</s>FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION REPORTING OFFICE OFFICE OF ORIGIN DATE INVESTIGATIVE PERIOD BIRMINGHAM MEMPHIS 4/17/68 4/4-17/58 TITLE OF CASE REPORTED MADE BY TYPEED BY ERIC STARVO GALT, REPORTION MADE A. SNOW hss aka Harvey Lowmeyer, SA HENRY A. (PNU) GALT. Jamaica Ward - FUGITIVE; CHARACTER OF CASE DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR .- CR - CONSPIRACY VICTIM CR - CONSIPIRACY REFERENCE: Memphis telephone call, 4-4-68, and other numerous communications. - P - ACCOMPLISHMENTS CLAIMED ACQUIT CONVIC AUTO. FUG. FINES SAVINGS RECOVERIES TALS CASE HAS BEEN! PENDING OVER ONE YEAR YES NO PENDIG PROJECTION OVER SIX MONTHS YES NO OVER SIK MONTHIS APPROVED SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE DO NOT WRITE IN SPACES BELOW COPIES MADE: 4 - Bureau (44-38861) 4 - Atlanta (44.2386) DO NOT WRITE IN SPACE BELOW 4- - - Los Angeles (44 -1874) SEARCHED: - INDEXED: - Memphis (44)-1987) SEARCHADED: - HOLD) SERIALIZED: - FILLED. - Mobile (157-2827) (INFO) APR 19 1968 - New Orleans - - Mobile(44-1877) (44-(1740) FBI-LOS ANGELES -1-USA. Birmingham-HOLD) Discussion Record of Attached Report <loc_386><loc_814><loc_386><loc_826><loc_123><loc_826>Notations Agency Agency File Stripped Request Red. Date Fwd. <loc_112><loc_865><loc_47><loc_865>Date FWD.

Summary  
The document details FBI investigations into Eric Starvo Galt (alias Harvey Lowmeyer) and his potential connection to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968. Key elements include a Remington Model 700 rifle (serial #461616) purchased in August 1966 and later linked to the case, with Galt’s movements tracked via mail, car ownership (a 1966 Mustang), and interactions with businesses such as Aeromarine Supply Company. The FBI investigated his residence at 2608 Highland Avenue in Birmingham, Alabama, and noted his associations with Western Union, dry cleaners, and service stations. Mail tracking revealed addresses in Birmingham, Memphis, Atlanta, Chicago, and Minneapolis. A photograph of Galt was shown to witnesses at Aeromarine Supply Company, leading to conspiracy charges under Section 241, Title 18 USC. The file includes a city map of Birmingham highlighting points of contact, witness descriptions, and photos of locations tied to Galt’s activities. A separate investigation notes the purchase of a Varmint model rifle on March 30, 1968, by an individual using the name "Harvey Loweyr" at Aeromarine Supply Company, with witness accounts describing the buyer as white, male, approximately 5'10", with dark brown hair and a Southern accent. The FBI also noted Galt’s limited knowledge of firearms and his interactions with employees at Aeromarine Supply Company. Safe deposit box activity at Birmingham Trust National Bank (Box #5517) is referenced in the file.  

Key People  
- **Eric Starvo Galt** (alias Harvey Lowmeyer): Central figure linked to MLK assassination investigation; described as white male with dark hair and medium complexion, exhibiting limited firearms knowledge.  
- **SA Henry A. Snow**: FBI Special Agent involved in the case.  
- **Postal Inspector Hugh Eberton**: Conducted mail tracking efforts.  
- **William D. Paisley**: Owner of a 1966 Mustang associated with Galt.  
- **Ralph Martin Galt** (possibly relative or associate): Mentioned in connection to Eric Starvo Galt.  
- **John Dennis Hanners**: Witness at Aeromarine Supply Company who reported rifle purchases.  
- **U.L. Baker** and **Hoyt Stephens**: Employees at Aeromarine Supply Company involved in the rifle sale transaction.  

Key Locations  
- **Birmingham, Alabama**: Central to Galt’s activities; includes 2608 Highland Avenue residence, Aeromarine Supply Company (5701 Airport Highway), Continental Dance Club studios, and Birmingham Trust National Bank (Box #5517).  
- **Memphis, Tennessee**: Involved in the investigation via U.S. Attorney’s office and Memphis Office.  
- **Atlanta, Georgia**: Mentioned in mail tracking efforts and dry cleaner interactions.  
- **Chicago, Illinois**: Associated with a photographic company and service station linked to Galt’s activities.  
- **Minneapolis, Minnesota**: Western Union office referenced in Galt’s communications.  

Key Events  
- **Rifle purchases**: A Remington Model 700 (serial #461616) purchased in August 1966 and a Varmint model rifle bought on March 30, 1968, both linked to Aeromarine Supply Company.  
- **FBI investigation**: Tracked Galt’s movements, possessions, and associations with businesses and individuals; included mail tracking, witness identifications, and photographic evidence.  
- **Conspiracy charges**: Filed under Section 241, Title 18 USC, following photo identification at Aeromarine Supply Company.  
- **Witness accounts**: Descriptions of Galt’s appearance, demeanor, and interactions with staff at Aeromarine Supply Company; noted his lack of firearms familiarity.  
- **Safe deposit box activity**: Reference to Box #5517 at Birmingham Trust National Bank in the file.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted primary investigation into Galt’s activities and potential connection to MLK assassination.  
- **U.S. Postal Service**: Involved in mail tracking efforts related to Galt’s communications.  
- **Western Union**: Mentioned as a location tied to Galt’s movements.  
- **Aeromarine Supply Company**: Sold rifles linked to the investigation; key business in Birmingham, Alabama.  
- **Birmingham Police Department**: Noted in context of witness statements and photographic identification procedures.  
- **U.S. Attorney’s Office (Memphis)**: Involved in the conspiracy charge proceedings.

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