Rev. John Smyth, former head of Maryville Academy, faces accusations of sexual abuse of minors, is removed from ministry
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The Archdiocese of Chicago said Friday that Rev. John Smyth, the renowned former head of the Maryville Academy home for troubled youths, has been accused of sexual abuse of minors, and has been removed from the ministry while the allegations are investigated. The accusations date back to 2002-2003,...