The comment on bad language is found in a
standard form letter sent to Groups by GSO
since the 1950s or 1960s. I think the letter
is still being used. It basically says that
"Groups that encourage the practice of the
12 Steps find that their members grow in all
areas. That is our experience. Thank you very
much."
 
Groups have been trying for decades to get
New York GSO to act as a super-referee for
Group disputes. GSO won't be lured into that
duty, mindful that the Groups are autonomous.

The latest form of the form letter doesn't
mention Bill W., but the original might have
been signed by Bill. Some of the Intergroups
with extensive archives would have the original
version of the letter, and its inception date.

john lee
pittsburgh