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Summary  
The documents detail FBI laboratory examinations conducted in June 1968 as part of an investigation into threats against James Earl Ray, a suspect in the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. Key elements include analysis of handwriting on a Palmer Writers School pamphlet submitted under the name "Eric A. Waugh," comparisons to Ray (K211), and examination of physical evidence such as a Wittnauer wristwatch, test bullets, and laundry marks. References to individuals like Aubry Dee Chandler and Yarum Chandra Dutt appear in context of correspondence and travel records. The FBI sought to link handwriting samples, potential suspects, and items recovered from locations including Memphis, Birmingham, New Orleans, London, and Toronto. Multiple lab reports reference serial numbers, watch components, and forensic comparisons under the designation "MURKIN CASE 6-25-68."  

The documents also describe FBI efforts to analyze a handprinted note linked to George Robert Lesinger, who was arrested in San Diego, California, in 1962 for an outstanding warrant from Seattle, Washington. The note referenced potential actions against Ray, including plans involving "Federal Bureau of Investigation" personnel and anticipated resistance. The FBI requested fingerprint and handwriting comparisons to determine authorship of the documents, which included letters dated June 10, 1968, expressing concern over threats against Ray. Specimens examined included a letter and envelope postmarked in New York, as well as forms related to travel documents under the name Ramon George Sneyd, potentially linked to Ray’s movements. The FBI noted discrepancies in handwriting samples and questioned the authenticity of signatures on certain documents.  

Key People  
- **James Earl Ray (K211)** – Suspect in MLK’s assassination; subject of handwriting analysis and threats investigation.  
- **George Robert Lesinger** – Arrested in San Diego, California, in 1962 for an outstanding warrant from Seattle, Washington; his handwriting was compared to a handprinted note referenced in the investigation.  
- **Eric A. Waugh** – Name associated with a Palmer Writers School pamphlet submitted for examination.  
- **Aubry Dee Chandler** – Individual mentioned in correspondence and travel records.  
- **Yarum Chandra Dutt** – Mentioned in a TWA message slip.  
- **Ramon George Sneyd** – Name associated with travel documents (passport application, international embarkation cards) examined as part of the case.  

Key Locations  
- **Memphis, Tennessee** – Central to the MLK assassination case; FBI offices in Memphis were involved in the investigation.  
- **Birmingham, Alabama** – Mentioned in context of physical evidence and travel records.  
- **New Orleans, Louisiana** – Reference in physical evidence and correspondence.  
- **London, United Kingdom** – Mentioned in context of travel records and correspondence.  
- **Toronto, Canada** – Mentioned in travel documents linked to Ramon George Sneyd.  
- **San Diego, California** – Where Lesinger was arrested and where a handprinted note was received by the FBI.  
- **New York, New York** – Location of an envelope and letter postmarked June 10, 1968, referenced in the investigation.  

Key Events  
- **June 10, 1968**: A letter was sent to the FBI expressing concern over threats against James Earl Ray and referencing potential actions involving federal authorities.  
- **June 14–17, 1968**: FBI laboratories conducted handwriting and fingerprint examinations of documents, including a handprinted note and travel-related forms.  
- **June 13, 1968**: An anonymous letter was received by the FBI, referencing plans to target James Earl Ray upon his return to the U.S., with mentions of surveillance at airports.  
- **June 1968**: Examination of handwriting on a Palmer Writers School pamphlet to determine authorship; comparisons between Eric A. Waugh and James Earl Ray.  
- **June 1968**: Analysis of physical evidence including a Wittnauer wristwatch, test bullets, and laundry marks.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)** – Conducted laboratory examinations, coordinated with local police departments, and managed the investigation into threats against MLK and Ray.  
- **San Diego Police Department** – Arrested George Robert Lesinger in 1962.  
- **U.S. Post Office** – Handled the receipt of documents, including the handprinted note and envelope postmarked June 10, 1968.  
- **Palmer Writers School** – Associated with the pamphlet under scrutiny.

MLK Declassified Files

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