I didn't really see him in action after I left the ashram in 1979, so I missed his antics you speak of, I guess.  But what a church lady, overall.  However, it always brings a curious smile to me because I know what you are saying is 100% truth, that he went over the edge.  I just can't believe it, but I believe you. So, I believe it, and always have since you posted this info over the past 4 years I've been reading here.  It really shows how this cult can mess up a person.  Really bad.