August 2000
August 2000
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Features
LBJ's Living LegacyExclusive photos of four generations of Johnsons—from Lady Bird to little Claudia Covert, age two—and sixteen members of LBJ's inner circle, plus their remembrances of a man whose powers of persuasion were truly awe-inspiring. The Man Who Saved LBJWho deserves credit for Lyndon Johnson's newly burnished reputation? Harry Middleton, the director of the LBJ presidential library, who made hours and hours of White House audiotapes public—and in doing so, remade history. Plus: Listen for yourself as Johnson describes Vietnam as "just the biggest mess that I ever saw". Roger, Over and Out?At 38, Roger Clemens, the greatest pitcher ever to emerge from Texas, is no longer carving up the American League like he used to. Is the Rocket about to flame out? |
Suddenly SusanSusan Dell, the wife of Michael and the owner of a pricey couture salon that bears her name, is the perfect symbol of the new, mega-monied Austin. So what if its thunderstruck natives don't know quite what to make of her? Meet the Capital City's designing woman. Painting the TownsAlthough Johnnie Swearingen was one of Texas' best self-taught artists, his riotous paintings of his native Washington County were anathema to some of the local gentry. Now, in a satisfying twist, the works are proudly displayed at the Chappell Hill Historical Museum. Call it artistic justice. Free Greg Ott!In 1978 a Texas Ranger was killed during a drug raid on the home of Greg Ott, a North Texas State graduate student. No one really knows what happened that night, but Ott was charged with murder and sentenced to life in prison. Today, everyone agrees that he has paid his debt to society—everyone, that is, but the Texas Rangers. |
Columns
ArtMaster BuilderFrom Fort Worth's Amon Carter Museum to Houston's Pennzoil Place to Dallas' forthcoming Cathedral of Hope, architect Philip Johnson's grand vision for Texas is set in stone. BusinessMerge AheadIn the fifties and sixties James Ling built LTV into one of the country's powerhouse companies. But after three decades out of the spotlight, what's his plan today? |
TravelSun SpotFor a laid-back coastal paradise that's reminiscent of the Greek Islands in the seventies, pack a bathing suit and head to Montezuma, Costa Rica. But be forewarned: Half of the adventure is getting there. High TechCybersleuthsPut down that mouse and no one gets hurt: Meet a band of investigators in Houston and Dallas who are pulling the plug on a wave of computer crime. |
Miscellaneous
Around the StateHouston audiences get their fill of "Tamalalia 2000." Plus: High school baseball players carry the Mantle; a candid camera captures presidents and their families; Bill Cosby says the darndest things; and music fans pay the Price. State FareWatermelon Gazpacho With Passion Fruit SorbetBe the king of all that you sorbet with a passion-filled dessert from Anthony's in Houston. Texas PrimerHerman and George R. BrownHow much money has the Brown Foundation given away since 1951? ReporterBlood BrothersSixteen years ago, rookie filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen changed Austin with a Simple plan. Roar of the CrowdDefending John Cornyn. Hot CDsThe Return of Wayne Douglas |
Hot CDsInto the NewHot CDsThe Spectacular Johnny HortonHot BooksThe Eye of Horus |
D's use the spectre of Karl Rove to raise money (Tue Jul 1 at 12:20 AM)
Oh Big Brother, Where Art Thou (Fri Jul 4 at 9:30 AM)
Clay Felker (Tue Jul 1 at 11:15 AM)
Madam, I'm Adam (Sun Jun 22 at 4:34 PM)
Eating Vancouver (Mon Jun 30 at 10:04 PM)
