Rival polygamists hunted in bizarre Utah slayings
In Salt Lake City, May 10 two alleged followers of polygamist sects cornered and killed Dr. Rulon Allred, a leader linked to rival groups. Four days later a separate attack on Marlin Kingston followed as authorities pursue Ervil Le Baron, self-proclaimed prophet and head of the Church of the Lamb of God, along with several family members and associates. The case uncovers a dossier of polygamous sects defying Utah law and Mormon church norms.
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Excommunicated Mormon faction led by LeBaron listed in murder case
Alfred LeBaron, wealthy Salt Lake County figure with multiple wives, headed a secretive group valued at over 20 million dollars and 300 to 1,000 adherents. Kingston described as their leader in a Deseret News account. Police allege LeBaron ordered killings and threatened others. several members, including his sons and associates, are charged with first degree offenses.
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Marked deck poker game ends in Chicago boy's slaying
Three schoolmates skipped class for a poker game in a North Side Chicago home. Lawrence Goldberg, 14, was shot in the back of the head when interceding in an argument over cheating. The suspect, a 13 year old, allegedly retrieved a .38 revolver and then disposed of the body in a plastic bag. Police say no money was involved.
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Secretary fired for refusing to brew coffee in district
WATERLOO Iowa AP a school district secretary is fired for refusing to make coffee for colleagues. Diana Becker worked 10 years and objects to coffee duties saying she does not drink coffee. Personnel superintendent Dr Donald Hanson says she did not follow proper channels and did not allow management to address the issue before going to the news media.
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