</s>11-19-68 A AIRTEL AM TO: DIRECTOR, FBI (44-38861) FROM: SAC, MEMPHIS (44)-1987) P MURKIN Sheriff WILLIAM N. MORRIS, Shelby County, Memphis, Tennessee, advised on 11-19-'68 he was in receipt of information that might be to interest of the FBI. This information is as follows. JAMES EARL RAY has advised WILLIAMS BRADFORD HUILE that he thought because of recent developments there might be a different approach to his trial, but the final decision would be left up to PERCY FREEMAN, the new attorney, RAY also would be to be sent to anyone, including RAY's brother JERRY indians. He said that he had read an article and that he will tell the defense file which he was going to present at RAY to tell the defence file he was so good to affect at considerable HUGHES that the story being written to Mr. MUIR. RAY was responsible for the story that he was to correspond with Ray again he should do so through Mr. FORMAN. The foregoing information is furnished for the Bureauau's information. Any other information received will also be furnished the Bureau. 44-1917-Dul-N-18 BUREAU (AM) MEMPHIS (4) J.B.N. PHI N Kentur 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary:  
The document contains multiple entries from the FBI and Memphis Police Department regarding activities related to James Earl Ray (JER) and investigations into potential threats against hospital workers and union leaders in Memphis, Tennessee. On November 19, 1968, Sheriff William N. Morris of Shelby County informed the FBI that JER had discussed his trial with WILLIAMS BRADFORD HUILE, mentioning Percy Freeman as his new attorney. JER also referenced correspondence with Mr. FORMAN and a story involving Mr. MUIR.  

On November 6–7, 1968, Agent 501 (a police undercover agent) reported on meetings at Clayborn Temple, where approximately 700 individuals gathered. Union officials Jesse Epps, William Lucy, T.O. Jones, and Rev. H. Ralph Jackson were present. During the meeting, Raymond Fuller and Winston Middleton discussed alleged threats against strike workers, with Fuller denying involvement. Sweet Wili Wille (possibly a pseudonym) claimed that Fuller had made threats, while others disputed this. The meeting turned contentious, with T.O. Jones accusing Epps of lying and organizing efforts to pressure the Memphis City Council regarding the JER trial.  

Key People:  
- James Earl Ray (JER)  
- Percy Freeman (new attorney for JER)  
- William N. Morris (Sheriff, Shelby County, Tennessee)  
- Jesse Epps (union official)  
- William Lucy (union official)  
- T.O. Jones (union leader)  
- Rev. H. Ralph Jackson (minister, Clayborn Temple)  
- Raymond Fuller (alleged threat-maker)  
- Winston Middleton (participant in discussions about threats)  
- Sweet Wili Wille (possibly a pseudonym; referenced in context of threats)  

Key Locations:  
- Memphis, Tennessee  
- Clayborn Temple (Memphis, Tennessee)  

Key Events:  
- November 6–7, 1968: Meeting at Clayborn Temple involving union leaders and discussions about threats against hospital workers.  
- JER's legal status and correspondence with attorneys and journalists.  
- Alleged threats against strike workers and disputes over leadership within the union.  

Key Organizations:  
- FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation)  
- Memphis Police Department  
- Memphis City Council (referenced in context of pressure from union leaders)  
- Union organizations (specific names not fully detailed, but referenced as AFCSCM and local unions).  

Note: The document contains potential social security numbers (SSNs) which have been redacted.

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