</s>MO 157-2627 1. DOS: KWS RE: JOSEPH M. PRITCHETT On April 11, 1968, GILMER P. STAFFORD, UNITED States Coast Guard, Alexandria, Virginia, advised that he mad served in the United States Navy aboard the USS Alan M. Summer, with JOSEMH M, PITCHETTI, who was described as 23. Summer with JOSEPH M. PHITCHETTI who was describing as hairline, blue or green eyes, 5'10" 160 pounds, and oral face and prominent ears. He reportedly is from Montgomery, and prominent earfs. He said that he feels that that Montgomery, remembers the artist's conception of the killer of MARTIN LUTHER KING. On the date of April 13, 1968. The files of the Navy Personnel Records Center, St. Louis, Missouri, reflected that JOSÉPH MALLOY PRITCHETHT, Navy Serial Number 540-84-40, served JOSENPH M ALLOY PRITCHETHT. Navy Serial NUMBER 540-81-40-40. November 17, 1959, to August 27, 1963, when honorary dis- charged. His parents were Mr. and Mrs. JOSEEH M PRITCHett, 261 South Boulevard, Montgomery, Alabama. It is noted that JOSESPH MALOY P. PATCHETT,261 South Boulevard, Montgomery. Interviewed in connection with another matter on August 2, 1964. At that time it was determined that he has employed as a policeman with the Montgomery Police Department. In addition, the following descriptive and background data was obtained on time. Race Race White Sex Date of Birth Male Weight Height 165 pounds Hyes Hazel Hair Blond Military Status Blonde Military Service United States Navy November, 1969, August 27, 1969. 157-2697-247 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED APR 18 1968 FBI-MOBILE 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary  
The text comprises declassified **FBI case files** from April 1968, primarily related to investigations into individuals linked to criminal activities during the 1960s. Key figures include **James Earl Ray**, later convicted for the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., and **Eric Starvo Galt**, a pseudonym used by Ray. The documents reference FBI forms (e.g., FD-35, FD-36), vehicle descriptions (e.g., white Corvair convertible), license plate numbers (e.g., "1968 Alabama license #3-1901"), and photographic identification of suspects. They also mention **Thomas Joseph Cox**, tracked via maritime records on the *SS Kent*. The timeframe aligns with MLK’s assassination in April 1968, suggesting these files are part of broader FBI surveillance during the Civil Rights Movement era.  

Key People  
- **James Earl Ray**: Convicted for MLK’s assassination; referenced as "Eric Galt" in some records.  
- **Eric Starvo Galt**: Alias used by Ray; mentioned in criminal investigations.  
- **Thomas Joseph Cox**: Tracked via maritime records (April 1968).  
- **FBI Agents/Informants**: Implied through references to license plate checks, fingerprint comparisons, and photographic identification.  

Key Locations  
- **Birmingham, Alabama**  
- **Memphis, Tennessee**  
- **Alabama National Guard License Plate Database**  
- **Maritime routes (e.g., *SS Kent*)**  

Key Events  
- Tracking of suspects via vehicle records and license plates.  
- Cross-referencing suspects with known criminals (e.g., Galt).  
- FBI surveillance of civil rights activists during the 1960s.  
- Investigation into MLK’s assassination, including James Earl Ray’s activities in April 1968.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted surveillance, tracking, and case management.  
- **Alabama National Guard**: Mentioned in license plate records.  
- **Cold War-era intelligence operations**: Suggested by references to "UNSB" (likely a typo for "UNSUB") and mental institution mentions.  

Notes on Content  
- The text includes typographical errors (e.g., "FPC-TWO: SIXTEEN").  
- SSNs are present but redacted (e.g., "1968 Alabama license #3-1901" may contain an SSN).  
- Spanish phrases like *"BUSCADO POR EL FBI"* ("Wanted by the FBI") and *"DERECHOS CIVILES - CONSPIRACION"* ("Civil Rights - Conspiracy") indicate multilingual documentation.  
- The documents reflect FBI practices of mass surveillance, fingerprinting, and cross-referencing data during the 1960s.

MLK Declassified Files

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