On This Day in Scientology History - January 27

A summary of events - pickets, deaths, births, press coverage, Scientology lectures, and more - for this day in Scientology history.

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Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Rights groups protest French anti-cult bill Religions put at risk, they Ssay January 27, 2001

Atlanta Journal-Constitution: Rights groups protest French anti-cult bill Religions put at risk, they Ssay

Ireland Picket January 27, 2001

Critics picket in Ireland
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Birmingham Picket January 27, 2001

Critics picket in Birmingham
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Clearwater Picket January 27, 2001

Critics picket in Clearwater
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Dallas Picket January 27, 1999

David Alexander pickets in Dallas, TX. Notes: 'Now Hiring' sign down permanently
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Mike O'Connor January 27, 1999

Mike O'Connor posts the first "This Day in ARS History".
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Las Vegas Picket January 27, 1998

Critics picket in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Columbian: World & Nation Briefs January 27, 1997

Columbian : World & Nation Briefs

Washington Post: U.S. Criticizes Germany on Scientology January 27, 1997

Washington Post: U.S. Criticizes Germany on Scientology

New York Times: U.S. said to step up criticism of Germany's Scientology... January 27, 1997

New York Times: U.S. said to step up criticism of Germany's Scientology...

Star Tribune (Mpls.-St. Paul): U.S. Raps German Drive Against Scientology // Both Nations Agree The Issue's Not A Major Source Of Friction, But Germany Argues January 27, 1997

Star Tribune (Mpls.-St. Paul): U.S. Raps German Drive Against Scientology // Both Nations Agree The Issue's Not A Major Source Of Friction, But Germany Argues It Must Regulate Groups That It Says Threaten Its National Well-Being.

Charlotte Observer: U.S. Blasts Germany's Treatment Of Church January 27, 1997

Charlotte Observer : U.S. Blasts Germany's Treatment Of Church

Time: Cult Control - European Governments search for ways to contain the growing influence of religious sects without endangering free January 27, 1997

Time: Cult Control - European Governments search for ways to contain the growing influence of religious sects without endangering freedome of belief (The article mentions the conviction of Jean-Jacques Mazier for involuntary manslaughter in the Patrice Vic case.)

San Jose Mercury News: At The Top January 27, 1987

(brief mention of Scientology)

Scientology v. IRS January 27, 1987

CHURCH OF SCIENTOLOGY OF CALIFORNIA, petitioner v. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE
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Los Angeles Times: LA federal judge refuses to dismiss Church of Scientology lawsuit against spliter Scientologist group January 27, 1986

Los Angeles Times: LA federal judge refuses to dismiss Church of Scientology lawsuit against spliter Scientologist group

L. Ron Hubbard January 27, 1986

L. Ron Hubbard, Scientology cult founder, died at age 74.
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Shiona Fox-Ness Resignation Letter January 27, 1984

Shiona Fox-Ness resigns from Scientology after five years in the Sea Org. Her resignation letter describes a regime ruled by terror and psychological manipulation: "In my experience, staff are degraded, intimidated and oppressed and are rendered robotic and manageable by fear tactics. I have witnessed the disillusionment, degradation and departure of hundreds of good, honest and highly dedicated staff members who have suffered through successive purges, experiencing cruel and inhumane treatment. These individuals have been severed from friends and families, their only crime being an expressed desire to see an end to injustice, suppressive and dictatorial behavior, and the blatant corruption of the tech and policy of Scientology. Staff are routinely handled with ruthless force, psychotic screaming, obscene shouting and absurd programs. Lies, trickery and treachery abound."

Paulette Cooper January 27, 1982

Paulette COOPER, Plaintiff v. CHURCH OF SCIENTOLOGY OF BOSTON, INC., Church of Scientology of California, Inc., L. Ron Hubbard, Mary Sue Hubbard, and Boston Safe Deposit and Trust Co., Defendants

Memorandum And Order By Judge Mcnaught In Paulette Cooper V. Church Of Scientology Of Boston, Et Al., Civ. 81-681-Mc (District O January 27, 1982

Memorandum and Order by Judge McNaught in Paulette Cooper v. Church of Scientology of Boston, et al., Civ. 81-681-Mc (District of Massachusetts, 1982). Motion granting substitute service on L. Ron Hubbard affirmed. Motion by plaintiff for real estate attachment denied without prejudice to renewal at a later time.

Rudiments (ARC Break) Program January 27, 1980

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Rudiments (ARC Break) Program '.
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Academies, Internships and Grade Auditing January 27, 1980

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Academies, Internships and Grade Auditing'.
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R3R Commands Have Background Data January 27, 1974

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOB 'R3R Commands Have Background Data'.
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Temperatures January 27, 1972

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOB 'Temperatures '.
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Dev-t Summary List January 27, 1969

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Dev-t Summary List'.
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FSM Breakthrough, New FSM TRs-Controlling a Conversation January 27, 1967

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOB 'FSM Breakthrough, New FSM TRs-Controlling a Conversation'.
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Clearing and OT Course Reorganization January 27, 1967

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Clearing and OT Course Reorganization'.
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Orders to HCOs January 27, 1966

L. Ron Hubbard writes SECED 'Orders to HCOs'.

Routine 2-Simplified January 27, 1963

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOB 'Routine 2-Simplified'.
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Creative Ability January 27, 1961

L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'Creative Ability'.

What Doesn't Make an Auditor January 27, 1959

L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'What Doesn't Make an Auditor'.

How to Audit an Engram January 27, 1959

L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'How to Audit an Engram'.
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Duties of Personnel Post January 27, 1958

L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Duties of Personnel Post'.
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Clear Procedure I: What It Is You Clear, Something and Nothing January 27, 1958

L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'Clear Procedure I: What It Is You Clear, Something and Nothing'.

Question and Answer Period January 27, 1958

L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'Question and Answer Period'.

OT, Inversion: Courage and Mobility Parts I and II January 27, 1954

L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'OT, Inversion: Courage and Mobility Parts I and II '.

Birth of Mimi Rogers January 27, 1954

Mimi Rogers, actor and Scientologist, is born.
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Veteran's Administration, overpayments, L. Ron Hubbard writes January 27, 1948

In response to a notice from the Veteran's Administration demanding the return of overpayments, L. Ron Hubbard writes, "I cannot imagine how to repay the $51.00 as I am nearly penniless."