Francesco/who-killed-jfk huggingface dataset:
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SECRETAIRHKHW-778AUG 20 1954: Chief of Mission, Habana: Chief, WHD-Operational-AMPHODARCHReference: HAVA-926 (IN-25759); DIR 10892; DIR 108931.  Operational clearance has been obtained for Arthur G. VAIVADA on 22 July 1954 as a replacement for Wallace C, RIKON in Project AMPHODARCH.2.  VAIVADA has been a KUBARK contract agent since July 1949. His initial assignment was in Project HUMANOID in Costa Rica, where under a student cover he achieved a high-level penetration of the local BGGYPSY organi- sation. He was recalled to Headquarters in the fall of 1953 to par- ticipate in a similar project in Argentina, which could not be carried out because of refusal of the Argentine Government to grant him a visa. Recently he was in PBSUCCESS with additional duties as a cutout under Project ESCROW. He has completed three years of work at the University of Costa Rica and has one more year to finish for his B. A. degree in economics. His previous work as a contract agent has been excellent.3.  VAIVADA's new contract becomes effective on 1 August 1954 and runs for * two years. His salary will be $5060.00 annually (CS-9) and will be en- titled to an equivalent quarters allowance. Transportation for VAIVADA, his dependents, and household effects, together with por diem in lieu of subsistence-in-the-course-of-the-travel to Cuba is_authorized, He is entitled to death and disability benefits under the Federal Employees Compensation Act, to continuance of pay and allowances under the Missing Persons Act, and to 14 days of annual leave per calendar year. Although VAIVADA is expected to get his B. A. degree in one year at the University of Habans, it is expected that the second year of his contract will be spent in some type of graduate work at the same institution.J. C. KINGC. L.. BOOKERSECRET201.16 888/
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HKH-778Page 24. During the month of August the following expenses for VAIVADA ore antici- pated in addition to the $450.00 monthly normally incurred by RIKON under Project AMPTHODANCH:Compensation (05-9)$ 1,21.67Allowances (post differential)137.50Travel in Cuba25.00Operational expenses83.34Transfer allowance150.00Living quarters150.00Transportation for VAIVADA andfamily to Cuba340.23TOTAL$1,307.74.5. It is anticipated that the breakdown of annual expenses for Project AMPHODARCH will be as follows:Compensation (69)$ 5,060.00Allowances (post differential)1,650.00Travel in Cuba300.00Operational Expenses1,000.00Living quarters1,800.00Transfer allowance(August 1954 only).150.00Transportation for VAIVADA andfamily (August 1954 only)340.23Tuition, books, and related expenses(September 1954 only)300.00$10,600.23The Mission is encouraged to make its own consents on the above expenses.6. On 28-July-1954-VAIVADA-Left-here-for-Gainesville, Florida, for a discussion with Henry C. Zodoner. After obtaining his visa, VAITADA ves to leave Hiand for Habana on 31 July. Upon arrival, he would register at the Packard Hotel and would stay there for a few days while looking for more permanent quarters. He was to be contacted by telephone the first time. At this time the Case Officer would use the one-time pseudonym of Sydney Stevens.7. The Medical Office at Headquarters has found VAIVADA physically qualified for full duties.8. ProJect AAPRODARCH is up for renewal on 1 September 1954. The Headquarter's desk plans to have the period covered by the project correspond to that of
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KKH4-778Page 3VAIVADA'S contract with the termination coming on 31 July 1955. At that time the project may be renewed for a year to coincide with the second year of VAIVADA's present contract. The Hission will be notified when approval ia granted.J. C. KINGChief, WHD10 August 1954Distribution:3- Habana1- WH/III/Chrono1 - WH/Mealroom1 - RI/D&PWH/III/JCurran/jwtSECRET
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# SECRETDate:Mr. Arthur G. VaivadaDear Mr. Valvada:Reference is made to your contract, as amended, effective 1 September 1953 with the United States Government, as represented by the Central Intelligence Agency, for the purchase of information and services of a confidential nature.Effective 31 July 1954, said contract is hereby terminated by mutual consent of the parties thereto and in lieu thereof the following contract is substituted:The United States Government, as represented by the Central Intelligence Agency, hereby contracts with you for the purchase of certain information and related services of a confidential nature under the following terms and conditions:1. Compensation. In full consideration for the purchase of such information and services, you will be paid an amount calculated at the rate of $5060.00 per annum. Payments will be made as directed by you in writing in a manner acceptable to CIA. No taxes will be withheld from this amount, but it will be your responsiblity to report such income under existing Federal income tax laws and regulations.2. Allowances. Effective upon your arrival at your permanent post of duty overseas, you will be entitled to: (a) A Quarter's allowance equivalent to that granted a GS-9 Government employee stationed at the same permanent post of duty. This allowance will be at the maximum rates prescribed in the Standardized Regulations (Government. Civilians, Foreign Areas). No accounting for this allowance will be required by CIA. In the event that Quarters are provided by your cover facility, you will not be entitled to the Quarters allowance herein indicated.(b) Cost of living allowances in conformance with the Standardized Regulations (Government Civilians, Foreign Areas).3. Travel. You will be advanced or reimbursed funds for the following travel and transportation expenses:(a) For you from Washington, D. C. to your permanent post of duty overseas.(b) For your dependents and your household effects from your old to your new permaneni post of duty overseas.(c) For you alone for authorised travel within your operational area.(d) For you, your dependents and your household effects from your permanent post of duty overseas to your place of recorded residence upon the satisfactory completion of the terms of this contract or any renewal thereof.SECRET31 July 54201-168881 X
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SECRETof such secrecy may subject you to criminal prosecution under the EspionageLawe, dated 25 June 1948, as amended, and other applicable laws and regula-tions.11. **Instructions**. Instructions received by you from CIA in briefing,    training or otherwise are a part of this contract and are incorporated herein,    provided that such instructions are not inconsistent with the terms hereof.12. **Unauthorized Commitments**. No promises or commitments pertain-    ing to rights, privileges or benefits other than those expressly stipulated in    writing in this agreement or any amendment thereto shall be binding on the    Government.13. **Term**. This contract is effective as cf 1 August 1954 and shall    continue thereafter for a period of two (2) years unless sooner terminated by    CIA elther:(a) By thirty (30) days' actual notice to you from CIA, or(b) Without prior notice, in the event of a breach of this contract byyour violation of the security provisions hercof or by your other-wise rendering yourself unavailable for acceptable service.Subject to the availability of appropriations, this agreement may be renewedfor successive periods of one year each upon notice from CIA accepted by you.In the event of voluntary termination for cause by CIA prior to expiration ofthis agreement or any renewal thereof, you will not be entitled to return travelexpenses to the United States. Termination of this agreement will not releaseyou from the obligations of any security oath you may be required to take.UNITED STATES OF AMERICABYSpecial Contracting OfficerACCEPTED:Arthur G. VaivadaWITNESS:APPROVED:
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ORIG : R.L. MalcolmUNIT : WHQEXT : 2555DATE : 28 JULY 1954CLASSIFIED MESSAGETO : CHIEF OF MISSION, HAPANAFROM : DIRECTOR, CIACONF : WH 5INFO : COP, FI, FI/OPS, FI/PLANS, FI/STC, FI/R1 2---DIR 10893 (OUT 65228) 17217 29 JUL 54TO: SHAVA CITE: DIRRE: DIR: 10892 (OUT 65227) PARA 2TRUE NAME IS MR. ROSS L. CROZIER.END OF MESSAGE---![signature of J. C. King]J. C. KINGRELEASING OFFICERCOORDINATING-OFFICERSSECRET![signature of C. L. Booker]201-168881C. L. BOOKERAUTHENTICATING OFFICERCopy No.IT IS FORBIDDEN TO MAKE A COPY OF THIS MESSAGE
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STANDARD FORM NO. 64# Office Memorandum • UNITED STATES GOVERNMENTTO: SCO (Miller)DATE: 29 July 1954FROM: Special Support Staff, Medical OfficeSUBJECT: VAIVADA, Arthur G. (p)Subject has been evaluated by the Medical Office and found physically qualified for full duties (general).E. G. CORRIGANAdministrative OfficerMO/EJC:mjsDistribution:Orig. - Addressee1 - WH/3 (Malcolm)1 - File
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SECRETSECURITY INFORMATIONCOVERT PERSONNEL SERVICES FORMINSTRUCTION FOR AGENT PAYMENTTO: Finance DivisionDate 28 July 19541. Pending my departure from Headquarters, I authorize the Finance Division to pay all monies due me in cash to my designated Case Officer or his authorized successor for delivery to me.2. Effective upon my departure, I authorize and request that payment of monies due me be made as follows:a. $ _______ (even dollar amount) to be paid to me by my overseas station. The first payment to be made on or about ________, covering the pay period beginning ________ and ending ________.b. The balance or all as the case may be, of compensation, allowances, and other monies due me to be deposited in the - regular - special - (cross out one) checking account (savings accounts and Bank Foreign Branch accounts not permitted) as follows:(1) Name of account as it appears on bank records * . . . . . . . . Ross L. Crozier(2) Address on record with bank . . . . P.O. Box 779, San Jose, Costa Rica(3) Name of bank. . . . . . . . . National City Bank of New York(4) Address of bank . . . . . . . . 55 Wall Street(street and number)New York 15, N. Y.(City and State)3. Special provisions:Total salary and allowances to be paid into bank account.![signature](Arthur G. Vairoda)Signature (Pseudonym)If checks are to be drawn by more than one person, account should be joint.Received Finance Division:ByDateSECRET301-168881
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# SECRETSECURITY INFORMATIONCOVERT PERSONNEL SERVICES FORMJOB SUMMARYPseudonym Arthur G. VAIVADADivision WH/I11Project AHODACHCase Officer R. L. MalcolmDate 22 July 1954(If this information is contained in an approved Project, this form need not be completed.)I. Duties: (General Description of the Duties to be performed)Penetration of the Cuban Communist Party and Communist fronts at the University of Havana.II. Qualifications: (Indicate qualifications applicable to assigned duties)a. Experience: Four years experience as a contract agent in WHDb. Education: (Check) High School College X Post Graduatec. Language: English and Spanish - fluentd. Other:III. Present job and salary:Formerly received $4205 plus allowances. This is to be raised to $5060 per annum plus allowances under new contract.IV. Cover Activity: PROPOSED ESTABLISHED (Cross out one). Give general description, i.e., Proprietary, Subsidized, Cultural, Educational, Commercial, Nominal, Military, etc.Subject was under student cover in previous project. This cover will be continued in the new projectSIGNATURE OF PROJECT OFFICERSECRETSECURITY INFORMATIONR. L. Malcolm, WHD/IIIFORM NO.FEB 1953 59-43A(4)
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# SECRET## PROJECT AMENDMENTCRYPTOMYM AMPHODARCHDIVISION HDSTATION HAVANA, CUBAHEAD QUARTERS CASE OFFICER:For L. MalcolmRoom No. 2104 H Strs, IExtension 2555Date 22 July 19541. It is requested that an amendment to the Subject Project be approved wherein contract agent Arthur G. VAIVADA (P) will replace contract agent Wallace C. RIKON (P). Operational Clearance for the use of VAIVADA in Project AMPHODARCH was granted 21 July 1954 (O.C. #25507).2. Project AMPHODARCH is already approved for $5400 for the year ending 31 August 1954. This amendment will increase the cost of AMPHODARCH during the remaining month of this approved period by $1232.74. RIKON'S compensation, allowances, and expenses for the same period is figured to be $450.00. A breakdown of VAIVADA's expenses for the period 1 August through 31 August 1954 is as follows:Compensation (CS-4) 421.67Allowances 137.50Travel 25.00Operational Expenses 83.34Transfer allowance 150.00Living quarters 150.00Transportation 340.23TOTAL $1307.743. For a successful substitution of VAIVADA in place of RIKON in Project AMPHODARCH in Havana. It is necessary that the two contract agents be in contact/during the period 1-31 August 1954. Immediately following the submission of this amendment covering that period, a project renewal will be drawn up contemplating the use of VAIVADA in the project on a yearly basis with at least a two-year tour in view.4. The general objectives, targets, and cover will remain the same in the project. As a part of the cover backstopping, a notional scholarship grant of $120 per month will be "awarded" VAIVADA by the DTEMBARGO mechanism. Complete correspondence and documentation on this grant will be carried by VAIVADA when he goes to Cuba.5. Arthur G. VAIVADA has been a contract agent in the employ of KUEARK since July 1949, working in the HITAM Project in Costa Rica, and more recently in Project PESUCCESS with additional duties as cutout under Project ESCROW. VAIVADA has one more year of academic work to finish in order to receive an A.P. degree in Economics. This furnishes a logical and natural reason for him to matriculate at Habana University, with which are associated the main tasks, targets, and objectives of Project AMPHODA RCH. His previous work as a contract agent has been excellent and it is felt that with the substitution of VAIVADA for RIKON, a big improvement in the production of the project may be expected during the coming year. VAIVADA, a U. S. citizen married to a Costa Rican
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Cuban contacts than RIKON who is a Puerto Rican, as there exists a certain amount of antagonism between Cubans and Puerto Ricans. YATVADA also has the advantage of having had three years of university work in Costa Rica.6. It is the consensus of opinion among the interested officers at Headquarters and in the field that Wallace C. RIKON should be given the opportunity of serving elsewhere in Latin America in a locality and situation where he will have greater opportunity to produce results. Plans are now being drawn up to shift RIKON to another country in September 1954.Approved:Chief, FIJ. C. KING, CWHDate
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# SECRETSECURITY INFORMATIONCase Officer R. L. HalcolsDivision KHDTel. Ext. 2555CONTRACT INFORMATION AND CHECK LIST Date 22 July 1954## I. GeneralA. Pseudonym Arthar G. VAIVADA B. Project APPEARCH C. Allot. No. 3517-014D. Previous CIA Pseudonyms or AliasesE. Category (Contract Employee, Contract Agent, etc.) Contract AgentF. Is individual presently engaged or has he ever been engaged by CIA or itsallied activities in any capacity? Yes Describe Contract Agent since 1949G. Security Clearance: Type Operational Date .C. #25507 21 July 1954H. Permanent Post (City and Country) Havana, Cuba## II. Personal DataA. Citizenship U.S. B. Age 32 C. Military Status VeteranD. Legal Residence (City and Country) Starling, IllinoisE. Current Residence (City and State) Washington, D.C.F. Previous Years of Government Service (Military and Civilian) over 12 yearsG. Has a draft deferment been obtained by CIA? None needed## III. Compensation|                                   | CIA      | COVER || --------------------------------- | -------- | ----- || A. Basic                          | $5060.00 | $     || B. Additional (Post Differential) | $        | $     || C. Profit participation or bonus  | $        | $     || D. Total                          | $5060.00 | $     |## IV. Allowances: (Normally granted only to residents of the United States)|                    | CIA   | COVER           || ------------------ | ----- | --------------- || A. Living Quarters | $1800 | $               || B. Cost-of-Living  | $     | $150            || C. Other           | $     | $150 (Transfer) || D. Total           | $     | $               || E. Basis (1)       | (2).  | (3).            |## V. PaymentsWhat portion of compensation and/or allowances will be paid by cover? None## VI. Operational ExpensesA. Purchase of Information: B. EntertainmentC. Use of Personal Vehicle BasisD. Other Cover Expenses (Univ. Tuition Books, etc,) Opera, travel## VII. TravelA. With/without Dependents B. Household Effects C. Personal VehicleD. If With Dependents, state Relationship, Citizenship and birthdate of children:1. Two children, both U. S. citizens.2. born in 1949 and 1951 respectivelyE. Expenses will be paid by: Cover CIA 3. OtherF. Basis: 1. Per CIA Regs X 2. Sub. ComplianceTransportation to Cuba for VAIVADA and family## VIII. Miscellaneous BenefitsA. Death Benefits: Per F.E.C.A. X OtherB. Disability Benefits: Per F.E.C.A. X OtherC. Missing Persons Act X D. Life Insurance E. Hospitalization_F. Annual Leave X G. Sick Leave X H. Creditable ServiceI. Rehabilitation Rights JOther## IX. TermA. Duration (Days, months, years) two years B. Effective Date 1 Aug 1954C. Renewable: Yes ✗ No D. Termination Notice (No. of days). 30E. Forfeiture of return travel for resignation prior to Contract Term: Yes ✗ No## X. Will individual take title to CIA property? Yes ✗ No## XI. Will individual work under "controlled conditions", i.e. set office hours,supervision, etc.? Yes No✗## XII. Additional or unusual requirements, justifications or explanations
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SECRET(Then Filled In)OPERATIONAL CLEARANCENo. C-25507TO: Chief, WHOperational Clearance is granted for the use of Arthr G. VAIVADA as follows:As requested in memorandum dated 19 July 1954This clearance is for the specific use set forth above, and is based upon an appraisal-of-information-currently_available to this office. It must be borne in mind-that-this-clearance_is_in_no_way to be construed as a guarantee of subject's bona fides, but merely reflects that derogatory information, if any, has been considered and evaluated for the instant purpose only.![signature]FI/STC/SPBcrDate JUL 22 1954SECRETFORM NO. 59-47 PREVIOUS EDITIONS NOT TO BE USED1 MAR 34201.168881(0)
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STC/SPBChief, WHD19 July 1954Request for Operational Clearance for use of Arthur G.VAIVADA in Project AMPHODARCH1.  Reference is made to Operational Clearance Lo. C-25507, dated    28 April 1954, wherein the Subject was cleared for use in Project PBSUCCESS.2.  It is requested that Subject now be cleared for use in Project    AMPHODARCH.3.  FRC Parts I & II have been submitted to your office, Green List    Check No. 9467 was submitted to STD and this office was informed by phone on    16 July 1954 that no dorogatory information on Subject was on record with STD.J. C. KINGCDRDistribution:Orig & 1 - addressee1 - Chrono1 - AMPHODARCH file1 - VAIVADA fileRIMalcolm/jw201-16881
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16 JULY 54.MEMO FOR THE FILE:SUBJECT: Commercial Photography (VAIVADA)1) By definition this type of photography is in a class by itself. Simplified, it is nothing more than a man with a 35 mm flash camera moving rapidly throughout industry, commerce and any inspriritional activity, concentrating on the "individual at his job." There is no contract with the subject photographed, each operator, secretary or official is shot" with or without warning at his work. Within 24 hours the work is completed and the past card size, black and white copy is shown to the subject. Actually maintaining records, our experience has shown that approximately 93% of all shots are sold on the first exhibition.2) Technically, the project is based on 3 very important precepts:-I- Low unit cost of production is absolutely necessary since there is always a calculated sales-loss. In flash photography.701-168871
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2. The use of conventional bulbs pusher unit cost way up (to say nothing of low operating speeds). Therefore it is necessary to use electronic flash equipment i.e., unit cost per flash = $.0075II- Highly Standardized photography and processing. Using one film (Kodak plus X), one paper (kadabromide F-2,3) and two developers always. (Dit-20. Snegrein & D-72) One size, (postcard), continuity of framing and extension of enlargement, equal density in negatives.III- The professional capacity to exploit a situation rapidly, establishing a verbal contract with the immediate management of an organization and the ability to take your pictures in very rapid succession while maintaining a high standard of quality in your negatives.
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### 3) EQUIPMENT & COSTS:1- Camera, 35 mm, preferably a sharp and fast lense. f/2 Xenower. chable 35& 50mm lenses. - $120. 001- Electronic Flash Unit, storage bttry type, 90 watt sec. out-put minimum. - 75. 001- ENLARGER, 35mm, single condenser, auto-focus, of very good quality - 145.003- TRAYS, 11 x 14 in. Hard rubber - 20.001- TRIMMER, 8x10 (Kodak) - 10. 00VARIOUS ITEMS allied equip. such as thermometer, scales, sponges, easel; Electrical wiring, etc. - 30.00APPROX. TOTAL EQUIP. $ 400.00
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44) So far, this has been treated with a purely commercial point of view in our work - the advantages are many:a) All equipment may be carried from country to country in one small foot.locker or suitcase. May be set up and operating in 48 hours by one man - no labor problems, no security risks - adequate income appearances. May be taken down for movement in one hour.b) Provides business contact in almost any point one might decide to penetrate, and almost at any time -c) Absolute freedom of movement at all hours. Work if you want to take care of other business when necessary.Arthur Vaisala
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SECRETMEMORANDUM FOR: STC/SPBSUBJECT: OCR- -B/HD/Branch III, Forwarding Part I, PRO, on Ross L. Crosier1. Forwarded herewith is Part I, PRQ, on Eoes L. Crozier2. a. A Green List name check (Form 51-125) has been rermested.b. The Registry and WID operational files have been checked and no information of investigative value or security interest was found on the subject.c. Local Field Traces contain co derogatory information.3. Part II, PRO, is being forwarded under memorandum for.   STC/SPB OOR- -A/HD/Branch III, dated 14 July 19544. Additional comments (if any):J. C. KING, Chief, WHDSECRET201-16888/
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SECRETMEMORANDUM FOR: STC/SPBSUBJECT: OCR-A/HD/Branch, Forwarding Part II, PRQ, on Arthur G. Valvada (occasionyn)REFERENCE: OCR--B/HD/Branch dated July 1954, Forwarding Part I, PRQ.1. Previous OC obtained in No. 68, dated 19 July 1949,   Forwarded for project HUMANOLD to Part II, PRQ, on Arthur G. Valvada2. Operational.....Security....Clearance is requested in order to employ Arthur G. Valvada as (indicates US, er indigenous; witting of the form and value of emoluments; FI or PPI and oral or written contract.)To receive a salary of $5060.00 anmally, plus allowances. To replace RIKON in project AMPHODARCH.J. C. KING, Chief, WHSECRET201-168881