</s>F.D .- 245 (NEV. 4:13-60) H. S. Department of Justice VOL.2 F. D-302.5 ONLY (MATERIAL MUST NOT BE REMOVED FROM OR ADDED TO THIS FILE) 10024559 DO NOT DESTROY: HISTORICAL VALUE. NATIONAL ARCHIVES FEDERAL BUREAU of INVESTIGATION 44-38861 Bureau File Number DO NOT DISTROY - Santor-15-17-D PRESERVE FOR SELECT COMMITTEE UN ASSASSINATIONS See also No. DO NOT DESTROY. PENDING LITIGATION ENTIRE FILE REVIEWED ALL INFORMATION COHTAHED" FOR HISTORICAL DECLASSIFICATION REEDS IS INVICASSISTED BY Cebula 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176 HON WILLET: 18-1451

Summary  
The documents detail FBI investigations into James Earl Ray’s movements and associations following Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination on April 4, 1968. Key inquiries include interviews with Charles J. Stein regarding Ray’s trips to New Orleans in December 1967 and subsequent visits, interactions with Maria Martin’s daughter, Rita Stein, and Vince Stelly at Paramount Pictures’ Data Processing Department. Ray’s alleged activities in Los Angeles are noted, including his presence at Sears and Robbeck’s Company Store on Pico Boulevard and interactions with individuals like LOMAX (possibly an informant). A female associate of Ray working at the Vegas Club and another woman named Jeri are mentioned. Tire tread analysis from Ray’s abandoned Mustang in Atlanta was sent to California mold companies for verification, though all denied manufacturing the design. Eric S. Galt, linked to National Dance Studio, is referenced in discussions about Mexico and business ventures. Dr. Mark O. Freeman provided psychological records of Ray’s sessions (November–December 1967) addressing shyness and self-hypnosis. FBI inquiries also explored mail order transactions, book sales, and potential Coast Guard ties to Galt. Interviews with witnesses like John F. Price identified an individual resembling Ray at Time Out Cafe in Los Angeles during December 1967–January 1968. Administrative notes reference declassification under Executive Order 14176 and document distribution restrictions.  

Key People  
- **James Earl Ray**: Central figure in the investigation, alleged to have been involved in MLK’s assassination.  
- **Charles J. Stein**: Provided information about Ray’s activities and associates.  
- **LOMAX**: Likely a code name or reference to an FBI agent or informant.  
- **Vince Stelly**: Mentioned as someone potentially connected to Ray through Paramount Pictures.  
- **Maria Martin**: Daughter of Maria Martin, referenced in connection to Ray’s clothing transfers.  
- **Rita Stein**: Described as a woman associated with Ray.  
- **Jeri**: A blonde female associate of Ray, described by Stein.  
- **Eric S. Galt**: Linked to National Dance Studio and discussed Mexico and business ventures.  
- **Dr. Mark O. Freeman**: Psychologist who treated James Earl Ray for shyness and self-hypnosis.  
- **John F. Price**: Time Out Cafe manager in Los Angeles, identified an individual resembling James Earl Ray.  
- **Roderic Burns Duff**: Citizen’s Council of America leader, stated no direct links between individuals and MLK’s assassination.  
- **Mildred Greene**: Barnett & Hersh employee confirming sales of two-way mirror formulas.  
- **Lorraine Martin**: Future Books, Inc. owner who received an order from Eric Galt.  
- **Gordon Schindler**: Monogram Publications representative discussing sales records and alleged connections to Galt.  
- **Mrs. Joan Keep**: United Airlines ticket agent reporting suspicious ticket exchanges linked to Carl Rav.  
- **William L. Allen**: Black Horse Inn owner denying knowledge of James Earl Ray or "Antia."  

Key Locations  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Central location for interviews and investigations; Sears and Robbeck’s Company Store (Pico Boulevard), Time Out Cafe, Beverly Hills (Dr. Freeman’s practice).  
- **New Orleans, Louisiana**: Site of Ray’s alleged trips in 1967 and 1968.  
- **Paramount Pictures Corporation (Hollywood)**: Workplace for Vince Stelly; referenced in FBI interviews.  
- **Atlanta, Georgia**: Location of abandoned Mustang with tires under investigation.  
- **Long Beach, California**: National Dance Studio, Patty Harris’ residence.  
- **Mentone, California**: Tire mold inquiry location.  
- **Las Vegas, Nevada**: Mentioned in context of Ray’s alleged travel.  
- **St. Louis, Missouri**: Destination for a flight involving abandoned tickets.  
- **Denver, Colorado**: Ticket issuance location linked to Carl Rav.  
- **Peccos, Texas**: Address associated with Carl Rav.  

Key Events  
- **April 4, 1968**: Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, prompting FBI investigations into potential conspiracies.  
- **December 1967–January 1968**: Ray’s alleged presence at Time Out Cafe in Los Angeles, identified by John F. Price.  
- **May 1, 1968**: Tire tread analysis from Ray’s abandoned Mustang sent to California mold companies; all denied manufacturing the design.  
- **April–May 1968**: FBI interviews with witnesses (e.g., Stein, LOMAX) to gather information on Ray’s associates and movements.  
- **November–December 1967**: Psychological sessions with Dr. Mark O. Freeman by James Earl Ray addressing shyness and self-hypnosis.  
- **April 24, 1968**: Patty Harris of Long Beach noted discussions between Eric S. Galt and Mexico-related business ventures.  
- **May 3, 1968**: "New Safety 8" tread design linked to National Casting in California; Clapp noted its U.S. debut.  
- **May 9, 1968**: Roderic Burns Duff stated no direct links between individuals and MLK’s assassination.  
- **May 14–22, 1968**: FBI inquiries into abandoned tickets linked to Carl Rav and potential connections to Ray; interviews with Joan Keep and William L. Allen.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted the investigation into MLK’s assassination and related activities.  
- **Paramount Pictures Corporation**: Mentioned as a workplace for Vince Stelly and a location for interviews.  
- **Los Angeles Police Department**: Referenced in context of VINCE STELLY’s employment history.  
- **National Dance Studio (Long Beach, California)**: Associated with Eric S. Galt and discussions about Mexico.  
- **Barnett & Hersh**: Mail order company; Mildred Greene confirmed sales of two-way mirror formulas.  
- **Future Books, Inc.**: Book distributor; Lorraine Martin reported receiving an order from Eric Galt.  
- **Monogram Publications**: Publishing firm; Gordon Schindler discussed sales records and alleged connections to Galt.  
- **United Airlines (UAL)**: Ticket agent Joan Keep reported suspicious ticket exchanges linked to Carl Rav.  
- **U.S. Coast Guard (Long Beach office)**: Mentioned in context of potential ties to Eric S. Galt.

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