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from mb Friday, December 21, 2007 - 05:11 (Agree/Disagree?) Hi I'm very interested in this book since I feel a lot of academics seem to underestimate its impact om members upbringing and therefor i would like to see and use it in a paper on SG COG if you could contact me on my mail?/mb (reply to this comment)

from Journalist (NYC) Tuesday, June 28, 2005 - 09:55 (Agree/Disagree?) Tess, I work for a prominent magazine in New York, and we would like to run a story about COG, including excerpts from the Davidito Book. My telephone number is 212 420-5741, and I would very much like to speak with you or anyone who may have access to the book. Thanks very much. (reply to this comment)

From roxal Tuesday, June 28, 2005, 10:19 (Agree/Disagree?) Hi Journalist (NYC), If you don't find anyone who has access to the book, here's a site you can go to that has actual page scans of the book. http://www.xfamily.org/index.php/Story_of_Davidito#Page_Scans Brace yourself because the contents of those pages are pretty sick and disturbing. You may have to copy/paste the link into the web address bar. Hope it works for you. Remember that in the media enquiry section there's a list of people (myself included) who are willing to talk to the media. (reply to this comment)

From jez Tuesday, June 28, 2005, 19:14 (Agree/Disagree?) PLEASE HONOUR THE DEAD!(reply to this comment)

From jez Tuesday, June 28, 2005, 19:16 (Agree/Disagree?) should I say PLEASE HONOUR OUR DEAD! GODDAMMIT!(reply to this comment)

From jez Tuesday, June 28, 2005, 19:19 (Agree/Disagree?) Who the fuck wants to see those images? LEAVE THE MAN IN PEACE! GRHS(reply to this comment)

From disagree Wednesday, June 29, 2005, 08:41 (Agree/Disagree?) One of the main reasons Ricky died was because of the horrors depicted in that book. If someone is going to tell his story, they should have access to as much information as possible so Borowick & Co. will have a harder time denying or rebutting what is published.(reply to this comment)

From roxal Wednesday, June 29, 2005, 05:54 (Agree/Disagree?) I have all the respect I need to have for people no longer here. I didn't dishonor him by putting a link to a site that is found on movingon.org many times. I just think that the more this story gets out into the public the more it's going to help get the justice we all need. And unfortunately, proof is needed in order to convince the public and authorities. She’s a journalist and she would have gotten it anyways. Plus it’s a public website; I’m not the administrator, so leave me out of it. I’m sure he didn’t want his story to die with him. Ricky, rest in peace. GRHS?(reply to this comment)

From vixen Wednesday, June 29, 2005, 10:21 (Agree/Disagree?) I'm guessing GRHS = god rest his soul...(reply to this comment)

From monger Tuesday, June 28, 2005, 20:40 (Agree/Disagree?) The editor who originally posted that article on xfamily.org (Craven de Kere) addressed this issue in the past, as follows: ----- I thought of the embarassment factor when I was putting that page online (pulled from another online posting of it). Thing is, Ricky was past embarassment, everyone who he knew had known all of that, it was published since he was a kid. He wanted it known for redress and one of the common excuses that his mother used in refusing to say anything about the abuses was personal privacy and embarassment. I'm sure he would want the story told, as long as it was to show it was wrong, and not to advocate it. -----(reply to this comment)

From ginger52 Tuesday, June 28, 2005, 11:37 (Agree/Disagree?) I just read through the the scanned articles of the Davidito book. I felt physically sick and wanted to cry after reading that. It's been a while since I thought about all that stuff that went on and reading this just brought it all back, it made me feel so sad for Davidito and the digusting, sickening, shit he had to be a part of and go through. How could someone be as sick as that. It's crazy though how everyone of us and our parents used to read that and think nothing of it (some even following suit). I can't wait for something to happen to Zerby and the clan!!!!! How could you have a come back for that??? It's written out child abuse, pornography and it goes on and on....(reply to this comment)

from Jim LaMattery Wednesday, April 06, 2005 - 07:04 (Agree/Disagree?) That copy should be in the hands of the FBI! We are collecting information from the several places where these were printed, and anyone whom we have not yet contacted, and who has possession of the book, needs to contact me immediately. The highest and best use of it is to aid in the criminal investigation into TF. This is not a "novelty" item, and should be treated as evidence. Please contact me asap.-Thanks-(619) 972-3051 (reply to this comment)

From harleyquinn Saturday, January 26, 2008, 10:08 (Agree/Disagree?) hi, i live in australia. just wanted to know if you could shed light one why zerby hasn't been arrested on anything?? and are there things in motion that are leading to it? thank you for any insight. (reply to this comment)

from ford Wednesday, April 06, 2005 - 06:13 (Agree/Disagree?) I have tried numerous times to get registered. Not accepting my e-mail. Tess, I would like to puchase a book on "Davidito". I am always interested in educating myself, and knowing about all that goes on around me in the world. Of course I grew up in the 60's, and their free love style. Also in many ways sheltered. BB 2/5/49 Female USA So please Tess, get in touch with me. Aleta Ford aleta.ford@swagelok.com (reply to this comment)

From ADMIN Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 17:46 (Agree/Disagree?) Aleta, Purchasing, or even attempting to purchase such a book for personal use would most likely be considered a crime. That book needs to go to the proper authorities, as should any criminal evidence. Since the FBI already has the matter under investigation, they would be the best ones to turn it over to.(reply to this comment)

From frmrjoyish Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 16:35 (Agree/Disagree?) Ugh, right! This could be anyone! Who is this "ford" who thinks such a book is some sort of novelty to be sold to the highest bidding amatuer? This could be some family member trying to take a full unedited copy out of circulation, or it could just be your run of the mill pedophile trying to get his rocks off! Either way I find this comment offensive and at the very least inappropriate. This book is what caused the abuse so many of us suffered. It needs to be treated with the seriousness it deserves. This isn't ebay for crying out loud!(reply to this comment)

From roughneck Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 21:25 (Agree/Disagree?) You know, it would rather seem that this "ford" person is possibly not aware of the explicit content of the Dito book. Please bear in mind, this site's web address has been read by millions of people all over the world. I say it's to be expected that there is outside interest in our little exer online community. A person who was never a member very well might not be aware that the Dito book contains material that it is illegal to possess in the US. If they did, chances are they wouldn't be quite so free with their personal details on a public website. Anyway! All that windbagging to say, let's not jump to the worst conclusions first off. :)(reply to this comment)

From Cult Surfer Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 09:28 (Agree/Disagree?) Who is "ford". The last thing anyone should do is send the Dito book to an uncredible source just for their own "academic" purposes. It's time for the authorities to have as much information as possible, some of us have worked hard on giving them all our information while others haven't. Although xerox copies are nice, the feds have to confirm the validity of the book by viewing the originals. (reply to this comment)

From Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 10:15 (Agree/Disagree?) Ok there ex VS or CO or whatever, maybe some of us don't live in San Diego or have rich relatives to give us a job fresh out, so I just think if you're nice people might be more willing to do what they can to give their information too as soon as they can.(reply to this comment)

From Cult Surfer Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 13:05 (Agree/Disagree?) Yep, was a "vs" for a bit, was a "toilet cleaner" for years, was a "handyman" and "Busker" for a while, all of which haven't done crap for my resume. Don't have rich relatives, absolutely love San Diego, worked hard for my job and harder to be rich someday... and I'm meaner now than ever. Still, what the hell does this have to do with giving the Dito book out to the highest bidder? And what's not nice about sending it to the Feds? Make this as personal as you want, still I'm NOT the one trying to protect TF.(reply to this comment)

From Shaka Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 11:52 (Agree/Disagree?) Another anonymous hit and run. (reply to this comment)

From roughneck Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 14:25 (Agree/Disagree?) Another anonymous SHIT and run, you mean? :D(reply to this comment)

From vixen Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 14:58 (Agree/Disagree?) I smell brownies... : P(reply to this comment)

From vixen Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 11:20 (Agree/Disagree?) Uhhh, I think I speak for everyone when I say: What?!?!?(reply to this comment)

from Craven de Kere Thursday, January 20, 2005 - 23:02 (Agree/Disagree?) Hi, I would like to post it online at http://www.xFamily.org and I am willing to host any other publications there as well. Any help in divulging this information is greatly appreciated. (reply to this comment)

From Tess Friday, February 04, 2005, 11:29 (Agree/Disagree?) Hello Craven de Kere! I just discovered your response to my posting re: the Davidito book. Now what? I'd be more than happy to get this to you can you let me know how? I'm in Ottawa, Canada. I could send it to you in the mail. Let me know.(reply to this comment)

From ford Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 08:28 (Agree/Disagree?) Tess, I would like a copy of Davidito book. My address is Aleta Ford 6248 Dunbar Dr. Mentor,Ohio 44060 You could bill me, and I would gladly pay you. If you would like me to contact you beforehand you could send me a number to reach you at and time. You sound like a very intelligent individual. thank you so very much Aleta aleta.ford@swagelok.com Sorry for contacting you on another person comment. So hard at times to get through on these things. (reply to this comment)

From What the..... Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 18:12 (Agree/Disagree?) Why the appeared urgency in trying to purchase this book, Ford? Why not be patient and view it on line if and when it gets posted. Trying to purchase such evidence seems kinda questionable....don't you think?(reply to this comment)

From Sir Rantalot Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 09:09 (Agree/Disagree?) The Davidito book should be published online and then sent to the FBI. Not just mailed to some unknown individual who do will god knows what with it.(reply to this comment)

From vixen Wednesday, April 06, 2005, 09:12 (Agree/Disagree?) Hey you, SR, get in the chat! (reply to this comment)

From Careful Friday, February 04, 2005, 11:43 (Agree/Disagree?) I would keep this conversation between the 2 of you. Even the media are having a hard time receiving clips of the book due to the child pornography laws. I agree about getting it online, but careful about the legalities surrounding it. (reply to this comment)

From xolox Friday, February 04, 2005, 12:07 (Agree/Disagree?) Is there some way to know where the legal line is drawn in regard to owning child pornography and keeping material like this for archival/evidentiary purposes?(reply to this comment)

From lisa Wednesday, June 29, 2005, 03:33 (Agree/Disagree?) Is there anyway to get a hold of this book to use as evedance in court cases?(reply to this comment)