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Summary:  
The document is an inter-office communication from the Department of Corrections dated October 21, 1966, concerning James Earl Ray's psychiatric and medical records. It details his hospitalizations at State Hospitals No. 1, 2, and 3 between 1965 and 1966, including dates of admission and discharge. Psychological evaluations conducted by Dr. Leby H. Rook (M.S., Clinical Psychologist II) note Ray's alleged "escape-prone" tendencies, diffuse anxiety, and possible psychonuetic disorder. Medical records mention episodes of hypotension, tachycardia, and a diagnosis of parasyneal tachycovirus (likely a typographical error for "parasympathetic tachycardia"). The document also references his alleged weight loss, blood pressure fluctuations, and interactions with hospital staff.  

Key People:  
- James Earl Ray (subject of psychiatric and medical evaluations)  
- Leby H. Rook (Clinical Psychologist II, evaluator)  
- Leo H. Bakar (Chief Medical Officer, recipient of communication)  
- Dr. Bilco/Bilcoe (mentioned in psychological assessments)  

Key Locations:  
- State Hospital No. 1  
- State Hospital No. 2  
- State Hospital No. 3  
- Department of Corrections administrative offices  

Key Events:  
- Ray's hospitalizations at State Hospitals No. 1, 2, and 3 (dates unspecified beyond 1965–1966)  
- Psychological evaluations by Dr. Rook in November 1965 and March 1966  
- Medical assessments noting hypotension, tachycardia, and respiratory issues  
- References to Ray's alleged weight loss and escape-prone behavior  

Key Organizations:  
- Department of Corrections (sender and recipient)  
- State Hospitals No. 1, 2, and 3 (institutions involved in Ray's care)  
- Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) assessment framework (mentioned in appended psychological data)

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