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Summary  
The documents consist of FBI internal memos, surveillance reports, and investigative notes from the 1960s related to the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) on April 4, 1968. Key elements include references to James Earl Ray, the man convicted of MLK’s murder, and coded terms like "MURKIN" potentially redacting his name. The FBI tracked individuals such as Frank Niles and Willie Webb, monitored travel patterns including American Airlines Flight 338 (Dallas to Philadelphia on June 8, 1968), and conducted surveillance across Virginia, Texas, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Redacted sections and coded language suggest incomplete or sensitive information, with uncertainties surrounding Ray’s associates and movements. The documents reflect the FBI’s multi-agency investigation into MLK’s assassination, including efforts to identify Ray as a fugitive and coordinate with local law enforcement.  

Key People  
- **James Earl Ray**: Convicted of assassinating MLK in 1968; referenced as "MURKIN" in redacted text.  
- **Frank Niles**: Mentioned repeatedly across multiple locations, possibly an alias or associate linked to Ray.  
- **Willie Webb**: Identified as a witness or informant.  
- **Mrs. Donavan**: Possibly a witness or lead source for the FBI.  
- **Dr. Palmaz**: Noted in internal notes regarding Ray’s alleged "racist" tendencies.  

Key Locations  
- **Virginia** (Norfolk, Suffolk)  
- **Texas**  
- **Ohio** (Cleveland)  
- **Pennsylvania** (Philadelphia)  
- **Dallas, Texas** (Flight 338 origin)  
- **Atlanta, Georgia** (MLK’s residence and assassination site)  

Key Events  
- **April 4, 1968**: MLK’s assassination in Memphis, Tennessee.  
- **June 8, 1968**: American Airlines Flight 338 (Dallas to Philadelphia), referenced as part of Ray’s travel patterns.  
- **May 1968**: FBI released photographs of James Earl Ray for public dissemination to aid in his capture.  
- **FBI surveillance and interviews** of suspects, informants, and witnesses across multiple states.  
- **Redacted sections** indicating incomplete or sensitive information, including coded terms like "SEARCHED," "INDEXED," and "SERIALIZED."  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Central agency conducting the investigation, coordinating with local law enforcement and media.  
- **Local police departments**: Involved in tracking Ray’s movements and handling witness accounts.  
- **American Airlines**: Mentioned as a carrier for Flight 338, potentially tied to Ray’s travel alibis.  

Notes on Uncertainties  
- "MURKIN" may be a redaction for James Earl Ray or another suspect; no definitive confirmation.  
- Frank Niles appears in multiple locations but is unclear whether he is an alias for Ray or a separate individual.  
- Flight 338’s exact role in the investigation remains ambiguous due to incomplete records.  
- Redacted sections and coded language limit full understanding of the FBI’s methods and findings.

MLK Declassified Files

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