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July 15, 1985
James L. Simpson
Body Of Elders
Sun City Kingdom Hall
Surprise
13016 Elm Street
Surprise, Arizona
Dear Mr. Simpson:
I am in receipt of your letter dated July 9, 1985 to Mr. William Minette. He has asked that I represent him in this matter. Further, he has requested that I write you to request any further communications be directed to him at this office through me.
Any efforts to make a pronouncement or take action regarding Mr. Minette's status as a Christian, his moral character or any other statements which may possibly affect his relationship with others will be viewed as a violation of Mr. Minette's constitutional rights, in fact, violation of his First Amendment rights. In addition, we will seek assistance from the Superior Court of Maricopa County or from the United States District Court in Phoenix, Arizona to protect those rights if necessary. In doing so, my client has requested that I seek attorney fees.
In order to avoid this expense and unnecessary action, we ask that any previous statements or comments, that may have been made in regard to Mr. Minette be withdrawn or disclaim as the case may be.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely, |
David Burnell Smith DBS/kpm
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(To our knowledge, nothing was announced on the platform. A few friends/friends and relatives have done this and some of their JW relatives/friends still are willing to talk with them some (just because it was not 'announced'). We know their "announcing" your name on the platform is an official "smear" tactic. That should not be allowed by us.)