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Summary  
The document contains fragmented FBI records from the late 1960s, primarily related to investigations into the assassination of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (April 4, 1968) and associated activities. It references code names, surveillance operations, witness interviews, and suspect tracking across multiple U.S. locations. Key figures include James Earl Ray, convicted for MLK’s assassination; Levi Ray Dowda, a suspect linked to MLK’s circle; Bob Graham, a witness providing details about interactions between Dowda and the GRAHAM family during Thanksgiving 1967; and John Bevins (also spelled "Evins"), a man with a social security number mentioned in connection to MLK’s associates. The text includes notes on photographic identification, telephone surveillance, vehicle tracking, and internal FBI case numbers such as "44-1574" and "WFO 44-700." Some sections are incomplete or corrupted, with placeholders like "xxx murder" or garbled text.  

Key People  
- **Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.**: Central figure in the assassination investigation; his death is referenced as a catalyst for reported activities.  
- **James Earl Ray**: Convicted of MLK’s assassination; mentioned in photographs, interviews, and movement details (e.g., Monterey, California).  
- **Levi Ray Dowda**: Suspect linked to MLK’s circle; described as having interactions with the GRAHAM family during Thanksgiving 1967.  
- **Bob Graham**: Witness who provided information about Dowda’s activities; connected to the GRAHAM family.  
- **John Bevins / John Evins**: Man with a social security number (SSN) mentioned in connection to MLK’s associates or suspects; described as having a "rheumatic heart condition" and living in Seattle, Washington.  

Key Locations  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Mentioned as a key location for surveillance, interviews, and suspect movements.  
- **San Diego, California**: Reference to postal services (P.O. Boxes) and communication tracking.  
- **Monterey, California**: Linked to James Earl Ray’s activities.  
- **Detroit, Michigan**: Included in geographic references tied to suspects or witnesses.  
- **Seattle, Washington**: Home of John Bevins / Evins.  

Key Events  
- **April 4, 1968**: Date of MLK’s assassination; referenced as a pivotal event in the investigation.  
- **Thanksgiving 1967**: Mentioned in the context of Levi Ray Dowda’s visit to the GRAHAM family.  
- **Surveillance and Interviews**: Notes on photographic identification, telephone tracking, and vehicle monitoring (e.g., a Chevrolet with a white top).  
- **Witness Accounts**: Interviews with individuals like Mr. Leslie A. Thomas and Frank Lewis regarding suspicious behavior or encounters linked to the assassination.  

Key Organizations  
- **FBI**: Central agency in the investigation; referenced through case numbers, internal codes, and surveillance operations.  
- **Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)**: Mentioned as part of the investigative efforts.  
- **National Archives**: Implied as a potential source for official records related to these files.

MLK Declassified Files

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