</s>RCMP CRC 659 REV.14-44-4 CRC.4559 CMP DATE CMP FALE REFERENCES REV-14-4-4.4-6-4 KEY AUTES DOSSILEE DIVISION DATE 25 JU-JU-63 DOSSERS GRO. DOUSSERS GRD. SUB-DIVISION-SOU-SOUS-DOVISION 6696-90-23-2-112 SUB DIVISION-DOUNS-DOWNSION 6696 -90-230-2.8 Montreal CID-GIS 66961-790-170 PCB1 9 JULY 68 Prudident John F. NAMEDY - Furdor oF Assistance to SU Purchinnt John F, NamEDY = FURDER oF Purchiner to para 5 of 5 of FCH dated 9 JULX 63, the search! warrant in question has not been obtained as yot, however, all do as soon as possible. 2. Further to para 9 of FCR dated 9 July 68, mr. Re. DUVAL Hemager of POLICEGRIDE was contacted and he advised that all their invest- Ignation was done by phone. He further advised that there is no other information was available that was reported to the BBLI by POM-Cable. 3. Further to para A2 of FCA dated 28 JUNE 68, a photo of 3. Furtherto to para #23 of FCS dated 17 JUNE 69, a photo of aro avaited. No further information has been rooveled from SALZN to date. 53 No further Information has been resolved from SALIZN to dato. DDI: 30 AUG 68 (H.P.T.P ., P.F.Ponor(19/19/1616. (J.I.B.P.) P.S.S ., for Montreal CH-313 (J1.B ., J.I ., S.C.O ., 3.C ., H.H ., G.I .. G.E ., The COLLISSICIISSIER, Ottawa FORWARDED for your information. We are still awaiting receipt of KIEBL'S photograph before continuing this investigation. S.U.I KCH-REAL 31-7-68 <loc_64><loc_755>J.R. Duchesneau, Insp. <loc_503><loc_756>J.P .., Duchesneau. Insp ., 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary: The document contains RCMP records related to an investigation into potential threats against Martin Luther King Jr., focusing on James Earl Ray (RAY) as a suspect. It includes details of phone calls received by the RCMP in Toronto, Ontario, on June 12, 1968, involving individuals such as Van LIVEN and Blanche Satrice HITCHENSON. The text references checks on RAY's bank accounts, telecommunications, and employment history, including his visits to stores like LOBALIS and interactions with employers. It also mentions searches of locations in Toronto, such as Kingston Road, Victoria Park, and Cambridge Ave., for potential evidence. Laundry and dry cleaning marks on clothing are noted as part of the investigation, with specific details about markings and their possible association with RAY. The document includes administrative notes on case numbers, dates, and references to other RCMP units, as well as a letter from Josof KROBOTH regarding an envelope addressed to Toronto.  

Key People:  
- James Earl Ray (RAY) – Suspect under investigation.  
- Van LIVEN – Involved in phone calls and potential connections to RAY.  
- Blanche Satrice HITCHENSON – Mentioned as a contact linked to Van LIVEN.  
- Josof KROBOTH – Sent a letter to the RCMP regarding an envelope.  
- Fred W.L.W.LW.I.I – Noted for lack of definitive information.  
- Cpl. Dunlop, CPL. St.G.Sgt. Marah – Involved in handling evidence (envelope).  
- BENS, Giffin, Emerson – Employers or individuals with potential connections to RAY.  

Key Locations:  
- Toronto, Ontario – Central location for investigations, including Kingston Road, Victoria Park, Cambridge Ave., and College St.  
- Fort Irie, Ont. – Mentioned in laundry mark checks.  
- 673 College St. Bronxcole – Associated with laundromat agents.  

Key Events:  
- Phone calls received by RCMP on June 12, 1968, involving anonymous contacts and Van LIVEN.  
- Searches of Toronto locations for evidence related to RAY’s movements.  
- Examination of laundry and dry cleaning marks on clothing linked to RAY.  
- Investigation into RAY’s employment history, including visits to stores like LOBALIS and interactions with employers.  
- Handling of an envelope addressed to Toronto, containing advertising material from DIRECT FILM SERVICES.  

Key Organizations:  
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) – Conducted the investigation.  
- RCMP units in Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa – Involved in case coordination and evidence handling.  
- Laundromat agents and dry cleaning services – Mentioned as part of the investigation into RAY’s activities.

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