</s>7-1b REPORT of the LABORATORY FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D.C. 205555 To: FBI, Memphis (44-1987) WASHINGTON, D C. 20555 April 17, 1968 Date: 44-38861 Fbi File No. 44-38861 Re: MURKIN Leb. No. D-560665 JK CR D-550666 JK D-506667 JK Specimens received from Los Angeles, 4/12/68 D-56666 JK Q127 White envelope bearing typewritten address "MR DALE L. DYKEMA, Receiver 3325 Wilshere Boulevard Los Angeles. California, 900005, postmarked "Los Angeles California Annner JA 22 AM 1966" Q128 Typewriter letter dated 1/21/68, beginning "Dear Sir, I AM WRITING, and signed "Eric S. Galt" Q129 Typewriter dated 12/27/67, addressed to "Eric Galt 1535 North Serrano, Hollywood, California, and beginning "Dale L. Dykema" "Dalé L. Dyema" and "Know ... and signed." and signed Specimens Received from Chicago, 4 /12/66 Q130 Typewritten letter dated 10/15/67 beginning "Dear Sir: Q131 Typewriter letter dated 16/22/67", beginning " Dear Sir, Q131 Typewritten letter dated 17/26/67" beginning "Galt" Q131 typedewritten Letter dated 16 /22/77, beginning Dear Sir. I ordered four ... "and signed Eric S. Galit" Q132 Typewrite letter dated 11/20/67," beginning " dear Sir, Q132 White in Birmingham ... " and signed Eric C.Galt". Q133 Order Blank of the Superior Bulk Film Co ., Chicago, Ill. for order in the amount of $337.24, to be shipped to Eric S ., 2008 Highland Ave ., Birmingham, Alabama ALSO SUBMITTED: Six miscellaneous items of correspondence of the Superior Bulk Film Co. Page 1 (continued on next page) - 43 - 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

The documents detail FBI investigations into Jerry William Ray and his family members, focusing on their residences, employment, and potential connections to criminal activities. Key interactions include Jerry Ray's statements about his brother James Ray’s whereabouts, his past associations with individuals like Walter Rife and Jack Garmon, and his contact with "Life" Magazine regarding a photograph of his brother in military uniform. The FBI sought information on James Ray’s movements, including his alleged residence in Missouri and connections to the Sportsman's Country Club in Northbrook, Illinois. Reports also mention fingerprint analysis and handwriting comparisons involving Jerry Ray and others, as well as inquiries into family members like Susan Donian and Carol Pepper.  

Key People:  
- **Jerry William Ray**: Central figure; provided statements about his brother James Ray’s whereabouts, criminal history, and associations.  
- **James Ray**: Brother of Jerry Ray; mentioned in connection with alleged crimes, including robbery in 1952.  
- **John Ray**: Brother of Jerry Ray; referenced as possibly residing in Missouri and associated with the Sportsman's Country Club.  
- **Carol Pepper**: Sister of Jerry Ray; noted as residing in St. Louis, Missouri.  
- **Susan Donian**: Sister of James Ray; provided information about family members’ locations and past interactions.  
- **Walter Rife**: Alleged associate of James Ray; mentioned as a rap partner in Leavenworth.  
- **Jack Garmon**: Potentially linked to James Ray’s activities; discussed in the context of possible connections.  

Key Locations:  
- **Chicago, Illinois**: Central location for FBI investigations and interviews with Jerry Ray and Susan Donian.  
- **St. Louis, Missouri**: Mentioned as a potential residence for John Ray and Carol Pepper.  
- **Northbrook, Illinois**: Home to the Sportsman's Country Club where John Ray was allegedly associated.  
- **Quincy, Illinois**: Reference to Jerry Ray’s past residence and family connections.  
- **Menard, Illinois**: Site of the Illinois State Penitentiary where James Ray was incarcerated.  

Key Events:  
- FBI inquiries into Jerry Ray’s brother James Ray’s whereabouts, including his alleged movements in Missouri and potential associations with criminal activities.  
- Investigation into the Sportsman's Country Club and John Ray’s possible ties to the club.  
- Fingerprint and handwriting analysis conducted by the FBI Laboratory on documents attributed to Jerry Ray and others.  
- Interviews with Susan Donian regarding family members’ locations and past interactions.  
- Contact between the FBI and "Life" Magazine regarding potential information on James Ray.  

Key Organizations:  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted investigations, fingerprint analysis, and interviews related to Jerry Ray and his family.  
- **Chicago Police Department**: Provided records on James Ray’s arrest history in 1952 for robbery.  
- **Illinois State Penitentiary (Menard)**: Mentioned as a location where James Ray was incarcerated.

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