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Summary  
The document details the legal proceedings and trial of James Earl Ray for the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., which occurred in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1968. The trial faced significant challenges, including media restrictions, security measures, and legal motions regarding access to Ray’s cell and court proceedings. Key figures involved included Arthur Hanes Sr., Carl Landquist, Arthur Meares, and K.R.K. editors (possibly a typo). Security protocols at Shelby Jail included constant surveillance, restricted media access, and "red light alerts" for tracking Ray’s movements. The defense argued for privacy concerns, while the court balanced transparency with confidentiality. Contempt charges were filed against some attorneys for alleged violations of court orders. The text also references speculative elements such as conspiracy theories, plastic surgery claims, and potential CIA/FBI involvement, though these remain unverified. The trial concluded with Ray’s conviction in 1969, though the documents highlight unresolved uncertainties and public skepticism about the official narrative.  

Key People  
- **James Earl Ray**: Charged with assassinating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  
- **Arthur Hanes Sr.**: Defense attorney for Ray; sought media restrictions and faced contempt charges.  
- **Carl Landquist** and **Arthur Meares**: Mentioned as part of the defense team.  
- **K.R.K. editors**: Possibly a typo or reference to an unspecified entity involved in court proceedings.  
- **W. Preston Battle**: Judge overseeing Ray’s trial.  

Key Locations  
- **Memphis, Tennessee**: Site of the trial and King’s assassination.  
- **Shelby Jail**: Where Ray was held under secure conditions with surveillance.  

Key Events  
- **Trial dates**: Scheduled to begin on November 12, 1968, with multiple legal motions filed regarding media access and security.  
- **Media restrictions**: Defense sought limited coverage of Ray’s cell and court proceedings; courts allowed some reporting but imposed guidelines.  
- **Security measures**: Cameras, microphones, and constant lighting in Ray’s cell; guards reported heavy guarding due to safety concerns.  
- **Contempt charges**: Filed against attorneys for alleged violations of court orders, including unauthorized media coverage.  
- **Conspiracy theories**: Speculative references to "plastic surgery," "co-conspirators," and potential CIA/FBI involvement, though unverified.  

Key Organizations  
- **Legal teams**: Defense and prosecution involved in the trial.  
- **Court system**: Memphis courts overseeing the case with rulings on media access and security protocols.  
- **Law enforcement agencies**: Mentioned in speculative contexts (e.g., CIA, FBI), but no direct involvement documented in the text.

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