Byline: Dave McNary Daily News Staff Writer
Mickey Mouse's parent announced Monday it will launch a round-the-clock cable cartoon network in spring in a direct assault on the rival Cartoon Network.
Toon Disney will roll out April 18 and be offered only to operators already carrying the Disney Channel as a basic component. The move by the Burbank-based entertainment giant underscores the success of Time Warner's Cartoon Network, launched as a 24-hour channel more than five years ago.
``Disney clearly has its sights set on Cartoon Network, which has been very successful,'' said Jill Krutick, a Smith Barney analyst. ``Disney is clearly playing to its …
