Summary  
The document contains a series of entries related to James Earl Ray, including FBI records, photographic descriptions, and administrative forms. It references FD-340 (Rev. 6-24-65) and FD-840 (New. 6-24-69) forms detailing photographs of Ray taken in 1967 and 1968. Entries include his FBI number (405,942 G), physical description (age 30–40, blue eyes, medium build, scars on forehead and right palm), occupations (baker, small cutter, matcher), and notes on his alleged activities, such as attending bartending courses. The document also mentions Walter T. Rife and references the Missouri Department of Corrections, with dates ranging from 1955 to 1968.  

Key People  
- James Earl Ray: Central figure in the entries; described as a suspect in MLK's assassination, with FBI records detailing his physical traits, occupations, and alleged activities.  
- Walter T. Rife: Mentioned alongside Ray, possibly linked to the investigation or related cases.  
- Special Agents: Involved in handling photographic evidence and administrative tasks.  

Key Locations  
- Kansas City, Missouri: Referenced as a contributor location for some records.  
- Jefferson City, Missouri: Linked to James Earl Ray’s incarceration.  
- Alton, Illinois: Mentioned as Ray’s birthplace.  

Key Events  
- Photographic documentation of James Earl Ray in 1967 and 1968, likely part of surveillance or evidence collection.  
- FBI record updates detailing Ray’s physical description and occupational history.  
- Administrative entries related to the Missouri Department of Corrections and federal investigations.  

Key Organizations  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): Central to documenting Ray’s records and photographic evidence.  
- Missouri Department of Corrections: Mentioned in relation to Ray’s incarceration.  
- Local law enforcement agencies: Involved in contributing information and handling photographic materials.

MLK Declassified Files

157-an-37_617130_01-01-part_3_of_4.pdf

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