</s>PD-302 (her) 4-14-1441 FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Date 1/1/14/68 CHARLES J. STEIN, 5666 Franklin Avenue, Los Angeles, California, advised that he first met an individual named ERIC S. A.A.M.I. on December 1, 1967, at a bar known as the Sultan Room in the St. Louis St. in Hollywood, Hollywood, and Los Angeles. California, STEIN advised that his Hollywood, RITA SPELLE, Los Angeles, in the S.A./M.S. on Dec. 1, 1957, at the bar known at the Sultan Room MARTIN, #201, was present along with his cousin, MARIE STEIN advises that GAIT offered to drive himself and MARTINE, #01, Francis Hotel. STEIN advised. That GAIT helped to drive himself up RITA's two New Orleans, Louisiana, for the purpose of picking up Angels, two STEIN advisors that GAITE (STAIN) for the children who would make the trip on the condition that he (STEIN), RAITA and MARIE register for GEORGE WALLACE, STEINE advised that GAITH (STEAIN) and would make this for GEORGE WALLAGE, STEINA advised that GALT made the state- ticket in California. 15, 1967. GALT picked him up, along with RITa and MARIÉ, at STEAI advised that the following morning, December the St. Francis Hotel and so many registrations made to get on the to a voter's registration place on Larkspurple Boulevard in to the VOTER's Hotel and transported them in a white Mustang out of the Mustang Hotel and the front door of the registration build- ing, and they went inside to begin registering. STEINE advanced ing, when they went into the registration built- WALLACE when GALT inside in. STEINA stated that it was his for pression that GALT was known by the people that building WALLAGE when GALIT was in. STEAIN stated that the GAIT sat down recording the registrations by STEIN advising that the building he, RITE, MARI & GALT returned after completing the registration, he, Rita, MARIA and GALT reported that STEIN stated to 566 Franklin Avenue. where RITAs and MARIA departed. STEin stated that he picked up some clothing at this residence. STEIM stated that Galt was held to residence on North Serrano. STEAII stated that they went Inside to to obtain clothing while he waited for the State. STEINK stated. STEINT advised that STEAIM advised that no and GAIT then departed for now Orleans, traveling on a 145 On 1/13/68 at Los Angeles ., California File # LA 1/14-1571 WILLIAM JOHN SLICKS and by <loc_119><loc_874><loc_98><loc_873>SALA. RICHARD H. ROSS.ROSS.COM

Summary  
The document contains FBI records from April 1968 detailing an investigation into Charles J. Stein’s interactions with Eric Galt, a man suspected of planning to kill someone named "Charlie" (possibly Martin Luther King Jr.). Stein reported that Galt intended to murder Charlie in New Orleans and had access to a gun. During a trip from Los Angeles to New Orleans, Galt rented a white Mustang, stored a suitcase (blue or gray) and other items in its trunk, and made purchases including money orders from the Bank of America. Galt allegedly financed his travel through proceeds from a bar sale in Mexico. Stein noted Galt’s behavior during the trip, including speeding, driving difficulties, and conversations about political figures like George Wallace. The FBI also investigated a blue suitcase found near Dr. King’s assassination site in Memphis, linking it to a "Star-Teller" type bag manufactured by a Kansas City company. Additional records include checks on voter registrations for Galt, which yielded no results, and financial inquiries into money orders purchased by Galt.  

The documents detail FBI investigations related to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., focusing on physical evidence and handwriting analysis. Physical evidence includes tape strips and laundry marking tapes collected from various locations (Las Vegas, Philadelphia, Los Angeles) for comparison with items linked to the crime scene. Handwriting samples from Anita Louise Katzinknel and Thomas Flikkel were analyzed to determine authorship of documents connected to the case. Newspaper clippings describe MLK’s public appearances in Los Angeles in March 1968, including his speeches on poverty and political engagement. A chart maps areas frequented by Galt (likely a suspect) in LA between November 1967 and March 1968. Photographs of locations associated with Galt’s activities are included. The documents also contain unrelated administrative notes, form entries, and advertisements for hardware stores, which appear to be part of the original file but not directly related to the investigation.  

Key People  
- **Charles J. Stein**: Provided details about Eric Galt’s travel plans, possessions, and alleged intentions.  
- **Eric Galt**: Suspected of planning to kill "Charlie," traveled with Stein, owned a white Mustang, and made purchases including money orders.  
- **Marie Martin**: FBI agent who informed Stein about Galt’s alleged plans.  
- **Harold Carter**: Deputy Registration Supervisor who confirmed no voter registration for Galt.  
- **Mrs. Rivett**: Deputy Voters Register who checked registrations but found none for Galt.  
- **Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.** (assassination subject)  
- **Anita Louise Katzinknel** (handwriting sample subject)  
- **Thomas Flikkel** (handwriting sample subject)  
- **Galt** (suspect linked to activities in LA)  
- **Marvin Sherman**: Luggage company owner, provided information on United Products.  
- **Carl Lertzman**: Sales representative for United Products.  

Key Locations  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Stein’s residence and starting point of the trip; Standard Luggage Company, Home Service Landry and Dry Cleaning.  
- **New Orleans, Louisiana**: Destination of the trip; Galt allegedly planned to kill Charlie there.  
- **Memphis, Tennessee**: Site of Dr. King’s assassination; the blue suitcase was recovered nearby.  
- **Las Vegas, Nevada**: FBI laboratory involved in tape analysis.  
- **Philadelphia, Pennsylvania**: FBI laboratory involved in evidence comparison.  
- **Camden, New Jersey**: Barcelo Laundry associated with thermo-seal tape.  

Key Events  
- **Trip from Los Angeles to New Orleans**: Galt and Stein traveled via multiple highways, with Galt allegedly planning to kill Charlie.  
- **Galt’s financial activities**: Purchased money orders from Bank of America, allegedly funded by a bar sale in Mexico.  
- **Investigation into the blue suitcase**: Linked to Dr. King’s assassination site; identified as a "Star-Teller" type bag manufactured in Kansas City.  
- **Voter registration checks**: No records found for Galt in Los Angeles or New Orleans.  
- **FBI investigation into the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.**, including analysis of physical evidence and handwriting samples.  
- **Collection and comparison of laundry marking tapes** from multiple locations.  
- **Handwriting analysis comparing samples** from Anita Louise Katzinknel and Thomas Flikkel with questioned documents.  
- **Documentation of MLK’s public appearances in Los Angeles, March 1968**.  
- **Mapping of areas frequented by Galt in LA between November 1967 and March 1968**.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted the investigation, including financial inquiries and forensic analysis of the suitcase.  
- **Bank of America, Hollywood Branch**: Issued money orders purchased by Galt.  
- **Locksmithing Institute, Inc.**: Received payments from Galt for courses.  
- **United Products Company** (luggage manufacturer referenced in witness statements).  
- **Thermo-Seal Identification Machine** (used for marking tape analysis).  
- **Textile Marking Company** (manufacturer of thermo-seal machines).

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