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Summary  
The text contains a compilation of fragmented government records related to the 1968 assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. (April 4, 1968) and subsequent investigations. It includes details about James Earl Ray’s trial in Memphis, Tennessee, scheduled for November 12, 1968, with procedural notes on legal proceedings, security measures, and courtroom logistics. The documents also reference FBI investigative files from the 1960s, focusing on civil rights activities, suspected conspirators, and surveillance efforts. Key figures include James Earl Ray (accused of assassination), Arthur Hans Sr. (Ray’s defense attorney), and law enforcement personnel involved in the trial. Additional records mention individuals like Sidney Barnes, Thomas Tarrantes, Margaret Capacchia, and Kathleen Ainsworth, with allegations linking them to bombings, conspiracy theories, or involvement in King’s assassination. The documents highlight inconsistencies in informant accounts, conflicting claims about suspects’ roles, and the FBI’s reliance on unverified sources. Some sections contain garbled text or nonsensical phrases, likely due to errors or unrelated content.  

Key People  
- **James Earl Ray**: Defendant accused of assassinating MLK Jr., transported from London to Memphis via plane.  
- **Arthur Hans Sr.**: Defense attorney for Ray, former mayor of Birmingham, Alabama.  
- **Judge Preston Battle**: Mentioned in trial proceedings but with unclear role.  
- **Sheriff Willard Morris**: Involved in swearing-in procedures during Ray’s arrest.  
- **Sidney Barnes**: Suspect linked to bombings and alleged involvement in King’s assassination.  
- **Thomas Tarrantes**: Allegedly part of a conspiracy involving explosives and radio equipment.  
- **Margaret Capacchia**: Claimed knowledge about the assassination, described as mentally unstable by informants.  
- **Kathleen Ainsworth**: Her death (June 30, 1968) is tied to the case; her mother alleged involvement in the plot.  

Key Locations  
- **Memphis, Tennessee**: Site of Ray’s trial and his arrest/transportation.  
- **Jackson, Mississippi; Mobile, Alabama; Miami; Memphis, Tennessee**: Areas where FBI surveillance and interviews occurred.  
- **London, England**: Ray’s origin before being transported to the U.S.  

Key Events  
- **Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. (April 4, 1968)**: Central event under investigation.  
- **James Earl Ray’s Trial (November 12, 1968)**: Scheduled in Shelby County Criminal Court with security measures and public attention.  
- **FBI Surveillance & Investigations**: Focus on civil rights activities, bombings, and alleged conspiracies from 1963–1968.  
- **Kathleen Ainsworth’s Death (June 30, 1968)**: Linked to the assassination case via her mother’s allegations.  

Key Organizations  
- **FBI**: Conducted surveillance, interviews, and investigations into civil rights activities and suspected conspirators.  
- **Shelby County Criminal Court**: Venue for Ray’s trial.  
- **Local Law Enforcement Agencies**: Collaborated with FBI in tracking suspects and verifying claims (e.g., Jackson, Memphis, Mobile).  

Additional Notes:  
- Documents reference **Executive Order 14176**, suggesting potential declassification or release conditions.  
- Conflicting accounts exist regarding suspects’ roles (e.g., Raymond Parks vs. James Earl Ray), informants’ credibility, and the FBI’s reliance on unverified sources.  
- Some text contains nonsensical or garbled phrases, likely due to errors or unrelated content.

MLK Declassified Files

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