</s>FD-36 (Nov. 5-22-94) FBI Date: 4/10/68 Transmit the following in PLAINTEXT (Type in plaintext or code) Vic TELETYPE URGENT (Priority) TO: EL PASO FROM: KANSAS CITY (44-760) MURKIN REB UETEL TO ALL CONTINENTAL OFFICES APRIL NINE LAST. MR. ALVIE A. DAVIS, MIDWEST. FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE FOR THERMO SEAL MARKINGS MACHINES MANUFACTURED BY TEXTILE MARKING MACHINE CO ., SYRACUSE, NEW YORK, ADVISED HIS TERRITORY MARKING MACHINEO CO .- SYRACCUSE, New YORK, ADVISED HIS TRERITORY INCLUDES THE STATE OF TEXAS, AND THE ONLY FIVE CHARACTER THEMO SEAL MARKING MACHINE LOCATED IN THE ELPASO DIVISION IS AT ODESSA LAUNDRY, ODESTA, TEXA. EL PASON AT ODESSA, TESAS, TENAS, CONTACT ABOVE LAUNDRy AS DIRECTED IN RETEL. IT IS NOTED IN RETEL THIS MUST BE GIVEN TOP PRIORITY TO INSURE THESE CHECKS ARE IMMEDIATELY RUN OUT. UNDER NO CIRCUM- STANCES SHOULD ANYONE TO BE TOLD THIS INVESTIGATION IS IN CONNECTION WITH CAPTIONED MATTER. MEMPHIS ADVISAD AM. -P- -Memphis (AM) 44/11/99-1165 TJC:cm (2) Ludly tag SEARCHS: HIDEXED- SEARCH: HIDEKED- SERVICI-KILL-FILEN. FEB-1-DACAPHIS Approved: Special Agent in Charge Sent M Per 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary:  
The document contains multiple entries from the FBI Memphis office dated April 11, 1968, detailing an investigation into an unsuspected individual (unsub) linked to an assassination case. A report notes Harvey Edward Lohmeyer, a suspect with an extensive criminal record in Illinois and California for robbery, rioting, and burglary, was employed at Spivey's Drive-In in San Jose, California. His employer, Vernon Rogers, confirmed his residence and work history. Agents compared Lohmeyer to a man shot in Santa Clara County, noting physical similarities.  

A composite description of the unsub is compiled from witness accounts, including height (5'8"–5'10"), weight (150–185 lbs), dark hair with specific styling, and a possible connection to Eric Starvo Galt, whose Alabama driver’s license details are referenced. The FBI requests latent fingerprint analysis of items linked to the case, such as a rifle, scope, beer can, and motel registration records under Galt's name.  

Key People:  
- Harvey Edward Lohmeyer (suspect with criminal history)  
- Vernon Rogers (employer of Lohmeyer)  
- Eric Starvo Galt (leading suspect; referenced via driver’s license)  
- John Dennis Hanners, Donald Wood, Francis Brown (witnesses providing unsub descriptions)  

Key Locations:  
- San Jose, California (Lohmeyer's employment and residence)  
- Memphis, Tennessee (FBI office initiating investigation)  
- Santa Clara County, California (shooting reference)  
- Rebel Motel (registration card linked to Galt)  

Key Events:  
- FBI request for latent fingerprint analysis of items tied to the case  
- Compilation of unsub descriptions from witness interviews  
- Comparison of Lohmeyer to a man shot in Santa Clara County  
- Reference to Eric Galt as a leading suspect via driver’s license records  

Key Organizations:  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Memphis office  
- San Jose Police Department  
- Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office  
- Aero-Marine Supply Company (employer of witness Donald Wood)

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