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Summary  
The document contains a mix of fictional James Bond character lists and fragmented FBI records from the 1960s–1970s. The FBI entries reference investigations into potential conspiracies surrounding the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., focusing on James Earl Ray’s alleged use of aliases inspired by fictional characters (e.g., Eric Stavro Galt). Cecil M. Shilstone, a New Orleans industrialist, was falsely accused in local media as a "political killer" linked to MLK’s murder but denied involvement. Harold J. Thome, investigated for ties to religious extremism and alleged connections to the assassination, had employment history in Texas and faced arrests. The FBI tracked phone numbers and addresses associated with these individuals while emphasizing confidentiality.  

Key People  
- James Earl Ray: Suspected assassin of MLK, linked to alias theories based on fictional characters.  
- Cecil M. Shilstone: New Orleans industrialist falsely accused in media as a "political killer" tied to MLK’s murder; denied involvement.  
- Harold J. Thome: Investigated for alleged ties to religious extremism and potential connections to MLK’s assassination, with employment history at a Texas cafe.  

Key Locations  
- Memphis, Tennessee: Central to the FBI investigation and Ray’s alleged activities.  
- New Orleans, Louisiana: Home to Shilstone and references to local media accusations.  
- Texas (e.g., Lamesa, Weatherford): Sites of arrests and investigations involving Thome.  

Key Events  
- FBI efforts to track aliases inspired by fictional characters (e.g., Eric Stavro Galt) in connection with Ray’s potential involvement.  
- Shilstone’s appearance at the FBI office to dispute rumors about his role in MLK’s assassination.  
- Investigation into Harold J. Thome, including his employment history, arrests, and alleged ties to extremist groups.  

Key Organizations  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): Conducted investigations into Ray, Shilstone, and Thome.  
- New Orleans District Attorney’s Office: Mentioned in context of Shilstone’s financial support for political inquiries.  
- Local law enforcement agencies (e.g., Mineral Wells PD): Involved in arrests related to Thome’s activities.

MLK Declassified Files

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