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Summary  
The document contains fragmented FBI records from April 1968 detailing investigations into James Earl Ray (JER) and his alleged connections to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The records focus on New Orleans, Louisiana, where JER was tracked between December 17–19, 1967, through hotel registrations at the Provincial Motel, interviews with staff members of the Provincial Motel Café, and examination of a box labeled "Mauser" observed on Delta Airlines Flight 725. The FBI also investigated phone calls made from Louisiana to other states during December 1967, seeking ties to JER or conspirators. Additional records from April 1968 include interviews with individuals in New Orleans linked to Charles Stein, Marie Lee, Rita Stein, and others, focusing on clothing deliveries from Los Angeles, alleged encounters with an individual resembling JER, and statements about a white Mustang driven by Eric Galt. The FBI sought connections between these individuals and JER’s movements or activities in New Orleans during late 1967 and early 1968.  

Key People  
- **James Earl Ray**: Fugitive under investigation for the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with ties to New Orleans and Memphis.  
- **Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.**: Victim of an assassination plot, referenced as a deceased individual in FBI records.  
- **Lorraine Calloway**: Mother of Herbert Rodriguez; interviewed regarding clothing deliveries and potential connections to JER.  
- **Delia Rodriguez**: Wife of Herbert Rodriguez; received boxes of clothing from Los Angeles.  
- **Marian de Grasse**: Daughter of Delia Rodriguez; mentioned in context of clothing deliveries and alleged encounters with an individual resembling JER.  
- **Theresa Stone**: Sister-in-law to Herbert Rodriguez; interviewed regarding phone calls and potential connections to JER.  
- **Charles Stein**: Individual associated with clothing deliveries, linked to Marie Lee (his sister) and Rita Stein (possibly his daughter).  
- **Eric Galt**: Alleged driver of a white Mustang involved in transporting Charles Stein.  
- **Marie Lee**: Sister of Charles Stein; connected to Burgundy Street address in New Orleans.  
- **Rita Stein**: Possibly daughter of Charles Stein; associated with Los Angeles and clothing deliveries.  
- **Anthony De Carvelho**: Provided details about Charles Stein’s movements.  

Key Locations  
- **Provincial Motel, New Orleans, Louisiana**: Central location for JER’s alleged stay during December 1967; investigated for guest records and witness accounts.  
- **Royal Orleans Hotel**: Where Archie A. Casbarian worked as assistant general manager, noted for potential interactions with JER.  
- **Burgundy Street, New Orleans, Louisiana**: Address linked to Marie Lee and alleged encounters with an individual resembling JER.  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Associated with clothing deliveries and Marie Martin; referenced in phone call logs.  
- **Delta Airlines Flight 725**: Aircraft where a box labeled "Mauser" was observed, potentially tied to the assassination investigation.  
- **Westwego, Louisiana**: Address linked to Charles Stein’s residence and telephone number subscriptions.  

Key Events  
- **December 17–19, 1967**: FBI investigation into JER’s movements in New Orleans, including hotel check-ins and interviews with motel staff.  
- **Interviews at Provincial Motel Café**: Waitresses and owners questioned about JER’s presence, with no confirmed sightings or interactions.  
- **Search for a Box Labeled "Mauser"**: Delta Airlines Flight 725 examined for potential links to the assassination plot.  
- **Phone Call Investigations**: FBI tracked calls made from Louisiana to other states during December 1967, seeking connections to JER or conspirators.  
- **Clothing Deliveries from Los Angeles**: Boxes delivered to New Orleans residents, including Delia Rodriguez and Marian de Grasse.  
- **Alleged Encounter with an Individual Resembling JER**: Reported at a residence on Burgundy Street; no conclusive evidence provided.  
- **Statements About a White Mustang**: Alleged vehicle driven by Eric Galt arriving to transport Charles Stein.  
- **Telephone Number Subscriptions**: Records of numbers tied to locations like the Ivanhoe Piano Bar and Burger Drive in Westwego, Louisiana.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted primary investigations into JER’s activities and potential ties to the assassination.  
- **New Orleans Field Office**: Led local efforts to track JER, including interviews and record reviews.  
- **Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company (New Orleans office)**: Used for verifying telephone number subscriptions and call logs.

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