>Date: Tue, 4 Jan 1994 09:37:40 EST
>From: ljyngltf@aol.com
>Subject: Siege in Mississippi, 1/2/94

A report by Robin Kane
NGLTF Public Information Manager
Sunday, 1/2/94
     
I'm in Mississippi, and will be attending the Jan. 3 meeting of Camp Sister
Spirit opponents.
     
I was at the land today. Brenda & Wanda say that some women are starting to
come and stay for short periods of time, and are helping do a lot of
important work. They still have a lot of needs to make the land secure.
Monetary donations are still needed--they have received under $2,000
following the recent incidents. They need $5,000 for security equipment. And
while they have secured an attorney who is donating his work, they'll need
money for court costs and filing fees as they pursue legal avenues to block
their opponents from kicking them out of town. They also need people with
specific skills such as electrical & carpetry skills.
     
The second open meeting organized by Sister Spirit opponents is scheduled for
tomorrow night. At the last meeting, opponents vowed to research state &
county laws that could be used to oust the Hensons. They've researched the
Hensons' deed and approached the Jones County Board of Supervisors to alter
zoning laws. However, it is doubtful that they will find any legal means of
ousting the Hensons. Tomorrow's meeting will be a time for them to outline
their next steps.