</s>MURKIN Memo Mr. Bishop 1-14-69 M. A. Jones Folden MURKEN; FORTCOMING BOOK BY WILLIAM BRADFORD BUIE Long William Bradford Hule is the author of two articles regarding James Earl Ray and the murder of Martin Luther King, Jr ., which appeared in the November 12 and November 26, 1968, Issues of "Look" magazine. By memorandum dated January 3, 1969, Mr. Rosen advised Mr. Deloach that-according to a Memphis, Tennessee, newspaper article-a book by Eule regarding the King murder is to be published in March, 1969. Under the title of the "They Slew the Dreamer." RECENT ACTION: 3 3 Picture book concerning the FBI and a most reliable contract of ours in the New York publishing industry -we have learned today that Hule's book, "They Slow the Dreameer," will be published by the New American Library, Inc ., in New York City. According to Colby, Hule' s manuscript was offered to, and apparently rejected by, three or four other publishers. The publication date for Rule's book is still in question, but it is not expected to come out until completion of Ray's trial. RECOMMENDATION: If approved, we will instruct the New York Offire to make discreet arrangements to obtain a copy of Eule's Book as soon as available. 1 - Mr. DeLoch 1 -Mr. DeLeoch 1-Mr. Bishop Mr. Rosen Mr. MeGowan 5-57 GwGicle (8) 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary  
The document contains fragmented accounts of conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) and James Earl Ray, including claims that Ray was a patsy for the real perpetrator. It references FBI investigations into Ray’s trial, legal strategies involving Tennessee prosecutors, and discussions about his potential guilty plea to murder charges. The text also details alleged covert operations by U.S. intelligence agencies, including the CIA, to facilitate the assassination through passport facilitation and false identities. Key events include arrests at London Airport on June 8, 1968, of two individuals (possibly Eric Stavo Galt and Ramon George Snyder), with one detained intentionally to mislead investigators. The FBI is alleged to have suppressed information about these arrests and fabricated details to conceal the true involvement of Southern politicians, KKK-affiliated groups, and intelligence agencies. Joachim Joosten’s publications are cited as critiques of official narratives, alleging government complicity in covering up the assassination.  

Key People  
- **James Earl Ray**: Alleged assassin of MLK; discussed in context of his trial, potential guilty plea, and legal proceedings.  
- **Martin Luther King Jr.**: Central figure in the assassination case; subject of conspiracy theories involving Southern politicians and KKK groups.  
- **Joachim Joosten**: Author of books alleging FBI/CIA involvement in MLK’s and JFK’s assassinations; referenced as a source for government investigations.  
- **Eric Stavo Galt/Ramon George Snyder**: Alleged real assassin of MLK, who adopted a new identity post-crime; linked to CIA passport facilitation.  
- **Hugh Stanton**: Public Defender appointed as co-counsel for Ray in his trial.  
- **Phil Canale**: State Attorney General of Tennessee, involved in sentencing recommendations and legal strategies.  

Key Locations  
- **Memphis, Tennessee**: Site of MLK’s assassination and Ray’s trial.  
- **London Airport (June 8, 1968)**: Location of alleged simultaneous arrests of two individuals linked to the conspiracy.  
- **Munich, Germany**: Joosten’s residence and address for book orders; referenced in publication details.  
- **St. Louis, Missouri**: Mentioned in context of Ray’s alleged prison stay.  

Key Events  
- **Arrests at London Airport (June 8, 1968)**: Two individuals arrested, with one detained intentionally to mislead investigations.  
- **MLK’s Assassination (April 4, 1968)**: Alleged planning by Southern politicians and KKK-affiliated groups to destabilize Black communities.  
- **Trial of James Earl Ray**: Scheduled for March 3, 1969; discussions about his potential guilty plea and sentencing considerations (e.g., 99-year prison term instead of death penalty).  
- **FBI Investigations**: Monitoring of media coverage, legal strategies, and suppression of information about the double arrest.  
- **Publication of Joosten’s Works**: Requested by U.S. government agencies for investigative purposes; cited as critiques of official narratives.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Alleged complicity in covering up the true perpetrator of MLK’s assassination and suppressing information about arrests.  
- **Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)**: Mentioned as aiding the real assassin through passport facilitation.  
- **Tennessee State Attorney General’s Office**: Handling prosecution and sentencing recommendations for Ray.  
- **U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division**: Requested Joosten’s publications for investigation into MLK’s assassination case.

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