</s>OFFICIAL FORM NO. 6 MAY 15, 2013 (OPP) 11:14 MAY 16, 2013(OPP 11:16 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO : SAC, Albany DATE: May 20, 1968 SUBJECT: Director, FBI SUBJECT: MURKIN PUBLICITY ON REWARDS OFFERED Each Special Agent in Charge and Legal Attache is instruction to promptly remind their established cooperative news sources, in a discreet and tactful manner, of the existence of sub- stantial reward money for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the killer of Dr. Martin Luther King. This money now totals at least $100,000, the FBI should not, however, be publicized as the source of this reminder. While the Bureau's continuing policy is to encourage the public to furnish information to law enforcement authorities as a matter of good governance, without law enforcement of financial rewards, it is fully recognized, without the experts are often necessary to motivate some individuals. This knowledge of theexistence of the substantial rewards available in the Murkin case could possibly prove of value in the solution of this major investigation. 1 - Copies to all Special Agents in Charge & Legats 103-203-491 SEARCHED. SERVICED. FILLD FBI-1ZED. 1033 ADISIT COO Jal awors Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan $6.99-1416 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary:  
The documents detail FBI investigations into potential connections between the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (1968) and other cases, including the 1963 JFK assassination. Key figures include Mrs. Helen Bigelow, who reported suspicious activity involving James Earl Ray (a suspect in MLK’s murder), and FBI agents like Thomas H. Wiseman and Elmer A. Samson. The text references phone numbers, dates (e.g., May 24, 1968), and locations such as Denver, Oklahoma City, and Fort Smith. Investigations focused on verifying identities (e.g., Francis Sylvester Stull vs. James Earl Ray) and tracking individuals linked to alleged conspiracies or crimes. Mentions of "Edgar Eugene Bradley" and "Rex Hardy Basinger" tie into broader FBI efforts to connect cases, including a 1963 JFK assassination file. The documents also note attempts to locate witnesses, such as Eileen McCarell, and include redacted phone numbers (e.g., [SSN REDACTED]).  

Key People:  
- **Mrs. Helen Bigelow**: Reported suspicious activity involving James Earl Ray.  
- **James Earl Ray**: Suspect in MLK’s assassination; linked to investigations into other cases.  
- **Thomas H. Wiseman, Elmer A. Samson, Roy I. Mischke, Ray M. Hickman**: FBI agents involved in fingerprint checks, witness interviews, and case reviews.  
- **Edgar Eugene Bradley**: Mentioned in context of JFK assassination conspiracy theories.  
- **Rex Hardy Basinger**: Allegedly reported Bradley’s presence in Tulsa during JFK’s assassination.  

Key Locations:  
- **Denver, Colorado**: Central to FBI investigations, including DMV checks and witness interviews.  
- **Oklahoma City**: Involved in tracking Bradley and other cases.  
- **Fort Smith, Arkansas**: Mentioned in context of credit bureau records.  
- **Tulsa, Oklahoma**: Linked to Bradley’s alleged activities during JFK’s assassination.  

Key Events:  
- FBI efforts to verify identities (e.g., Francis Sylvester Stull vs. James Earl Ray).  
- Investigations into potential connections between MLK’s assassination and other cases (e.g., JFK).  
- Attempts to locate witnesses, including Eileen McCarell, who could not identify suspects.  
- Tracking of individuals like Edgar Eugene Bradley, tied to conspiracy theories and legal charges.  
- Redacted phone numbers and dates indicating ongoing surveillance or contact attempts.  

Key Organizations:  
- **FBI**: Central to all investigations, with agents coordinating across regions (e.g., Denver, Oklahoma City).  
- **Local Police Departments**: Involved in fingerprint checks, witness interviews, and displaying wanted flyers.  
- **Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)**: Used for license record checks to verify identities.  

Notes:  
- The documents reference redacted phone numbers (e.g., [SSN REDACTED]) and incomplete entries (e.g., "ARMED AND DANGEROUS" notes).  
- Mentions of other cases (e.g., JFK assassination) suggest broader FBI interest in linking potential conspiracies.  
- No direct evidence is provided to confirm ties between MLK’s assassination and other cases, but investigations were ongoing.

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