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Summary  
The document contains fragmented information related to an investigation into Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, focusing on individuals connected to Ray Conway, a suspect linked to James David Daily, who shot King. Key details include: Rita Stein's testimony about her interactions with Ray Conway in New Orleans in December 1967, including his visits to her home and the presence of barbells and records he left behind. Martina, Rita’s daughter, mentions Ray’s shyness and claims he never entered her home beyond a few steps. Rita also notes that her cousin Marie Martim claimed Ray made a second trip to New Orleans in February or March 1968. The FBI document details Ray Conway’s fingerprint checks, probation records, employment history (fire department, bakery), and his alleged escape from prison. It references his potential connection to the assassination as an emotional act, though this is disputed. A possible social security number is noted but redacted.  

Key People  
- **Ray Conway**: Suspect linked to James David Daily, who shot MLK. Described as a loner with no close associates.  
- **James David Daily**: Shooter of Martin Luther King Jr., identified as the individual who fired the fatal shot.  
- **Rita Stein**: Provided testimony about Ray Conway’s activities in New Orleans and his interactions with her family.  
- **Martina (Rita Stein’s daughter)**: Reported Ray’s shyness and limited physical contact during visits.  
- **Marie Martim**: Rita Stein’s cousin, claimed Ray made a second trip to New Orleans in February or March 1968.  
- **Albert Demen**: Rita Stein’s former husband, mentioned as still residing in New Orleans.  
- **Charles Stein**: Rita Stein’s brother, involved in car sales and business with her.  

Key Locations  
- **New Orleans, Louisiana**: Central to the investigation, where Ray Conway was allegedly present in December 1967 and possibly February/March 1968.  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Rita Stein’s residence; Ray Conway visited here after returning from New Orleans.  
- **St. Francis Hotel (New Orleans)**: Mentioned as a location where Ray Conway stayed during his visits.  

Key Events  
- **December 1967**: Ray Conway picked up Rita Stein’s children in New Orleans and later refused an invitation to her Christmas dinner.  
- **April 23, 1968**: Charles Stein brought Louis Lomax to Martina’s room; their conversation included discussions about Martin Luther King Jr. and Ray’s dating history.  
- **March 16, 1968**: Rita Stein’s daughter received a call indicating a box was coming, which Ray took with him.  
- **February/March 1968**: Marie Martim claimed Ray made a second trip to New Orleans.  
- **October 1967**: Ray Conway was wanted by Alton, Illinois, police for an armed robbery.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted fingerprint checks and background investigations on Ray Conway.  
- **Social Security Administration**: Mentioned in context of Rita Stein’s social security payments for her deceased husband.  
- **Probation Office**: Provided records on Ray Conway’s conditional release and employment history.

MLK Declassified Files

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