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Summary:  
The documents detail various investigative records related to the 1968 assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., focusing on individuals associated with James Earl Ray, the alleged assassin, and other persons of interest. Entries include witness statements, motel registration records, employment histories, and prison-related information. Key details involve Ray's movements in Chicago and New Orleans, his alleged connections to drug trafficking, and interactions with individuals such as John L. Rayns (possibly a relative or associate). The Provincial Motel in Birmingham, Alabama, is noted for Eric S. Calt’s stay (Dec 17–19, 1967), which may link to the investigation. Some records reference Galt, an alias potentially used by Ray, and include addresses in Montreal, Atlanta, and Birmingham. The documents also mention prison riots, drug activity, and financial transactions tied to suspects.  

Key People:  
- **James Earl Ray**: Alleged assassin of MLK; described as a loner with ties to drug trafficking, racism, and prison riots.  
- **John L. Rayns**: Possibly a relative or associate of Ray; mentioned in Chicago apartment records (2731 N. Sheffield) and linked to Ray’s movements.  
- **Eric S. Calt**: Identified as staying at the Provincial Motel in Birmingham (Dec 17–19, 1967), with a white Mustang registered under Alabama license plate 13893.  
- **Galt**: Alias potentially used by Ray; referenced in locksmith enrollment records and addresses in Montreal, Atlanta, and Birmingham.  
- **Dowda, Lewis Raymond**: Former prison associate of Ray; described physical traits (rash on head, burn scar) and alleged involvement in a 1966 prison riot where three Black individuals were killed.  

Key Locations:  
- **Chicago**: Apartment at 2731 N. Sheffield where Rayns stayed (10/8/68).  
- **New Orleans**: Provincial Motel (room 126) where Eric S. Calt resided (Dec 17–19, 1967).  
- **Birmingham, Alabama**: Provincial Motel and address linked to Galt’s stay (2606 Highland Ave.).  
- **Montreal, Canada**: Address associated with Galt’s locksmith enrollment (Rue Notre Dame Est).  
- **Atlanta, Georgia**: Address for Galt’s change of record (113–14th St., N.E.).  

Key Events:  
- **April 4, 1968**: MLK’s assassination; witnesses like Wright and Douglas reported movements of individuals around the Lorraine Motel.  
- **Prison Riot (1966)**: Alleged involvement of Ray in a riot at a Mississippi prison where three Black inmates were killed.  
- **Drug Trafficking**: Ray’s alleged activities as a drug dealer, including selling narcotics in prison and using them regularly.  
- **Motel Stays**: Eric S. Calt’s stay at the Provincial Motel (Dec 17–19, 1967) and other motel records linked to Galt’s movements.  

Key Organizations:  
- **FBI Special Agents (SA)**: Conducted interviews and investigations, including inquiries into Galt’s background and Ray’s associates.  
- **Local Police Departments**: Provided witness statements and motel registration details (e.g., New Orleans, Birmingham).  
- **Locksmithing Industry**: Documents from companies like Drayea & Duryea detail Galt’s enrollment in a locksmith course and address changes.

MLK Declassified Files

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