On This Day in Scientology History - January 9
A summary of events - pickets, deaths, births, press coverage, Scientology lectures, and more - for this day in Scientology history.
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New York Daily News: Gatecrasher: Will Power Boosts Scientology January 9, 2008
Will Smith has joined the ranks of Hollywood power players actively recruiting for the Church of Scientology. Big stars traditionally distribute "wrap presents" to crew members after completing a film. His recent gift after wrapping next summer's comedy "Hancock" was a card good for a personality test at your local Scientology center.
Columbia Daily Tribune: Scientology Exhibit Won't Help The Mentally Ill January 9, 2007
The "Industry of Death" exhibit is sponsored by the Church of Scientology and makes a host of outrageous claims about the field of psychiatry. Regardless of its tax-exempt status, the Church of Scientology is more like a pyramid scheme than a church.
New Straits Times: Sued for Various Reasons January 9, 2004
A German woman, Vivien Krogmann Lutz, 23, sued her Scientologist parents for, amongst other things, sending her to Saint Hill and destroying her health. She received 35,000 Euros (RM167,000).
National Post: Icon Accused of Fleecing Celebrities January 9, 2002
U.S. security regulators trying to piece together an investment scam that reached the highest levels of Hollywood - and a number of unsuspecting Canadians - have banned the alleged operator from ever associating with a financial advisor. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission handed down the punishment following negotiations with former Wall Street icon Reed E. Slatkin, who is accused of running one of the largest Ponzi schemes in American history. Authorities say Mr. Slatkin, an ordained minister in the Church of Scientology, offered people huge returns on investments.
Sun Herald: The IRS Sold Out To Scientology For $12 1/2 Million January 9, 1998
Sun Herald : The IRS Sold Out To Scientology For $12 1/2 Million
San Jose Mercury News: Stephanie Drozdiak, 76, Force Behind Opera S.J. January 9, 1996
(brief mention of Scientology)
San Jose Mercury News: Slower Than A Speeding Bullet When Attention Deficit Disorder Is The Diagnosis, A Lot Of The Wrong Questions Get Asked. January 9, 1994
(brief mention of Scientology)
Iltalehti Newspaper, Helsinki: Scandal in Presidential Palace - Three of President Koivisto's bodyguards exposed as Scientologists. January 9, 1990
Iltalehti Newspaper, Helsinki: Scandal in Presidential Palace - Three of President Koivisto's bodyguards exposed as Scientologists.
The County Court of Dijon Condemns Narconon Exec in Dorfmann Case January 9, 1987
The County Court of Dijon, condemns the director-assistant of the Narconon center of Grangey-on-Ource for nonassistance to someone in danger in the death of Jocelyne Dorfmann. Dorfmann had been in long-term treatment for epilepsy. While on the Narconon program, she suffered a seizure. She received no treatment for it, and died. The county court held Narconon responsible for her death.
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Departmental Mini Programs: The Key to Achievement Exec Series 20 January 9, 1980
L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Departmental Mini Programs: The Key to Achievement Exec Series 20'.
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Los Angeles Times: US District Judge comments on Scientology case January 9, 1976
Los Angeles Times: US District Judge comments on Scientology case
GO Note January 9, 1975
Scientologist Mitchell Hermann writes a handwritten note stating "I attest that I have placed and am running an FSM at Silver [code name for the IRS] and am attaching the accompanying documents as evidence."
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Checklist for a Strategic Plan January 9, 1967
L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Checklist for a Strategic Plan'.
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Viability, the Make-Break Point of an Org January 9, 1967
L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Viability, the Make-Break Point of an Org'.
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International Changes or Area Changes of Address January 9, 1966
L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'International Changes or Area Changes of Address'.
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Accounts, Invalidating January 9, 1966
L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Accounts, Invalidating'.
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Accounts, Invalidating January 9, 1966
L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'Accounts, Invalidating'.
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International Changes or Area Changes of Address January 9, 1966
L. Ron Hubbard writes HCOPL 'International Changes or Area Changes of Address'.
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Bad Indicators January 9, 1964
L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'Bad Indicators'.
Twenty-Ten, 3D Criss Cross January 9, 1962
L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'Twenty-Ten, 3D Criss Cross'.
Engrams; The Rock Engram January 9, 1959
L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'Engrams; The Rock Engram'.
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Obnosis January 9, 1957
L. Ron Hubbard gives a lecture, 'Obnosis'.
An Essay on Management January 9, 1951
L. Ron Hubbard dictates the article 'An Essay on Management'.
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