Francesco/who-killed-jfk huggingface dataset:
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TO : David E. MurphySUBJECT: Annual Fitness Report1. In accordance with the fitness report procedure for EUR Division, a copy of the fitness report on the Chief of Station is forwarded to him upon completion by the Rating Officer. Depending upon the grades of the Chiefs of Station concerned, the fitness reports are prepared either by the Chief or Deputy Chief of EUR, and those written by Chief, EUR go to Deputy Chief. WOMACE for review.2. It should be borne in mind that this fitness report has been prepared in accordance with the EUR Division policy for such reporting as established in Field Notice 41.3. Please sign at the bottom of this letter of transmittal on the line indicated; to certify that you have seen the fitness report. The transmittel letter should then be returned to Headquarters for inclusion in your personnel file.John L. HartI certify that I have seen my fitness report for the period ARJ/s/ David E. Murphy 4 February 1972SIGNATURE DATESECRET
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# SECRET# CHIEF OF MISSION'S EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE(Mission submits original and one copy directly to appropriate agency; retains one copy.)OFFICE ADavid MurphyPOSITIONChief, EYPPOSTAmEmbassy PARISGRADEAGENCYRATING PERIOD11/2/72 - 11/1/73DATE OF REPORTOctober 31, 1973TITLEAmbassadorEVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE[X] OutstandingSatisfactoryUnsatisfactoryDoes this officer properly understand and perform his role and his functions as a member of your staff under existing Presidential directives?[X] YesNo (If no, explain in detail below.)Has he seen this report?[X] YesNoNARRATIVE COMMENTS(Attach additional sheets, if necessary for this section or for reviewing officer's comments.)I first met Mr. Murphy following the assumption of my present duties at the end of March 1973. Therefore, I am in a position to comment on his performance only during the last seven months covered by this report. During that time, Mr. Murphy's performance has been thoroughly outstanding in every respect. During his years in France, ho has developed a real expertise on this country, both in terms of how it functions and with regard to the manner in which Franco looks at the world.Mr. Murphy has effectively directed and coordinated a large staff, and I have been particularly gratified at the extent to which his staff coordinates its reporting with other interested elements of the Mission. I am told by my DCM that, based on his experience, the coordination between Mr. Murphy's office and the substantive sections of the Embassy is better at this post than at any post he has known or heard of. This is in large part a direct tribute to Mr. Murphy's leadership.I find I am calling increasingly on Mr. Murphy's advice in the preparation of Embassy assessments on a broad range of policy issues, His contributions have been perceptive and, by and large, accurate.I consider Mr. Murphy one of a handful of my closest advisors in the Mission and hold him in the highest regard.
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# CHIEF OF MISSION'S EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE(Mission submits original and one copy directly to appropriate agency; retains one copy.)OFFICER BEING RATEDChief, CASPOSITIONPOSTAmEmbassy, Paris, FranceGRADEAGENCYRATING PERIOD11/2/71 - 11/1/72DATE OF REPORT2/26/73SIGNATURE OF REPORTING OFFICERJack B. KubischTITLEChargéSIGNATURE OF REVIEWING OFFICERTITLEEVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE[X] Outstanding   [ ] Satisfactory   [ ] UnsatisfactoryDoes this officer properly understand and perform his role and his functions as a member of your staff under existing Presidential directives? [X] Yes   [ ] No   (If no, explain in detail below.)Has he seen this report?   [X] Yes   [ ] NoNARRATIVE COMMENTS(Attach additional sheets, if necessary for this section or for reviewing officer's comments.)In my opinion, David Murphy has done an outstanding job during the period covered by this report.I arrived to take up my duties as DCM in this Embassy in December 1971. However, since that time I have served as Chargé on a number of occasions and while, when the Ambassador was present, the Ambassador preferred to deal directly with Mr. Murphy and, as a result I had only collateral dealings with him, I feel I had more than ample opportunity to observe his performance and evaluate it. I can say without hesitation whatsoever that he performed in a superb manner during a particularly difficult period. He deserves top marks not only for his own performance but for the manner in which he directed those operations here in France for which he has had the responsibility.
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LIMITED OFFICIAL USE (When Completed)ROGER CHANNELCHIEF OF MISSION'S EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE(Mission submits original and one copy directly to appropriate agency, retains one copy.)OFFICER BEING DATEDChief, CASPOSITIONPOSTAmEmbassy, PARISGRADEAGENCYRATING PERIOD11/2/70 - 11/1/71DATE OF REPORTJanuary 19, 1972SIGNATURE OF REPORTING OF FIGER/Arthur K. WatsonTITLEThe AmbassadorSIGNATURE OF REVIEWING OFFICERTITLEEVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE[X] OutstandingSatisfactoryUnsatisfactoryDoes this officer properly understand and perform his role and his functions as a member of your staff under existing Presiden-II.tial directives?[X] YesNo(If no, explain in detail below.)Has he seen this report?Yes[X] NoNARRATIVE COMMENTS(Attach additional sheets, if necessary for this section or for reviewing officer's comments.)My last year's report on Mr. Murphy was a comprehensive one and evidence of my high regard for him and for his work. During this past year he has, if anything, exceeded his past level of performance, and I continue to regard him as one of the most valuable members of my staff.LIMITED OFFICIAL USE : Ahen Campiersd
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LIMITED OFFICIAL USE (When Completed)# CHIEF OF MISSION'S EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE(Mission submits original and one copy directly to appropriate agency, retains one copy.)OFFICER BEING RATEDPOSITIONSpecial Assistant to the AmbassadorPOSTAmEmbassy, PARISRATING PERIOD11/1/69 - 10/30/70GRADEAGENCYSIGNATURE OF REPORTING OFFICER![signature]Arthur K. WatsonDATE OF REPORTTITLEAmbassadorSIGNATURE OF REVIEWING OFFICERTITLEEVALUATION OF PERFORMANCEOutstandingSatisfactoryUnsatisfactoryII. Does this officer properly understand and perform his role and his functions as a member of your staff under existing Presidential directives?Yes No (If no, explain in detail below.)Has he seen this report?Yes NoNARRATIVE COMMENTS(Attach additional sheets, if necessary for this section or for reviewing officer's comments.)III. Mr. Murphy is an outstading officer in every sense. His advice and counsel have been of the utmost value to me and my executive staff throughout this rating period. He has excellent judgement, a quick mind and a thorough knowledge of France and French politics. And he has common sense, as well as a good sense of humor. His personal conduct is impeccable; his behavior, gentlemanly.Mr. Murphy is widely known and respected in the French official and diplomatic community. His contacts are numerous and useful. He and his wife make an excellent representational team. He speaks excellent French.Mr. Murphy's relations with other senior officers at the Embassy are cordial and harmonious. He is a good administrator and is well-liked by his subordinates, as well as his collegues.In sum, I am delighted to have Mr. Murphy on my staff and consider him an officer of the highest calibre.LIMITED OFFICIAL USE (when Completed)
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MEMORANDUM IN LIEU OF FITNESS REPORTSUBJECT : David E. Murphy, GS-IS. EmployeeNumber 056700, DOB: 23 June 21:Career, Chief of Station, Faris;Service Designation: D.PERIOD UNDER REVIEW. : 1 April 1970 to 31 March 1971.MONTHS UNDER MY SUPERVISION: 32 monthsOVERALL RATING : Outstanding1. During the reporting period, Mr. Murphy has continued his usual virtuoso performance. The Station has been very heavily occupied in one degree or another against most of the hardest targets, and Mr. Murphy has been fully on top of everything that has gone on.2. Particularly worthy of note is the manner in which Mr. Murphy has raised the level of our liaison in France, taking advantage among other factors of a change for the better in the leadership of the external service. Although this situation has certainly been favorable. it could not have been exploited so fully had it not been for Mr. Murphy's rare combination of charm, persuasiveness, and a superb professional background.3. I consider Mr. Murphy's performance outstanding.![signature of John L. Hart]John L. HartChiefEuropean Division
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-2-REVIEWING OFFICER'S COMMENTS: Conens fullyDate: 25 May 71![signature of assistant deputy director] Assistant Deputy Director for Plans
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TO: David E. MurphySUBJECT: Annual Fitness Report1.  In accordance with the fitness report procedure for EUR Division, a copy of the fitness report on the Chief of Station is forwarded to him upon completion by the Rating Officer. Depending upon the grades of the Chiefs of Station concerned, the fitness reports are prepared either by the Chief or Deputy Chief of EUR, and those written by Chief, EUR go to Deputy Chief CS for review.2.  It should be borne in mind that this fitness report has been prepared in accordance with the EUR Division policy for such reporting as established in Field Notice 41.3.  Please sign at the bottom of this letter of transmittal on the line indicated; to certify that you have seen the fitness report. The transmittal letter should then be returned to Headquarters for inclusion in your personnel file./s/ John L. HartI certify that I have seen my fitness report for the period 1 Apr 70 - 31 March 71./s/ David E. MurphySIGNATURE11 May 1971DATESECRET
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MEMORANDUM IN LIEU OF FITNESS REPORTSUBJECT : David R. Murphy, GS-18, EmployeeNumber 053709, DOB: 23 June 21;Career, Chief of Station, Paris;Service insignation: D.PERIOD UNDER REVIEW : 1 April 1969 to 31 March 1970MONTHS UNDER MY SUPERVISION: 20 monthsOVER-ALL RATING : Outstanding1. Mr. Murphy has been Chief of Station, Paris, for approximately twenty months. During his tenure, this, perhaps the most difficult of all stations, has become a rationally deployed, well-articulated and generally successful organization for perhaps the first time in its history. Intensive efforts are being mounted against virtually all assigned targets with satisfying success, in some cases producing unique results. Liaison relationships, which began to thaw before de Gaulle's departure from Government, are now reasonably cordial and, above all, useful. Most of the credit for the splendid progress that has been made is directly due to Mr. Murphy himself.2. Dave Murphy is completely oriented toward operational achievement. He has an incisive mind, enormous vitality, and enthusiasm. He is positive, impatient, forceful and articulate. He can absorb and integrate detail, and bring focus on difficult problems. He inspires both colleagues and subordinates to give their best efforts. He is fully responsive to guidance and indeed will often seize the initiative when new courses of action are indicated.3. It would be difficult to describe the minor miracle that Mr. Murphy has wrought as anything short of outstanding.![signature of John L. Hart]John L. HartChief,European Division
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REVIEWING OFFICER'S COMMENTS: ConcenDate: 5 May 70Coyl layer tCord Meyer, Jr.ADDP
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TO : Chief of Station, ParisSUBJECT: Annual Fitness Report1. Effective with this fitness report cycle, KEYWAY 18 initiating a procedure by which a copy of the fitness report on a Chief of Station is forwarded to his upon completion by the Rating Officer. Depending upon the grades of the Chiefs of Station concerned, the fitness reports are drafted either by the Chief or Deputy Chief of KEYWAY, and those drafted by Chief, KEYWAY go to Deputy Chief WOMACE for review.2. Please sign at the bottom of this letter of transmittal on the line indicated, to certify that you have seen the fitness report. The transmittal letter should then be • returned to Headquarters for inclusion in your personnel file./s/ John L. HartI certify that I have seen by fitness report for the period 1 April 1969 - 31 March 1970./s/ David E. MurphySIGNATUREMay 22DATE
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SECRET9 May 1969TO : David. , Chief of 'Stdion. ParisSUBJECT: Annual Fitness Report1. Effective with this fitness report cycle, KEYWAY is initiating a procedure which a copy of the fitness report on a Chief of Station is forwarded to him upon completion by the Rating Officer. Depending upon the grades of the Chiefs of Station concerned, the fitness reports are drafted either by the Chief or Deputy Chief of KEYWAY, and those drafted by Chief, KEWAY go to Deputy Chief SOMACE for review.2. Please sign at the bottom of this letter of transmittal on the line indicated, to certify that you have seen the fitness report. The transmittal letter should then be returned to Headquarters for inclusion in your personnel file./s/ Join L.I certify that I have seen my fitness report for theI ape widperiod 10-March 1968 - 31 March 1969./s/ David c. murphySIGNATURE/s/DATE
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28 April 1969MEMORANDUM IN LIEU OF FITNESS REPORTSUBJECT : David E. Murphy, GS-18, EmployeeSerial Number 056700, DOB:23 June 1921; Chief of Station;Career; Service Designation: D.PERIOD UNDER REVIEW : 1 April 1968 - 31 March 1969MONTHS UNDER MY SUPERVISION: 12OVERALL RATING : Outstanding1. Long before Mr. Murphy departed for Paris in June 1968, he began preparing himself for this assignment as Chief of Station by reading files, interviewing personnel, and discussing cases. As a result, on arrival in Paris he was already well oriented concerning the Station's problems and had formulated plans for revitalizing it.2. The entire year in Paris has of course been over- shadowed by the Vietnam Peace Conference and a large proportion of the Station's effort has perforce been devoted to supporting the U.S. delegation. The Station has responded exceptionally well to this demand though it has forced a slow-down in normal Station activities.3. A number of other events have also taken place in France or concerning France which have forced the Station during the past nine months to perform firemen's duty -- the May-June riots which extended into August, the dissolution of the Assembly and re-election of deputies, the Czech crisis beginning 21 August, the December monetary crisis, the Near East crisis, continued student unrest, the President's trip and currently the problems precipitated by DeGaulle's resignation. All of these developments have been covered amazingly well.4. While the exceptional events enumerated above have forced the Station to concentrate its efforts on the immediate issues, Mr. Murphy nonetheless proceeded with the longer range goals of the Station. He has worked at improving re- lations with the French Services, personally becoming deeply
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- 2 -involved even in routine liaison activity. Consequently, our relations during the past nine months with the French have improved considerably. This improvement can partially be attributed to a reawakening on the part of the French Government to the Communist and *New Left* threat (which was brought into focus by the May-June riots) but it was also in large measure due to Mr. Murphy's concerted efforts to cultivate selected officials, initiate substantive discussions and increase our own level of exchange with the Services.5. Operations against the Communist Party have been re-activated with emphasis on the international aspects of the Party, particularly support of subversion abroad. Operations against the large Soviet and Chinese targets are beginning to move ahead. Production-wise, the take from both unilateral sources and liaison increased significantly during 1968. We expect further increase in 1969.6. There are still many weak spots in the Paris Station and many refinements and adjustments to be made. But Mr. Murphy has made an exceptional beginning; the Station is moving in the right direction and during this coming fiscal year we should begin to see the worth of the programs which are being so energetically pursued by him. Without question, his performance has been *Outstanding*.![signature]John L. HartChief,European DivisionREVIEWING OFFICER'S COMMENTS:*Concur*![signature]Cord Meyer, Jr.Assistant Deputy Director for Plans![date]
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MEMORANDUM IN LIEU OF FITNESS REPORT FORM16 April 1963Name: David E. Murphy (056700)Date of birth: 23 June 1921Sex: MaleGrade: GS-18SD: DOfficial position title: Chief, Soviet Bloc DivisionCurrent station: HeadquartersType of report: AnnualReporting period: 1 April 1967 - 31 March 19681. The reporting period saw Mr. Murphy conclude his tour of duty in the SB Division in order to take up an assignment as Chief of one of the major European stations.2. As previous Fitness Reports have indicated, Mr. Murphy continued as Chief, SB Division until the end of his assignment to bring to perhaps the most difficult operational problems in the CS his full energies and considerable abilities. Under his leadership, close coordination with all the other area divisions has been accomplished. His performance has been a line one.![signature of Cord Meyer, Jr.]Cord Meyer, Jr.Assistant Deputy Director for PlansI have noted this report.![signature of David E. Murphy]David E. Murphy
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Comments of reviewing official:Cuicia.Thomas H. KaramessinesDeputy Director for Plans
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# SECRET(When Filled In)TRAINING REPORT - LANGUAGEINSTRUCTOR:N. BerginCOURSE TITLE:FRENCH - PART-TIMENO. OF STUDENTS:PROGRAM:NO. OF HOURS:61.00DATE OF COURSE:01/15/68 - 05/06/68NAME:MURPHY, DAVIDYOB:21FOD DATE:04/68OFFICE:SBGS:18SO:D(See reverse side for definitions of proficiency levels)LEVEL OF PROFICIENCY AT ENTRY INTO TRAINING| BEFORE || - - - | - - - | - - - || | NO PROFICIENCY | SLIGHT | ELEMENTARY | INTERMEDIATE | OFFICIAL TEST || READING || WRITING || PRONUNCIATION || SPEAKING || UNDERSTANDING | | | X | |LANGUAGE TRAINING OBJECTIVES AND METHODSThe general aims of language training are attainment of proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading and writing. The specific objectives are (1) ability to produce and distinguish the sounds of the language; (2) ability to use a stock of basic sentences and expressions; (3) ability to recombine the elements of basic sentences and expressions and to apply them to new situations; (4) ability to comprehend the language spoken at normal speed in various situations; (5) ability to write and read the language commensurate with ability to speak.Methods used in all courses stress oral drills and free conversation based at first on memorized material and, at a later stage, on varied reading materials. Written and oral tests are given at intervals. Listening to and recording on tapes in the Language Lab is essential for class preparation.| || - - - | - - - | - - - || | UNSATISFACTORY | SATISFACTORY | EXCELLENT || ACHIEVEMENT | | X || ATTITUDE | | X || ATTENDANCE | | X |LEVEL OF PROFICIENCY AT COMPLETION OF TRAINING| BEFORE || - - - | - - - | - - - || | NO PROFICIENCY | SLIGHT | ELEMENTARY | INSTRUCTORS ESTIMATE | INTERMEDIATE | OFFICIAL TEST || READING | | | X || WRITING | | | X || PRONUNCIATION | | | | || SPEAKING | | | | X + || UNDERSTANDING | | | | | X |Foreign Language Aptitude Test: NoneFOR THE DIRECTOR OF TRAINING:SIGNATURE HEAD OF DEPARTMENT OR CHIEF ONLY:PAUL J. ANGELISDATE:07/24/68SECRET
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SECRETTRAINING REPORTChina Operations Course No. 1-6840 hours, full time 4-8 March 1968Student : Murphy, David E. Office : HURYear of Birth: 1921 Service Designation: DGrade : GS-18 No. of Students : 25EOD Date : April 1948COURSE OBJECTIVETo prepare Clandestine Services officers to conduct operations against Communist China from the point of view of Human Source Collection; to present material directed toward the updating of officers in the operational realities inside and outside China today; and specifically to train officers in providing political, political-military, advanced weapons and other coverage of the priority China target which cannot be obtained by technical means.ACHIEVEMENT RECORDThis is a certificate of attendance. No record is made of individual performance in the course.FOR THE DIRECTOR OF TRAINING:![signature] 1 MAR 1968Henry C. BarringerChief InstructorSECRET
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S-E-C-R-E-TTRAINING REPORTChiefs of Station Seminar No. 2-6880 hours, full time 5 - 16 February 1968Participant : David E. Murphy Office : C/SBYear of Birth: 1921 Service Designation: DGrade : GS-18 No. of Students : 18EOD Date : 1948## COURSE OBJECTIVES, CONTENT AND METHODSThe COS Seminar is aimed to prepare prospective Chiefs and Deputy Chiefs of Station and Chiefs of Base for field assignments. Emphasis was upon the difficulties confronting Chiefs of small or medium-sized installations, since they must handle a peculiarly wide range of problems. Included were case studies serving to remind outgoing chiefs of various operational approaches and techniques, but more time was devoted to policy, coordination, management, reporting, and administrative responsibilities of the Chief of Station, both within CIA and in the government at large, at home and abroad.The bulk of the course is given in lectures and question periods conducted by officials responsible for the missions, functions, programs, and services discussed. A few key items of suggested reading are included, and bibliographies of suggested reading tailored to the individual's assignment are offered for those who want them.## ACHIEVEMENT RECORD.This is a certificate of attendance. No further assessment of individual capacity or performance is made in this course.FOR THE DIRECTOR OF TRAINING:![signature of Henry C. Barringer]Henry C. Barringer 4 FEB 1969DateS-E-C-R-E-T
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MEMORANDUM IN LIEU OF FITNESS REPORT FORM26 April 1967Name: David E. MurphyDate of birth: 23 June 1921Sex: MaleGrade: GS-18SD: DOfficial position title: Chief, Soviet Bloc DivisionCurrent station: HeadquartersType of report: AnnualReporting period: 1 April 1966 - 31 March 1967Mr. Murphy's responsibilities during this reporting period were enlarged to encompass the Satellites as well as the Soviet Union. There has been no change in his fine performance reflected in the previous report.I have noted this report.Thomas H. KaramessinesAssistant Deputy Director for Plano![David E. Murphy's signature]David E. MurphyComments of reviewing official:![signature]Desmond FitzGeraldDeputy Director for Plans