Stewart Bell was expected today to decline prosecution of two Metro Police cases against City Councilman Michael McDonald.

Internet casinos may win if NCAA wagering ban OK'd: David Strow; An irony is becoming more obvious in the effort by Congress to curb both Internet gambling and sports betting in the United States.

Las Vegas-Little Rock flights planned: The Dallas-based airline plans one round-trip flight a day beginning Feb. 11.

Three LV companies look at Missouri casinos: David Strow; At least three Las Vegas companies have expressed interest in purchasing riverboat casinos in Kansas City and St. Louis from Station Casinos Inc., knowledgeable observers following the matter say.

Local news briefs for October 13, 2000: Metro Police this morning continued investigating the death of a man in his Rhodes Ranch home and searching for his girlfriend.

SYSCO to build 1,000-employee distribution center in LV area: The company, which has more than 356,000 customers and 40,000 employees nationwide, will build the $25 million, 250,000-square-foot plant at an undetermined location.

World's top motocross riders headed for MGM: A field of 26 riders will be competing for a grand prize of $100,000 from the $300,000 purse in the two-day event, which runs Saturday and Sunday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

Nevada sailors avoid injury in blast: WASHINGTON -- Two Nevada sailors and ship captain Kirk Lippold, who once lived in Carson City, were unharmed Thursday when a bomb blast ripped a hole in the Navy destroyer Cole.

Saturday's horse racing entries: Post Time 12:30 p.m.

Casino accused of violating festival trademark: In a Clark County District Court lawsuit, Royal Festivals said it owns the trade names "San Gennaro Italian Feast," "San Gennaro Italian Food Festival" and "San Gennaro Feast and Feast of San Gennaro."

Wells Fargo closing two Las Vegas branches: The bank announced Thursday that it will consolidate or close four branches -- two in the Las Vegas area -- resulting in the expansion of the offices they replace.

LV contractor sued over worker benefits: In a Clark County District Court suit, the Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local No. 3 alleged Grove is liable because it had hired Catello Tile and Marble Inc. as a subcontractor and Catello allegedly failed to pay the fringe benefits.

Anti-Defamation League to issue complaint about ad: Cynthia Luria said she has received complaints about the ad, which depicts a martial-arts battle between a Caucasion superhero and a villain called Evil High Price portrayed by an Asian actor. The ad ends with the Asian character in a headlock using an exaggerated accent, filmed out of sync with the dialogue to satirize poorly dubbed Japanese movies.

Washington news briefs for October 13, 2000: WASHINGTON --The Senate on Thursday passed two spending bills, including the budget bill for the departments of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban Development.

Firm wins trademark order against Vegas firm: The Ohio insurer, which said it owns trademarks including Great American Insurance Co., Great American, The Great American Connection, The Great American Insurance Group, Great American Lender Services, Great American's Rest Assured Hotel/Motel Program, sued Great American Financial Group and its president Kamlesh Kumar in U.S. District Court in August.

Columnist Sal DeFilippo: Bucs' Alstott, Eagles' McNabb throw away golden opportunities: Sal DeFilippo; If only Donovan McNabb and Mike Alstott could have traded places.

Bankruptcies for October 13, 2000: Gary D. Poh Sr., formerly doing business as J&G Vending, 4550 Stenrose Way, filed for Chapter 13, listing assets of $150,397 and liabilities of $198,432.

Japanese businessman files suit against LV couple: Takaya Nagahara, who visited Las Vegas in 1997, was convinced to invest in a restaurant, karaoke nightclub and hostess bar catering to Japanese tourists and local customers by Yutaka and Toshie Miyauchi, the suit says.

Barbara Greenspun remembers 1964: Hank's vision realized with university: Hank assisted it in every way he could and he even was willing to donate land on which to build the university. He was as proud as the founders when Nevada Southern graduated its first 28 students. As I recall, Nevada Southern students were required to attend the University of Nevada, Reno for a couple of semesters before they could qualify for degrees.

News of the day: 1964: Story: Nevada Southern hands out diplomas to its first graduating class in ceremonies today in the campus gymnasium.

Editorial: Confusion reigns over polling results: But this year's polling has shown contradictions. It's not uncommon on the same day to read that one national poll has Al Gore ahead in the race for the White House, but a different media poll has George W. Bush in front. Not only is this confusing, but it also seems that there are more polls this year than ever before. It would be nice, then, if these same news organizations would rethink spending a fortune on polling -- and getting dubious results in the process. They might even try what would be a novel approach by today's standards: actually ...

Editorial: Probe into drug pacts is needed: The commission is basing its investigation on concerns involving a 1984 law that was supposed to bring about more competition between brand-name and generic drugs. But one of the legislation's authors, Rep. Henry Waxman, D-Calif., is worried that some of the law's incentives have been manipulated to delay competition.

Joe Delaney remembers 1964: Shecky Greene at the Riviera: Joe Delaney remembers 1964: Shecky Greene at the Riviera

Lietzke bids farewell to Desert Inn course: Victoria Sun; PGA Tour veteran Bruce Lietzke's final hurrah at the Desert Inn Golf Club Thursday afternoon wasn't much of a party.

Kids expand creativity at Busytown: What: Busytown exhibit

Rebels hope to meet challenge in big-game atmosphere: Steve Guiremand; So this is what it's like.

Where I Stand 1964 -- Hank Greenspun: Nevada Southern grads give LV new stature: I had an opportunity to break bread with some of the state's top educators and local citizens who have had much to do with the growth of Nevada Southern.

Columnist Dean Juipe: No relief for weary Frenchman: Dean Juipe; Every golf fan in the world likes Jean Van de Velde and they always will.

Where I Stand -- Mike O'Callaghan: Clerk protects records: If it ain't broke, don't fix it. This is my message to the 2001 Legislature. Past legislators have determined that the clerk of the court function shouldn't be separated from the county clerk. Nevertheless, another run is being made by some judges to not only make records, but then have the power to control access to those records.

Tony, Tony, Tony: Revitalized Orlando navigates the Riviera: Who: Tony Orlando.

Letter: 'Notch Babies' need help now: JOSEPH CONTE

UNLV won't lack manpower: Steve Addy; (x-denotes walk-on)

Well-traveled conductor leads Iceland Symphony: When: 8 p.m. tomorrow.

Letter: Abuse of Blu not surprising: Animal abusers are mean, sadistic creeps who are the scum of the Earth. Since animals cannot speak for themselves, it is up to humans to be their voice and do whatever it takes to have laws changed so their suffering by the hand of man will stop.

Letter: Many differences between GOP and Democrats: The Republican Party is for big business and low taxes for the rich. The Democratic Party is for labor and working people.