DEADLINE DESIGN

Judged by George Berke, design director, The New Orleans Times-Picayune, designed the 1997 Pulitzer Prize winner, "Oceans of Trouble"

First Place
Randy Mishler, The Arizona Republic, "Major Downer"

"I thought there was some first-rate work here. I like especially the 'Major Downer' stock page, which nicely integrates headlines, graphics, refers and photo. I like the way it intrudes into the nameplate."

Second Place
Chuck Henrikson, The Arizona Republic, "It's History"

"The McGwire page is nicely understated. The two photos compliment each other beautifully. The baseball is a really nice touch; very nicely executed and not overdone. The rest of the page is toned down enough to make the McGwire package stand out."

Third Place
Bob Satnan, The Arizona Republic, "Two Planes Collide"

"...especially good because of the breaking graphic explaining the accident."

Honorable Mention
Sid Steketee, The Arizona Daily Star, "John Glenn Returns to Space"

"...clearly should be a winner, the idea of the countdown is terrific. It's only an honorable mention, however, because the typography and presentation don't quite measure up to the great idea."