What happened on March 19, 2004
NEWS
Prison sought for preacher in solicitation The Rev. Craig Stephen White will be sentenced today for trying to solicit sex from a West Chester teen. By Kathleen Brady Shea INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Let U.S. outsourcing flourish By Amy Ridenour
It's time to be scared . . . meatless By VANCE LEHMKUHL
Teacher Report
Plan may end 33-year-old desegregation suit in Phila. Plan may bring end to desegregation suit By Susan Snyder INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
SEPTA union leader toasted for contract She took the helm at a stormy time, rode out mutinies. By Jere Downs INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Where We Live
District worker: Diversity lacking A building engineer said few managers were minorities. Vallas agreed work needed to be done. By Susan Snyder INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Some on City Council are wary of proposed cuts The mayor's plan to close recreation facilities is not the best way to reduce costs, skeptical members said. By Nathan Gorenstein and Angela Couloumbis INQUIRER STAFF WRITERS
Bush: No appeasing terror Visiting troops in Ky., he told nations they cannot live "at the mercy of gangsters and mass murderers." By Ron Hutcheson INQUIRER WASHINGTON BUREAU
Keeping City From Drowning In A Pool Of Red The Street Budget Is Prudent And Well Thought Out
N.J. finds 'clean elections' tempting After a campaign cycle that included record spending, ethics legislation suggests easing into public funding. By Kaitlin Gurney INQUIRER TRENTON BUREAU
Imploding A Lifetime Of Memories By WILLIAM C. KASHATUS
The yet-untried ways to fix Phila.'s schools By Ruth Curran Neild and Elizabeth Useem
Councilman seeks reversal of recent changes to rules Michael A. Nutter said that revisions that took power from Council President Anna C.Verna caused tension. By Angela Couloumbis INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Jazz veteran proves he's still a young cat By Kevin L. Carter FOR THE INQUIRER
Street's budget: Tweaks, fine trims Some cuts are bigger, such as all Art Museum funding. The mayor urged his foes to "listen and compromise." By Marcia Gelbart and Michael Currie Schaffer INQUIRER STAFF WRITERS
Haddon Twp. official calls on citizens to take action Kathleen Hogan told a crowd of 150 she wants to improve the town, not take the mayor's job. By Kristen A. Graham INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Group envisions historic progress for area tourism By Judi London
A Year in Iraq General: Iraq attacks won't end soon Baghdad chief cites progress, frustration By Carol Rosenberg INQUIRER FOREIGN STAFF
Catherine Nelson, 84, teacher active in church, community By Joseph A. Gambardello INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Appeals judge dismisses Fumo ballot complaint Flaws in the affidavit were not a "fatal defect," he said, adding that a state clerk overstepped authority. By Thomas Fitzgerald INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Iraq, one year on Too great a toll in lives with too vague a purpose By Mary Ellen McNish
Bristol Twp. flap on bridge work roils The contractor has been awaiting payment for nearly six months. A review citing poor work is being disputed. Bristol Twp. bridge work flap continues By Dwayne Campbell INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Nation/world Daily News wire services
A Year in Iraq Waging War, Seeking Peace A year later, war in Iraq fuels political conflict at home By Dick Polman INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
A new plan is needed to retain teachers in Phila. By Christopher Paslay
And winter officially exits tomorrow. Just remember: March snow has no staying power By Anthony R. Wood INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
A Year in Iraq A pessimism despite Hussein's fall One couple, glad to see him gone, lament the occupation, the uncertainty, a lack of security. By Ken Dilanian INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Taiwan's referendum aims to speak volumes A Closer Look A special presidential election By Tim Johnson INQUIRER FOREIGN STAFF
A high-flying count of N.J. bald eagles The state's annual survey found a record 178, showing a strong rebound continues. By Joseph A. Gambardello INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
A physician who became ideological leader for al-Qaeda "If he is captured, it is a major, major blow," said one expert. Zawahiri's anti-Western views go far back. By Andrew Maykuth INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
For the young, time to pay
Tenants propose Street for PHA chair The request surprised him, the mayor said. He has been By Anthony S. Twyman INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Letters
Hussein's plunder of $10 billion alleged Congressional investigators say his regime took advantage of the U.N. oil-for-food program. By Anastasia Ustinova INQUIRER WASHINGTON BUREAU
Poland says it's weighing early troop exit from Iraq The president said life there was improving. But he also said he had been "misled" about weapons. By Matthew Schofield INQUIRER FOREIGN SERVICE
Iraq, one year on Democrats won't admit this war is a great success By Tom Adkins
Rescuing Hubble - via robot With a shuttle repair mission deemed too risky, NASA's chief is seeking an unmanned alternative. By Robert S. Boyd INQUIRER WASHINGTON BUREAU
State must restore $78 million funding to needy schools Supplemental aid will go to 20 Abbott districts. But actual gains will probably be far less than expected. By Melanie Burney INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Bad words for Bono and Stern The FCC reversed a staff ruling favorable to the singer. But unlike a radio company, he avoids a fine. By Daniel Rubin INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
New Catholic school set for county The elementary school to be built in W. Brandywine Twp. will serve up to 900 students in five parishes in the booming area. By Martha Woodall INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Frequent writers get under his skin!
State: A good year for deer control Game officials said the effort to manage the state's herd through hunting worked in its second year. By Don Sapatkin INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Supported by several clerics, 3 gay couples marry in N.Y.C. About 25 ministers and rabbis said the City Hall ceremony was a matter of "justice and freedom." By Miriam Hill INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Fumo and the DRPA Money How to win friends and wield influence
Scalia, in detailed reply to critics, says he will not quit Cheney case By Stephen Henderson INQUIRER WASHINGTON BUREAU
Pgw Giving Bill-paying Customers Gas Pains
Why are they tearing the Vet down, Dad? No implosion could eradicate the wonderful times spent in this undistinguished but beloved venue. By Frank Tobolsky
Courtney Love flashes and clashes in N.Y. By Tirdad Derakhshani INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Stuck in the past, on Pinelands roads Dirt roads offer taste of travel in 19th century The path to the 19th century remains unpaved. By Joseph A. Gambardello INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Urging drivers to watch for walkers The Valley Forge Center shopping strip in Upper Merion put up pedestrian-crossing signs to increase safety at a busy intersection. By Larry Fish INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Families feel the strain of deployments Some wait and worry for loved ones in Iraq. Others are trying to adjust to a permanent loss. By Edward Colimore, Oliver Prichard and Natalie Pompilio INQUIRER STAFF WRITERS
Full-service living for over-55s Ashbridge Manor, Downingtown, Chester County By Sheila Dyan FOR THE INQUIRER
Letters
Hopes rise for return of 'Real World' Government officials, unions, and the show's producers were talking. The show left Philadelphia amid a labor dispute. By Michael Klein INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Majority rules - like a tyrant Thornbury's way: Government by purge. By Bob Martin
Chesco redirects pension money The Swarthmore Group, under scrutiny for poor performance, lost control of some of what it manages. By Nancy Petersen INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
David M. Miller, 79; directed center for mentally disabled By Sally A. Downey INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Tredyffrin woman admits making false police reports Her many calls to police often involved dead animal parts. She will get treatment. By Kathleen Brady Shea INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Sweden's Nordic mythology series depicts ancient runes By Dominic Sama FOR THE INQUIRER
Tied together, couple enter surf; wife dies She was 72. Police revived her husband, 74, on the Ocean County beach. Officials said a suicide note was found. By Troy Graham INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
ENTERTAINMENT
'Dawn' rises above its gore By David Hiltbrand INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Prize winner from Iran about class and despair By Steven Rea INQUIRER MOVIE CRITIC
New beginning for End Crash led to creative renewal. By Patrick Berkery FOR THE INQUIRER
Long ordeal begets 'blessing' Illness, transplant, then car crash. By Kevin L. Carter FOR THE INQUIRER
'Dawn' launched a run of zombie films By JEROME MAIDA -- For the Daily News
The film invades our 'comfort zone' By JEROME MAIDA -- For the Daily News
How the 'Deads' compare By JEROME MAIDA -- For the Daily News
Farce's plot ill serves players and set By Douglas J. Keating INQUIRER THEATER CRITIC
Zombies go back a long way in Hollywood By JEROME MAIDA -- For the Daily News
An inside-the-institute home run By Dana Reddington INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Too bad this Tracy is no Hepburn By Desmond Ryan INQUIRER THEATER CRITIC
Following 'Sunshine' director's creative arc By Steven Rea INQUIRER MOVIE CRITIC
Courtney shows off & makes news with stand HOWARD GENSLER Daily News wire services contributed to this report
Military couple in double isolation By Howard Shapiro INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Trilogy's farce is slow to froth By Carrie Rickey INQUIRER MOVIE CRITIC
Short Takes Reviews by Daily News movie critic Gary Thompson, unless noted
Leaving never a dull moment By Lloylita Prout FOR THE INQUIRER
An artist clever enough to make clouds By Edward J. Sozanski INQUIRER ART CRITIC
On the trail of a serial killer, Jolie trips over cliches By Steven Rea INQUIRER MOVIE CRITIC
Music straight from her harp Hainen to perform 'doozy' of a concerto By TOM DI NARDO For the Daily News
'The Graduate' utterly fails to make the grade on stage By David Patrick Stearns INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Thanks for no memories In "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," Jim Carrey is a man who wants to purge all memory of a love affair. By Steven Rea INQUIRER MOVIE CRITIC
It's a tragedy: A flawed 'Othello' at the Annenberg By Howard Shapiro INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Music, maestro, please: Sawallisch to conduct 3 pieces By TOM DI NARDO For the Daily News
Trouble's coming to the Khyber By SARA SHERR For the Daily News
Ah, Grasshopper: A 'Kung Fu' set By Jonathan Storm INQUIRER TELEVISION CRITIC
SPORTS
Pistons give up 71 but still rout Nets FROM INQUIRER WIRE SERVICES
Kwan sportswoman of year Daily News Wire Services
Woods 1 back in bid for history at Bay Hill By Joe Logan INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Wake Forest edges past VCU, 79-78 FROM INQUIRER WIRE SERVICES
A's re-sign third baseman Chavez FROM INQUIRER WIRE SERVICES
Delsea's White has certainly been taking to the shot put By Josh Egerman INQUIRER SUBURBAN STAFF
Flyers lose power to Leafs The NHL's top-ranked power-play team went a costly 1 for 8 last night. Flyers fizzle on power plays in 3-2 loss By Tim Panaccio INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Ellis is fired at Auburn THE INQUIRER STAFF
Kentucky goes its own way Despite their unorthodox lineup, the Wildcats are top seeds. By Kevin Tatum INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Emmett, Texas Tech win with selfless play By Mike Jensen INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
A No-Sweat Situation Hawks breeze to Round 1 win St. Joe's breezes to win in Round 1 By Ray Parrillo INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Pippen mulls return to Bulls next season Daily News Wire Services
Galloway agrees to Bucs' deal; Keyshawn on the way to Dallas Daily News Wire Services
Kapanen may play defense in playoffs By Tim Panaccio INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Kwan sportswoman of year Daily News Wire Services
For openers, a shocker Nevada stuns Spartans for first tourney win Daily News Wire Services
Women's coach at TCU is arrested By Mel Greenberg INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
With 43 points, McNamara lifts Syracuse to win FROM INQUIRER WIRE SERVICES
Baseball wants tougher drug policy Daily News Wire Services
West Catholic's Leach blazes at U.S. meet By Ira Josephs INQUIRER SUBURBAN STAFF
Galloway to decide on Tampa Bay offer FROM INQUIRER WIRE SERVICES
Phillies' future aces show that they'll be back By Todd Zolecki INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Bettman: Lockout can be avoided Daily News Wire Services
Baseball fires back on steroid issue By Jim Salisbury INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Bell still making plans to return soon By Todd Zolecki INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
For Cousart, the right choice He picked Holy Ghost Prep, a school that will play for the state title tonight. By Rick O'Brien INQUIRER SUBURBAN STAFF
Sixers' playoff hopes aren't exactly high By Joe Juliano INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Manchester United to return to Linc Daily News Staff Reports
BUSINESS
Charming Shoppes reports increase The Bensalem retailer's fourth-quarter gains came from closing stores, layoffs, and increasing sales. By Tom Belden INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
U.S. to file first WTO case against China The complaint alleges that the Chinese tax system favors domestic producers of semiconductors. U.S.: China is breaking WTO rules By Ken Moritsugu INQUIRER WASHINGTON BUREAU
Mr. 401(k) returns to his roots Father of 401(k) has new business Ted Benna spawned a $1.5 trillion market. His new firm runs plans for small businesses. By Todd Mason INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
LIVING
Best seats in the house Home theaters are a hot ticket. But only the popcorn costs peanuts. By Diane Goldsmith INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
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