Freemen fraud case shown as epic in opening statements
Prosecutor Jim Seykorn described the Montana Freemen case as fraud of truly epic proportions driven by hatred of the United States. He outlined a plan to fund a self created government through a $1.8 billion hot check scheme with over 4,000 bogus checks. LeRoy Schweitzer and other leaders disputed federal authority while two defendants pleaded guilty and agreed to testify.
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Ex Klans leader arrested in Mississippi firebombing case
Former Ku Klux Klan imperial wizard Sam Bowers was arrested on murder and arson charges in the 1966 firebombing death of civil rights leader Vernon Dahmer. Also charged were Charles Noble and Deavours Nix, with arraignments slated for Thursday.
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AOL Settles with 44 States Over Price Change Notices
AOL agreed to pay 2.6 million and notify 12 million subscribers at least 30 days before price or service changes. Michigan AG Frank Kelley said the deal ends misleading practices by requiring upfront information. AOL spokeswoman Tricia Rose said terms were largely in place after two years of talks.
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America Online
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