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Friday, March 13, 1992 Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas 89th Year, No. 88 Paint gun fad grows Correspondent
By COTY LONG TCU Daily Skiff recalls Gulf War report." he said, "the anchors and 1 The paint guns used in recent van- By SARAH YOEST would do a '0 & A' session." dalism at TCU are part of a growing TCU Daily Skiff CNN's anchors asked Arnett to sport called paintball, enthusiasts Peter Arnett. the man who confirm that there had beeri a great said. reported from Baghdad's El Rashid deal of traffic on the road to Al- "Action Pursuit Games" and Hotel as the first bombs of Opera- Basrah, but the network and the "Paintball" magazines are both dedi- tion Desert Storm blasted the city, Iraqi government had struck a deal cated to the what they call the sport said that no story is worth dying for. that Arnett could not give out any of the'90s. "Dying for a news story defeats military information. The magazines list 12 paintball the purpose." he said. "But if we're "I said. 'There is a lot of traffic dealers in Texas and hundreds of oth- (the press) not prepared to take on the road, and not much of it is ers across the United States. risks, we'll never hear about any- civilian,*" Arnett said. Paintball players use the air-pow- thing. That's why 1 stayed in Bagh- On another occasion, the CNN ered guns to shoot round balls filled dad." anchors asked to Arnett to confirm with paint at other players. The Arnett was the CNN correspon- if sensitive strike and casualty object of the game is to shoot oppo- dent who stayed in Baghdad as information was true. He could not nents with a paintball. When players U.N. Coalition Forces bombarded say yes. but managed to confirm the are hit they are out of the game and the Iraqi capital during the Persian anchor's information. leave the playing field. Gulf War. He spoke to an audience "If I said anything." Arnett told The only playing field in the Fort of 800 people in Ed Landreth Audi- his anchors, "the Iraqis would pull Worth area is a located west of Fort torium Thursday night as part of the me off the air." Worth and owned by Fun on the Run. Distinguished Speakers Forum Arnett said that CNN's live cov- The field is open to individual sponsored by Team Bank, the Fort erage of the Persian Gulf War was players as well as teams, said owner Worth Star-Telegram and TCU a giant step in the world's move Ray Knight. Programming Council's Forums towards a global village. The rules are enforced by a referee Committee. "The Gulf War let a worldwide on the playing field. Anyone who Although his crew was in Bagh- audience see events as they hap- removes their goggles or attempts to dad at the invitation of Iraqi Presi- pened for the first time. The public wipe paint off of their clothing is dent Saddam Hussein. Arnett said could make up its own mind and asked to leave. they were under strict censorship. you could debate with your The average game takes about 30 Iraqi officials approved every bit friends." he said. minutes and most players play about of information Arnett reported and "The global village has been a dozen games in one day, Knight would often cry out. "You're giving talked about for years, but only now said. out too much detail — remember has technology made it possible." Players rent guns or bring their the rules!" while he was on the he said. own to the playing fields. phone with the CNN News Center The global village theorv argues The guns are manufactured by in Atlanta. that as technology such as fax several companies and can cost up to "1 was on the air as bombs were machines and supersonic planes S400. Some models are equipped falling, metal bomb fragments were shrink the size of the world. Earth with automatic firing and can shoot sizzling in the nearby pool, and becomes less of a group of separate, up to 50 paint balls before reloading. CNN would ask for more detail as national camps and more like an The paint balls vary in price but most the chief Iraqi official was whisper- international community, or global are about 10 cents each. ing at me to remember the rules." village. The guns are sold with a list of Arnett said. "It's a great convenience to turn safety procedures and warnings Arnett said some fancyiautwork on the television and see President against misuse. TCU Daily Skiff/ Aimee Herring was necessary to get around the Bush live or a coup in Moscow," The sport originated in California Peter Arnett, CNN's reporter from behind enemy lines during Operation Desert Storm, Iraqis' news censorship. where the International Paintball addresses the campus community Thursday night in Ed Landreth Auditorium. "After I'd give my written Set Arnett./;,;>,•( 2 See Paint, page 2 University minister relies on faith in battle of life
versity. communication major who worked The future minister became active tion for weakness as a strength." By ALFRED CHARLES Butler's co-workers sa> one TCU Daily Skiff That same year. Butler returned to with Butler during Hunger Week last in campus ministries during his col- TCU as a counselor in the univer- semester. lege years. Butler said he pursued a strength is Ins ability to not pass John Butler came of age during the sity's counseling center. When an "It's hard to approach some minis- career in higher education because it judgement on those he counsels. 1960s. opening occurred in the University ters, but not him. He's very accept- allowed him to share his faith with "~\ "I think he's great because of the The turbulent decade that spawned Ministries office. Butler applied ing," Burgess said. "He's sort of a others. w a) he lo\ es e\ er\ bods and cares for a civil rights movement, anti-Viet- for—and received the position. second father." "I have the openness lo affirm the the students in am wa\ the) need." nam protests and flower children also Now, the 50-year-old minister to Butler's own family moved sev- role of faith m higher education," he ik sa\s Carolyn Kowell, administrative produced a man concerned about the university spends his time coun- eral times during his early childhood. said. "1 am a responsible representa- secretary in the Universit) Ministries society and equality. seling students, implementing ecu- His family belonged to the Disciples tive for the church in the setting of !P? ^i office. "The social justice issues and the menical programs and creating an of Christ denomination, which But- higher education." "He's a true minister." Rowell quality of life in the community were atmosphere conducive to all denom- ler is ordained in as a minister. "I'm not trying to be a witness for said. important to me," said Butler, direc- inational worship. His working class family was John Butler's faith, but rather a wit- Most ministers, however, disagree tor of university ministries. Although some believers of a reli- poor, but Butler said growing up poor ness for the church." he adds. with man) of Butler's \iews. "My faith was important to me." gious faith say other faiths don't mat- has made him a better person. Faith is important to Butler. 1 le has an assortment of non-tradi- Butler's faith was so important ter. Butler disagrees. "You learn to accept a lot of things So important that he never ques- tional outlooks that he decided to enter pastoral min- "Different religious faiths when you grow up poor." Butler said. tioned when he discovered nine years "I don't believe in the devil or istries instead of psychology as a strengthen my faith, they don't His father worked in retail and w at ago that he had multiple sclerosis, a i / hell." he said "I don't believe homo- vocation. weaken it," he said. required to move his family often to disease of the central nervous B) S sexuality is a MII and I am opposed to His 1964 undergraduate degree Conservatively dressed and sport- find employment. tern. t capital punishment." was obtained at the University of ing a low-key demeanor. Butler The Butler family settled in Okla- "I never said 'why me?'" Butler John Butler Butler's non-traditional views Tulsa. Three years later, Butler resembles the all-knowing patriarch homa when he was in the fifth grade. says. "Faith isn't like that." stem partis from his background as a earned a master's degree from who is loving, just and accepting of Butler remained there until he left for When Butler has an episode of the everything you are physically." product of the 1960s. TCU's Brite Divinity School as well other's faults. college. disease, it makes him extremely Butler said he was depressed and During the mid-60s. Butler and his as a master's degree in clinical psy- "He's an incredible man," said He is the oldest of six brothers and dizzy. He said the disease causes angry for two years, but throughout chology from Washington State Uni- Jennifer Burgess, a senior speech sisters. muscle and ami pain and. "deals with the ordeal he now has. "an apprecia- s., Lite, page 2
Chorale chosen to participate Inside Islamic students prepare International Week Guest columnist writes for Ramadan observance in Southwest regional convention about the highs and lows of ings of the Islamic faith. The \ the university's International By ELIZABETH DE LA GARZA TCU Daily Skiff teachings, or pillars, are ways of Shawnee Mission, Kan. "We work around five hours a Week. becoming closer to God. By CHRISTINA BARNES Page 3 TCU Daily Skiff The opportunity to sing at the con- week, and it's a lot of work." she said. Muslim students attending the The first pillar is the verbal vention is not given to everyone. Cropper said she doesn't mind the university and around the world acknowledgement of one's faith. The members of the TCU Concert Shirey said. Judges select participants effort it takes to produce such a qual- Classic XVII are currently observing Ramadan, Fasting, also a pillar, is an exer- Chorale will not be heading off to the by listening to anonymous tapes of ity group. An in-depth analysis of the a month to become closer to God. cise of self-discipline and purifi- beach or to the mountains for Spring groups and then inviting those they "It's so much fun with these peo- SWC contest in Dallas. a student said. cation when a worshipper Break. feel are the best, Shirey said. ple," she said. "No one wants to let the Page 4 Ramadan is the ninth month of attempts to come closer to die Instead, the group will travel on a "This is the third time we have per- other person down, and everyone the Islamic calendar and is a time Creator. During the month of three-state tour highlighted by a per- formed at a Southwest division con- works for the same goal." for fasting and prayer. Ramadan. Muslims are prohibited formance at the Southwest division vention," Shirey said. TCU has been The Chorale will perform a variety "By fasting. 1 am obeying God from eating during the day but convention of the American Choral invited to sing at the conventions each of pieces for the convention. The and we become good worshippers they are able to eat after sunset. Director's Association in Kansas time Shirey has applied. opening and closing pieces, "Person- Outside by praying," said Khaled Alrayes. Muslims are also prohibited City. "We have a very high profile in the ent Hodie" by Lara Hoggard and a freshman radio-television-film from engaging in sexual activity "The whole essence of the trip is to ACDA," Shirey said. "The choral "Gloria" by Randol Allen Bass, were Today's weather will be major from Kuwait. while observing the month. sing for the seven-state Southwest work at Texas Christian University is written especially for TCU by com- partly sunny with a high tem- "Everything one does during "Once you can control your division convention of ACDA," said nationally recognized." posers who will attend the confer- perature of 65 degrees. Ramadan is for God." he said. desires you can achieve many Ron Shirey, Concert Chorale director. The Concert Chorale is a diverse ence. Saturday's weather will Alrayes, a practicing Muslim, things." Alrayes said. Approximately 55 members of the group with students ranging from "We are doing another piece writ- be sunny with a high of 75 said he observes the month Other pillars include praying group will perform in churches in freshman pre-majors to graduate stu- ten for us by Kevin Isaacs, a graduate degrees. because it allows him to obtain five times a day, giving to the Tulsa, Topeka and Oklahoma City. dents. of TCU, called 'Agnus Dei' written spiritual renewal. needy and making a pilgrimage to En route to the convention, the "It is an amazing group." said for and dedicated to me," Shirey said. The month is also an opportu- Chorale will also present a perfor- Jenna Cropper, a sophomore vocal nity to embrace the central teach- See Islam./jagt 2 mance for the high schools of major. See Tour, page 2 Page 2 Friday, March 13, \wrj TCU DAILY SKIFF
CAMPUSlines Campus Man by Andrew Tteutscfi CMMEUNES Life/ from page I ( Wll'l Slines h provided as Campus Police reported 'he yWRk A NfckjMAN.VOu'RE 50 WHAT.' a service to the TCU commu- following incidents in the TCU wife lived among the African-Amer- t,our/ IN «W MY WHAT BIO (TUWERNiTV. nil\. Announcements of area from March 4 to March ican community in segregated A MBWN/ 11: events, meetings and other Chapel Hill, N.C. ' Off EW WHAT A general campus information \tou HAteNo Butler said his experiences during Llf(r--V0L, should be brought b\ the Theft that era still influence his beliefs NO &PA. Skiff office. Mouds 291S or March 9- License plates about equality today. sent to TCU Box 32929. I he were reported stolen from a car "Racism is evil because it sepa- " Be/ Skiff reser\ es the right to edit in the stadium parking lot. The rates people on an arbitrary basis," he for style and taste. Texas plates read 904-ESK.. said. March 9- A color photo was Butler has been active with orga- feVrW- 1 TCI' Student Foundation reported stolen from display in ■■ nizers who plan the Black South rW/ti\w mi' is looking for excited new the North Moudy building. African Scholarship Fund; he members for the 1992-93 aca- The color photo depicted a chaired the Chancellor's Minority demic year Interested stu- man's chest with an American Task Force last semester and is dents should pick up an Hag painted on it. adamantly opposed to South African Insanity Fair by Joe Barnes application at the Information apartheid. Desk or in the Alumni Office i MINIM.il Mischief Butler served on committees for All applications are due no March 4- Windows were the Tarrant County AIDS Interfaith later than Friday, March 27. broken out of a door in the Network and Tarrant County's HIV For more information contact Worth Hills dining hall Advisory committee. the Alumni Office at 921- > March 6- A glass panel was At home. Butler said he likes to 7X03. broken out of a door in the west unwind by practicing amateur wing of Milton Daniel Hall. astronomy. Air Force ROTC will be March 10-A student's car in "I enjoy watching the stars." But- holding .i 5K Run on March the Worth Hills parking lot was ler said. "I try to do a little watching 28, beginning It X a.m. in covered from the hood to the each month." Arann (J Cartel Stadium. trunk w ith Hour and eggs. "I really have a sense of being one Registration is SI 2 before of the pieces in a fabric that I don't March 14 and SI5 afterwards. Car Fire comprehend." he said. MedaK will be awarded to the March 3- A visitor's cat Butler said the heavenly bodies top three finishers in each age parked in the health center open his horizons and keeps him alert Siege by Andy Grieser & Kail Loper category and all entrants will parking lot caught fire in the to the challenges he faces. b) be eligible lor a post -race engine compartment. The fire Also at home. Butler maintains a ar drawing tor gilts from area was put out with fire extin- close relationship with his wife of 30 merchants for more informa- guishers shortly after it began. years. Mary Frances. The two met in Ri tion, call 921-7461 the eighth grade and have been dat- Car Theft ing since high school. so Delta Sigma Pi presents March 11 - A student report- Their similarities are what keeps w "He Said. She Said." an infor- ed a car stolen from the them going. mation session on different University Christian Church "It seems like we've always been tn management styles according parking lot at McPherson and together and I can't remember a time to age and gcnclci I he session Rogers streets. not being with him." she said. Pi is al A p in March 23 m Dan "We're very much the same." th Rogers Hall Room 136. The Car Burglaries The duo's close relationship meeting is open to the public. March 11- Campus police helped them survive when John dis- caught four juveniles breaking covered he had multiple sclerosis. m TCI Showgirls Tryoutl into cars in University "It frightened all of us." she said. Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson to will be held Saturday. March Christian Church parking lot at "We've always been extremely close br 2X tioin 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Am McPherson and Rogers streets. and that made us come to grips with WANT TO BE A ONE-\N- SUREtf tW CONCEDE one interested in trying out I he Unir boys were later taken that." , CNERWGUT needs to weal B leotard and into custody by Fort Worth The middle-aged minister said he I WANT THE i/jssfiwarm of tights and meet in the Rickel Police. Police arc investigating enjoys working at the university WORLD HMJDED nc TO ME ON A, lobb) any link between the car theft because it keeps him young. SILVER PUTTER and the car burglaries. "1 get really excited about student Phi C hi Thcta Business ministries," he said. "It keeps me Fratemit) will meet on March Obscene Phone Calls alert and current." 24 at 5:30 p.m. in Dan Rogers March 11 - A Jan is Hall res- If he had to leave the university. Hall room 140 Open to all ident and her roommate report- Butler said he hopes TCU would business students ed that they had received know he tried to do his best. j/_. obscene phone calls Irom men "1 would want them to know that 1 Pre-l.aw Association the who claimed they were care about campus ministries and SMU Law School field trip is inmates at Tarrant County Jail. that I tried to contribute to a campus March 3 1 Sign up in the Polit- community that understood its place directors in this area which makes ical Science office, Sadler 205, in a global society." them send their students here." bs Friday, March 2" from page 1 Tour/ Cropper said she expects to learn a Have a safe lot from the convention. break and At the convention, the members of "It's really ideal for the music drive the Chorale hear choirs from around major," Cropper said. Paint/ from page I Islam/ from page I safely Arnett/ tmin page l the country, including two guest The convention is really interesting choirs from San Francisco and Bul- because it provides free information Players Association is based. Mecca by those who are financially garia. and exposure to many aspects of Amett said. The 1PPA has dev eloped a code of able. Shirey said he hopes to leave an music. Cropper said. Arnett said his inters lew with conduct for all players to follow. The Approximately 1 billion Muslims impression on the other directors at "The more choirs you hear, the bet- Hussein was the most important code requires that players wear pro- worldwide and 40.000 in Fort Worth the conference and gain "the kind of ter ideas you have for your own moment in his 30 years as a journal- tects e ev e w ear and headgear to pre- are observing Ramadan. respect and knowledge of the choral choir." she said. ist Before be was allowed to meet with the Iraqi president. Arnett said Siou) Uoa, COM ... he was required to strip down for a Skiff classified ads bring results to your doorstep. 921-7426. United Way full body search b> Iraqi security. 1 he security, agents made him soak Co nif Worship ir/Ux ins hands in a strong disinfectant Apply Now for the Fall Semester: qTicUiw> Married? { before be was allowed to shake nl j Rne Wedding Invitational hands with Hussein. Arnett said that if the I I.S. econ- trinity Uutheran Church • *
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Editor: Alfred R. Charles Managing Editor: Nicole Foy TCU Daily Skiff News Editor: Andy Grieser CAMEL Assignments Editor: Leanna Staley Dsnocsrh. CA.o.ra.c-f*. Opinion Editor: Jeff Jeter All-American Sports Editor: Ty Benz Mosaic Editor: Elizabeth Lunday newspaper Photo Editor: Aimee Herring Graphics Editor: Russell Fincher Ad Manager: Debbie Hooker Associated Collegiate Press Department Chairman: Anantha Babbili Publication Director: Paul LaRocque Production Supervisor: Debra Whitecotton Business Manager: Jayne Akers Drinking Don't let spring break break you All of the anxious waiting is over now. At long last, spring break is finally upon us. And while this vacation comes at a good time and is greatly needed INFLUENCING CHILDREN? by most students, it is important that we all recognize the potential dangers around us. Spring break and drinking are almost synonymous for college students. ®^««Cu Remember, if you are going to drink, don't be stupid — give the car keys to someone else. Either call a taxi or call a friend — just don't get behind the while intoxicated. In the past, this campus has become all too familiar with the grief and Take me out to the ball game tragedy that is associated with drinking and driving. There are some very sim- ple things that you can do to make sure the TCU family does not have to live guys as always. At shortstop, look for last seems that there are two teams to beat this through this nightmare again. by year's MVP Cal Ripken to continue towards year: the Atlanta Braves and the Boston Red If you are drunk, don't get behind the wheel of a car. If you are not drink- TODD Lou Gehrig's record of consecutive games Sox. I know, 1 know — what about the played. At second base, expect Julio Franco, Dodgers and Reds in the National League ing, don't let one of your friends or classmates try to drive if he/she has had TURMAN last year's American League batting champ, and what about the Blue Jays and White Sox too much to drink. Taking a few minutes out of your vacation to drive an ine- to make another run. Also, expect Ryne in the American League? No problem, and briated friend home may save his/her life. Columnist Sandberg to take another step towards Coop- here's why: the Braves, with practically erstown. At first base, Cecil Fielder will everyone back from last year's excellent While everyone enjoys a having a good time and everyone needs to blow again be the man in Motown — though this adventure, will be hungrier than ever, and the off a little steam, the tired old cliche still holds true: drinking and driving do In my last column, I used a baseball motif year he'll only hit three balls OUT of Tiger Bosox, with a quality number two pitcher in not mix. to describe the interesting developments in Stadium. At the hot comer, watch for buzz- Frank Viola, will be fulfilling their every- So as we all go our separate ways next week — whether it is to the beach this year's presidential primaries. Unfortu- headed and goggle-faced Chris Sabo to get other-year obligation to win the division. nately, my creative approach to discussing his stroke going again. For those of you who are cringing at these or the ski slopes — don't leave your common sense behind. contemporary politics was not well received. On the mound and behind the plate, there picks, allow me to make this concession — 1 Many of my readers felt that I had tricked also figures to be some interesting perfor- could be wrong. Who knows, maybe the them by using baseball lingo to talk about mances. Count on the amazing Nolan Ryan Dodgers will outhit everyone in the N.L. politics. to get no-no number 8. It's also a given that (though their sorry infield will allow just as So, in order to make amends, today I am Roger Clemens will again present his case for many runs) and maybe the Reds pitching going to write about baseball. Yes, you read eventual Hall of Fame status. Orel Hershiser staff can shut down every opposing lineup in Letter to the editor that correctly — the great American past time may even return to past glory along with the N.L. (though their hurlers will probably will be the topic of today's column. 1 am Dave Stewart. As far as human backstops go. spend too much time on the suspension list to going to resist my inclinations to sound off the man called Pudge, Ivan Rodriguez, is the be consistent). And, who knows, perhaps the Mistake about last Tuesday's outcome in the election one to watch. His arm is so good that he Blue Jays will win enough at home to stay on and address a more important topic to show could probably throw a fastball from his top of the A.L. (though they'll probably still It was a Thursday night in mid-Febru- for one year. my readers that I can identify with their true knees harder than most big league pitchers do choke in the last week of the season as usual) ary in Seattle, Washington. It was 10 My 27 year old brother is okay. He interests. from their feet. Don't, however, expect too and perhaps the White Sox can keep their bal- o'clock at night when a white '92 injured his ankle, knee, and his back, First, let me say a few things about the much from Benito Santiago. He's always ance on the A.L. tight rope (though without Chrysler flew by stationary objects on the which is now that of a 60 year old. He had game itself before commenting on the been overrated, and this year he's also over- Jeff Torborg to guide them they're just a side of the road. The car was going nearly deep thigh and chest bruises from the seat upcoming season. For the record, artificial paid. hodgepodge of young sluggers and old field- twice the speed limit. The car approached belt. turf sucks and the designated hitter is great. In the outfield, let's just say that the ers). So, you see, somebody else could be a corner but couldn't slow down in time. I have a small, close family: my The obvious arguments against turf are that Rangers. Red Sox. and the Dodgers have the around when the dust clears in September. In seconds it was all over. The car mother and her new husband, my grand- it makes the game too fast to be enjoyed and boys to watch. Between the Rangers' Ruben Well, friends, there you have it and there it creamed a telephone pole, flipped mother, and my brother. He has put us it takes away the natural atmosphere of the Sierra, Juan Gonzalez, and Kevin Reimer and is. 1 talked baseball as promised, and hope- numerous times, hit a second telephone through turmoil. My mother got sick game. The obvious arguments for the DH the Bosox's Phil Plantier, Ellis Burks, and fully redeemed myself in the eyes of those poll, and finally came to a stop on its side after the wreck. It was tough for me to rule are that it makes the game more exciting Mike Greenwell. there are bound to be plenty who I have alienated with my political next to a building. The engine kept run- deal with this family crisis over the phone (more home runs) and allows the grand old nice catches, throws, and dingers. 1 men- mumbo-jumbo. My only fear, however, is ning for a few minutes and then it was 2.500 miles away. To tell my mom that men of the game to continue playing. So tioned the Dodgers' Kal Daniels. Darryl that my comments on this subject may incite turned off. she shouldn't worry and that the neuro- there you have it. (For those of you who don't Strawberry, and Eric Davis because they are more controversy than the Ted Strout/paint A figure slowly emerged from the logical tests will go okay, or that he won't read between the lines very well, those com- likely to be the biggest disappointments. pellet business or my own previous columns jagged glass of the broken door window. go to jail (which is a distinct possibility ments are meant to prepare you for my over- Others to watch include Bobby Bonnilla. for that matter. Oh well though. 1 may at last It was a young, business-type man. His for a first offense in Washington) was not whelming bias towards the American Barry Bonds, and Seattle's boy wonder. Ken be the subject of a scathing letter to the edi- expensive suit was ripped and stained easy. I know she worries about me more League.) Griffey the Younger. But who knows how tor. with blood from his face and hands. The than ever. Having said that, allow me to get on with they'll do. clean-cut, athletic man hobbled with a 1 am mad at my brother, but 1 can't find some predictions, starting with the my Now, on to some predictions about the bent back from the wreck. A woman the words to scold him. I'm just happy thoughts on the individuals in the game. teams themselves. Though it's been said that • Todd Turman is a senior Political Science came out of the building and cared for he's alive. But was all this worth five dol- Around the horn, you can count on the same baseball is beginning to experience parity, it major from Cleburne, Texas. him until more help could come. lars or even a quarter? He could have Then the sirens came. They were not called a cab or a friend. just ambulances, but the police as well. 1 would be a hypocrite if 1 told you that My brother's life will never be the I haven't driven after a few drinks. 1 have same. He had a few cocktails after work been lucky. I'm sure that many of you International Week in review and decided to drive home anyway. The have been lucky too. My brother's only consequences were damaging and last- luck was that he had his seat belt and an Student Host Family Chairperson Mrs. Pat best events of the Week. Organizations spon- ing. airbag. And by the grace of God, the by McClard joined ISA President Isabel Casas- sor a particular country displaying artifacts My brother not only lost his car and driver's seat was the only survivable AL I-Klett of Barcelona, Spain, in the opening and providing information about the country insurance, but his job as well. He was position in the car. dedication ceremony. and a food taste to booth visitors. Several driving the company car. He owes the But luck runs out! Stop doing it before MLADENKA In addition to the dedication ceremony, the hundred students and some faculty and staff insurance company the deductible for the it stops you. This is not a story about vs week was full of all sorts of wonderful social visit the booths, receiving information and brand new car (under 2,000 miles). He death, but rather life. We can all learn Guest Columnist and educational programs, highlighting enjoying a snack. Only six organizations par- also owes the city for two telephone poles from my brother's experience. Had he countries represented by our international ticipated this year; however, that is under- and numerous traffic violations incurred played it safe, he wouldn't be paying for students. standable due to the late mailing of during the wreck. He must pay hospital his mistake for the rest of his life. Some folks have the good fortune of fre- All of this sounds great, bjt all is not well. invitations. bills, yet he has no medical insurance. I wish you all a safe break and a safe quent travel beyond the U.S. borders and are It's a shame how small the number of partic- Finally the International Student Banquet Furthermore, he will incur future bills for life. 1 also hope that you follow some of able to travel to many countnes of our globe ipants was (and has been) at the annual open- and Entertainment Program was, as always, such things as rehabilitation. my fraternity brothers and start calling each year or even each month. Others, unfor- ing ceremony; once again, the audience a tremendous success. Approximately 330 My brother will in all likelihood be con- cabs after drinking. Safe doesn't have to tunately, can manage to make only one or consisted of about a dozen U.S. students, a people enjoyed food prepared by Marriott victed of driving while intoxicated. At mean boring. two trips abroad annually, travelling to one, few faculty and staff members (usually the Food Service based on recipes provided by the very least, he will have to pay major A two, or a small number of countries. While same individuals) and only a dozen interna- international students from about twenty fines and have to do community service. still others more "unfortunately," can't or tional students. The idea and purpose of the countries. It is again regrettable that few of The biggest bill of all will have to go to Scott Stirts merely don't cross the Texas borders, much ceremony is great, but is the time and effort the students' faculty members shared in their his lawyer. When its over, the state will Senior less the U.S. or other countries' borders. of all involved worth it? It's rather embar- cultural celebration. probably take my brother's licence away Political Science (Those who do cross borders usually make rassing to have the Chancellor and the Mayor As a whole, this year's International Week every effort to do it again and again!) or designated councilman participating and was a successful global multicultural aware- Those of us as TCU who have never got- delivering messages to an audience of 24-30, ness event. Those of us involved in its plan- ten out of Texas or the U.S. are fortunate, especially when only half of them represent ning and activities express our appreciation however, in that we have 214 international the international students for whom the event to all those who participated in some way. non-immigrant students from 56 countries of really takes place. I question once again The coverage of the TCU News Service and Letter policy our globe. They bring their languages, cul- whether the event should be included. the Daily Skiff prior to and during the week tures, and country knowledge to our campus The RHA-sponsored Salute the World was, as always, great and appreciated. The TCU Daily Skiff is produced The Skiff is a member of the Asso- community, for our global knowledge program in which various residence halls Finally, we appreciate the continued sup- by the students of Texas Christian ciated Press. enhancement and enjoyment. The differ- volunteer to present a one-hour program on a port of the University's Administration University, sponsored by the journal- The Skiff welcomes letters to the ences and similarities can become known certain country ranks among the three best regarding not only International Week and ism department and published Tues- editor. Letters must be typed, double- and appreciated by all of TCU's students, events of the week. The programs generally the international student program, but also all day through Friday during the fall and spaced, signed and limited to 500 faculty, staff, administration, and the greater attract 15-30 or more students who are usu- of the more-encompassing globalization spring semesters except during finals words. Letters should be turned in two campus community — sputniks or not. ally from the residence hall involved. These actions taken and efforts being made for our week and holidays. days before publication. They must This year, the week of February 24 - 29 programs are both educational and enjoy- educational and cultural enhancement. As Unsigned editorials represent the include the author's classification, was designated as International Week. Chan- able. Its unfortunate that more of the resi- the week's theme stated, let's continue our view of the Skiff editorial board. major and phone number. The Skiff cellor Tucker, Fort Worth Councilman David dents of the hall and students of other halls efforts to "become global citizens." Signed letters and columns represent reserves the right to edit or reject any Chappell, Student Body President Ben Wal- do not attend, but even more so that the fac- the opinion of the writers. unacceptable letters. ters, ISA Faculty Advisor and Journalism ulty and staff, for the most part, do not attend. • At Mladenka is director of International Professor Anantha Babbili, and International The Taste of the World is also among the Student Affairs. Page 4 Friday. March 13, 1992 TCU DAILY SKIFF SWC Classic XVII One man offense blocks TCU's path
With Thomas definitely out for the by Classic, and little chance later in the TY post-season, Smith and Moton must BENZ stay in the game to limit the other Friday Sunday ft teams powerful inside game because every team in the conference has a Muchl3 March Pf March IS Sports Columnist potent inside attack. Without these two, the Frogs are very vulnerable 5 A6 Game T inside. After all the long hours of sweat, "We can't worry about Kurt any- work, blood and guts, it comes down more and have to prepare to play to one weekend of basketball. without him," Smith said after the That's what stands between TCU 10) Frogs last win over Rice when he and its pot of gold, the NCAA Tour- nament. outplayed Rice's center Brent Scott. One weekend of winning basket- "It's a tremendous advantage if we ball in the SWC Post-season Tourna- get him back, but right now that Game 1 flier ment and the Frogs will grab one of would be a long shot." Gael the elusi\e 64 spots that has slipped With all the foul problems inside, out of their grasp so many times the guards and small forwards need CNOM before to pick up the pace offensively. In This year could be different for TCL' because of the hardships that both of the Frogs recent losses, the the Frogs have to overcome. This guards have been cold as ice from team has handled more controversy outside, especially from three-point this year than any other Frog basket- range, which has doomed TCU to its Game5 ball team ever two losses Game 5 Winner Four players quit the team, leaving Senior guard Michael Strickland • i TCU with a seven man rotation. must break out of his recent slump if MORI Despite this, the Frogs stayed in front of the pack in the SWC and cruised the Frogs will have any chance for the NCAAs. The last two games. .on along in first place with impressive « victories over Texas. Houston and Strickland has shot only 16 percent Rice along the way to record a 20- (3-19) from the field. After his 29- win season for the first time in five point explosion against St. Louis years. four games ago. Strickland has Gme2 Game 2 Winner But the dice came up snake eyes scored only 17 points and hit only against Texas Tech—not only did three three-pointers. TCU lose the game in embarrassing 200 m fashion, but the team lost sophomore "I just tell Michael to keep shoot- backup center Kurt Thomas for the ing the ball," Iba said. "That's the season with a broken leg This forced only way a shooter is going to get out SOUTHWEST seniors Mark Moton and Reggie of a slump." Smith to man the middle with no Meanwhile senior guard Albert backups, and more importantly, no Thomas has picked up the slack. SWC Game 7 Automatic NCAA rest for the weary. Against Rice, he poured in 21 points And believe me the Frogs are CONFERENCE weary. The loss of Thomas stripped including 5-of-6 three-point shooting the Frogs' depth inside and left the in the second half to help the Frogs 130 m Tournament Bid cupboard bare. Smith. Moton and escape with a win. Against the University of Texas junior point guard Brent Atwater Cougars and Red Raiders, Thomas have become ironmen and have aver- was the second leading scorer in both aged almost 40 minutes a game. games, chipping in 12 points against But the schedule has also played a Houston and 13 against Tech. This part in the Frogs late collapse. Five of needs to continue throughout the Gn»3 Game 3 Winner the Frogs last eight SWC games were on the road. The combination of long tournament. minutes and tough road trips has But the biggest problem for TCU flOFM been deadly, and the Frogs' play has has been their one man army on shown this recently. offense. One man can't lead a team "I don't think fatigue is a big fac- to the promised land without help tor for us." said TCU head coach from his teammates, and lately Smith Moe Iba. "I hope that our players hasn't had any. aren't thinking about fatigue at the end of games, but are concentrating In the past eight games. Smith's Game6 Game 6 Winner on what we have to do to win the play has been superlative and he has game." carried the Frogs on his broad shoul- mm The last two games have shown ders all season long. The 6-10 senior just how much fatigue has effected center has averaged 18.2 points and Rice the Frogs. In losses at Houston and 12.3 rebounds the last eight games of Texas Tech, the Frogs battled all the season including a 28-point, 14 game long and stayed close until the rebound performance against Tech end, but couldn't pull it out. Two big reasons why the Frogs last Saturday in the Frogs' 76-67 Gmr4 Game 4 Winner lost to Houston and Tech was loss, while his teammates have been because both of the opponents up and down. pounded the ball inside to their star But all his scoring hasn't been 990OFM bigmen. This strategy was also good for his teammates. Juniors designed to get Smith and Moton in Allen Tolley and Brent Atwater foul trouble, and both teams were haven't had many shots, and com- successful. bined with Strickland's cold shoot- Houston consistently went inside to 6-8 power forward Craig ing and Moton's foul trouble has left Unchurch (he scored 14 points), to Smith to carry almost all of the offen- get both fouls and points, while Tech sive burden. went inside to their star center Will This one man show has made the Flemons, who responded with 25 Frogs too predictable on offense, and points. This led to an alarming prob- opposing teams have taken advan- lem for TCU—foul trouble for the tage of this. They are sending two or Skiff Frogs' inside duo of Smith and Moton. sometimes three defenders at him. In fact in both games, Moton This has made things difficult for Sports fouled out. With help from the bench, him and helped wear him down. it left lba scrambling for answers "He's the focal point of their because there's nobody left inside to team," said Houston center Charles hopes fight opposing power forwards. 6-5 Outlaw. "If you contain him then swingman Junior Graves is the tallest you'll probably beat TCU." defender left, and he is not strong you enough to stop the bulkier power for- But there is still hope for the Frogs wards. because Strickland and Thomas are This has forced lba to go to a very capable of bombing away from drive small three guard lineup. Strickland, three-point land. When those two get Albert Thomas and Brent Atwater hot, its lights out for the opponent. teamed with 6-4 small forward Allen "TCU is very potent offensive safely Tolley to play with Smith. team," said Rice head coach Scott "Going into the game, our goal was to get both Reggie and Moton Thompson after Thomas bombed and into foul trouble," Upchurch said away for 21 points. "When they start after the 50-44 Cougar win in Hous- hitting NBA threes, you're in real ton. "After those two, they don't trouble on defense because if start rack have anyone inside that can stop us." sending guys out after them. Smith "The important thing is that Reg- starts to dominate inside." gie hasn't fouled out since Kurt went This will be the key to Frogs' suc- Reunion down," lba said. "We can only knock on wood and hope that he continues cess in the tournament. If Strickland, TCU Daily Skiff/ Aimee Herring to stay out of foul trouble. In an effort Thomas, or Tolley can step up and Area! to relieve some of the pressure off relieve the pressure off of Smith, then Senior guard Michael Strickland, shown here against Texas Tech, needs to break out of his those two, we'll start sending people green pastures of the NCAAs could funk and find his outside shot this weekend in the Southwest Conference Post-seaason Tour- to help out on defense." be calling. nament if TCU is to contend for the title and gain an automatic NCAA Tournament bid. TCU DAILY SKIFF Friday, March 13, 1992 Page 5 SWC Classic XVII Frogs battle Baylor in tourney opener
games and a win in the tournament be successful, the other players on two weeks and continues to play might have been enough to get the the floor have to contribute. Despite superb defense. He chipped in 21 TCU VS. Baylor Frogs an at-large berth for the his efforts, TCU won the game in points against Rice two weeks ago NCAA's. Waco. and tallied double figures in both (21-9) (13-14) Now the Frogs only assurance of Wesley was held to only I I points contests against the Bears this sea- making the field would be to win the in the first TCU-Baylor matchup this son. What: First round of SWC Classic XVII SWC tournament, which would give season, a game the Bears won. Rebounding will be a key in the TCU an automatic berth to the "We have to make sure he (Wes- contest. Baylor controlled the glass Where: Reunion Areana, Dallas NCAA Tournament. ley) doesn't explode offensively," in their victory in Fort Worth while But all the second guessing on Iba said. "We're going to put Albert TCU out rebounded the Bears in their Game Time: Noon what TCU has to do this weekend to (Thomas) on him and see if he can win. get a bid will be for naught if the contain him." "We need to keep their big people Frogs drop their first round game TCU's hopes rest on the shoulders off the offensive glass." Iba said. By WILLIAM HATFIELD ment. against the Bears. The two teams of senior center Reggie Smith. The "That really hurt us in the loss at TCU Daily Skiff The Bears finished 13-14 overall have split the past four meetings first team All-SWC pick has played David Wesley and 4-10 in conference action, home." between them, each winning twice tremendous basketball all year, lead- The TCU Horned Frogs head into including a 64-63 victory over the While many believe TCU must on the others home court. It will be ing the Frogs in scoring and With injured 6-10 reserve center today's Southwest Conference Bas- Frogs in Fort Worth. TCU managed win at least two games this weekend ketball tournament with one mission: interesting to see how the neutral site rebounds. Smith will get his points, Kurt Thomas unable to play. Moton a split with the Bears in their regular to make it to the NCAA's, the Frogs win the championship and make the affects the outcome. but TCU needs strong efforts from is the next tallest Frog player behind season series by beating Baylor in can't look ahead to a possible NCAA 64 team tournament field. "It will be a very even game," said seniors Michael Strickland and Mark Smith. The 6'7 senior fouled out of Waco 73-63. TCU head coach Moe Iba. "Either rematch with Houston in the semifi- To do this, TCU will have to con- Moton to reach peak performance. the Houston and Tech games. His For the Frogs, an impressive team could win." Strickland went inexplicably cold leadership is invaluable to TCU. as is nals. quer their old rivals from Waco in showing this weekend is pivotal if The Bears will be led by AP SWC the last three games of the season. his height and free throw shooting "Nobody can let down in this tour- first round action which begins at they wish to make the NCAA's. TCU Player of the Year David Wesley. Following a 29-point night effort late in close contests. nament because in any given game noon at Dallas' Reunion Arena. heads into the SWC tournament on a Wesley led the league in scoring this against St. Louis, the senior guard TCU will also look to super sixth an upset could occur." Iba said. TCU. 21-9 overall and 9-5 in SWC two-game losing steak, having year, including a 33-point effort failed to reach double figures again. man Albert Thomas to come off the play, is the third seed in the tourna- dropped road contests to Houston against TCU in the game played in He scored only five and three points bench and provide needed points and The TCU—Baylor winner will ment and will face Baylor, the sixth and Texas Tech the final week of the Waco. Wesley can take control of a in the Frogs losses to Houston and defense. The senior guard has picked take on the Houston—SMU winner seed, in the first game of the tourna- regular season. A split of those two game offensively, but for the Bears to Tech. up some of the scoring slack the past in Saturday's late semifinal. Cougs, Horns lead the hunt for title
By DAVE NORDEN up with SWC Defensive Player of the Any other team would have been their hearts out every night for Iba TCU Daily Skiff Year, junior center Charles Outlaw, crippled, but UT managed to go 10- and the fans. After super-sub Kurt and senior forward Sam Mack and 6 in his absence. If Cambridge con- Thomas broke his leg. when Iba As the curtain draws on the South- Foster has a lethal front-line. The tinues his rigorous play, the looked down the line on the TCU west Conference tournament this only problem foreseen for the Longhorns certainly will advance to bench, he saw Thomas, forward weekend, players, coaches and fans Cougars is their lack of perimeter the championship game against Junior Graves and the understudies. alike share in the belief that their col- shooting. Houston. The under-manned and ill-pre- lege basketball team can capture the Senior guard Derrick Daniels and Senior forward Benford Williams pared Frogs lost must win games championship. junior guard Darrell Grayson are the provides the Longhorns with good down the stretch to Houston and The beauty of the SWC tourna- designated shooters, but their shoot- perimeter range and a capability to Texas Tech, not because of the talent ment lies in the belief that regardless ing percentage has fallen off tremen- drive to the basket and finish the play they had on the floor, but the talent of the season their favorite team dously. This allows opponent's with a hoop. Freshman All-Confer- they needed on the bench. enjoyed, the players can forget about defense to collapse down low in the ence guard Terrence Rencher and Look for Smith and the Frogs to sophomore guard B.J. Tyler give play a game from the heart, and win Penders a backcourt that is capable of a tough game from Baylor in the excellent ballhandling. but streaky first-round. The second-round brings outside shooting. When these two are the Cougars, and also an exit for the SWC FINAL MEN'S hot from the outside, the middle Frogs. An NIT invite should be in the opens up for Cambridge, Williams mail to Iba. and sophomore center Albert Bur- Rice STANDINGS ditt. Tyler also ranks among the SWC The Owls (20-10. 8-6 SWC) leaders in steals and assists, but his earned the fourth-seed for the tour- SWC Total reckless turnover-producing play nament by outlasting Texas in Rice's often negates his positive points. last game of the season. That victory Look for the Longhorns to drill should rally the Owls fans around Texas 11-3 21-10 Texas A&M in the first-round, and head coach Scott Thompson and his follow that with a revengeful victory men. Houston 11-3 22-5 over Rice, who defeated UT in Hous- The Owls are built All-Conference ton 103-97 last Tuesday. This leaves honorable mention center Brent TCU 9-5 21-9 Texas in a showdown with Houston Scott, who showed the ability to for the third time this year, this one. dominate the paint this season. For Rice 8-6 20-10 however, isn't hooked by the 'Horns. the Owls to succeed in the tourna- TCU ment, it is vital that Scott demand the Texas Tech 7-7 15-12 In what originally looked like a ball and receive it from the Rice storybook season for the Horned guards in the right position. Baylor 4-10 12-15 Frogs (21-9, 9-5 SWC) at the start, One of Scott's major faults lies is turned into a nightmare. The night- his lack of agility around the basket. SMU 4-10 10-17 mare began when reserve players When he receives the ball in the post, TCU Daily Skiff/ Amiee Herring Bobby Frain, Ken Fiedler, David however, there simply are not many Reggie Smith slams for two against Texas Tech. The Frogs Texas A&M 2-12 6-20 Preston and Paul Tramble quit the players in the conference that can play in the Southwest Conference tournament this weekend. team just before Christmas. This stop him. Above average outside forced Iba to give the team's man- shooting, believed to be one of Rice's Owls springs 1 lard\ and Moore open bright spot. Baylor showcases AP the gloom of the regular season and lane and deny Outlaw, Mack and for open three-point field goal SWC Player of the Year, David Wes- hurdle each obstacle this weekend in Upchurch the ball. attempts. Other coaches around the le\. in the backcourt. Weslej WM route to post-season glory. Foster assembled a difficult non- conference should take a lesson from among the conference individual Teams such as Texas, Houston conference schedule before the sea- Thompson's ideas. leaders in eight different statistical and TCU enjoyed remarkable sea- son, which has certainly helped the Rice will certainly earn a bid to the categories during the season. Both an sons, which should earn them invita- Cougars in the regular season, and NIT after stinging I exas and win- offensive and defensive stalwart, tions to either the NCAA will benefit the team in post-season ning 20 games. Wesley poses many problems for the Tournament or the National Invita- play. Look for the Cougars to tram- Texas Tech opponent. tional Tournament. Rice, Texas Tech ple SMU in the first-round, eliminate The Red Raiders (15-12, 7-7 Watch for Baylor to give TCU a and Baylor scored upsets over the TCU in the second-round and finally SWC) look to ride on the back of All- battle, but fall short to the dominance elite teams in the conference, but beat Texas to win a trip to the NCAA Conference center Will Flemons to of three-point gunners Michael hopes of anything more were shat- Tournament. the tournament championship. Strickland and Albert Thomas. Bay- tered on nights when these teams Texas Wishful thinking would be an lor certainly employs the talent that looked lethargic. SMU and Texas The first-seed in the SWC tourna- understatement in this case. Tech could make them compete tor the A&M showcased arguably some of ment (21-10, 11-3 SWC (features the improved their team spirit and title next season. the worse exhibitions in the game of best coach in the conference, Tom morale with a trouncing of third- SMI; basketball every time the teams Penders. When Penders arrived in seeded TCU in the last game of the The Mustangs (10-17,4-10 SWC), stepped on the hardwood. Dr. Nai- Austin from the University of Rhode regular season, which enabled Tech like Baylor, look to redeem them- smith rolled over in his grave many Island a couple years ago, Longhorn to sweep the season series from TCU. selves in the tournament for having a times this season. fans expected a quick transformation That should be a cause for jubilation miserable season. Head coach John Each team's analysis of possibili- into an NCAA Tournament-caliber on the pan of Red Raiders fans, after Shumate may have worn out his wel- ties for capturing the championship team. a dismal season last year. come in Dallas, as a result of his lack provides a unique look to legiti- Penders made that transformation The Red Raiders will unravel of stable recruiting, but will try to mately decide whether the Horned indeed, but with talent like Travis against the up-and-coming Rice repeat last year's first round tourna- Frogs stand a chance. Mays, Joey Wright and Lance Ow Is, but great things are on the hori- ment upset of the Cougars. Houston Blanks, Texas played SWC exile zon for Texas Tech. Juniors Tim Mason and Mike Wil- It is hard to describe the Houston Arkansas to a draw each season. This Bavlor son lead the Mustangs into the battle Cougars, who finished 22-5 (11-3 in season, Penders did a masterful job The Bears (12-15. 4-10 SWC) with favorite Houston in the first- SWC), as underachievers but Pat incorporating both youth and experi- look to salvage their season with a round and will for help from, guard Foster's squad certainly consists of ence into a team that will earn an victory over rival TCU in the first- Chad Allen and center Greg Kinzer. the richest talent in the conference, invitation to the NCAA Tournament. TCU Daily Skiff/ round of the tournament. After hav- Texas A&M and should have gone undefeated in After being suspended to start the Michael Strickland jams home two points against Rice. The ing high expectations coming into The Aggies (6-20. 2-12 SWC) conference action. In regular season season, senior All-Conference for- Frogs open the SWC Post-season Tournament against Bay- the season, head coach Gene Iba has topped their season off by beating play, the Cougars placed in a first- ward Dexter Cambridge arrived on lor at noon today in Reunion Arena in Dallas. seen bil talented athletes under- Texas Tech in the final game of the place tie with Texas for the champi- the floor with 15 games remaining achieve all season. A classic example season. That was the highlight, but onship, but because Texas beat them and started dominating immediafley. of this is a loss suffered by Baylor to their first-round matchup with Texas twice, Houston received the second Certainly the most talented and best ager a uniform, an unknown walk-on assets, is aptly manned by senior lowly cellar-dwellers Texas A&M m certainly will be the lowlight. seed in the tournament. frontcourt scorer the Longhorns from Miami a uniform and an aging guard Dana Hardy and junior guard their last game of the season. A vic- The Aggies will try for a Cin- The Cougars present match up showcased, Cambridge also geology professor a practice jersey. Marvin Moore. tory over TCU would ensure that the derella story tournament and hope problems for their opponents both rebounds, passes and plays tenacious Luckily for Iba, the players that Thompson's belief in stressing the Bears* season would not end on such that the dynamic duo of David because of their size and their quick- defense. Imagine TCU without Reg- remained on the team, such as fundamentals of the game of basket- a low note, yet prove beneficial to Edwards and Damon Johnson will ness. All-Conference senior forward gie Smith or Texas Tech without Michael Strickland. Albert Thomas. ball is highlighted in the perimeter build on for the start of next season. lead to an upset over mighty Texas. Craig Upchurch is as versatile as any Will Flemons, and you would equal Allen Tolley, Mark Moton, Brent shooting attack the Owls possess. A Although it has been a tragic sea- Expect the Aggies to be the player in the conference. Team him Texas without Dexter Cambridge. Atwater and Reggie Smith played series of high screens run by the son for the Bears, there has been one LonghornS' first victim. Page 6 Friday, March 13, 1992 TCU DAILY SKIFF
The Ruthless, Rogueish Reviewer strikes again! Two issue-oriented comedies to ponder as you lounge in the sun
by along the way. Afar stronger and more ambi- Carl Kozlowski "My Cousin Vinny" was writ- tious film is the potentially TCU Daily Skiff ten by Dale Launer, who was controversial "Article 99," which responsible for "Blind Date," features Ray Liotta of "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" and This week I'm looking at "Goodfellas" and Kiefer "Ruthless People." This script is Sutherland, in his best work two new movies that probably his most inconsistent explore the worlds of the ever, at the top of an amazing — the film is half an hour too courtroom and our nation's cast. long and takes forever to really health care system. Don't worry, "Article 99" is trying to be a pump up the laughs. But when "Catch 22" for the '90s, replac- they're not documentaries; in the big humor scenes emerge ing its wicked, black-as-night fact, they're comedies, or claim about an hour into the film, satire of war with an almost- to be. they're almost worth the wait. comic nightmare of what hap- One stars Joe Pesci doing his Director Jonathan Lynn of usual whiny, abrasive thing. The "Nuns on the Run" makes pens to war heroes seeking care other features an all-star cast that "Vinny" claustrophobic. The in U.S. Veterans Administration puts the best efforts of Pesci and hospitals. Liotta is the voice of his cohorts to shame. u u cool reason and leadership in the "My Cousin Vinny" is the lat- film. He is a doctor who has Joe Pesci stars in "My Cousin Ninny" as Vincent Gambini, a lawyer fighting to save two est film featuring Pesci, the most ■ My Cousin I [ spent seven years at a hospital clients who have everything against them —including the fact that Vinny has never been in annoying Italian actor in the ■ Vinny 1 that keeps its costs down by ■ a courtroom before. Photo courtesy of Twentieth Century Fox. business — yes, even more C J denying war veterans the treat- annoying than Sylvester ■ ment they need. promotion in exchange for rat- Whitaker. Kathy Baker. Lea over-thc-top while others lack Stallone. Pesci, of course, plays ■ Sutherland is a new resident ting on the actions of Liotta and Thompson. Keith David and the extra bit of "oomph" that Vinny Gambini, a man who ■ Article 99 i who is shocked at the VA's lurid finally passed his law bar exam his other cohorts. The film soon great character actors like John would have made this a classic. ■ conditions. He appears to be like on the sixth try — a stunning B+ I roars on into a tense showdown C. McGinlcy, Julie Bovasso and ■ all the rest of the new medical But the script by Ron Cutler, record of ineptitude. between the veterans and federal Jeffrey Tambor. You may not staff—just using his time in the who seems to have come out of Vinny is called from his New n forces. know their names now. but you VA as a launching pad to a glam- nowhere, is a grade-A marvel. York City home, where he has "Article 99" rivals "JFK" in will recognize and appreciate film feels compressed; too much orous private or hospital prac- Overall, "Article 99" is a great been in practice all of six weeks, having the best, talent-packed their faces on screen. of it takes place in the same tice. But Sutherland meets a film, but beware that it may to defend his cousin Bill (Ralph cast of recent years. Liotta and The film's director. Howard indoor locations. Although the patient, played by Eli Wallach, leave you feeling a bit more edu- Macchio) and his friend Stan Sutherland are just top-of-the- Deutch. doesn't quite succeed all last hour is hilarious, it could who has been suffering for years cated than entertained. Score it a (Mitchell Whitfield) on trumped- have used some relief from the linc: they are joined by Forest the time. Some scenes arc a little up charges of murdering a con- and who teaches Sutherland to B+. wood paneling of the courtroom. respect his patients as the heroes venience-store clerk while trav- Pesci, Tomei, and Gwynne are they are. eling through the Deep South. the only actors to make much of Vinny arrives in the small- Sutherland soon finds himself an impression. Macchio is strug- town dressed from head-to-toe in gling to find ajob outside of engaging in midnight raids on STUDENTS We want to be your black leather and boots, and "The Karate Kid," but he has lit- supply closets with Liotta and a $9.25 accompanied by his girlfriend, NEIGHBORHOOD NIGHT TIME RESTAURANT tle to do here. Pesci relics on the few other renegade doctors, who PT Openings in Retail Mona Lisa (Marisa Tomei). who same old tricks in every perfor- have to steal in the dead of the Flex. Around Classes Hot Sandwiches Soups Pizza Baked Potatoes Chili seems an airhead al first but mance, while Tomei starts out as night just to get the surgical sup- Call for Appt 377. Super Salad Buffet Homemade Pies Cakes Cookies gradually emerges as a sharp a grating stereotype before plies that their patients desper- assistant in the case. The two Brownies emerging as an enjoyable comic ately need. These scenes are clash with the small-town resi- TRAFFIC TICKETS actress. 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