Summary  
The document contains FBI communications from April 1968 detailing investigative efforts related to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK). It references film provided by Charles Stein for forensic analysis by the FBI Laboratory, including typewriter comparisons to trace correspondence between Eric S. Galt and Donald Eugene Sparks, a suspect in MLK’s assassination. The FBI divisions in Memphis, Birmingham, Atlanta, and Tampa reviewed evidence such as latent fingerprints, photographs, and maps linked to suspects. The Minutemen group is mentioned as having allegedly planned to assassinate MLK and other civil rights leaders. John Justice, a truck driver connected to Galt, is noted as part of the investigation. Administrative notes include case numbers, declassification dates, and operational procedures.  

Key People  
- Charles Stein (provided film for analysis)  
- Eric S. Galt (suspect under investigation)  
- Donald Eugene Sparks (FBI #71618A; suspect in MLK assassination)  
- John Justice (truck driver linked to Galt)  
- FBI agents and divisions (e.g., SAC, Memphis, Birmingham, Atlanta, Tampa)  

Key Locations  
- Los Angeles (FBI Laboratory)  
- Memphis, Tennessee  
- Birmingham, Alabama  
- Atlanta, Georgia  
- Tampa, Florida  
- Huntington, West Virginia  
- Mexico (mentioned in fingerprint analysis)  

Key Events  
- FBI request to develop film from Charles Stein for investigative purposes  
- Typewriter comparison to trace correspondence between Galt and others  
- Investigation into Donald Eugene Sparks’ potential involvement in MLK’s assassination  
- Review of latent fingerprints on maps and other items linked to suspects  
- Mention of the Minutemen group’s alleged plot against MLK and other leaders  
- FBI coordination across divisions to analyze evidence and suspect backgrounds  

Key Organizations  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)  
- FBI Laboratory (for forensic analysis)  
- U.S. Department of Justice  
- Superior Bulk Film Company (mentioned in typewriter investigation)  
- Minutemen group (alleged conspirators)

MLK Declassified Files

44-hq-38861_hs1-233652821_03-07-part_3_of_5.pdf

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