</s>FD-350 (Rev. 7-1643) (Mount) Clipping in Space Below) Ray's Extraction (Indicate page, name of newspaper, city and state). Likely in 4 Weeks Page 32 LONDON - (UPP) - James Earl Ray could be extra- died to the United States as the first week in August to stand trial for the slaying of Dr. Martin Luther MEMPHIS PRESS- Kingston, Kentucky, as the last day of the first Week in A court official disclosed Tuesday that a first week on SCHITAR A court officials against the extradition order has been set for July 3, 1963. A g.g. g. g ., a Three weeks ago against the execution order was been set MEMPIHS, TENN. Three weeks after the execution of a man who had been Three weeks before the execution. Three weeks later, a man said he had been arrested passengers who got him to go for a Queen's Bench Divisional passengers that got him an- Judge will hear his law. arrived at London's Heath- Judge will Hear's law. der. If Ray is extracted, the of a U.S. Court of Appeals. If Ray was extracted, he were expected to be forgot- der. of a US Court of Appeal. should the appeals court still were expected, he said ten. tradition that he could still should the appeal court still should be considered to go to be refused. He could still to be released. Lords. But permission to go be refused. Date: 7.10.61 Lords, but permission is to go be refused, but he would be be refused Returning case, but the United Author: ChAS . H. returning case. The first week of August, the first trial was in Author: Author: ChAS. H. SCHICHTALER August, as well as the Bow of the Lord's court Titles: Ray appeared at Bow <loc_196><loc_764>of the court. Tuesday to answer gun and <loc_196><loc_785>of the Court of or <loc_715><loc_810><loc_698><loc_810>of the jury. I was carrying what po- <loc_207><loc_806>Classification: <loc_771><loc_820><loc_771><loc_678><loc_814>SEARCHED . INDEXED .-

Summary:  
The document details legal proceedings and security arrangements related to James Earl Ray’s extradition from the United Kingdom to the United States for trial in connection with the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It references Ray’s arrest on June 8, 1963, his first court appearance in London, and subsequent extradition efforts. The text outlines British legal procedures, including a criminal name issued under the British Home Office, and mentions a special arrangement for his return to Memphis, Tennessee, where the trial was scheduled. Security measures for Ray’s transport and detention are described, including checkpoints, police presence, and jail modifications. The document also notes legal challenges, such as appeals against extradition, and references dates ranging from October 1962 to July 1963.  

Key People:  
- James Earl Ray (accused of assassinating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.)  
- Arlen Specter (Ray’s American lawyer)  
- Frank R. Ailgren (legal informant)  
- William N. Morris Jr. (Shelby County Sheriff, Tennessee)  
- Henry Louris (Police Chief, Memphis, Tennessee)  
- Ramon George Snyder (linked to Ray in some documents; possible conspiracy theorist or associate)  

Key Locations:  
- London Airport (Ray’s arrest and initial court appearance)  
- Shelby County Jail (Tennessee; Ray’s detention during extradition)  
- Shelby County Office Building (security arrangements for Ray’s return)  
- Memphis, Tennessee (trial location for King’s assassination case)  
- Ottawa, London, Brussels (locations tied to Ray’s alleged movements or evidence)  

Key Events:  
- Ray’s arrest in London on June 8, 1963, and first court appearance.  
- Extradition proceedings from the UK to the US, including legal challenges and appeals.  
- Security measures for Ray’s transport and detention, including checkpoints and jail modifications.  
- Legal discussions about trial dates, court arrangements, and potential psychiatric evaluations.  
- Mention of a criminal name issued under the British Home Office (redacted).  

Key Organizations:  
- British Home Office (involved in issuing Ray’s criminal name)  
- Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (Tennessee; responsible for security and detention)  
- U.S. Justice Department (mentioned in context of extradition and legal proceedings)  
- Memphis County Court (where trial was scheduled)

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