Ninety-eight years of editorial freedom Vol. XCVIII, No. 76 Ann Arbor, Michigan -Wednesday, January 20, 1988 Copyright 1988; The Michigan Daily Governor, to present new state budget By ANDREW MILLS Gov. James Blanchard's State of the State address tonight commences the long and often arduous legisla- tive process that will end in the ap- proval of, among other things, a budget allocation for the University. The University bases its budget upon this allocation and additional revenue, including student tuition. Faced with continued rising costs, this year the University has requested an 11 percent increase, or $50.2 million, in its state appropriation for the upcoming fiscal year 1988-89. The University's fiscal year begins July 1. Because the budget process won't end until mid-summer, officials can't be specific about tuition increases or spending cuts, although they ac- knowledge that both are necessary. RECENT bleak projections for the state's economy have made University officials skeptical they will get the full 11 percent increase they requested. "We are already hearing warning signals for the state that suggest appropriation increases in the range zero to four percent, at best," said Vice President for Aca- demic Affairs and Provost James Duderstadt, in a report to the University's Board of Regents last week. The $50.2 million request in- cludes faculty and staff salary in- creases, student financial aid, and funds for minority recruitment and retention. If the University received the full $50.2 million requested from the state, it would not need to raise tuition for the coming year. But it is not unusual for the ac- tual state appropriation to fall short of the University's request, according See STATE, Page 3 City may oppose state rent proposal By PETER MOONEY At press time last night, the Ann Arbor City Council appeared ready to oppose a bill under consideration by the Michigan state legislature that would prohibit cities from enacting rent control ordinances. Citizens for Fair Rent, a local organization, has submitted more than 5,000 signatures to put a rent control ordinance on the April ballot. Michael Appel, a member of Citizens for 'Fair Rents, spoke against State Senate Bill 583 during public comments at the beginning of the meeting. "If you feel the state legislature is better equipped to determine Ann Arbor's housing than the city council, then vote against the resolution," Appel said. He said that if council members supported "home rule" they should vote for the See LOCAL, Page 3 'U' works to Daily Photo by KAREN HANDELMAN Shaman Drum Bookstore owner Karl Pohrt (far right) looks on as his staff crowds into a corner of the store. Pohrt describes the store as "like walking into someone's livingroom." Alternative bookstofre offers selection ofschoarlyworkis resob dean By LISA POLLAK A U.S. Department of Justic ficial has urged Interim Unive President Robben Fleming to mally state the administration's to resolve the conflict overI Dean Peter Steiner's allegedly r remarks before the week's end. Fleming said last night he h to release such a statement in next few days, but wouldn'tc ment on possible plans until c pleting scheduled meetings Steiner, Vice Provost for Min Affairs Charles Moody, and Pr and Vice President for Academi fairs James Duderstadt this w "At this point we're just ta about changes in the college in eral," he said, but would not e rate. Moody and Duderstadt wer available for comment. Steine fused comment. F L E M IN G maintained "from the beginning of the inc we have had no expectatio releasing Dean Steiner," alth members of the United Coal Against Racism (UCAR) dema his removal last week. UCAR members, still anger the administration's refusal t parts of Steiner's essays speeches "racist," said they w satisfied only with Steiner's missal. "We expect more than justa mal, fancy statement. Our pos now is that we want him remo e dispute said Kim Smith, a UCAR steering e of- committee member. rsity for- But William Hall, a conciliation plan specialist from the justice depart- LSA ment's community relations service, acist said yesterday he is optimistic that the conflict can be resolved to the satisfaction of the entire University oped community, "... and no. one wants n the this done more than President Flem- com- ing." 6om- with HALL came to campus last ority week to assess the controversy and ovost mediate between the conflicting c Af- parties after he -learned of the reek, situation through the media. lking " Ien- Any time you have a major labo- official who makes comments that could be interpreted negatively, it's a serious situation," Hall said. "The re un- comments had. racial implications er re- and racial overtones." Hall has sent a report about the that controversy to the U.S. Attorney ident, General's office, but will not rec- n of ommend any specific actions to the lough University. ition This is a controversy that the anded University community in Ann Arbor will have to'solve," Hall said. U C A R steering committee ed by member Rajal Patel said UCAR will o call probably request another meeting a n d with Steiner soon. She said a-short, 'ill be informal meeting of several students dis- with Steiner and Duderstadt Monday was unproductive. "Steiner had nothing to say to a for- us," Patel said. "He said he wants to sition wait a while to do anything, to let ved," things settle down." LSA By AARON ROBINSON Shaman Drum bookshop doesn't market sweatshirts or office supplies, and it doesn't stock bestsellers. The store, unlike its corporate-owned cousins, specializes in scholarly literature on subjects ranging from archaeology to Zen Buddhism. Situated in four rooms above Wild's Clothing on State Street, Shaman Drum is named for an instrument used by a priest or medicine man in religious rituals throughout North America and Asia. The drum - like a good bookshop - signals the change from one state of consciousness to another, said owner Karl Pohrt. Shaman Drum stocks an assortment of textbooks, but Pohrt stresses that Shaman Drum is first and foremost a scholarly bookshop. Pohrt has allowed local political groups to use the store while working on fundraisers, although he only invites groups whose ideology he supports, like Amnesty International. In addition, the store often plays host to book parties, which help celebrate a local author's publica- tion. Romance Languages Prof. Domna Stanton, and English Prof. Steven Mullaney have been honored at Pohrt's parties. Pohrt has also planned a book party for English graduate student Arthur Versluis, who has published a science-fiction novel. "It's nice to have a celebration when one's colleagues are published," said History Prof. Geoffrey Eley, one of the first faculty members to begin ordering textbooks from Pohrt. Eley said his business was "a kind of subsidy" for Pohrt. "He's a very valuable part of the community," he said. And now the community has started to pay him back. "After eight years (the store) is starting to be in a healthy position," Pohrt said. Shaman Drum is gradually developing a following among students and faculty alike. English graduate student Claire Eby said it is smaller and more humane than the larger bookstores in town. "They don't treat the students like cattle," she said. University graduate succeeds in Spanish folk music scene By ALAN PAUL Four years ago, University graduate Michael Lee Wolfe went to Spain for the summer and fell in love with the country's provincialY music. He has not returned for more' than a visit since. "I had no intentions of staying, but I got involved in the music scene, though not always with suc- cess at first." Wolfe - known as the Wolfman - graduated in 1984. A native of Pittsburgh, he is the only American involved in the folk music scene of Asturias, Spain. The folk music of Asturias, a province of one and a half million people in northwestern Spain, is a far cry from the traditional stereotype of Spanish music performed by flamboyant acoustic guitarists. As- turian music is Celtic and dominated by the bagpipe. Wolfe, who has played guitar since age 10, was surprised by the unusual sound of the Asturian mu- sic. But his keen improvisational skills made it easy for him to pick it up. The first day there, he attended a Celtic music night with all local musicians that highlighted the harp. INSIDE "I had no idea what the music up there was all about," said Wolfe. "But I was very impressed with the quality of the music scene, and I -have now become an integral part of it." When he first arrived in Spain, Wolfe had minimal knowledge of the language. "I took Spanish 101 Profile pass/fail in my last semester and we all know what that means," Wolfe said with a deep chuckle. He joined his hometown friend Sy Williams, who played guitar in the streets of Leon. There, Wolfe played for five and a half months and learned the language. Williams, who has since returned to the United States, was already a successful street musician and showed Wolfe the ropes. He said he is amused - but not surprised - that Wolfe has settled into the Spanish music scene. "He came over to Spain, and didn't know the language or any- thing," Williams said. "But he just acted like he was so bad - that's just the Wolfman." Wolfe now plays the mandolin and is the principle arranger for Ubina, a seven piece Asturian folk band which is currently recording its first album. Wolfe has high aspira- tions for the album, hoping it will allow the band to expand their tour- ing beyond Spain, where they are a successful festival attraction. "Last year we did about 35 festi- vals in Spain - for 150 people to 30,000. It's very exciting," Wolfe said. "You play the best you can and let the sound system do the work," he said, adding that festival concerts are more impersonal than smaller clubs where the band performs closer to the audience. At first, Wolfe spent several months playing solo in Asturian clubs, concentrating on native American musics - including blue- grass, jazz, country, and blues - before he teamed up with Rody Juarez, Ubifia's guitarist. Juarez taught his American partner Asturian folk music and, a year and a half See THE, Page 2 Michael Lee Wolfe, a 1984 University graduate and Pittsburgh native, lives in provincial Spain where he is pursuing a career in music. . MSA elects new chair to fill vacant 'U' committees Reagan authorizes By ROSE MARY WUMMEL Students, if they want and know how, can help choose the new Uni- versity president, work on plans for the improvement of life for minori- a ties, and help draft a code. But most Campus Governance Committee.. "I think it's a very important job. It's up to that committee to see that there is student empowerment," said Kristen Cabral, LSA sophomore, and MSA representative. on University committees. Last year, the committee advertised in the Daily and on the MTS network. "There is always room for im- provement in advertising," said George Davis, former chair of the Daily readers argue over Pairs- OPINON, Page4 tsraeli folksing er David Throza.. performs at the Mendelssohn Theater tonia. ARTS, Page rearming WASHINGTON (AP) - Presi- dent Reagan yesterday authorized the CIA to resume airdrops of weapons to Nicaragua's Contra rebels, as congressional opponents worked to offset an expected presidential Contras aid. If it approves the request, the Senate would vote the next day. In a speech to administration po- litical appointees yesterday, the president reiterated his belief that only continued military nressure on >.