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Here's the update:

I don't think this is a hoax. I called the court, gave them the case number, and was able to verify that it is in regards to Mae's estate, but could not get any more info from the woman I spoke to because she didn't know the details. She told me I'd have to speak to Judge Boyd and that he won't be in until 8:00 am tomorrow.

So, Court CASE NUMBER: Estate 138-05 is on record there, and the clerk knew who I was talking about when I mentioned Mae Magouirk's name. The clerk did not know the status of the case or whether or not Beth Gaddy was still Mae's medical power-of-attorney. She did say something about the case being settled yesterday, although I don't know if that means the family won and had the tube reinserted or if Beth Gaddy won and Mae is still starving. I asked if the reason the case had been "settled" was because the patient had already died, and she said, "No".

I called the hospice, but when I mentioned Mae's name, I was immediately transfered to someone who did not pick up the phone. I got her voicemail and left a message. I doubt she will call me back, and I doubt I'll get anything but her voicemail if I call her again.

Another FReeper on this thread said that he/she was able to get through, though, and was told that Mae is in fact a patient there.

I called the attorney's office, and the receptionist told me that she couldn't talk about the case. I told her I was just calling to verify its existence. She still wouldn't talk, but when I mentioned that this was regarding a press release and mentioned the Mullinax name (Mae's sister), she said something to the effect of: "that's the family, our office didn't send out a press release". Then, she told me to email the attorney if I had any questions, and gave me his email address.

I tried to call the family (I have the original press release with all the phone numbers), but the sister's phone rang without anyone picking it up, and the brother's phone number was his work number. He was not there, and the person who answered said, "I don't want to talk about that. He'll be in tomorrow at 7:00 am. Call back tomorrow." I didn't push the matter, because I did not want to cause Mae's brother any trouble at work.

Now, I intend to email the attorney. I will let you know what he says.

I received this email today. I don't know what to make of it but it really scares me that they would even consider killing this little baby:

From: "Leslie Tignor" Date: April 4, 2005 1:04:55 PM PDT To: "Leslie Tignor" Subject: Urgent need for potential adoptive family

Nick Silverio of Safe Haven for Newborns in Florida has asked that we spread the word of a disabled newborn in need of adoption.

The child, born today, has no arms, only one leg, and is missing a good portion of his jaw - but his prognosis is good. The baby was abandoned by his mother under the Florida Safe Haven law and, unless potential adoptive parents can be found, quickly, the child will become a ward of the state (and, it is feared, the target of euthanasia). The Florida Department of Children and Families will not become involved unless information is obtained that may suggest some type of abuse or neglect (which is not evident at this time). Catholic Charities in Florida is not currently able to assist with adoption services.

Please forward this information on to any agency, organization or individual that may be able to assist in locating interested potential adoptive parents.

Nick's cell phone number is 786-246-1304 and the his web site is www.asafehavenfornewborns.com

It has been my experience in the very recent past that adoptive parents for disabled infants have been found through the efforts of pro-life people who simply made the need known via e-mail.

Please pray for this baby and his biological mother as well.

Thanks!

Leslie Tignor Director, Associate Program American Life League ltignor@all.org 540-659-4171 888-546-2580

My posts keep getting removed by moderator. I guess the advocates of involuntary euthanasia are feeling threatened again. I'll modify one of the posts that was pulled, and see if it stays this time. If anyone's interested in obtaining the portions that are deleted, freemail me. There are some phone numbers I didn't post, and won't provide, for privacy reasons. The info I did post previously (but deleted from this post) is public information, and consists solely of contact info for people that should be contacted in order to save Mae's life. The advocates of forced euthanasia do not want you to have this information. The family of Mae Magouirk (except her granddaughter) are trying to save Mae's life.

My experience was almost the same as yours. I called every number except the judge. I didn't keep notes. Every time I finished one call, I went on to the next.

So, from memory, called and e-mailed Kenneth Mullinax. The recorded message confirmed the story, and asked that only media leave messages, to avoid overloading the machine. So I didn't leave a message.

Called Hospice-LaGrange, (ADDRESS & PHONE NUMBER DELETED). They confirmed they had a patient named Mae Magouirk. I didn't bother asking questions, because I know they wouldn't be able to answer. I simply informed them that if they didn't resume her nutrition and hydration, there would be a major media blitz.

Called Beth Gaddy (PHONE NUMBER DELETED). The line was being checked for problems. LOL - maybe it burst into flames!

Called Mr. A. B. McLeod (Her Brother). If memory serves, this number was a business, and I think McLeod was part of the business name. I spoke with a nice lady. I didn't ask questions. I just offered to help in any way they might need. I suggested that I could contact media, legislators, or anyone else they suggested. She took my name and phone number.

Called Mrs. Lonnie Ruth Mullinax (Her sister). I don't remember this call specifically. It's on my list of numbers I called though.

Called Hospice LaGrange’s in-house attorney Carol Todd
(PHONE NUMBER DELETED). She's taking the week of April 4 off, but you can call her assistant, K. Lewis (PHONE NUMBER DELETED). I got her voice mail. I left a message, letting her know that the media is being contacted, and she'd better make sure the hospice isn't breaking any laws.

Called Her local LaGrange, Ga. cardiologist, Dr. James Brennan (PHONE NUMBER DELETED). I wonder if I was the first caller. The woman was so polite at first. When I told her I was calling about one of his patients, Mae Magouirk, she remained polite, and confirmed she was a patient. I said I wanted to leave a message for the doctor. She asked what my relationship is to the patient. I told her I'm not related, but I heard she was being starved and dehydrated to death, and they should resume her nutrition and hydration. And... CLICK. I called back, and said, "You hung up on me before I could finish. Tell Dr. Brennan the media is being con... CLICK. I guess she heard enough. I didn't call back.

Called Dr. Raed Aqel, (PHONE NUMBER DELETED) a highly acclaimed interventional cardiologist at the nationally renowned University of Alabama-Birmingham Medical Center. Along with Dr. Brennan determined that Mae Magouirk’s aortic dissection is contained and not presently life threatening. His secretary was real nice, and took my message. Pretty much the same message: I'm aware she's being starved and dehydrated to death. I and several other people are contacting the media.

Called attorney for saving Mae’s life: Jack Kirby, Kirby & Roberts. The nice lady who answered the phone couldn't give any information, but she gave me Mr. Kirby's e-mail address. jkirby@kirbyroberts.com .

E-mailed Jack Kirby (E-MAIL ADDRESS DELETED). Explained that I read about Mae Magouirk on the Internet, and that I'd like to help. I offered to contact media, legislators, or anyone else he felt was appropriate.

I did not contact the court.

This is all from memory, after the fact. Some of the details may be a little off, but it's basically accurate.