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Summary  
The documents detail FBI investigations into individuals associated with Charles Stein, Marie Lee, and others in New Orleans, Louisiana, during late 1967 and early 1968, focusing on their movements, telephone records, and potential connections to James Earl Ray, a suspect in the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Stein visited New Orleans in December 1967 to retrieve his children from California, with telephone records indicating his address moved from Burgundy Street to Royal Street in March 1968. Interactions with Anthony De Carvalho and an individual described as "GALT" or "CALT"—a white male in his late twenties to early thirties—were noted, including Stein’s alleged travel via a white Mustang driven by ERIC GALT. A box was delivered to Marie Lee’s residence, possibly containing items for Marian de Grasse. FBI interviews in May 1968 explored potential links between individuals in Louisiana and James Earl Ray, with Delia Rodriguez reporting an unidentified man delivering clothing boxes to her home on Royal Street. Lorraine Calloway confirmed a white vehicle with a man (possibly Charles Stein) delivering a second box to her residence. Interviews also addressed long-distance calls from Texas during December 1967, with some individuals identifying James Earl Ray in descriptions but no direct confirmation of ties to the assassination.  

Key People  
- **Charles Stein**: Investigated for his movements, associations with GALT/CALT, and delivery of boxes to Marie Lee’s residence.  
- **Marie Lee**: Sister of Charles Stein; reported receiving a call from Rita Stein (likely his wife) and was linked to the box delivery.  
- **Rita Stein**: Likely wife of Charles Stein; mentioned in calls to Marie Lee.  
- **Anthony De Carvalho**: Friend of Charles Stein, associated with GALT/CALT discussions.  
- **ERIC GALT/CALT**: Described as a white male in his late twenties to early thirties, linked to Stein’s activities and travel.  
- **Delia Rodriguez**: Received clothing boxes from Los Angeles; described an unidentified man matching traits of James Earl Ray.  
- **Herbert Rodriguez**: Spouse of Delia Rodriguez; unlocated at time of interview.  
- **Lorraine Calloway**: Mother of Marie Martin, grandmother of Marian de Grasse; confirmed a white vehicle with a man delivering boxes to her residence.  
- **Marian de Grasse**: Recipient of clothing boxes from Los Angeles via her grandmother Lorraine Calloway.  
- **James Earl Ray**: Suspect in MLK’s assassination; referenced in interviews and described by witnesses.  
- **Donald Edward Johnson**: Salesman for Clark Brothers, interviewed about potential calls from Houston, Texas.  
- **Joan L. Rod** and **Gerhardt ROD**: Resided at 1604 David Drive, Metairie, Louisiana; confirmed no family members received calls from Texas during December 15–17, 1967.  

Key Locations  
- **New Orleans, Louisiana**: Central location for most interactions, including Royal Street (Stein/Marie Lee addresses), 4019 Royal Street (Delia Rodriguez’s residence), and 2529 Camborne Street (Lorraine Calloway’s residence).  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Origin of clothing boxes sent to New Orleans residents.  
- **Houston, Texas**: Mentioned in calls from December 1967; linked to James Earl Ray.  
- **Metairie, Louisiana**: Site of FBI interviews on May 17, 1968, regarding potential connections to MLK’s assassination.  

Key Events  
- Charles Stein’s visit to New Orleans in December 1967 to retrieve children and address changes noted in telephone records.  
- Delivery of clothing boxes from Los Angeles to Marie Lee’s residence (possibly containing items for Marian de Grasse) and subsequent deliveries to Lorraine Calloway’s home.  
- FBI interviews in May 1968 exploring potential links between Louisiana residents and James Earl Ray, including descriptions of an unidentified man matching Ray’s physical traits.  
- Investigation into long-distance calls from Texas during December 1967, with some individuals identifying Ray but no confirmed connections to the assassination.  
- Mention of James Earl Ray as a suspect in MLK’s assassination, referenced in interviews and described by witnesses.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted interviews, analyzed telephone records, and investigated potential links between individuals and James Earl Ray.  
- **Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company**: Provided phone records linked to Stein’s address changes and associations.  
- **National Trailer Convoy** (mentioned by Clarence Price): Referenced in FD-302 forms.  
- **Clark Brothers** (employer of Donald Edward Johnson) and **Southern Boiler Engine**, **Gardner's Incorporated**: Employers referenced in interviews.

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