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FROM: DEMPSEY, JOHN P., CHIEF, RESEARCH
TO DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF SECURITY
TITLE :
WILEY, CHARLES WILLIAM
DATE: 04/01/74
PAGES: 116
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SUMMARY REPORT BY VASALY, LOUIS W. RE WILEY, CHARLES W.
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MEMORANDUM FOR: Deputy Director of Security
SUBJECT
: Charles William Wiley
Attached herewith for your information is a
summary report covering Subject prepared by CIA Cover
It 
is
Employee Louis W. Vasaly and the undersigned.
limited to and based upon existing documents in the
Office of Security files on Charles William Wiley;
overt file #343 589, covert file #127 958 and thirteen
volumes of Security Research Staff operational files.
The report's accuracy and authenticity are necess
based upon file documents, since the writers did li
or no interpretation of those documents and quoted
documents in toto wherever possible.
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CONTENTS
BACKGROUND
EVENTS LEADING TO RECRUITMENT
SECURITY PROCESSING
ACTIVITIES, MARCH 1956 - JUNE 1959
CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP
ACTIVITIES, JULY 1959 - JANUARY 1974
WORLD YOUTH FESTIVAL, VIENNA 1959
CUBA TRIP, ARREST AND DETENTION 1960
AFRICA AND EAST EUROPEAN TRIP 1961
OTHER ACTIVITY 1959-1964
CLANDESTINE TRAINING 1961
WORLD YOUTH FESTIVEL, HELSINKI 1962
TAIWAN AND FAR EAST TRIP 1964
WORLD YOUTH FESTIVAL, ALGIERS 1965
SOUTH AMER. TRIP, SUMMER 1965
OTHER ACTIVITY 1965- 1974
VIETNAM TRIP 1967-1968
EUROPEAN TRIP 1970
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WORLD YOUTH FESTIVAL. EAST BERLIN 1973
INVOLVEMENT IN CUBAN EXILE ACTIVITIES
OVERSEAS TRAVEL
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UTILIZATION, CONTROL AND CASE OFFICERS
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PERSONAL ACTIVITY
TERMINATION
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CONTACTS AND RELATIONSHIP WITH
JAMES MCCORD, LEE PENNINGTON,
DONALD SWEANY and HOWARD HUNT
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BACKGROUND
He mar-
Charles William Wiley, lecturer, photographer and
free lance journalist, was born 17 November 1926 at
Flushing, New York, of American-born parents.
ried Katina Calamara, who was born on 18 March 1927 in
They had 
three 
children,
New York City, on 11 February 1950.
a daughter, now age 23, and two sons, currently (1974) ages
15 and 13, respectively. Katina died 
by suicide in April
1973. He currently resides with his two sons 
in Parlin,
New Jersey.
From
The son of a professional actor, Wiley was, himself,
In 1942
a child actor on stage and radio from 1931-1941
.
and 1943 he toured with U.S.O. shows and 
from 
1943 through
1944, was an assistant stage manager in New 
York City.
1933 to 1942, he attended the New York 
City 
Professional
Children's School. He enlisted in the U. 
S. Navy and 
served
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honorably as a Seaman from November 1944 to July 
1946.
1045 to 1951, he held many part-time and temporary jobs in
New York City and Miami, Florida, as
From 1949 through
viewer, bellhop and U. S. Postal Clerk.
1954 he attended night school at New York University and
earned a B. S. degree in Journalism. 
Also, from 1951 to
1953, he was an underwriter for Guardian 
Life Insurance
Company and from November 1953 to October 1954, an agent
for Fidelity Life Insurance Company, both 
in New York 
City.
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EVENTS LEADING TO RECRUITMENT
Charles W. Wiley first came to the official atten-
tion of the Office of Security (OS) on 9 September 1955,
when Carl F. Heney (Executive Officer, OS) forwarded a
letter written by Wiley to Ermal Geiss (Chief, Personnel
Security Division, OS), who in turn directed the letter
to James W. McCord [Security Research Staff of the Office
of Security (SRS)]. How Heney obtained the Wiley letter
is unknown, inasmuch as the name of the addressee was
deleted in the letter. However, the letter was recorded
in the Executive Registry under number 6-9881. The Wiley
letter is dated 27 April 1955, gives Wiley's address and
telephone number, and Wiley advised that he was working
on an index of the Daily Worker for the years 1933-1945
"and thought that perhaps you might be interested in
specific information that I am likely to find."
On 10 September 1955, James W. McCord contacted Wiley
in Flushing, New York. At that time, Wiley explained the
nature от The index of the Daily Worker for the years 1034-
1945, by stating that he was preparing the index under a
grant from the American Legion Americanism Committee,
headed by Lee Pennington (a former employee of the FBI).
Wiley started the index in November 1954. Wiley stated
he contacted the major government agencies in Washington
to ascertain what information in the Daily Worker would
be of most interest to them, and in addition, contacted
a couple of Congressional Committees which McCord surmised
were the House Committee on Un-American Activities and the
Senate Internal Security Committee. Wiley estimated it
would take two and a half years to complete the index.
that time, Wiley was receiving part-time clerical assis-
tance from the Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion
Post in Flushing, New York. Wiley also indicated an in-
terest in Agency employment after finishing the index.
At
The results of McCord's interview with Wiley were
brought to the attention of Robert Bannerman, Deputy Direc-
tor of Security, by 21 November 1955, when Bannerman opined
that "this may be valuable."
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McCord met next with Wiley in Washington, D. C., for
By that time, Wiley
two days, ending on 1 December 1955.
had indexed 150,000 names of the Daily Worker covering
January 1934 through June 1936. Wiley stated that the
FBI in New York City and the American Legion 
were 
already
Wiley stated
making "extensive use" of the index cards.
that one of his purposes being in Washington was to secure
He stated 
that his
financing for the index continuation.
$5000 a year grant from the American Legion Americanism
Committee would expire at the end of December 
1955, and
if negotiations with that body were unsuccessful, 
he 
would
attempt to secure financing from the Senate 
and House 
Inves-
tigating Committees. Wiley stated that 
the FBI has indi-
cated the strongest desire that he continue 
the indexing
but that in his discussion with Mr. DeLoach (Cartha DeLoach,
an FBI senior official), no indication of forthcoming 
finan-
cial support from the Bureau for this work 
was indicated.
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In recording this contact with Wiley, McCord opined:
"I think it is obvious that the index
which Wiley is working on would be of con-
siderable value to the Security Ottice and
to CIA, particularly since the Communist
Party membership and activities during the
1934-40 period were for the most part very
open and extensively advertised in the Daily
Worker. An example of how open their activi-
ties were is indicated in the fact 
that
Elizabeth Bentley's name was mentioned in
a 1935 issue of the Daily Worker at a time
prior to her going underground and acquiring
a RIS (Russian Intelligence Service) mission.
If the Daily Worker thus bears a record of
(Communist Party activities of an indi-
vidual such as Bentley, who later became
so prominent in RIS activities in the
United States, then the possibility always
exists that the names of persons later con-
nected with OSS (Office of Strategic Services)
and other governmental activity may also be
mentioned in the 1934-40 Daily Worker issues,
which have heretofore never been indexed by
any government agency.
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"Because of the obvious value of
having access to such an index, the writer
(McCord) recommends that we encourage the
continuation of Wiley's index project in
any way in which we are able to further
such work."
(There is no objective evidence in the file other than
the above to support Wiley's contention that he 
was given
encouragement by Mr. DeLoach of the FBI to 
continue the 
pro-
ject.)
The above was brought to the attention of Harlan
Westrell (Chief, Counterintelligence Branch, SRS), who
in turn brought the matter to the 
attention of Colonel
Sheffield Edwards, Director of Security, circa 
early
December 1955.
McCord
Via a memorandum dated 19 December 1955,
informed Westrell of the receipt of additional correspon-
dence from Wiley, and McCord included a rehash 
of the
metter including statements:
"I hope the Office of Security
can encourage the continuation of the
project, at least until the index 
is
completed up through 1940, which would
take about another year of work by Wiley.
The index has considerable potential CE
(counter espionage) value to this Office,
for one thing, by virtue of the fact 
that
there will be numerous heretofore unidenti-
fied Communists' names turn up in the
index, some of whom went underground
during the World War II years.
index may give us the one clue neces-
sary to detect any such penetration
existing within this Agency.
in protecting the Agency thereby is of
The 
continuation
course inestimable.
The
The value
of the project would have other merits,
which we have discussed previously."
McCord also recommended that, should the project fail,
the Agency consider employing Wiley.
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McCord recommended that Wiley had a personal acquain-
tance with a number of the well-known ex-Communist Party
key functionaries, such as Louis Budenz, as well as a
personal acquaintance with the heads and research people
in all of the Federal Congressional Committees, and State
Investigating Committees in New York State.
McCord was next in contact with Wiley on 27 December
1955, receiving an account of pertinent points retrieved
In addition, Wiley
by Wiley from the indexing project.
stated he had discussed the indexing project with Herbert
Philbrick (an ex-FBI penetration of the CPUSA), who had a
continuing interest in the project and had indicated 
he
would be willing to help Wiley get a job in the newspaper
Wiley also com-
field should the project be terminated.
mented that he had had lengthy political discussions with
Karl Wittfogel (one-time Communist) in recent years, and
was in contact with Wittfogel a few weeks before.
Speculation on identity of Private Individual
When McCord's 27 December contact with Wiley was
brought to the attention of Bannerman, he directed Westrell
to "Explore with Jim Angleton (CI Staff) the possibility of
getting about two months' expenses for subject 
(Wiley) and
in the meantime we can complete our clearance of him 
and
We should also make a 
survey
try to make out a project.
Westrell,
of his work to be certain a project is justified."
in turn, directed McCord to talk to Birch O'Neal (CI Staff)
about the matter.
In the interim, on 24 December 1955, Wiley completed
a Personal History Statement (and a report of medical his-
tory) reflecting he had been employed since 
November 1954
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on a grant from the American Legion, 1608 K. Street, N.M.,
Washington, D. C., under the supervision of Lee Pennington.
As a result, McCord scheduled National Agency Checks in
the name of Wiley on 9 January 1956.
On 17 January 1956, McCord informed Westrell, receiving
his OK, that Wiley intended to place an article in the
monthly newsletter, "Political Research" published by an
organization affiliated with the NTS (anti-Soviet Russian
emigree organization). The article was to announce Wiley's
indexing project and solicit funds.
On 27 January 1956, McCord informed Westrell, Paul F.
Gaynor (Chief, SRS), Bannerman and Colonel Edwards of the
results of a meeting he had that day discussing Wiley's
indexing project with Birch O'Neal and Herman Horton (CI
Staff). In essence, it was agreed that some Agency funding
of the project should be forthcoming, and Horton evidenced
interest in Wiley for CI Staff employment after completion
of the project. Both Bannerman and Colonel Edwards evi-
denced interest in Agency funding of the project, the latter
asking for figures as to cost.
McCord was next in direct contact with Wiley in Flushing,
New York, on 29 January 1956, obtaining highlights of security
interest developed from the indexing.
By 6 February 1956, figures were produced showing that
$13,500 would cover one year continuation of the indexing,
$7,000 for Wiley, $3,000 for a clerk typist; and $3,000 for
part-time help and supplies. On this date, Gaynor noted he
"would like to see this project completed if at all possible."
By the first week of March 1956, "front office" verbal
approval had been given for OS funding of the project, labeled
Operation Recall, concurrent with a meeting between McCord
and Wiley and arrangements were made for transporting the
McCord
completed portion of the index to Washington, D. C.
estimated the value of the index at that time as being be-
During this week,
tween $15,000 to $25,000 in labor alone.
favorable National Agency Name Checks were concluded on Wiley
and Colonel Edwards and Colonel White had approved using
Security Office funds to total $10,000 in all, to continue
The partially
Wiley's indexing for one additional year.
completed index was turned over to the Agency on 8 March 1956.
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Following the approval of the project funding, McCord
contacted Lee Pennington, of the Americanism Committee of
the American Legion in Washington, D. C., asking, and
receiving wholehearted agreement, for Pennington to provide .
cover for Wiley's work. The cover arrangements were SO
concluded. It was made clear to Wiley that CIA was pur-
chasing the end product of his work and that he was not
now a CIA employee. However, McCord did advise Wiley that
he would attempt to secure Agency employment for him at the
conclusion of the project; and that in the coming year Wiley
should work on the indexing, continue regular contact with
his sources of information in New York City keeping the
Agency advised of anything that may be pertinent to our
areas of interest, and finally, build a cover story which
would enable Wiley to contact and interview various ex-
Communists and ex-Soviet agents in the New York area.
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On 9 January 1956, James McCord of SRS requested
National Agency Checks (NACS), excluding CIC, to be made
on Wiley. These checks were returned on 24 February 1956
NACs were
and all were either favorable or no record.
again requested on 30 September 1958 and were returned
either favorable or no record on 30 October 1958. 
On
24 November 1958, a Covert Security Approval was issued
to the Security Research Staff to permit Wiley's use as
a covert associate of the Security Research Staff.
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In mid-March 1956, through a letter by McCord extended
from 
his home 
address, arrangements were made for Wiley to
come 
to Washington, D. C., for three days to brief Hazel
Mackie, Personnel Pool (Office of Personnel), on certain
administrative matters for the processing and typing of the
index. The 
Personnel Pool work would result in 8 full copies
of the 
index: three copies to the Security Office, one copy
to 
Staff D, one copy to CI Staff, one copy for the FBI, one
copy for the American Legion and one copy for Wiley.
(It is presumed that a copy of the index was given to
the FBI; however, there is no document which could be located
that states a copy was in fact given to the FBI.)
Concurrent with McCord's interest in Wiley, he and
Morse Allen (SRS) were working on Operation Recovery, a
project set up in 1955 whose objective was gaining access
to and debriefing former and known agents of the inter-
national Communist movement who were involved in espionage
activities directly or indirectly against the U.S. Govern-
ment. Attendant to this operation, by April 1956, Wiley
at 
the request of McCord had completed:
a. A summary of newspaper items on
the Vladimir Asaturov case;
b.
C.
d.
e.
A summary of information on the
Robert Osman case;
A summary of information on the
Robert G. Switz case;
A summary of information on the
Mary Martin espionage case; and
A summary of information on the
Michael Gorin espionage case.
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Wiley was sent his first check covering the index pro-
ject on 9 April 1956. By 22 May 1956, he had met Morse
Allen.
McCord further reported on 1 May 1956 that during dis-
cussion with Wiley he told Wiley that there are three areas
in which he could work during the coming year (1956-57)
which would be of interest and would enhance his value to
CIA. One would be the continuation of the index project,
another would be the continuation of regular contact with
his sources of information in New York City, keeping CIA
advised of anything that may be pertinent to our areas of
interest. The third would be the building for him a cover
story which would enable him to contact and interview various
ex-Communists and ex-Soviet agents in the New York area.
Wiley told McCord that he, Wiley, was in contact with
Herbert Philbrick during the spring of 1956, and asked
McCord to work on getting him, Wiley, some (American)
Legion credentials. Wiley also enclosed reports on one
Alexander Koral. He stated he had begun taking Russian.
language lessons from • Russian girl working for NTS.
On 20 March 1957, McCord informed his supervisor that
Wiley's work on the index project would expire in May 1957.
McCord indicated he would like to use Wiley for another year
on the indexing project.
On 13 April 1957, Wiley tendered additional materials
from the indexing project; a copy of an article by Alfred
Kohlberg, "A Red Dream"; an open letter to the President
of the United States requesting either a new trial or par-
don for Morton Sobell, attaching a list of 200 signers; and
a list of publications and organizations fighting Communism
in the U.S. prepared by Herb Philbrick, given to Wiley.
Wiley was advised that he may be called upon soon to work
on some material on Soviet Espionage (David Dallin material,
a noted author of books on Soviet Intelligence), requiring
about one month's work; that he may be called upon to fol-
low the Albam (Jacob Albam) trial developments in the press;
and that an attempt would be made to renew his grant for
another year.
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On 21 June 1957, Harlan A. Westrell, Chief, SRS, re-
quested the Director of Security for authorization to con-
tinue the Daily Worker indexing project for one year which
had yielded approximately 500,000 names in the index.
22 August 1957, Sheffield Edwards, Director of Security,
requested and received, such authorization for circa
$10,000 from the Deputy Director of Support.
On
During this period (1956-1959), Wiley worked with
Herbert Philbrick on a book which Philbrick was preparing
He also
entitled "The Most Dangerous Group in the World."
was "building his cover" as a newspaperman and had numerous
contacts with Earl Browder (ex-chairman of the CPUSA).
From 5 to 19 January 1959, Wiley made a fact-finding
trip through the Mid-West and the Southeastern states of
the U.S. contacting newspapers, "conservative" individuals,
police agencies, and information repositories to determine
the extent of their information concerning Communism and
the Communist movement.
During the summer of 1959, SRS initiated and completed
2 study through wiley of the Columbia University newspape
"Spectator" and the City College of New York newspaper.
This, unlike the Daily Worker index, was a study of the
various issues for information pertaining to Communists
Don Ingles,
and radical organizations and individuals.
Wiley's cousin, conducted the study and was paid for his
time.
Financial records indicate that the indexing project's
gross funding from March 1956 through May 1957 was $10,000.
Out of that amount, Wiley was given $8,600 in salary and the
other $1,400 was for expenses. The same total amount was
approved for the period June 1957 through May 1958 and was
expended as follows: $7,900 for salary payments and $2,100
for expenses. A like amount ($10,000) was set aside for
the period June 1958 through June 1959 and expended at the
rate of $734.17 per month in salary payments and the rest,
$265.83, in expenses.
In connection with the index, Wiley was also given
specific requests to compile reports on several individ-
uals and organizations which were of peripheral interest.
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On 30 April 1958, Wiley prepared a report on his
contact 
(Charles Raphael) 
with the International Com-
mission of Jurists
, and the location of possible files
on Soviet Espionage 
Commissioned by Philip Chancellor to
be gathered by Sidney McLaglen
.
On 2 May 1958, Wiley prepared a report on his chance
meeting 
with Vladimir 
Oserov, Tass reporter.
Wiley reported that on 28 June 1958, he attended a
birthday cocktail party at the apartment of and for
Dr. J.B. Matthews
, and identified others in attendance.
On 6 December 1956 (sic), Wiley reported receiving
a call 
from J.B. 
Matthews inquiring about Jack Rubenstein
(Rubinstein).
In the fall of 1958, Wiley reported meeting JoAnn
Mellors
, from England
, active in the anti-Communist organ-
ization Common Cause.
On 1 November 1958, Wiley prepared a report on the
"Links 
Between the Anti
-veteration League and The CA in
the Middle East," 
following a conversation with Michael
Rich.
On 8 December 1958, Wiley prepared a report on a
contact 
with Colonel 
Aharon Yariv, an Israeli Embassy
official. On 3 
March 1959, this report was sent by
Helene Finan to James 
McCord and Clifton Carrico.
In March 1959, Wiley prepared four reviews of articles
appearing 
in 
1941 and 1942 editions of Social Justice
Magazine pertaining to General Walter G. Krivitsky.
On 19 April 1959, Wiley prepared a report covering
his 
introduction 
to Haviv Shiber, General Secretary of
the Anti-
Communist League in Israel. There is a notation
on the 
report that Wiley was going to give the informa-
tion also to 
the FBI.
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July 1959
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On 1 July 1959, this Agency entered into contract
with Wiley, as an independent contractor, at the salary
rate of $9,100 per annum, with additional compensation
in the amount of 5% of the above sum, to be paid in
quarterly installments, representing the Government's
contribution toward Wiley's choice of programs for insur-
ance, retirement, medical and health. The contract speci-
fied that he would be reimbursed for operational travel
as directed by OS, and for other approved operational
expenses, subject to accounting applicable with Govern-
ment regulations.
The annual compensation was subsequently increased
on 1 July 1960 to $9,900 per annum and on 1 July 1961 to
$10,500 per annum, plus additional 5% as noted above.
Salary has remained at the latter level to the date of
his termination. The contract was to run for an inde-
finite period, and could be terminated without notice in
the event of a breach of contract or by Wiley rengering
himself unavailable for acceptable service, and could
otherwise be terminated by either Wiley or the Agency
with 90 days' notice.
From 1955 to 1959; Wiley was paid in cash, and for
several years after the contract was signed, officers of
SRS continued to pay Wiley his salary either in cash or
through bank money orders. In 1964 payments of salary
were made by the Office of Finance directly into his bank
account in New York City.
From 1959 to the present time, SRS obtained a copy
of each year's Federal Income Tax Return, and on at least
two occasions, Wiley was given a personal briefing on the
management of the Agency funds, vis-a-vis income from his
self-established firm, World News Analysis, by Agency
Finance Officers. In 1964, because of his failure to
comply with the SRS's instructions to furnish complete
details on his claimed expenses, the regular payment of
"operational" expenses was terminated, necessitating that
he reduce expenses which were not reimburseable from the
firm's income.
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Regarding his overseas travel, for the early years,
he was 
reimbursed in toto 
for travel expenses.
once World 
News Analysis had become established and had
However
,
acquired some 
regular source of income, the reimburse-
ments for his 
overseas travel was decreased, and only a
token contribution 
was made toward lengthy trips.
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WORLD YOUTH FESTIVAL, VIENNA 1959
Shortly after Wiley signed his contract with this
Agency
, he became 
involved in the World Youth Festival
(WYF) held in 
Vienna during July 1959.
A memo dated 19 February 1959 to the Acting Chief,
SRS, 
from Helene 
Finan (SRS) reports on a meeting between
Finan and Wiley at which 
Wiley furnished information rela-
tive to the 
forthcoming WYF to be held in Europe in mid-
summer 1959. According 
to this memo and an accompanying
one, Wiley said that 
Herb Romerstein (ex-Communist and
HCUA employee
), with the aid of Alfred Kohlberg. (NYC
importer 
and long-time anti-Communist activitist) and
Colonel 
Archibald Roosevelt, has a project extant to send
a delegation of 
10 or more people to the WYF in Vienna in
July, along 
with the left-wing American delegation.
Romerstein. who 
is running the "show" for us (Finan's
words) has asked Wiley to help and Wiley will, but not in
an overt manner. Wiley 
told Romerstein the project was
his and Wiley should 
not be given any prominence.
and his wife 
will sign up next week.
Wiley
the American Legion and several individuals from various
Don 
Sweeny (sic) 
of
state police 
will also be among the group witting of the
project. The 
group, probably no more than 10 in all, will
attempt 
subtle propaganda, will sit singley throughout the
hall and interject 
controversial or embarrassing topics
into discussions. 
Wiley will play the role of the typical
American with his ever
-ready camera. Wiley will also work
on behalf of the I&NS in gathering names and pictures.
Helene Finan reported on 12 March 1959 to the AC/SRS
that 
Wiley will attend 
the WYF in Vienna in summer of 1959
for us (SRS). A 
17 March 1959 memo states Wiley will leave
New York with the 
delegation on 20 June 1959. After the
Festival, the 
group (less Katina Wiley) plans to spend three
weeks in the USSR as 
members of the U.S. delegation to the
Festival. Wiley 
later changed his plans to include a visit
to Europe and 
the Middle East before and to Europe and Eng-
land after the Vienna 
and USSR phases of the trip.
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On 18 May 1959, Morse Allen wrote a memo to the
Chief
, SRS 
that Wiley is now a newspaperman and a maga-
zine writer, 
accredited under the auspices of the North
American Newspaper Alliance, the Spades Syndicate, The
Indianapolis 
Star, The Richmond Times Dispatch and pro-
bably 
several other publications. Wiley is a member of
an anti-Communist group privately sponsored who will attend
the Vienna Youth 
Festival and will make themselves known
during 
the Festival. Wiley will probably cover the Festi-
val for 
the Newhouse Newspaper Chain, National Review and
U.S. News 
and World Report. He has received $500 in pri-
vate subscriptions to 
cover the cost of his transportation
to the WYF. 
The cost of his proposed itinerary amounts to
$1,056.70 
for transportation. Allen recommended the Office
of Security 
pay the additional cost of $556.70 with the
understanding that any remuneration received from his
writings be offset on an equitable basis.
me,
"
On 19 May 1959, James McCord noted to Allen, "Ok, see
referring to the request to approve the additional
cost and possible later offset. There is a 16 June report
from Wiley 
acknowledging receipt of $555.70.
The New York Times reported on 3 August 1959 that
Charles Wiley, his wife, and Joanne Mellor, a British sub-
ject 
living in New York City, were "roughed up" when they
attempted to join a parade of Eastern Bloc delegates to
the 
WYF. Wiley and company waited until the parade had
started and 
then unfolded their banners with such slogans
as "
Remember Hungary, " "Remember Tibet," and "What About
Soviet 
Imperialism?" That incident got much press cover-
age, particularly 
because Wiley's wife was obviously preg-
nant.
A 14 September 1959 memo for the record from Wiley
reflects that in a meeting with staff members of the HCUA,
Wiley 
was instrumental in talking HCUA out of holding
hearings which would be intended partially to expose the
alleged 
inept, but expensive, effort made by CIA to infil-
trate the WYF with a large group under cover of the Inde-
pendent Service Committee. The Director of Security memo-
randa 
concerning the foregoing was forwarded to the Legis-
lative Counsel on the 16th and 25th of September 1959 and
the 27th 
of October 1959. They were also forwarded to the
Office of the DCI.
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In February 1960, Wiley did testify before HCUA as
an expert regarding the 7th WYF and covered "violence"
against 
himself and other anti-Communists and the Commu-
nist dominance 
of delegations.
On or about 1 April 1960, the House Committee on
Un-American Activities was interested in consultations
with 
Wiley based on articles by Wiley appearing in the
American Legion Magazine
, Elks magazine, National Review,
and the 
Ukranian Quarterly, apparently based on Wiley's
observations of Iron 
Curtain countries derived from his
travels to the USSR, the World Youth Festival in Vienna,
and other Iron 
Curtain countries during the summer of
1959. 
(In February 1960, Wiley had testified before
HCUA about his experiences at the Vienna Youth Festival.)
The HCUA staff 
members interested in Wiley were Francis
McNamara and Richard 
Arens.
During the course of his trip to the WYF, Wiley
apparently drew some official attention to himself in
Israel
.
Circa 20 August 1959, a State Department memorandum
was forwarded to McCord regarding conversations William
Anthony, 
Press Officer, American Embassy, Tel Aviv, Israel,
had with Wiley 
at the American Embassy on 20 and 21 July
1959. In 
substance, Anthoney stated Wiley represented
himself as a columnist 
connected with the "Newhouse Chain"
but in his questioning of Anthony about Israeli politics,
he (
Wiley) "tries to give the impression he either is in
or just 
outside the Washington intelligence community."
Upon receipt 
of this memo, McCord advised Morse Allen,
SRS, 
"We need to straighten Wiley out on being too clan-
destine."
Circa September 1959, Wiley prepared five reports
relevant to some of his travels to the Middle East, Soviet
Union and 
Austria attendant to activities of the World
Youth Festival in Vienna in the summer of 1959. One report
concerned a 
former Syrian Communist leader (Elias Mourkos);
and Syrian 
intelligence agents. Another concerned Wiley's
observations 
as of 9 August 1959 when he was in Kiev, USSR,
relative 
to an anti-regime student in Kiev. A third report
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1 concerned the presence of Anthony Churchill at the Vienna
Youth Festival from late July to early August 1959. A
fourth report concerned Wiley's meeting with one Damdindorje
in Cairo, Egypt, on 2 July 1959 who Wiley characterized as
a possible defector from the Mongolian Peoples' Republic;
and the fifth report pertained to the possible compromise
through Soviet guides of the Yale Chorus Group in the
USSR in July 1959.
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In the fall of 1959, Wiley prepared three additional
reports attendant to his travels involving the World Youth
Festival in the summer of 1959. One report concerned the
presence of Chua Cheng Lok at the Youth Festival; another
concerned Wiley's meeting with Dr. Waldemar Wajszczuk on
a train travelling between the Soviet border at Brest and
Warsaw on 16 August 1959, who Wiley characterized as a
possible Polish defector; coupled with a report on Wiley's
meeting with Bogdan Kolodziejski and Jerzy Solecki in Vienna
in late July 1959, who Wiley characterized as "Polish journa-
lists (intelligence agent?)"; and a third concerned a 29 June
1959 meeting in Belgrade with Tom Duckinovic, characterized
a defector from Yugoslavie.
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OLVAEil
CUBA TRIP, ARREST AND DETENTION,
1960
(There is no conclusive evidence such as formal memo-
randa 
in the file to indicate 
that this Agency initiated
action to send Wiley to Cuba.
routing slips, memoranda and expense voucher payments would
However, inferences from
indicate that this trip was for CIA
. Contrary to inferences
by SRS officers, there is no indication, again such as a
formal memorandum, in the Wiley 
files that he, under CIA
instruction, courted arrest and 
detention so that he could
find out information about the 
three staff employees who
were imprisoned there. This 
does not preclude that there
might not be written notes 
of such a plan buried in other
files. The best indicator is 
Paul Gaynor's comment on a
routing slip to CIA Cover 
Employee dated 2 February 1970,
"His (Wiley's) imprisonment in 
Cuba was
behalf of FE-
TSD-OS-DCI-DDP.")
an operation on
On 9 August 1960, Wiley reported the following infor-
mation 
to Morse Allen of SRS 
concerning his trip to Cuba:
MT Wiley arrived in Havana the morning of 26 July
1you 
and was arrested in Havana 
at the Libre Hotel at
approximately 7:00 
p.m. on the evening of 27 July 1960.
During the period between 
his arrival and his arrest, Mr.
Wiley stated that he had made 
no business type contacts
and that he had merely wandered 
about the streets of Havana
looking for news items.
dent for radio station WOR of New York City plus other news-
(Wiley 
is covered as a correspon-
paper correspondent type coverage
.) During this period,
Wiley stated he contacted Ruby Phillips of the New York
Times and he met and talked 
with Dave Webber, a stringer
for NBC who was staying at the 
Libre Hotel.
Wiley stated 
that he had spent a certain amount of time
In addition
,
doing nothing but moving about 
the Libre Hotel.
stated further 
that during the 26th and on the 27th he
Wiley
had been interviewing 
delegates to the Latin American
Youth Congress then 
convening in Havana, Cuba.
these interviews
, Wiley had acted as a typical newspaper-
During
man and had with him a tape recorder 
which he had brought
with him when he came into 
Cuba and which he had previously
registered with the Cuban customs 
authorities.
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Wiley stated that the actual arrest came about in the
following way. He stated that he had talked with a young
man from the United States. 
The young Cuban who was obvi-
ously violently pro-Castro and also had talked with a young
man from the United States. The young Cuban had been telling
Wiley that everything was fine in Cuba and that it was not
a police state and he was conducting his discussion with
this young Cuban in more or less routine reported style
when all of a sudden a police officer with two others moved
to the table where he was sitting and stated that they wanted
to talk to Wiley outside. Wiley asked the ranking officer
who he was and was told that he was the Chief of the Public
Relations of the Youth Congress. However, after some argu-
ment, Wiley was forcibly taken outside although not roughed
up by the two assistants to the ranking police officer and
also taken at the same time was the young Cuban whom Wiley
had been interviewing. All these police officers were in
plain clothes.
Wiley stated that they were placed in a car and taken
directly to G-2 Headquarters in the Miromar Section of
Havana which is a building between 14th Street and Fifth
Avenue and bears the number 1210 (this address known TO
the United States Embassy). Wiley stated that during the
ride in the car to the G-2 Headquarters, he needled the
young Cuban who kept insisting that this was not an arrest
and seemed shocked by the whole performance. Wiley added
that this Cuban, as far as he knows, was dismissed from
the prison after a statement had been taken from him by
the police the same evening.
Wiley stated that he was taken to a reception type of
room in the G-2 Headquarters and to his complete amaze-
ment some fifteen minutes after he was taken there, into
the reception room came Jake Rosen, a well known New York
Communist whom Wiley spoke to and positively identified
and another U.S. Communist whom Wiley identified as being
one of those who was on tour of the Soviet Union with
Wiley after he had gone to the Vienna Youth Festival pre-
viously. Wiley stated that he could not recall the name
of the second Communist but stated he could be identified
since Wiley has a photograph of him at his residence.
Rosen and this other Communist were dirty and their feet
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guards in the reception room 
that both of these men had
come from Sierra Maestre where 
they had been visiting.
Wiley said he talked to Rosen and there could be no
question 
of his identity.
tity of these individuals with Wiley, it was agreed that a
(
NOTE: In discussing the iden-
possible examination of both cases 
would be in order since
a possibility exists that Rosen 
and the other Communist
were illegally in Cuba.)
Following this short period of time in the reception
room, 
Wiley was placed in a cell 
in the jail about 9 x 15
feet long which contained six 
bunks and 15 other prisoners.
Wiley stated that in this cell he 
met FNU Acosta, a man
named Costas and Major Gallo 
Martinez whom Wiley described
as the former Adjutant General of 
Castro's Army..
Wiley stated that after about one hour in the cell,
the 
guards came and took him to 
another room for interro-
gation. On the way to the 
interrogation room, Wiley stated
he saw Jake Rosen and the other 
aforementioned man in one
of the inner offices and 
both seemed in high spirits.
Wiley commented that he had 
learned later from other pri-
sonsers that Rosen and this other 
individual had complete
run of the Headquarters and were 
allowed to make phone calls
and Wiley stated that he established 
through other prisoners
that Rosen had made at least three 
phone calls%; one to the
National Hotel, one possibly to the 
United States Embassy
and one to an unknown private 
number.
that at one 
of the three numbers Rosen spoke to someone
Wiley also learned
for about an hour and apparently 
this someone was known
as "Mike."
Wiley stated that he 
also learned that the two
Communists 
were seen with 
Captain Alvarez of G-2 and were
observed on most friendly terms 
with Alvarez and were, in
fact, reported as being arm in arm 
with Alvarez.
soner believed 
that they were talking about Wiley since
One 
pri-
this prisoner overheard the 
name "Cholly" (ph), the way
Cubans referred to Wiley's first 
name Charles.
According to Wiley, the interrogation was conducted
by the 
previously mentioned 
Alvarez and a Cuban woman who
claimed that she had been 
arrested by the FBI recently in
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1 Miami, Florida, and further claimed that she had been
slapped by an FBI agent. Wiley stated that this woman
mentioned the name 
of the man but he cannot as yet recall
the agent's 
name. Wiley also believed that the arrest had
occurred in Miami 
within the last few months, also no speci-
fic date of arrest was 
mentioned. Wiley stated that Alvarez
and the woman both 
spoke English although not well.
Wiley stated that the interrogation was strictly rou-
tine. 
They wanted 
to know why he was in Cuba, when he had
arrived, had 
he ever been in Cuba before, who he worked
for, etc. 
Wiley stated that he worked for radio station
WOR and that he 
held strictly to his newspaper correspon-
dent cover. Wiley 
stated that Alvarez attempted to talk
tough at times but Wiley 
laughed at him and denounced the
Cuban 
police, the Cuban military and the Cuban government
to Alvarez and, in fact, 
invited Alvarez to do anything
he wanted to. 
Wiley stated he bluntly asked Alvarez just
why he was arrested 
and according to Alvarez said "we
think 
you are an FBI spy.' Wiley stated that he pointed
out the 
stupidity of Alvarez to his face and that Alvarez
from time 
to time became furious during the interrogation.
"
Wiley stated that the interrogation which was com-
pletely fruitless lasted about twenty minutes, at the
conclusion of 
which he was given a sandwich and was told
that he would be 
released in the morning. Wiley stated
that he demanded 
that he be allowed to call the U.S. Em -
bassy but this was denied. Because of this, Wiley stated
that he wouldn't 
eat a thing until the U.S. Embassy or
one 
of their representatives had made contact with him.
He stated 
that he took the sandwich and gave it to some
prisoners
. Wiley stated at the conclusion of this interro-
gation 
he was taken to a different cell which he described
as 
being about 15 x 15 feet having triple bunks in the cell
occupied by 
26 other men whom Wiley described as MRR types.
Wiley 
described this cell as filthy, no ventilation, no
lights. He 
stated he spent seven days in this cell and in
fact went on a 
hunger strike. He stated he refused to eat
anything 
and touched no food except on the Sunday following
his arrest 
after he had been promised his release the fol-
lowing 
morning at which time he had a little soup and some
other food. He added 
however because his release was not
forthcoming as agreed, he went on another hunger strike and
had no food 
until he was released on the following Wednes-
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Wiley stated that there was no other attempt at
interrogation 
made either 
directly or indirectly during
his stay. He stated that 
on Saturday night an official
from the U.S. Embassy visited 
him. Wiley did not know
this man's name and Mr. 
Kessler from the Embassy who has
been previously mentioned 
visited him Monday, Tuesday and
Wednesday. Wiley commented 
that prior to his release he
gave what he regarded as 
significant information (which
will be referred to in the 
second section of this report)
to Kessler, since he thought 
the information should be
surfaced and he could not 
tell how long he would be kept
in the prison. Wiley cautioned 
the writer at this time
the possible compromise of his connections 
if this infor-
mation was handled 
incorrectly.
Wiley stated that he suffered no particular harass-
ments 
while in the prison. He 
stated that some of the
guards talked tough and 
tried to act tough but Wiley stated
he behaved in his completely 
stubborn and obstreperous man-
ner at all times and refused to 
cooperate in every possible
way. He stated that the regular 
prison guards were friendly
and he had no trouble with them but 
the special military
guards and the army type were 
the constant subjects of his
scorn and hostility. He stated 
that as a form of annoy-
ance he was told twice that he was 
going to leave and then
after he had prepared to 
leave, he was told that it was
mistake and that his leaving 
had been cancelled.
a
Wiley stated that on Friday or Saturday in the morning
which 
had been the 29th or 
30th of July he was checked over
by a doctor at the prison for 
fungus infection and because
of the fact that he was on a 
hunger strike and that it was
obvious that he was weak 
from hunger, Wiley said nothing
came of this but on Tuesday 
the 2nd of August, he was taken
within the prison to a 
doctor who immediately sent him to
a hospital, address unknown 
(in Havana), Camp Libertad.
At this hospital Wiley 
was given a check up and he was told
he would have to eat. Wiley 
stated that he would resist
any effort to force feed 
him and he refused to take any
food and any medication 
from a Cuban doctor or Cuban atten-
dant. Wiley said that at 
the hospital he was placed in a
psycho cell with about 
twelve persons some of whom Wiley
thought were political 
types but most of whom were criminally
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insane. Wiley commented that obviously the prison atten-
dants and officials were very worried about Wiley's health
because of his refusal to eat and he was constantly being
checked by various doctors. Wiley stated that he was re-
leased from the hospital and was given back all of his
effects except his tape recorder and his hat. On Wednes-
day, 3 August, he was released.
Wiley commented that the individuals who were political
prisoners impressed him very much; they seemed "real men"
and were fanatically anti-Castro; most as far as Wiley could
tell were connected with the MRR. He stated the regular
guards were obnoxious and were detested by the prisoners.
He commented that the G-2 Headquarters, as far as he could
tell, had been in operation somewhat over two months and
that they had probably processed over 5,000 prisoners
since he recalled seeing the number attached to his card
as 5028.
Wiley commented that while at the hospital a civil
officer, Rolando Fiallo, came to his cell and acted as an
interpreter. Fiallo told Wiley that he wanted to help him
and offered to do anything for him that he could. Accord-
ing to wiiey, Fiallo appeared to be a strong anti-Castro
type who had a great desire to come to the United States.
Fiallo told Wiley that he had a good friend who was an
important defector from the Cuban Embassy in Mexico.
Wiley commented that Fiallo sounded very honest but that
he could not tell whether this man was a plant or not.
Wiley stated that while he was in prison, guards
brought in a man by the name of Leonardo Julio Walter, an
Argentine doctor. Wiley stated that he found out that this
Walter had been picked up at the airport as soon as he had
landed and that when he was placed in the cell with Wiley
and the others, the doctor gave the impression of a per-
fectly furious individual. According to Wiley, Dr. Walter
kept insisting that he was a friend of "Che" Gueverra.
Walter was an obnoxious type, according to Wiley, and
stated time and time again emphatically that he hated all
North Americans and in no circumstances would he treat
them medically. Wiley could not understand why this man
was brought into the prison but reported it simply as an
incident of interest.
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Set out below are items of particular interest which
have 
been reported in 
more specific terms by Mr. Wiley
to assist Chief, SRS and 
are set forth below for record:
Wiley reported that MRR source who was interrogated
said 
that a man FNU Gorky 
was a Russian or East German
who sits in on all 
interrogations of political prisoners
at the G-2 Headquarters 
Building. According to Wiley,
this man does not speak 
Spanish and his source could fur-
nish no description.
According to Wiley, an MRR source told him that he
had 
received the 
following information from another MRR
man who worked at the 
place mentioned.
ported 
that there were twenty crated MIG fighter planes
This source re-
at the San Antonio "bath" (
Wiley could not recall the
Spanish word used 
here). This source stated that this
was an air base 
built by the U.S. Government.
further 
reported that he had heard that between 30 and 35
The source
Cuban pilots were 
presently in Czechoslovakia on a seven
months training course 
getting instructions for flying
the aforementioned MIG 
fighters.
Wiley stated that he had given full details concerning
the 
Soviet freighter that 
had come in with the large crates
to Assistant Chief, SRS. 
Wiley stated that it was most
interesting that his 
source told him that the freighter
had come through Cuban 
customs and into the harbor without
any routine harbor 
clearance and had swung immediately into
its berth along side one of 
the Havana docks.
Wiley the source was one of the longshoremen who had been
According 
to
impressed to unload 
this Soviet freighter.
loaded 
were enormous being 70 feet long approximately.
The crates 
un-
Source also stated that one 
of the crates had broken but
because of the 
careful packing of whatever it contained,
source was unable to 
identify its contents. According to
Wiley, these huge crates 
were placed on big trucks and were
taken to specific areas
, each one accompanied by jeeps.
Wiley himself could 
offer no explanation of the crates or
what they were made of 
nor the size or capacity of the trucks
that moved these large 
crates.
could furnish no additional details other than those given
Apparently Wiley's source
to Assistant Chief, SRS
.
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Wiley stated that he learned from a former police-
man who 
served under 
Batista that every G-2 station in
Havana had cached 
400 Czech machine guns and approximately
two million rounds of ammunition
. Source told Wiley that
he knew this to be 
true because he had worked putting these
items there. Wiley 
himself definitely discounts this story.
Wiley reported that a source had obtained from another
source 
who 
worked at this place that there were 200 Russian
or East German (
European) technicians at the Baracoa (ph)
base.
Wiley reported that he had received information that
at Marianu 
or 
Marianal there had been observed a number of
pairs of 
cranes. These pairs of cranes consisted of a large
crane and a small crane 
which are apparently built together
and are so designed 
that they are used for handling odd
shaped or unusual 
sized material. No other details given.
Wiley stated that inside the prison cell while he was
first 
incarcerated, 
he heard that the Cuban police claimed
that they had in 
prison the head of the sabotage group,
the head of the Activist 
group and the Chief of Finance
of the MRR movement 
in Havana. Wiley stated that he goi
pretty close to the 
men in the cell.
liked him and in fact talked quite freely to him and that
They apparently
when he mentioned this 
to several of these individuals, the
various men did 
not deny to him the above. Wiley said that
these prisoners 
admitted that they were connected with and
were leaders of 
one of the two major sections of the MRR in
Havana.
Wiley stated that one of the above mentioned men whose
name 
is 
Hermando Marchecho claimed that while being interro-
gated he was 
able to see reports which were signed by three
or four individuals 
which he recognized as double agents in
the ranks of MRR. 
Marchecho stated that as far as he was
concerned, the appearance of these names on reports indicated
that a heavy 
penetration of the MRR had been made by Castro's
intelligence. 
According to Wiley, Marchecho
discouraged by this but nevertheless clearly indicated to
was 
completely
Wiley that 
he and his associates and his organization would
continue the 
struggle against Castro.
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which he could then be considered an expert. Subject has
contacted a number of organizations in radio, television,
newspapers and magazines who had evidenced an interest in
securing from him stories, pictures and taped interviews.
Approval for the trip was requested and $3,000 toward
financing of this trip. He was to depart toward the end
of May and return around the first of August. The memo is
initialed "OS/SE" (SE being Sheffield Edwards, Director of
Security).
Ultimately his travel voucher covering this trip reflected
expenses of $4,544.38 with $3,000 advanced and the "balance not
claimed." His cover accounting for 7(6)-6/62 lists "Deficit on
trip to Asia" 1,544.38 as an expense and is offset against
listed income for that period. Besides other countries he was
in during the period 5/15 to 8/18/62, he spent 12 days in the
USSR and 14 days in Helsinki.
In September 1962, Wiley reported on an item from a
September 1962 edition of the National Review concerning a
statement by Red China's Marshal Chen.
Sometime in the fall of 1962, Wiley submitted three
reports relevant to a trip ho made during the summer of
One report covered reports Wiley made to the U.S. Embassies
in 1962, reflecting that after travelling through Sydney,
Australia, Wiley contacted Rollard Haggart Bushner, American
Embassy, Djakarta, in early June, reporting that the Dutch
were preparing to pull out of New Guinea; that in late June
Wiley gave a copy of an exclusive interview with President
Diem of Vietnam to Robert Francis Krill, a USIS official in
Vientiane; and that in late July (1962) Wiley contacted the
political section of the American Embassy in Helsinki reporting
information he had obtained in Samarkand and Tashkent, Soviet
Union. In each case he identified himself only as a newsman
who thought he should report interesting information to his
government. Wiley also reported to SRS interesting persons
visiting the USSR in July 1962, to wit: Cyla Singer and
Professor and Mrs. Quincy Wright, who he met in Tashkent;
and Douglas A. Dawkins, who he met in Tbilisi.
formally reported on Ed Leland, who he met in mid-June 1962
on a flight from Phom Penh to Saigon. In addition, he formally
reported information he received from an enlisted man at the
U.S. Air Station in Peshawar, Pakistan, in early June 1962,
concerning overflights by U.S. jets in Southern USSR.
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TAIWAN AND FAR EAST TRIP 1964
According to a memorandum dated 27 October 1964 from
Morse Allen to Chief, SRS, the "Chinat" government offered
Wiley a two week, all expense paid, round trip to Taiwan as
a result of Wiley's American Legion magazine article on
Tibet. Wiley will lecture and talk in Taiwan, and his planned
departure was on or about 5 November 1964.
Allen recommended that Wiley be authorized to proceed
in this trip without any outside instruction in targets.
Allen further recommended that Wiley be given money in amount
of $500 to $1,000 to permit him to take advantage of the
"Chinat" trip and make a "free lance" trip through Far East
(Tokyo, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, | Malaysia)
and return via Manila, P.I.
Paul F. Gaynor, Chief, SRS, noted in a slip of paper
attached to Allen's memorandum that the Director of Security
approved $1.000 advance on 28 October 1964. Wiley acknowledged
receipt of the $1,000 cash on 10 November 1904.
On 16 February 1965, an accounting for the above trip was
submitted by Wiley and $37.28 of the $1,000 advanced was returned
as the unused portion of the advance.
In the interim, by 16 November 1964, Wiley had contacted
Radio Free Europe in New York on his own, and had been slated
to do research on the Far East utilizing RFE files or in con-
junction with RFE officials. Wiley was also scheduled to act
as a free lance interviewer and reporter during the course of
an impending trip to the Far East. Through efforts of SRS,
this activity on the part of Wiley was curtailed.
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WORLD YOUTH FESTIVAL, ALGIERS 1965
The 9th Communist sponsored WYF, after early
speculation as to the probable site at which it would be
held, was finally announced for Algeria from 27 July to
6 August 1965. This WYF, however, was cancelled in late
June 1965 despite the advance planning and arrangements
that had gone into it.
An August 13, 1964, memo from Morse Allen to C/SRS,
Subject: 9th WYF, concerns what, if anything, SRS and/or
Wiley might do regarding the probable holding of a 9th
WYF during the summer of 1965. Wiley had several weeks
earlier reminded Allen that he, Wiley, had attended the
last one at Helsinki and had been active in the
"disruption of that festival.” Wiley wanted to know if
SRS had any planned operations in connection with 9th
or had SRS given any thought to setting up some plans.
He pointed out that it would take considerable time to
oxccute plans for another penetration effort. Allen told
Wiley that Wiley was coo old and too well known TO
spearhead any U.S. activities in that direction. Allen
said Wiley could, however, organize and direct it, possibly
from without the area, if it were decided for SRS to take
part. Wiley indicated that he would be perfectly willing
to commence working on it and to direct the operations
from behind the scenes. Allen asked Wiley to write up and
submit a proposal regarding same if he had a chance.
Allen suggested to C/SRS that the matter of penetration
and a disruptive effort in connection with the 9th WYF
be given consideration in the near future.
An October 1, 1964, memo for the record by Morse Allen
records an interview he had with Wiley on 30 September 1964.
One long paragraph titled "Communist Youth Festival,
Algiers, July 1965" - notes that Wiley had spearheaded
anti-Communist attacks on Youth Festivals in Vienna and in
Helsinki previously, has disrupted their programs, and has
to a considerable extent interfered with their propaganda
at these festivals. Because of this, Wiley is interested
once again in divisive and disruptive efforts against
the Communists in Algiers in 1965. This time Wiley states
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that it would be impossible to bring a big group to
Algiers and would in fact be dangerous because of the
attitude of the Moroccan government. Wiley believes
that it would be best to have a small team of 3 to 6
trained individuals who could proceed to the Youth
Festival at Algiers and who would be directed not at
disruption or propaganda, but would aim at intelligence
gathering. Wiley himself stated that he would again
volunteer to go to Algiers at this time, not ostensibly
connected with the aforementioned group, and only as a
free lance newspaperman. Wiley pointed out that
undoubtedly he is now the top news authority in the U.S.
on CP Youth Festivals. Wiley states that he believes
he can arrange financing from private organizations and
individuals for the 3 to 6 individuals mentioned 
above
and possibly enough for travel by himself although this
may not be obtainable. Wiley requests a study of this
matter and advice.
Ethel Mendoza, SRS, received a phone call from
Wiley on 30 March 1965, wherein Wiley advised he had
Wiley
mailed material to Mendoza she had requested.
further advised he was then on a lecture tour of the
United States. Wiley also discussed a previously
proposed trip to Algiers to cover the World Youth Festival
and requested information as to whether he 
would be al-
lowed to cover the festival. Paul F. Gaynor recorded
that the Director of Security gave his approval on
31 March 1965, but that Wiley's activity at the festival
should be as a passive observer only.
A note dated 12 April 1965 to Chief, SRS from
Ethel Mendoza regarding a 9 April 1965 phone conversation
with Wiley states that in view of Wiley's plan to attend
the Youth Festival in August, she suggested that he not
repay the $1,000 advance for the China trip, but keep it
until he is assured of complete outside financing 
for 
the
Algiers trip. He would, as in the past, utilize this
fund to cover any deficit for his own travel costs
;B 
not
for any of the group which he supervises at the festival.
Wiley also inquiried as to extending his 
travel in
August to include 4-6 weeks in South America.
regarding Algiers financing, Mendoza said she learned only
very recently that the anticipated funding in 
some part
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An April 16, 1965, note from Mendoza to C/SRS
advised 
that CA 
Staff (Covert Action Staff of the DD/P)
is definitely 
planning to send an American group to the
9th WYF in 
Algiers, 27 July 6 August 1965 and some of
the DDP area divisions also plan 
to infiltrate some of
the foreign 
country groups.
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A 21 June 1965 memo from Wiley reflects the status
of his 
fund 
raising activities for the 9th WYF project
and some data 
regarding the project. Funds raised to
that date were some $
1,485 or more under auspices of
"Christianform
, Inc." Wiley said the goal is to send
6 delegates, 5 
young men and a girl with a seventh
person 
in Algiers outside the delegation. He will take
no active 
part in the project than to keep in touch
through the 
coordinator cutside the delegation. Among
other things, 
each delegate is to get as much information
as possible 
about the U.S. delegation, including photos.
On return, all 
information on domestic leftists will be
given to 
the FBI directly by the delegates. Wiley said
there is good hope 
that the projected budget of $3,000
will be fulfilled 
and that none of the money raised for
this project will 
be used to pay Wiley's expenses.
will be covered 
by the Cover Organization earnings.
They
Although the WYF was belatedly cancelled in late
June, Wiley did follow through with the So. American
phase 
of his planned travel. Expense and travel vouchers
reflect that 
Wiley was in the U.S. in July and in the
U.S. and South 
America in August and September 1965.
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Notes in early July 1965 indicate Wiley was planning
a trip 
also to South America. 
There is indication he
to be in Washington, 
D.C., for SRS consultation on
12, 
13 and 14 July 1965.
was
Sometime in July 1965, Wiley prepared a memorandum
which 
he captioned "Re: Proposed 
South American Trip
July 1965." He suggested 
private financing and gave his
targets as the political and 
military situation
especially Castro
/Communist influence and insurgency war
danger.
There are notes of discussion with Wiley on 15, 20
and 27 
July 1965.
In response to a request from Morse Allen, Wiley
prepared 
a partial 
list of his potential contacts for
the South American 
trip and submitted the list on 27 July
1065. Paul F. Caynor noted
, "Ok to make trip to South
American per Director 
of Security 7/28/65. P. F. Gaynor,
SRS/OS." Wiley listed numerous 
personalities in South
America apparently 
resulting from suggestions to Wiley
by the following:
Admiral Radford, who suggested
Wiley contact
Brig. Gen, Vernon "Dick" Walters
in Rio de Janeiro
Norman Carignan, W. R. Grace Co.
Meade Brunet, RCA International
Operations
Spruille Braden
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Michael J. Malone, rep of U.S.
businesses in South America
Among the numerous potential contacts listed by
Wiley were Paul Bethel and Jules Dubois who Wiley was
told to avoid because they were being watched by local
services in South America. Wiley was told to be careful
in 
contacts with Manuel Artime and the DRE representatives.
On 30 July 1965, Allen met with Wiley in Washington,
D.C., giving him instructions and a briefing for the
South American trip. This data was formalized into a
memorandum by Allen on 5 August 1965 and forwarded to
Chief/SRS, P. F. Gaynor. Allen recorded:
"1 - On Friday, 30 July 1965, pursuant
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writer met Wiley at the Washington
National Airport and talked with
him conceining his pending trip to
South America.
Wiley was given a series of
suggestions and certain instructions
which are set forth following:
a.
b.
C.
He was under no circumstances
to visit Latin America and
the trip was to include only
countries on the continent
of South America, starting
at Panama and thence South.
He was not to see either
Paul Bethel or Jules Dubois.
If he saw any of the Cuban
colony in Miami on his
way South, he was to stick
strictly to his cover and
he should remember that
most of these people were
connected with the Agency
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and would report the
contact. He was specif-
ically told to avoid
Enrique Abascal.
d. Concerning the DRE
e.
f.
g.
representatives in any
contacts either in Miami
or in South America, he
was to use extreme caution
for two reasons: (1)
Many are now or have been
on our payroll and they
would report any contact;
(2) Many of these people
are unreliable and some
are clearly left wing.
He was told that he was
at all cost to avoid risk
of capture and was
certainly not to subject
himself to unnecessary
hazard. (He was specifically
told to stay only at the
best hotels since low-grade
hotels in South America
often constitute a per-
sonal security risk.
He was told that he should
use utmost discretion in
contacting U.S. officials
since many of these--
State, USIA, AID would
report his contact.
He was given specific
and detailed instructions
that he is to report
without fail upon departure
from each country except
in the places in which he
expects to stay more than
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a few days. These reports
are to be detailed and to
cover contacts and infor-
mation gained. He was
not to make reports of any
kind to any person or U.S.
government agency except
CIA and then through agreed-
upon channels only.
NOTE: It was agreed that
Wiley will send these
reports by mail to his wife
in New York City who will,
in turn, send them by mail
to the writer's Washington
address. In the event of
urgent matters, he is to
cable his wife as a
newspaperman would and
she, in turn, is to call
the information in as soon
as possible. Wiley has
agreed to this and has
worked out the necessary
details with his wife who
will technically be the
"office" of "World News
Analysis."
Chief, SRS made suggestions as for
lows relative to particular
targets of interest:
a.
b.
Chicom activities which
are reflected in the
civil rights movement
in the United States.
A study could be made
of why universities and
colleges in South America
are safe haven for communist
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and radical activities
and apparently cannot be
touched by police. Chief,
SRS felt that this had
possibilities of a serious
article.
Writer obtained from Wiley a rough|
itinerary of his tour through South
America. Hotels are not included
but apparently Wiley's wife will
have some of these forwarded to
her by Wiley as moves from country to
country.
List follows:
Bolivia
Ecuador
Qwww
to August 6
2 or 3 days
Peru to August 15
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Bolivia to August 20
Chile 3 or 4 days
Argentina - to August 27
Uruguay
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day or 2
Paraguay to September 1
Brazil 2 weeks
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Venezuela
Home
2 or 3 days
September 17
Wiley wrote reports from Lima on 10 and 13 August
1965; Buenos Aires received circa 2 September 1965;
Asuncion on 31 August 1965; and Brasilia, on 8 September
1965.
A draft of some of the information was prepared
on 15 September 1965.
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The file contains handwritten notes of interviews
with Wiley, dated 5 and 9 March 1966; 3, 7, 14, 17 and
27 February 1966; and a copy of an article from the
"National Review," dated 5 October 1965, by Robert
Peter, captioned, "Communist Priests in South America."
Wiley prepared a fairly extensive report circa late
captioned "Brazilian Intelligence, Recife," but which
also has subheading of: Lino J. Rocha; Arturo Salazar
Larrian; Irving Lee Sanders; Eleen Proud; Deak Ṛusk in
Uruguay; Chicoms in Santiago, Chile; Peruvian Killed
Righting for the Viet Cong; Guido A. Dias; A.U.D.
Police Training; Return to Venezuela; Chinese Espionage
in Argentina%3B Jose Roberta W. Penteado; and Dan Caswell.
Circa the same time, Wiley prepared a report captioned,
"Rolanda Garcia, Argentina," with subheadings of:
Argentine Intelligence, Indonesian Embassy in Argentina;
RIS in Rio; Jose A. Vega; Robert Prichard, Ruy Alencar;
and Illegal Passports in Manus, Brazil.
A sterilized version of all the foregoing was
prepared in SRS and passed to Jerry Mullane, WH/SO, on
27. December 1965 by Morse Allen.
Wiley had also given reports on: Chicoms in Chile;B
Barrientos Killed in Vietnam; Secret Talks Among Military;
Lack of Soviet Response to Increased Chicom Propaganda;
and Local Stringers for U.S. Publications Connected with
Commies.
It was possible Wiley would prepare reports on:
Action Popular%; White Russian Refugees in Brazil, Russian
Repartiates from South America; and Chicom Spy Suspects
in Argentina.
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OTHER ACTIVITY, 1965-1974
There are handwritten notes of conversations with
Wiley dated 7, 14, 18, 19 and 24 May 1965. The gist is
that Wiley was apparently planning a trip to the mid west
and then later to Algiers in North Africa. During the
19 May 1965 conversation between Morse Allen and Wiley,
"Allen talked to Charles re Miss M's (Mendoza's) comments
that Charles had not complied with instructions re vouchers.
He (Wiley) claimed misunderstanding and that he could not
accurately furnish desired info on vouchers she presently
held. Allen told Chrles to use his memory and any notes he
had and to fill in desired info per the written instructions
given him by Miss M. (Ethel Mendoza). He said he would do
so. Allen then told him to explicitle follow written
instructions from Miss M. (Ethel Mendoza) or vouchers
could not be accepted....... Charles was also reminded of
reports due which he should get out prior to leaving on
his speaking tour. He agreed." Apparently, the trip was
to start on 23 May lasting until 1 June 1965 and the
Young Americans for Freedom were picking up all expenses.
Wiley was going to Cleveland, Milwaukee, Chicago and
Minneapolis.
There are notes of conversation with Wiley dated
2, 7, 10, 15, 17, 22, 25, 28 June; 2, 6, 9, July and 27
July 1965. Apparently Wiley was having trouble with
his back at this time and could not sit down and bend
for typing. He was given the name of Dr. David S. Baldwin,
20 East 68th St., N.W., to contact. Regarding his travels,
Wiley was told he would have to submit detailed reports
of contacts to show what he is doing, etc. Apparently,
the mid-West speaking tour was partially geared to gather
funds for Algerian trip.
There is a note in the file, to wit:
::M
"For Wiley
"Why not get the American Legion magazine
to publish an Article 'Chaos in our Colleges'
with a hard attack on the weak knee college
and university advisers that permit violencę,
disruptions, waste of college and tax payers
money, phoney students what about the decent
students who want to study, etc." This note
was apparently written by Morse Allen.
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A 2 July 1965 handwritten note apparently pre-
pared for a briefing of Wiley states partially, "Turn
over any assts to 'B' (FBI) they want - cooperate."
In July 1965, Mendoza received information from
Wiley concerning his contacts with the American Security
Council (ASC) and a mid-West speaking trip during the
period 24 May to 1 June 1965. The latter trip, according
to Wiley, was paid for by the Young Americans for Freedom.
Regarding his contacts with the American Security Council,
Wiley advised:
"My contact with ASC goes back to the
middle 1950's when I first met John Fisher.
At that time he was setting up the organization
based on Harry Jung's files. Before it was
named ASC, the org. was the Mid-American
Research Library, and, later, Fidelifax.
(Perhaps vise versa).
"Over the years I've been in touch with
ASC frequently. In addition to Fisher, I know
Jack Ison and Bill Lambie - both former FBI
men who worked on the subversive desk in New
York (and elsewhere?). Ison left ASC in 1962
to join the Hoover Co., Canton, Ohio. My
last information is that he was in their White
Plains, N.Y. office. Another man in the Chicago
office whom I met was D. Alspaugh, a research
specialist. I have no knowledge of his back-
ground.
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"In the Washington Office, I know Lee Pennington
a friend for years before he joined ASC. While he was
in Washington, I also knew Frank Johnson (a former ONI
man?). I believe he is presently in Europe.
"My first contact with Dewitt Copp was in the fall
of 1964. (NOTE: During my conversation with Copp he
told me that the Chinese Air Force U-2 Flights were tied
in with CIA). I spoke to him about my trip to Asia
because of his having been in the area and to obtain
outlets for material. Copp was in close touch with
the Chinese Embassy, and I think it was Frank Toa who
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suggested I see him.
Copp offered to take taped material
from me. My only other contact was a phone talk with him
in March 1965.
"While in Taiwan I was told by Col. Caithness
of the U.S.M.A.A.G. office that Copp had directly
attributed 
information to another MAAG officer who
had briefed him. When the story was printed (by North
American 
Newspaper Alliance?), the officer was in trouble.
Caithness 
indicated that he thought it was an honest
breakdown 
in communication between the officer and Copp
and that it was 
not deliberate. During my March phone
conversation 
with Copp I told him about Caithness'
disclosure to me (he had agreed that I tell Copp about
the situation)
. Copp seemed quite surprised.
"On March 16 I had dinner with John Lewis in New
York. Lewis is handling radio programs for ASC (out of
the Washington 
office). He also produces shows for NBC
radio 
(including a farm program). I've also had several
phone conversations with Lewis in Washington.
On 29 December 1965, wiley called Morse Allen, gave
information concerning a forthcoming Esquire article on
espionage; and 
brought up the idea of moving to Washington.
Apparently Allen 
arranged to have Wiley call Cecil Tighe,
SRS, the 
following Monday and for Tighe to advise Wiley
to come to 
Washington in the near future to discuss the
matter 
with Tighe and Gaynor. Apparently, Allen was
removing himself from contact with Wiley at about this
time.
Apparently on 14 January 1966 Gaynor and Tighe meť
with 
Wiley 
discussing his possible move to Washington,
his lecture tour 
and use of vouchers for travel expenses.
A notation dated 
only 1966 states to the effect that
Wiley's company, World News Analysis, is known on the
"
Hill" 
because of the relationship between Filipello
(sic) and 
Congressman Daddario. "Numerous persons know
Wiley is CIA
, other than perhaps a half-dozen of his own
friends. 
These include Eugene Lyons, Jay Kennedy, Elsa
Bernaut, Hede 
Massing, etc. (Note: Mccord is
not aware
of the first two names above, and this possibly would
have some bearing on any assignment McCord may have been
considering.)"
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A handbill dated 6 January 1966 reflects Wiley
was to 
be a speaker at 
a "Pro-Vietnam Teach-In" sponsored
by the Young Americans for Freedom 
and the Princeton Con-
servative Club. Wiley is 
characterized as a free lance
journalist, and an 
authority on International Communism
who covered wars in Katanga
, New Guinea, Laos, Vietnam,
Algeria and Angola.
In early 1966, Wiley provided adverse information
on Fred Coldren, Executive Director, International Federation
for Freedom, Inc.
In early 1966, Wiley prepared reports concerning
Daniel 
Davidson, special 
assistant to William Bundy and
Steve Tyler, a free lance 
writer who in 1957 had attended
the World Youth Festival in 
Moscow.
In early 1966, Wiley prepared reports concerning
Vladimir 
G. and Emma Treml; 
Dr. and Mrs. Ivan D. London,
Robin Moore; and Peter Korn. 
An additional report con-
cerning Treml was prepared in 
February 1966.
In February 1965, Wiley prepared a report concerning
Christopher 
Emmet, William Pawley
, William T. McConarty,
Mr. (FNU) Aistrop, Mr. (FNU) 
Eng, and Jay Kennedy.
In February 1966, Wiley prepared a report concerning
Gene 
Farmer, Sr., Editor, Life 
Magazine whom Wiley met
while discussing an article 
on Soviet spies.
There are handwritten notes of contacts with Wiley
on 19 
and 21 April 1966 
mainly concerning articles about
CIA which appeared in the May 1966 
issue of "Esquire."
Wiley did not know the authors.
by the Director of Security, Wiley was authorized to
After apparent 
approval
contact one (Fnu) Erickson 
of "Esquire" to determine
the identity of the 
authors.
There are notes of a verbal report by Wiley dated
27 April 
1966 concerning 
Alex Roark.
In March 1966, Wiley prepared a report captioned,
"Rumours 
of John and Robert 
Kennedy Affairs" apparently
based on information from 
Nancy Czarnecki with whom
Wiley apparently had 
just had contact.
Angeles, 
California.
She is from Los
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In April 1966, Wiley prepared a report concerning
George Freyman of Bellingham, Washington; and concurrently
a report captioned, "Tourists Going to the USSR and Iron
Curtain in Summer of 1966," specifically mentioning
Stephen Talbott and Richard Bocklet.
In April 1966, Wiley prepared a report concerning
Geoffrey Aldridge, USAF, Information Office of the Alaskan
Air Command, Elmendort Air Force Base; and Lt. General
Raymond J. Reeves, Commander-in-Chief, Alaska, who Wiley
had apparently met in the area of Kotzebue on 8 April
1966.
Circa 6 June 1966, Wiley prepared two reports con-
cerning John Riley, member of the Veterans of OSS.
On 28 July 1966, Wiley submitted a short report on
Camera Press Pix, a British corporation engaged in world
wide distribution of photos taken of the Vietnam war
in and around Hanoi.
A report concerning Col. Esteban Venture Nova, dated
5 August 1966 was forwarded. Nova supplied certain
information about Trujillo and Herb Romerstein, an HCUA
investigation, sat in on the interview.
Wiley, on 2 September 1966, submitted information
about the Queens Chapter (Long Island, New York) Women
Strike for Peace.
On 21 October 1966, Wiley submitted a report con-
cerning Michael Struenlins (Streulens) based on infor-
mation he had received from John Lewis, American Security
Council, Washington, D. C. on 22 September 1966. Concur
rently, Wiley submitted a report on Ray McConnon as re-
ceived from Herb Romerstein.
On 5 August 1966, Wiley prepared a report dealing
with a potential trip to South Africa extended by Ghemus
J. J. Geldenhuys, Public Affairs Officer, Information
Service of South Africa, N. Y. Wiley again submitted a
report on this topic on 21 October 1966.
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On 2 November 1966, Wiley submitted a report on
Edward 
Scannel 
Butler who was in New York on 26 October
1966 to review a documentary film he had produced about
Castro. 
Apparently Butler had a radio debate with Lee
Harvey Oswald just prior to President Kennedy's
assassination.
In late 1966 or early 1967, Wiley submitted a number
of public brochures distributed attendant to the production
of the films, "
Troublemakers," "Mass," etc.
In early 1967, Wiley prepared a report concerning
Vladimir 
G. and 
Emma Treml based on a personal letter;
and 
concurrently a report on Dr. and Mrs. Ivan D. London.
Circa November 1966, Wiley prepared a report con-
cerning 
a recent 
trip to Chicago and Milwaukee indicating
some individuals 
he contacted. Wiley captioned the report,
"Attempts 
to Stop Recruiting on College Campuses, (II).".
In late 1966, Wiley prepared a report on information
he received from Lyle Munson on 30 November 1966 concerning
a former 
CIA man (William Cornielson) connected with Dow
Chemicals Company.
Sometime before 2 December 1966, Wiley prepared a
report which he captioned, "Attempts to Stop Recruiting on
College 
Campuses. 
"
Wiley leads off the report with the
statement, "Under the cover of investigating a leftist
campaign to drive U. S. Government spokesmen and recruiters
for government agencies from the colleges, I talked over the
situation 
with those listed below, the following report
is based 
on the combined thinking of all. (Those inter-
viewed: 
former Rep. Donald Bruce, Don Appel of HCUA,
Bill Mavrye of Senate Internal Security Sub Committee,
a number of Young Americans for Freedom leaders, Paul
Brehhah of the New York City Police, Peter McEleney of
the New York State Police, Ruth Matthews, Herbert Larson
of the 
N.Y.C. FBI Office, Herbert Romerstein and Henry
Durkin." 
Attendant to this report, Wiley submitted a
report captioned, "Primary Conclusions Re: Investigation
of Anti-Recruiting Drive on College Campuses.
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Arlington House Publishers was the subject of a
report submitted during January 1967. The report dis-
cusses the factional fight to control the publishing
company.
In March 1967, Wiley prepared a report which he
captioned, "D.C. Reaction to Exposure of CIA Cover
Operations." It would appear that the majority of the
information came from Nick Nonnenmacher, administrative
assistant to Rep. Henry C. Shadeburg,
Circa March 1967, Wiley forwarded three brochures
distributed by the Canadian Loyalist Movement which were
mailed to Wiley (?) by F.C. Pilkington, North Vancouver,
·B.C., Canada.
An undated report, captioned, "Edward (Ted) Scott"
is based presumably on information provided to Wiley by
Malcolm (Mac) Johnson, news manager, NBC-TV, New York
City. Scott was then an NBC stringer in Cairo, Egypt.
An advertisement in Human Events, 19 August 1967,
identifics Wilcy as the Executive Director, National
Committee for Responsible Patriotism, 500 Fifth Avenue,
N. Y., N. Y., 10036. This group had planned a series of
parades throughout the country on October 21-22 1967,
mobilizing support for U.S. soldiers in Vietnam and
respect for law and order. Wiley's participation with
this group was the topic of an article appearing 
in 
the
20 August 1967 edition of The Worker, captioned,
"The Elusive Charles Wiley," rehashing some of the
prior material published about Wiley's background.
One
At least two magazine articles written by Wiley
were introduced into the "Congressional Record."
on 22 June 1966 by Senator Peter H. Dominick (also
previously submitted by Senator Joseph M. Montoya)
and another on 27 April 1965 by Representative E. Brad-
ford Morse.
In December 1970, Wiley prepared a report concerning
David Braum of the Vietnam Veterans Against the War.
In early January 1972, Wiley submitted a program
captioned "Friendship Program for Foreign Military Per-
sonnel Stationed in the United States," which in essence
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would be a U.S.O. for foreign military personnel stationed
in the U.S. Wiley contended it would build up good will and
friendship. Wiley was told we have no interest in such a
project.
The fall 1972 "Arlington House Publishers" contained
an article by Intelligence Source edited by Charles Wiley, as
to why Source a charter member of the Americam Communist
Party, joined the Party and then left to fight Communism.
From 1970-72, Wiley, at the request of SRS, monitored
Source book to make sure any operations in which Source
'might have been involved were not exposed.
Intelligence Source
a former KGB officer who
defected in
has been and continues to be of Agency
interest. For some time, Source had expressed a personal
desire to author a factual book on the KGB based on his per-
sonal knowledge and observations. The draft of a proposed
manuscript was prepared, and Source requested assistance
in obtaining an editorial review and an introduction to
persons in the publishing business who might be interested
in publishing a factual type book on the KGB.
Wiley was introduced to Source as an individual who
could give editorial assistance and had certain contacte
in the publishing business. During July August 1974,
Wiley met Source on three occasions. There was a degree
of incompatibility of temperaments, in addition to a dif-
ference of opinion concerning general content, format and
tenor of the proposed manuscript, and at the request of
Source any further involvement of Wiley with regard to
the proposed manuscript was terminated.
Circa September 1973, Wiley prepared a report which
he captioned, "Personnel on Staff of Soviet Exhibition at
EXPO, Montreal, Canada - July 1973," wherein he indicated
he attended EXPO on 14 July 1973. He also provided a photo-
graph of an individual believed Russian, he thought of interest.
Vasaly directed the report of photos to John Dempsey, C/RB and
Bruce Solie. The latter said he was unable to do anything with
the photos at the time and directed the material back to Vasaly
for the Wiley file.
On 6 November 1973, a report was received from Wiley con-
cerning one Pamela Spates, who indicated to Wiley she had been
active in SDS and later the Weathermen.
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the Foreign Ministry of that country. The Vietnamese
Government will pay all 
his transportation and living
costs while on the trip 
and the invitation resulted from
urgings by Nguyen Quoc 
Ten, press officer of the
Vietnamese 
mission to the U.N. in New York City.
was certain 
that his reputation as a friend of the Vietna-
mese triggered the invitation.
Wiley
Approval was given him to make the trip; however,
his 
request to extend 
the trip through other places
in the Far East 
and Europe was turned down.
On 18 December 1967, Cecil Tighe (SRS) reported in
the 
memo to the Chief
, SRS, that Wiley briefed him on the
forthcoming trip on 15 
December 1967. Wiley was told
Wiley
to stay out of the front lines and take precautions not
to involve himself 
in any situation that might jeopardize
his safety. Ralph True (
Chief/SAD, OS) accompanied Tighe
to the meeting and True 
presented a requirement to Wiley
to which he acceded. 
Apparently True's presence at the
meeting had the 
approval of the Chief, SRS.
agreed to cooperate whole-heartedly with True.
record, 
Wiley was loaned a two-suit suitcase, "medication
For the
in the form of 
tablets," and was instructed to purchase
a Leica camera case and 
sufficient color film.
no explanation in the file concerning the requirement
levied by True.
There is
Wiley submitted a report concerning a debriefing
concerning 
his Vietnam 
trip.
"During a debriefing session in Washington, D.C.
30 April 
1968 (by 
Bob Long?), I was rather surprised
by the lack of interest 
in my findings.
asked almost 
no questions and didn't take notes.
The 
interviewer
talking 
to someone who has a great many sources of
In
information available
, I had little way of knowing what
might be of interest to him. 
On several occasions during
the interview I 
specifically asked if there were any
particular information 
that he wanted. There was no
response.
"I was in Vietnam for over a month
Tet "truce" offensive -
through the
as a guest of that country's
government. I had private discussions with President
Thieu, Vice 
President Ky, Some of these were very
frank. All 
were long (over two hours each with Thieu
and KY) and 
I was treated as a friend. In addition,
I
any top U.S. leaders including General Westmore-
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and 
representatives of other nations (the chinese
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ambassador, the commander of all Thai troops in Vietnam,
; etc.). In nearly all cases I either knew them previously
or reached these men through personal introductions from
mutual friends. At no point in the debriefing was I
asked whom I had contacted and there was no interest
when I volunteered the information.
"The fact that I have an almost open door to the office
of the Vietnamese ambassador in Washington and their United
Nations Mission also met with no response. I am in a posi-
tion to get their thinking on almost any subject and am
also somewhat influential."
On the transmittal slip to the C/SRS, Tighe noted,
"too bad Wiley went on about domestic political matters
at the debriefing instead of concentrating on Vietnam."
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Wiley, who claims that the basic reason for the trip
was an invitation from the German Ministry of Defense, visited
West Germany, England, Italy, France, Belgium, The Netherlands
and Yugoslavia. During the German sojourn he visited the
German Army, Navy and Air Force installations. He was told
prior to departure that CIA had no tasks for him to perform.
The results of Wiley's trip appeared in the American Legion
magazine for March 1971. Financial and other records fail
to reflect any approval of and payment for Wiley for this
trip.
Circa August 1970, Wiley prepared a report on one
Benigno Naval from the Philippines, near Manila. Apparently,
Wiley met Naval "enroute to the Bonn Airport." This informa-
tion was formalized into a report on 25 September 1970 and
sent to C/ID/1 with the intention it be provided to FE Divi-
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In 1973, the Communists sponsored another WYF, this time
held in East Berlin. Sometime prior to the event, Wiley
brought up the question of our possible interest (SRS or other
Agency components) and his availability and capability to be
helpful finding appropriate delegates, funding, and providing
cover. Despite being shunted off such an activity, he did
apparently assist a young woman acquaintance, Third Agency
Source to travel as one of the American delegates. He
considered her his protegee and claimed to have given her
training and counsel and also to have directed her to the FBI.
Source 6 ostensibly a member of the leftist group of American
delegates, observed, took photos, and went on to the USSR with
the group.
She allegedly made her information and photos
available to the FBI in debriefings and reports after her
return.
Circa 14 August 1973, Wiley submitted a list of attendees
at the 1975 Berlin Youth Festival. When Louis Vasaly brought
the list to the attention of John P. Dempsey, Chief, Research
Branch, with the suggestion of providing the list to CAS and
"Ober's shop," Dempsey indicated the latter.
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INVOLVEMENT IN CUBAN EXILE ACTIVITIES
On 28 October 1960, Wiley prepared reports on
Michael M. Moonry and Alex Rorke, the latter of which
had been arrested in Cuba.
Wiley submitted an undated report captioned,
"Directorio Revolucionario Estudiantil (Cuban Student
Directorate)," particularly concerning Lesmes Ruiz, Jr.,
of the Revolutionary Student Directorate (DRE).
A Wiley report captioned, "Contact with the Cuban
Revolutionary Student Directorate" is undated, but
reflects Wiley's first contact with the DRE.
Wiley informed Morse Allen on 19 December 1961
that an FBI approached him and asked him to "nose
around" about the people coming off the island (Cuba)
or to get one of his boys to do it.
advised that the agent who made the request was Third Agency
Employee of the New York Office (FBI) who wanted to
Wiley further
attend a meeting of the P.I. which, according to
Wiley, is a small anti-Castro Cuban group.
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On 27 December 1962, Wiley reported of Ethel
Mendoza of SRS, his then case officer, that he, Wiley,
believed a trip to Miami, Fla, in the near future could
be very profitable from both the straight reporting
aspect, and through his thus being able to re-establish
contact with several Cubans with whom he is acquainted.
His most important contact is with Manuel Artime, one
of the leaders of the Cuban invasion force, who has just
been released by Castro. Miss Mendoza further noted
that Wiley is also acquainted with several other Cubans
of some importance, one of these being a member of the
"Alpha 66" group which ran several small operations
against Cuba during 1962.
From 31 January through 10 February 1963, Wiley
was in Miami, Fla., contacting Cuban exiles and exile
organizations. His main target was Manuel Artime and
his associates, with secondary target, the Cuban
Student Directorate. He submitted a long and detailed
report of his trip. Some of the information was pub-
lished into finished memoranda.
A report dated circa February 1963 concerne
"Castro Raid on British Islands."
Circa February 1963, Wiley preprared a report on
U.S. citizens and Canadians in Cuba.
The file contains a copy of HN-1-30, dated 25 February
1963, announcing the Agency formation of a "Task Force
on Cuba" under the direction of James J. Hitchcock. Colonel
Edwards brought the matter to the attention of Robert
Bannerman with the comment, "This might be the place to
feed in reports from Morse Allen's source. Bannerman...
advised Paul Gaynor and Allen, "When you have report already,
we can take this up with Hitchcock."
On 12 April 1963, SRS prepared two final reports
based Wiley's information concerning J.M. Hernandez, aka:
"Manolin;" and the Comite Latino Americano de Informacion
(Latin American Information Center).
On 5 June 1963, Wiley prepared a report on "Cuban
Exiles and Associates," specifically mentioning Paul
Bethel, Manuel Ray, Manuel Artime and Alex Rorke.
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On 8 August 1963, Wiley verbally reported information
he had 
received 
regarding Cuban activities.
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On 11 September 1963, a report was prepared in SRS
on the 
basis 
of a phone call to Wiley, concerning Nira
Hardon and "Artime."
An undated report prepared by Wiley (including con-
versations 
with 
Enrique Abascal in late September 1963)
concerned recent 
information on Cuban exile activity
from New 
York sources.
On 4 October 1963, Wiley prepared a report concerning
the 
Revoluntionary 
Student Directorate leadership.
indicated 
he thought very highly of this organization.
He
On 15 September 1963, Wiley prepared a report
which 
he 
captioned, "Details of Town Hall Rally and Cuban
Planning for 
It" which concerned Cuban exile activity
to be directed 
against the rally of leftist American
visitors 
to Cuba." Wiley also indicated he was involved
as an advisor 
to the Cuban exiles regarding his opinion
as to American 
reaction to specific activities, the scope
of press coverage, 
their rights in the hall, etc.
Under the date of 9 October 1963, SRS prepared a
7 page 
formal 
report based on Wiley's above-mentioned
Cuban 
reports which was captioned, "Information Regarding
DRE and Other Cubans 
New York City." This report was
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given to WH Division on 11 October 1963.
Sometime after 10 November 1963, Wiley submitted a
list 
of his 
contacts in New York City during the weeks
of 28 October and 
4 November 1963.
"
Sometime in very late 1963, Wiley prepared a report
containing information on Lee Harvey Oswald which he
received 
from Enrique Abascal, wherein Abascal alleged
he met Oswald in New 
York "last winter in Greenwich
Village.' Wiley stated, "I urged Abascal to go to the
FBI with the 
information and offered to arrange a meeting.
He promised 
to tell them the story, and made contact
through 
an agency (O'Brien) whom he knew because of past
activities." 
Abascal also provided information on Cuban
exile matters.
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On 26 December 1963, Wiley prepared a report on
general Cuban matters based on information he received
from Enrique Abascal. This matter was given to WH
Division on 3 January 1964 by Morse Allen.
Sometime before 21 January 1964, Wiley prepared
a list of his contacts for the period 9 December 1963
to the end of 1963.
Circa 30 September 1964, Wiley provided verbal
information concerning Miss Manuela Fogel which was
formalized into a report by Morse Allen on 11 January
1965.
The file contains notes of a conversation dated
7 October 1964. Apparently on the basis of this conver-
sation, Morse Allen prepared a formal report which he
captioned:
"Cuban Information, Source - Enrique via Wiley,"
which pertained to Soviet missile and submarine activity
in Cuba. This report was brought to the attention of the
Director of Security with the recommendation that a
sterilized version be brought to the attention of Jerry
Mullane, WH Div/Security OrCIA Cover Employeef WH Div.
On 9 October 1964, the material was passed to Bruce
Cheever (DD/P) on the instructions of Howard Osborn.
On 30 April 1966, Wiley prepared a report on
Oswaldo F. Hernandez-Campos, a veteran of the Bay of Pigs.
OVERSEAS TRAVEL
Wiley's financial records, i.e., travel vouchers,
Federal Income tax forms and cover organization accountings,
reflect the following travel:
From 17 June to 25 August 1959, Wiley went to France,
Spain, Algeria, Tunisia, Italy, Yugoslavia, Greece, Egypt,
Lebanon, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Israel, Cyprus, Turkey,
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Germany, Vienna, Austria (7th World Youth Festival),
USSR, Poland East Germany, West Germany and England.
SRS underwrote $556.70 of transporation costs to
be offset by earnings, if sufficient. The amount was
advanced 
on 16 June 1959. There are no other vouchers
in the 1959 travel and salary vouchers file concerning
this 
trip.
Apparently between 6 June and 29 June 1960, Wiley
visited Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic and Puerto.
Rico. The 1960 Federal income tax return shows two
trips to the Caribbean; however, no dates are shown.
One of 21 days to the areas mentioned above. The
cover organization accounting for the period December
1959 to June 1960 shows a 21 day overseas trip - airfare:
$232.18 
and 21 days per diem.
Between 23 July and 4 August 1960, Wiley went to
Cuba. The 1960 Federal income tax return noted above
shows one trip of 9 days to Cuba. The July 1960-June
1961 cover fund accounting shows a Cuba trip expense
of $500.80 and this expense was offset against cover
fund income
. There were no other vouchers available
concerning this trip. It is felt that this trip was
approved 
by the Agency. A news account, dated 4 August
1960, 
reflects that Charles Wiley was expelled by the
Cubans on that date after 8 days in prison without
charges.
From April through July 1961, Wiley traveled through
Africa and Europe. The 1961 Federal income tax return
reflects a trip 
of 73 days. The July 1960 through June
1961 
cover accounting shows expenses of 73 days per diem
$1,460.00 less a home office (CIA) advance of $147.29 -
$1,312.71 as offset against income. A travel voucher
for April-July 1961 shows: Per diem $1215.29. Transpor-
tation 
$1324.06, other $907.65 for a total of $3497.00.
From this was subtracted an advance of $1900.00 by SRS
on 13 April 1961. An itinerary for Africa and Europe for
April to July 1961 shows: Lisbon, Tangier, Dakar, Conakry,
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Abidjan, Accra, Doula, Leopoldville, Luanda, Brazzaville,
Elizabethville, 
Northern Rhodesia, Johannesburg, Salisbury,
Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar
, Kenya, Addis Ababa, Athens,
Bulgaria, 
Rumania, Budapest, Prague, Berlin, London and
Zurich.
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tax return reflects a 93 day trip to Australia, S.E. and
Mid-East, Asia
, USSR and Europe. An April 1962 memorandum
reflects that 
the Director of Security approved $3000
toward this 
planned trip. The cover accounting for
July 1961-June 
1962 shows a deficit on a trip to Asia
of $4,538.38 
minur $3,000.00 ($1,538.38). The file
contains a 
billing from the Cosmos Travel Bureau, Inc.
for $
2,521.54 and receipts for same paid in April and
May 1962.
The 
file contains a copy of a Form 281 Request
for Advance 
of $
3000.00, dated 1 May 1962. A travel
voucher form 22 covering May-August 1962 shows $4,544.38
in expenses for 
the trip. The itinerary is as follows:
Auckland, 
Melbourne, Canberra, Syndey, Brisbane, Sydney,
Djakarta, 
Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Saigon, Phnom
Penh, Vientiane
, Rangoon, Calcutta, Katmandu, New Delhi,
Agra, 
Srinagar, Rawalpinki, Peshawar, Kabul, USSR (11-23 July)
Helsinki, (July 
August) Stockholm, Oslo, Copenhagen,
Berlin, 
Frankfurt, Lugano, London and New York City.
The 1964 Federal Income tax return reflects a 31 day
trip 
to Asia 
from 15 November 31 December 1964.
October 
1964, in a memo to Chief/SRS, Morse Allen stated
On 27
that the CHINAT 
Govt. has offered C. Wiley a two week,
all 
expense paid, round trip to Taiwan. He recommended
approval
, plus "I also recommend that Wiley be given some
money in 
the amount of $500 to $1000 to permit him to
take 
advantage of the CHINAT trip and make a 'free lance'
trip through 
the Far East (Tokyo, Hong Kong, Indonesia,
Thailand, Vietnam, 
Malaysia) and return via Manila, P.I."
A note in file 
indicates that $1000 was ok'd by the
Director 
of Security on 30 October 1964. $1000 was advanced
Wiley on 10 November 
1964. The trip was made in November
and December 1964. 
A travel allowance concerning the trip
shows: Expenses of $
962.78 expended out of $1000 advanced.
Itinerary as of 
15 November was Alaska, Tokyo, Hiroshima,
Nagasaki, Tokyo, 
Seoul, Taiwan (26 Nov-11 Dec) Hong Kong,
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Macao, Cambodia, Manila, Singapore, Kuching, Brunei,
Singapore, Vietnam, Brussels, Amsterdam, London and New
York City.
The 1965 Federal income tax return shows a 49 day
trip to South America from 31 July to 17 September 1965.
Originally an extended trip had been approved to include
the 9th 
World Youth Festival as planned for Algiers.
The World 
Youth Festival was cancelled, but a trip to
cover 
Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay,
Paraguay, 
Brazil and Venezuela remained. Expenses
were to be covered by the cover fund. In a memo con-
cerning his proposed South American trip for July 1965,
Wiley 
advised that "The cover fund is sufficient to pay
all expenses, and the income from the trip should be
enough to return the money and show a profit (perhaps
a very good one)." A travel voucher shows expenses
for the trip 31 July 1965 to 17 September 1965 of
$2234.72. The itinerary: New York City, Miami, Panama,
Bogota, Quito, 
Lima, Cusco, La Paz, Santiago, Cordoba,
Buenos Aires, Asuncion, Iguape, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro,
Brasilia, Rio 
de Janeiro, Reclife, Belem, Manaus, Caracas,
New York 
City. The cover accounting for 1965 shows the
South 
American trip expense of $2234.72 was offset against
income and 
there is no record of an advance.
No foreign travel is reflected in the Federal Income
Tax Returns or files for 1966 or 1967.
The 1968 Federal income tax return reflects a 55 day
trip to Athens, Cairo, Indo-China, Manila, Taipei and
Seoul. 
An 18 December 1967 memo to Chief, SRS, from Cecil
C. 
Tighe related to his briefing Wiley regarding the
up-coming trip by Wiley to Vietnam and Laos, warning him
to 
exercise care and not expose himself unnecessarily to
danger.
An accounting of the expenses for the trip 16
to 9 March reflects that air transportation was supplied
January
by the 
Government of Vietnam. The itinerary shows: Athens,
Bangkok
, Vientiane, Saigon, Hong Kong, Macao, Manila,
Taipei 
and Seoul. Total other expenses of $828.11 were
incurred 
and are reflected as an expense in the 1968 cover
accounting and offset against income.
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Wiley's 1969 Federal income tax return reflects
a 21 day trip to Germany, Belgium, and Luxemburg and
claims transportation was furnished by the U.S. Armed
Forces. A memo of a trip to Germany 20 January to 8
February 1969 indicates Wiley was covering airlift
operation Reforger I. This trip was apparently as an
invitee of the U.S. military which supplied most of the
travel needs. No travel voucher was submitted to CIA
but overseas trip expenses of $502.26 are charged
as expenses in the 1969 cover fund accounting offset
against income. The itinerary shows: Brussels, Germany
and Luxemburg.
The 1970 Federal income tax return indicates a
2 month trip to Europe, primarily Germany, during July
and August 1970. It says much of trip expense provided
by the West German Government. Wiley did not make the
usual claim for per diem expense in the Federal income
tax return. In his cover accounting for 1970, Wiley
shows an overseas trip expense of $664.74 to be offset
against income. He indicates transportation from D.C.
to Germany and return was provided by the German Air
Foice and that a three wook tour of Corman bases was
covered by the German Defense Ministry. The Trip took
place in July and August 1970 and besides Germany
included: London, Paris, Rome, Brussels, The Hague,
and Zagreb.
No foreign travel is reflected in the Federal Income
tax return or office records for 1971.
Wiley's 1973 Federal income tax return shows a one
month trip to Vietnam, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Wiley's
1972 cover fund accounting reflects expenses of $497.36
for a Vietnam trip but in his income he shows an allowance
of $475.00 made by the National Committee for Responsible
Patriots (NCRP), for the trip. The expense listing
attached reflects those expenses and claims roundtrip
airfare and some other expenses were provided by others
(possibly air transportation expenses were provided by
some segment of the Vietnam Government). The itinerary
shows: Hong Kong, Vietnam, and Taipei.
Whether Wiley had any foreign travel in 1973 is
unknown since his 1973 Federal income tax return and cover
fund accountings have not been received to date, 25 March
1974.
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On 9 January 1963, Morse Allen of SRS wrote the first
memo spelling out Wiley's detailed use by the Agency. It
is quoted in part as follows:
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"In the original plan, Mr. Wiley was to be
used for special research work, special investi-
gations, and in very general terms, as a penetration
into right-wing groups and the right-wing literary
field in New York City. He has conducted research
on organizations of interest to SRS, carried out
specialized assignments of a covert investigative
nature on individuals of interest to this Staff,
and gradually began to develop himself into a free
lance writer and journalist. During this period,
Mr. Wiley extended his field of contacts to include
a great many persons and organizations in the right-
wing and anti-Communist category, and thus was able
to furnish us as required, information on activities
and many individuals in this area. Under SRS gui-
dance, he conducted harassment exercises against
the Communist World Youth Festivals in Vienna (1959),
and Helsinki (1962). In addition, he obtained con-
siderable valuable information on individuals in
attendance at the Festivals and the Communist tactics
used in these Communist sponsored meetings.
"Further, during 1959-1962, Mr. Wiley made
many trips in behalf of SRS, including a journalistic
trip to Cuba where he served a jail sentence in
Havana in an effort to obtain information of a matter
of grave interest to this Agency. He has made many
trips overseas; has visited most of Africa, the Near
and Middle East, most of Europe, much of Asia, the
Satellite countries and has been twice in the Soviet
Union on our behalf. In addition to important in-
formation, photographs, etc., which he obtained for
us, his stature as a writer-journalist-photographer
has increased, which in turn has widened his circle
of contacts. His last trip, which took him through
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Southeast Asia, across the Soviet Union and ended
at the Youth Festival in Helsinki this past sum-
mer, was highly productive, and it will be recalled
that Mr. Wiley and his covert associates thoroughly
disrupted the Communist Youth Festival. Information
on the Soviet Union which he obtained while there has
been given to SR Division in a series of debriefings.
"WORLD NEWS ANALYSIS
: Approximately three years ago, in an effort
to provide Mr. Wiley with a more substantial mechanism
for operations and to increase his journalistic repu-
tation, it was decided that he would set up a news-
gathering service based in New York City and secure,
where possible, the services of writers or journalists
who would feed him news stories from various points in
the world. This would have the advantage of being a
legitimate news-gathering service and at the same time
possibly being later used as an information-gathering
organization for intelligence purposes. Acting under
instructions from SRS, Mr. Wiley set in motion the
World News Analysis; opened a small office in Flushing,
New York, had press credentials made and conducted
business to a certain extent in the name of this or-
ganization.
CIA Covert Source
will not be covered in this report.
Details of this
Mr. Wiley still
conducts certain business through this mechanism (WNA),
but at the present, with the exception
CIA Covert Source
"CURRENT AND IMMEDIATE OPERATIONAL ACTIVITY
"Mr. Wiley is currently being used more or less
in line with the original idea of the project.
activities can be grouped as follows:
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by Chief, SRS.
His
Maintains close association with organi-
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and the numerous anti-Communist refugee
groups, mainly in New York City.
Maintains personal contact across the
board with 
the leaders and officers of
practically every known anti-Communist
group of significance in New York City
and many in other parts of the United
States. He knows on a personal basis
nearly all of the outstanding anti-
Communist writers, labor leaders, and
Civic leaders in New York City.
He has close working connections with,
and has written a great deal for, the
American Legion (using his own by-line).
He has a great number of connections in
Congress and is known personally to
probably all of the Congressmen and
staff 
of the House Committee on Un-Ameri-
can Activities and the Senators and Staff
of the Senate. Internal Security Committee.
He 
maintains continuous liaison with tho
FBI and State and City Police in New York.
He travels often, gives innumerable
lectures and talks to all types of organi-
zations 
who wish to use the services of a
highly professional and talented anti-
Communist speaker.
While not engaging in political activity
of any type on the local scene, Mr. Wiley
from time to time engages in the formation
of 
committees for 'single-shot' organizations
aimed at 
harassment of the Soviets or local
Communists, particularly in New York City.
It was he who spearheaded the anti-
Khrushchev demonstrations in New York when
Khrushchev visited the United Nations in
1961.
"LONG-RANGE TARGETS
"Much thought has gone into the ultimate disposition
of Mr. Wiley 
and at 
present the basic thinking is as follows:
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If Mr. Wiley, because of his talents
and capacity as a writer-journalist
and his considerable knowledge of
Soviet activity throughout the world,
is offered a highly remunerative job
job with a major publication, news
service or radio chain, Mr. Wiley
(ostensibly) will sever his connection
with us and go on the payroll of the
organization chosen and will retain
our connection on a purely personal
basis.
If Mr. Wiley does not find this
situation attractive, he is to be
considered for conversion to staff
employee, where his considerable
capabilities could be fully exploited.
"However, these ideas are not yet at the point of develop-
ment and Mr. Wiley is to continue to operate under the current
arrangement."
On 15 January 1963, Allen wrote a further description
of Wiley's use to the Chief, Security Research Staff though
the Deputy Chief, Security Research Staff as follows:
"1. Attached herewith is a summary and a status
report on Charles William Wiley which was requested by
Chief, SRS, several weeks ago. The report was prepared
after numerous conferences with Mr. Wiley by Miss Finan,
Miss Mendoza and Mr. Allen. The attachment referred to
as a 'Contact List' was prepared upon our instructions
by Mr. Wiley himself and no additions or corrections:
have been made. It is believed self-explanatory.
112. For matter of record, we wish to again em-
phasize that certain items are omitted from the Con-
tact List and omitted generally from the report itself
for security reasons. These are as follows:
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1) Because of Mr. Wiley's various
activities, he has succeeded in effecting
several penetrations into Communist Party
organizations in New York City. Details
and names are omitted in this category.
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2) Mr. Wiley's contact with Earl
Browder is not noted in the Contact
List, for obvious reasons, although
SRS ran Wiley against Earl Browder for
several years, principally as a RECOVERY
target. This contact is still being
used, and, for the record, Browder ap-
parently is fond of Wiley and enjoys his
company.
3) In addition to the above, Mr.
Wiley has conducted activities with
cognizance of SRS which are omitted
because of their sensitive nature.
Very briefly, these activities can be
summarized as follows:
1
a.
b.
ن
d.
Scouting anti-CIA attacks in
the various media and organi-
zations to which Wiley has
access.
Stopping same insofar as pos-
sible (as demonstrated in
American Legion activity).
Discovering and blocking anti-
CIA attacks or attacks on Agency
personnel 'on the Hill.'
Writing or helping write pro-
CIA articles in the various
media with which Wiley has
contact.
"3. We have made no recommendation to the basic
report, but it is the considered opinion of the writers
of this 
report that Mr. Wiley's services are unique and
outstanding and that he should be retained for the pre-
sent 
in the same contractual way, with consideration
strongly urged to effecting a method whereby his salary
or reimbursement 
can be increased.' 11
"Con-
A hand written comment on the memo is as follows:
cur in Retention W. M. Knott (who was the then Deputy Chief,
SRS).
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The contact list is set out as follows:
CIA Covert Source Long-time SRS consultant whom Mr. Wiley
met through Mr. McCord. CIA Covert Source has furnished an
entree for Mr. Wiley to several individuals whom he other-
wise could not have seen.
CIA Covert Source Former OSS agent and a current SRS source
whom Mr. Wiley also met through Mr. McCord.
CIA Covert Source
During World War II he worked under
CIA Covert So. and in recent years Source has performed spe-
cific assignments for this office. Introduced by Mr. McCord
to Mr. Wiley. CIA Covert knows Wiley as a fellow journalist.
Source
Donald Sweaney
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Mr. Wiley became aware of our use of him
when Mr. Wiley's articles on Communism were published in
the organ of the American Legion.
Donald Ingles
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Another cousin of Mr. Wiley.
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Lee Fennington - Mr. McCord used Mr. Pennington as a
fidential source when the latter was a member of the Ameri-
canism Committee of the American Legion. In turn, Mr.
Pennington acted as liaison for Mr. McCord in funding
Mr. Wiley.
CIA Covert Source
These SRS sources used, on
occasion were introduced to Mr. Wiley in connection with
a particular assignment of his.
CIA Covert Source
Mr. Wiley met this source of Mr. McCord's
in connection with his debriefing on his (Wiley's) Cuban
"sojourn."
William Gardiner A long time friend of Mr. Wiley whose
hobby is photography, and Mr. Wiley uses him in this capa-
city as the need arises.
George Hoyle A long time friend and Mr. Wiley's insurance
agent."
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(Apparently the summary and status report and Contact
List to which Mr. Allen refers is the previous quoted memo
of 9 January.)
During February and March 1963, SRS representatives met
with Wiley for discussion of an objective to place a skilled
and controlled source in the newspaper community in Washington,
D. C. who would have normal, routine, and ready access 
to the
The long range plan 
was
Washington writing and radio colony.
to have Wiley move to Washington, and begin extensive writing
and lecturing to establish his prestige, and to slowly 
cur-
tail his other activities except for keeping his "excellent
The basic plan was 
to 
be
Cuban and anti-Castro connections."
forwarded to the Director of Security by the Chief, SRS, for
consideration. Tentative approval must have been received
inasmuch as on 26 March 1964, Morse Allen 
requested the
assistance of Eugene Lyons for information as to an assess-
ment of Wiley's work, and the best method for establishing
prestige for a writer. Wiley was not identified 
by name.
In the interim, on 30 March 1964, Eugene Lyons contacted
Morse Allen, confirmed Wiley's writing talent, and arranged
for an introduction of Wiley to Lee Wood (or Woods), General
Wiley contacted Wood through
Manager of Script (sic) Howard.
Lyons and they arranged for a personal meeting on 3 April 1964.
The plan, however, fell through since Wiley never moved 
to
Washington.
The plan, as follows, was presented in an undated menor
randum form for the Director of Security:
"During the week of February
and on 7 and
8 March 1963, extensive discussions were held with
Wiley concerning matters which are set out in de-
tail following. Mr. Wiley is in agreement with
Chief/SRS and representatives of SRS that the pro-
posed plan which follows is the most sound, logical,
and secure method of obtaining the desired 
results:
"OBJECT To place a skilled and controlled
source in some type of a position in Washington,
D. C., which will have normal, routine, and ready
access to the Washington writing and radio colony.
"PROBLEM Source must have sufficient back-
ground and prestige to be accepted%3B he must have
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income adequate to be in Washington (ostensibly
from his own efforts); he must have a valid rea-
son for being in Washington%3B he must have high
capacity to produce; he must have a strong secu-
rity sense; and he must have unquestioned loyalty.
"PROPOSED SOLUTION:
Wiley
"a. SOURCE Source to be used is Wiley.
fits in nearly every particular to the elements set
out in the 'Problem' above.
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"b.
METHOD OF SOLUTION:
"1. Source will begin at once to write
articles of importance, aiming at the placing
of these articles in national magazines, partie-
ularly magazines of the type of Life, Look,
Readers Digest, McCalls, Argosy, etc. Source
has numerous valid ideas for these articles and
already some interest has been shown in these
writings by Editors of the aforementioned type
magazines. Source will slowly divorce himself
from his numerous activities in New York City,
maintaining only strong interest in his Cuben
connections. Source will need approximately
three months to write these articles and to sell
them. It is Source's intention that these articles
carry his by-line, which is a basic element to
building prestige necessary for Source's future
activity. Source is convinced he can handle this
successfully.
"Note: Heretofore Source has, under instruction,
kept the use of his name to an absolute minimum for
obvious reasons. This requirement will now be
lifted.
"12. At the same time Source will prepare
brochures for a lecture tour to be given by
Source during the Fall and early Winter, basically
on Cuba and Latin America. Already Source has
drafted brochures and he will have professional
guidance in this matter.
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has a high capacity in this area. This
lecture tour, details of which will be set
out below, is considered of key importance
to the basic problem.
"3. Starting on or about the first of
July, Source will make an extensive tour of
Central and South America as a free lance re-
porter/writer/photographer, using his credentials
from the World News Analysis. Entree basically
will be provided using numerous Cuban contacts
Source has obtained throughout Latin and South
American countries. This trip will take probably
the most of July, August, and part of September
and is regarded as essential for back up, for
prestige, for area knowledge, and for lecture
material.
"Note: Source is known to have excellent
Cuban anti-Castro connections which will be sharpened
for use on this tour. (Source has been in every
area of the world except Latin and South America.)
This
"C. LECTURE TOUR: On or about the middle of
September Source will return to New York City
and prepare for the aforementioned lecture tour.
(It should be noted that there is no lecture
activity during the Summer months.) After pre-
paration, Source will proceed to make a lecture
tour covering all parts of the United States and
addressing all types of audiences. Source's
lecture tour will be run through the sponsorship of
the Babcock Agency of Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Agency, which handles among others the important
members of the National Review Staff, will be
handled on a direct commission basis taking a usual
ten percent fee. In addition, through other organi-
zations Source will arrange lectures on his own which
is routine and which will not conflict in any way
with the Babcock Agency interest. Source antici-
pates completing the lecture tour about the first
of the year 1964, at which time he will return to
New York City.
"Note: This lecture tour will serve a dual
purpose. It will build up the stature of the
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Source (spread his name before the public),
and it will give him the necessary oppor-
tunity to conduct the following business:
As Source makes his lecture tour he will
attempt, by direct contact and through al-
ready established channels, to determine
whether or not he can set up for the basic
plan (a) a daily column, (b) a newsletter,
(c) a radio spot news broadcast. The lecture
tour, of course, will place Source in given
areas and it would be completely logical for
him to talk to local editors and radio station
owners and managers while in the area. He will
be backed up by the fact that he is lecturing
and that he is a writer because of the pre-
viously mentioned articles.
"d. Upon his return to New York City on or about
the first of the year 1964, Source will then be
able to make a definitive statement as to whether
or not he can conduct on a continuing basis and
on an economically sound basis (a) a daily column;
(b) a weekly newsletter; or (c) a radio newscast
bureau.
"Note: Source has evolved an idea of making
short newscasts which he believes can be peddled
on a spot basis to various local radio chains,
perhaps weekly. This idea, which is novel, ap-
pears to have a great deal of merit.
"e. After Source and SRS staff have had a chance
to analyze the total result, a decision will then
be reached as to the feasibility of moving Source
to Washington. If the results of the above set
out plans indicate that Source can logically appear
in Washington, he will then, for a period of about
30 to 60 days while operating either his column,
newsletter or radio broadcast bureau, shuttle back
and forth between New York and Washington obviously
seeking news. He will let it be known to his friends
in the newspaper and writing business that the pres-
sure of his work is such that he will need some
office space in Washington at which time, more or
less on a temporary basis, he will secure in a
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downtown location a combination business office
and living quarters, possibly at some such place
as the 1028 Connecticut Avenue Building.
"f. After this test, Source will 'discover' that
he can best operate out of Washington and he will
then establish an office and purchase a house or
other accommodations and bring his family to Wash-
ington.
"g. At this point Source will be operating on
his own as a news gatherer. He will be established
as such and he will have access to the various
press conferences and other news making areas in
Washington and he will by necessity mingle with
the local newsmen and radio people.
COMMENTS:
"The main question concerning the above plan was
whether or not this could be accomplished in a shorter
time guaranteeing soundness, logic, and security. Many
approaches were studied and for the reasons set out be-
low they were discarded as not workable or unsound.
tails follow:
"1. Do we have a cover organization in
Washington that would be usable in connection
with the set out plan?
De-
As far as we can now determine, there
is no suitable cover organization in Washington
that would cover the movement of the Source into
Washington, explain his presence there, and give
him a required freedom of movement in the area of
interest. We have no totally controlled newspaper
property, news bureau, or radio bureau in Washing-
ton, nor do we have any organization where Source
could be planted without creating a questionable
situation.
"2. Could we establish a 'grant' which
would do as a cover for bringing Source into
Washington?
"A very careful study of this problem in-
icates that this is probably not logical.
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grant for research would be difficult as
Source is not what could be called a re-
search type nor would he have freedom of
movement, and he would not have a reasonable
excuse for being in certain areas and asking
certain questions of interest.
given, for instance for writing a book, it is
If a cover is
believed that this cover would be limited and
would preclude Source moving in certain areas
of interest, i.e., if he were to write a book
logically talk on the subject and interview
he could
persons knowledgeable, visit the Hill and some
of the press, but it seems doubtful to us that
he could convert this into matters of specific
interest to us.
on
"13.
,
Could our Source obtain a position
as full-time employee or perhaps stringer of
a going organization such as a Washington news
bureau or magazine of the type of 'Newsweek' or
'World Report'?
"If we would place legitimately or other-
wise our Source in such a position, this might
be very limiting.
could be confined to desk work and have no ac-
In other words, Source
cess at all to the actual operations of the
magazine or getting about Washington as a leg
man and reporter.
if he were able to obtain such an assignment,
The chance also exists that
because of his contacts he might be sent out of
town immediately.
necessarily have the background of taking a
Furthermore, Source does not
position as editor or similar type with any
established news bureau or magazine.
more, if through various Washington connections
Further-
we were to approach an established magazine and
ask for a 'roving' assignment of Source, it is
most likely that the magazine editor or owner
would turn down the idea automatically.
in this connection, a possibility may exist that
Finally,
Source, himself, using his Cuban stories and
entree, sell himself as a stringer to some Wash-
ington news bureau or magazine, but probably only
Noming out of New York.
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14. Could Source obtain employment on a
Congressional Committee on either side of the
Hill which would give him access to the areas
of interest?
"Source has exceptional connections on the
Hill and it is believed that through these con-
nections he might obtain some type of assign-
ment on a temporary basis or perhaps on a regular
basis. However, in the opinion of the SRS staff
this is exceptionally hazardous and if it became
known through some misfortune, it would be of
enormous embarrassment to Agency officials. In
addition, Source might well obtain employment
with the Congressional Committee, but his work
might be too limiting to permit him to move about
and it might well preclude any opportunity he had
of making contact with the local press. Further-
more, most Committee assignments, investigative or
otherwise, generally follow a 9 to 5 routine on
the Hill and free lancing and freedom of movement
are not easily obtained in Congressional Committees.
It is regarded as impossible to place Source on a
Congressional Committee if the employing Senator
or Congressman was to be informed even in a most
nominal way of Source's mission.
"5. Can the basic plan be telescoped on a
shorter basis?
"This is considered questionable by those
who have worked in this area for some time. If
we shorten the approach, we would obviously cut
down on our Source's background and prestige,
particularly in an area where stature is neces-
sary. The articles using Source's by-line, if
they are successful, would be very important and
would serve as a basis for everything that would
follow. The South American trip is needed and
Source would have at the present time the best
possible chance for success based on his Cuban
contacts which are very strong at the present
time. A possibility also exists on such a trip
that Source might be fortunate enough to achieve
an important newspaper scoop which, of course,
would build prestige and quite conceivably place
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his name prominently in the public eye. The
lecture tour, of course, is essential not only
for prestige purposes, but to make the necessary
survey to determine the best possible media for
Source if and when he ultimately moves to Wash-
ington.
"The long range proposal set out above ap-
pears to be the most secure and most logical way
into the target. If it is necessary to go after
a shorter method or a more direct approach, every
effort can be aimed at this. However, it is pos-
sible that a long range plan as set out above
might be used successfully in combination with a
shorter more direct plan unless the shorter plan
would result in the blowing of the Source pre-
maturely."
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On 1 October 1964, Morse Allen wrote a memorandum
for the record reporting an interview with Wiley as follows:
"On 30 September 1964, the writer talked with Wiley
at the writer's apartment in Washington, D.C., for several
hours. The conversation was general and part of it was
devoted to the discussion of financial matters, routine
operational problems, and comments primarily on the local
New York scene.
"Of particular interest, however, in addition to the
above, were the following:
"(a) Earl Browder After discussing Wiley's connections
with Browder, the writer directed that Wiley interview
Browder as soon as possible and discuss 
with him the
recent deaths of Togliatti, Thorez, Elizabeth Gurley
Flynn and find out what significance, if any, Browder
makes of these matters. SRS recently had information
that Browder had given some information of intelligence
value to an English writer and it was felt that it
would be of interest to reopen Wiley's connections
with Browder. Wiley was asked to stress the Togliatti
paper.
The
"(b) Malcolm X - Wiley had previously interviewed
Malcolm X (Malcolm Little) before the former's recent
trip to Egypt and Africa and the Middle East.
writer requested Wiley, at his earliest possible con-
venience, to reinterview Malcolm X, particularly stress-
ing Malcolm X's views of individuals with whom he 
had
talked and any personalities of information which could
be of intelligence use. It should be noted 
that Wiley
regards Malcolm X as probably the shrewdest of the
Negro leaders and according to Wiley, Malcolm 
X 
talks
freely to him because Wiley and Malcolm X have 
an
understanding not to mince words or to be evasive
when they are talking.
"(c) Communist Youth Festival, Algiers, July (?) 1965
It should be noted that Wiley has spearheaded anti-
Communist attacks on Youth Festivals in Vienna 
and 
in
Helsinki previously, has disrupted their programs, and
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has to a considerable extent interfered with their
propaganda at these festivals. Because of this,
Wiley is interested once again in divisive and dis-
ruptive efforts against the Communists in Algiers
in 1965. This time Wiley states that it would be
dangerous because of the attitude of the Moroccan
Government. Wiley believes that it would be best
to have a small team of three to six trained in-
dividuals who would proceed to the Youth Festival
at Algiers and who would be directed not at dis-
ruption or propaganda, but would aim at intelligence
gathering. Wiley himself stated that he would again
volunteer to go to Algiers at this time, not ostensi-
bly connected with the aforementioned group, and only
as a free lance newspaperman. Wiley pointed out that
undoubtedly he is not the top news authority in the
United States on Communist Party Youth Festivals.
Wiley states that he believes he can arrange financing
from private organizations and individuals for the
three to six individuals mentioned above and possibly
enough for travel by himself although this may not be
obtainablo. Wilcy requests a study of this matter
and advice.
"
'(4) Bay of Pigs Book Review Wiley stated that he
cannot as yet explain why the National Review did not
publish his Bay of Pigs review, but in fact paid him
for it. He is convinced that the review was withheld
because of some Agency influence. He submitted cor-
respondence from Frank Meyer, one of the editors of
the National Review in this connection.
"(e) The Kennedy Book - Wiley commented that his friend
Dick Whalen, an outstanding young writer, has just com-
pleted a book on either Joseph B. Kennedy or the Kennedy
family for which Whalen received $100,000 in advance.
Wiley states that he has helped Whalen write the book,
giving him advice and assisting him editorially. Wiley
states that there are two items of which he is extremely
pleased of his work in connection with this book:
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(2) He had deleted from the book an
entire section which was devoted
to alleging that CIA was respon-
sible for the assassination of
Trujillo.
(3) Wiley added that the Kennedy
book contained an index and
just before the book was to
go to the printers, a proof-
reading of the index showed
that there were numerous errors
in it. The publishers, upon
discovering this, asked Wiley
to correct the index, making
such annotations and correc-
tions as necessary with highest
priority. Wiley stated that
it took him 36 hours of con-
tinuous work to complete and
correct the index and for this
effort he has sent the publishers
a bill for $500.
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"(f) Free China Weekly Attached is a copy of the
Free China Weekly, dated 6 September 1964. This publi-
cation is published for overseas distribution 
from
Taiwan and is a propaganda sheet of the Chinese Nation-
alists. Wiley called attention to the article 
at the
top of page 3 in which the Free China Weekly comments
on the article written by Charles W. Wiley in the Sep-
tember issue of the American Legion Magazine concerning
Tibet. Wiley indicates that is good publicity since
the paper is sent all over the world."
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In December 1964, SRS prepared a blind memorandum out-
' lining the use of Wiley, to wit:
"Wiley has been a contract agent of SRS
since 1959 and operates under a non-official
cover of a one-man news agency in New York City.
He is actually assisted clerically by his wife,
who is witting.
"Wiley, 38 years of age, is a born and bred
New Yorker who comes from a theatrical family. He
came to our attention in 1955 when he was compiling
an index of the Daily Worker on a grant from the
Americanism Commission of American Legion. The
grant was depleted before the index was completed;
SRS arranged to finance same, and eventually ob-
tained a copy of the index. From 1957-1959, Wiley
was financed as a cleared source from both OS and
CI Staff funds.
"Wiley's contract does not require renewal
and can be terminated for cause or otherwise with
2 maximum of 90 days notice. SRS has no agree-
ments with Wiley as to length of contract and he
is not entitled to leave, retirement, or other
benefits normally due an employee.
"Wiley is paid from OS funds in the amount
of $10,500 base salary, plus a quarterly payment
of $131.25 in lieu of retirement and hospitaliza-
tion. He is paid his local travel expenses (which
in the last fiscal year have been extremely low)
on a monthly voucher arrangement. All payments are
deposited through covert Agency channels into a
separate bank account for Wiley in New York.
"By virtue of his non-government activities in
obtaining photographic assignments and in assisting
other writers in research, in addition to occasional
sales of his articles directly to publishers, Wiley's
cover firm has so far been self-funding. He usually
requires a large out-lay of cash in addition to his
regular payments only if he is making an overseas trip.
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"Wiley is known to be a CIA employee by numerous
individuals
, such as: the staff 
of National Review;
Herbert Romerstein, a close 
friend of Wiley and a
former Communist; Lee 
Pennington, Elsa Bernaut and
Hede Massing; J. B. Matthews 
and his wife, former
Communists with whom 
Wiley is friendly; and by
of being a CIA employee by various Cuban refugees
He is suspected
with whom he became 
friendly following his incar-
ceration in a Cuban prison
.
CIA Covert Source
a cover for various
CIA Covert Source
to
"Wiley's firm was used as
assignments given by SRS to
the extent that WNA press credentials were in their
possession until 1964 
CIA Covert So. is known to have
discussed his Agency 
affiliation and correspondence
through Wiley with at least 
several other persons
and furnished considerable 
written material relating
thereto to Congressman 
Daddario."
In February 1967, Wiley suggested that in light of the
then 
recent disclosures about CIA 
and youth activities, he be
actively engaged in many media 
activities designed to counter-
act the bad publicity.
On 3 March 1967, Cecil Tighe sent a note to Paul Gaynor
stating 
that Wiley suggests he be 
permitted to make overtures
to the media for personal appearances 
and articles regarding
his involvement in the various youth 
festivals. Tighe said he
to stay quiet." 
Tighe asked Gaynor
The memo 
is merely signed: "Noted" by
advised Wiley: "Nix
whether he concurred.
Gaynor.
A blind memorandum dated 7 March 1967 contains the fol-
lowing
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"During Wiley's employment by OS/Security
Research 
Staff, he 
attended the 7th World Youth
Festival at Vienna 
in 1959, and the 8th at Helsinki
in 1962, following which 
he furnished detailed in-
formation to this 
Agency, as well as to FBI, HCUA,
etc. He also made trips 
to Cuba in an attempt to
secure details relating to 
a matter of sensitive
interest to DDP, and 
on the second trip in 1960 was
confined for eight days by 
the Cuban authorities
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before being expelled. He has visited the USSR,
and several 
Iron Curtain countries, the Far East,
Middle East and Africa, Central and South America,
Korea and the Republic of China. His interviews
at the front in Vietnam with American enlisted men
during 1964 received considerable attention when
utilized by one of the major radio networks, and
his articles regarding Vietnam and other projects
which appeared in a well-known magazine received
much favorable comment."
Sometime before 24 January 1967, Wiley prepared two re-
ports relative to a possible trip to Hanoi. When the reports
were presented to 
Paul F. Gaynor, Chief, SRS, on 27 February
1967, Gaynor designated "No" to certain proposals made by
Wiley, to wit:
a. The use of credentials from established media.
b.
Accompaniment of Wiley by FBI controlled sources
(known to Wiley) in leftist circles.
On 7 April 1967, Cecil Tighe, SRS, wrote Wiley a
lotter which confirmed Paul Caynor's oral instructions
given Wiley in Washington on 29 March 1967.
structions were as follows:
Limit your activities to:
1. Spotting contacts
2. To assessing them, but under
no circumstances be guilty of
any recruitment.
Wiley's in-
On 26 April 1967, Tighe formalized to the C/SRS a
memorandum of discussion with Wiley, captioned "Wiley's
affiliation with the Support Our Boys in Vietnam parade,
New York City, 13 May 1967," to wit:
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"1. In accordance with your instruc-
tions, I advised Wiley that he had received
your permission to become active with the
above named Support Committee. He was ad-
vised, that under no circumstances, was he
to indicate that he was in any way associated
with on received any guidance from this source.
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"2. Wiley advised he had been
appointed Press Office for the Support
Committee and had as his first act in
this capacity obtained from the New
York City Police Department a permit
to parade on Fifth Avenue on 13 May.
At the present time, he is attempting
to locate a colored Congressional Medal
of Honor Vietnam veteran to appear and
speak on the day in question. At the
moment, he is attempting to reach Gen.
Westmorland to obtain a statement from
him regarding the uplift of morale such
a parade will have on the fighting forces
in Vietnam.
"3. Today Wiley is also attempting
to have an audience with George Meany,.
President, AFL, in order to enlist his
assistance in obtaining participants
for the narade. Wiley. in addition,
is also going to request Mr. Mcany
to issue a directive to all AFL-CIO
unions to send participants and back
the parade to its fullest extent.
According to Wiley, he has already
seen Gleason, President of ILA and
ILA has promised its full cooperation.
"4. The Support Committee has
already lined up all of the veteran
organizations in and around New York
City who have promised that they will
turn out their personnel in full. Wiley
said that he has been in touch with the
New York State National Guard, and they
are going to furnish skydivers and a
fly-over as an added attraction for
the parade.
"5.
Tomorrow, 27 April 1967, Wiley
said that he has an appointment to see
Cardinal Spellman to enlist his aid in
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sending to the parade parochial school
children and as many bands as can be
accommodated. In addition to the above,
Wiley states that he had many of the
foreign newspapers alerted and has re-
ceived some assurance from various
foreign groups that they would like
representation in the parade.
"6. Finally, Wiley said that if
he had difficulty with the military in
New York City with respect to his re-
quest for a Negro Medal of Honor winner
to appear for the parade, he may ask
assistance from us. In summary, he
said that if this thing bombs, the
New Left, including Martin Luther King,
Stokley Carmichael, McKissic, et all will never
let the country forget it."
When the C/SRS, Paul Gaynor, reviewed this memo,
Gaynor adjacent to the last paragraph commented, "No.
He should deal with Army. There is only one such (colored
Medal of Honor winner), a medical corps specialist."
On 1 May 1967, Tighe wrote a formal memo of a dis-
cussion with Wiley on that date regarding "A report from
Wiley regarding the forthcoming parade in New York on 13 May."
The body of the memorandum reflects among other matters that
Wiley claimed he had phone contact with John Roach regarding
possible White House support for the parade. John Roach was
an assistant to Harry McPherson of the White House Staff.
"Roach has promised the Committee substantial support.'
"
A brief memorandum by Tighe, dated 3 May 1967, con-
tains as an attachment an article from the 3 May 1967 edi-
tion of the New York Times concerning the "Support Our Boys
in Vietnam Parade." The C/SRS brought the article to the
attention of the Director of Security, Howard J. Osborn,
who penned the word "Encouraging" on the transmittal slip.
Tighe also wrote a brief memo with an editorial New York
Times article attachment, dated 5 May 1967.
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Circa 2 June 1967, Wiley prepared a report which he
captioned
, "Basic Theme of 
Letter to Ex-Presidents" out-
lining an effort to 
further the "Parade" concept.
On 15 June 1967, Tighe formalized information from
Wiley, 
to wit:
"1. Success has gone to Wiley's head.
Since 
he 
and Gilmer, the Fire Department
Captain 
in New York put on a successful
"
Support the Boys in Vietnam Parade,"
Wiley now wants to stage parades in 120
cities throughout the United States.
"2. Much of his ambition stems
from a remark that Tina is reported to
have 
made to him and to which he agrees.
Wiley said that Tina said he could make
a million dollars in public relations
work if he promoted something in which
he 
was really interested. Wiley stated
to me that this is true because he has
not had his heart in his recent work
for us. He said now he plans to start
selling America.
"3. He is so carried away by his
exuberance that he requested permission
to 
use up to and including $1,000 of our
funds to 
establish an office, print up
letterheads 
and use our funds to make
long distance telephone calls to the
various 
120 cities. He plans to call
his office, The Committee for Responsi-
ble 
Patriotism. From what I can gather,
he 
has no support from any source but on
his own initiative he prepared two letters,
one to General 
Eisenhower and one to former
President Harry S. Truman, which I have
attached for your information. He re-
quested that through our liaison with
General Eisenhower and Harry S. Truman
we approach them and solicit their sup-
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I explained to Wiley that his
interest was well motivated but under no
circumstances would we permit an expendi-
ture of any funds in this regard. I also
told him it would be extremely awkward for
us to approach General Eisenhower or Mr.
Truman in his behalf.
"5.
There is a strong possibility
he may call you thinking that you may give
him authority for financial assistance.
Let me know if I should continue to dis-
courage Wiley in his efforts, particularly
when it's going to cost us money."
At the conclusion of the last paragraph, C/SRS, Paul
F. Gaynor, noted, "Yes. We cannot spend our funds for
internal propaganda purposes.
''
There is a record of a 2 January 1970 phone conversa-
tion with Wiley concerning Wiley's involvement in pro-Viet
Nam activity. "Wiley said had been coordinated at a high
level with the Pentagon and he has their OK," regarding
prisoner of war activity. The writer noted, "Discussion
with Wiley relayed to P.G. I suggested that during next
meeting with Wiley, he be told that while we do no (sic)
disapproval of his actions in this respect, we cannot
approve, sponsor or imply approval in any way. P.G. said
'OK tell him.'"
This record is quoted as follows:
"Charles Wiley called collect
and said his organization's campaign
to get humane treatment for prisoners
of Hanoi (i.e., signatures to petitions)
was going very well and that they had
'tens of thousands' of signatures with
the efforts his workers had put out.
This activity, Wiley said had been
coordinated at a high level with the
Pentagon and he has their OK. Through
the Pentagon, they have been in touch
with the wives. However, they plan to
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phase out of this activity at the end
of the month. They 11 turn it over to
the wives. They are running out of
money and have enough to last until
end of month. They'll put this activity
on shelf for a few months. They have had
'unbelievable backing' from #2 man in
New York State. Wants to hold off a
week or so on status report on this.
In coordination with Pentagon, they
merely advise of what they plan and
tell Pentagon to object in writing if
they do. Discussion with Wiley relayed
to P.G. I suggested that during next
meeting with Wiley, he be told that
while we do no disapprove of his
actions in this respect, we can
not approve, sponsor, or imply
approval in any way.
OK tell him."
P.G. said
A blind memorandum regarding Wiley was prepared by
CIA Covert Employee SRS, on 14 April 1970, being directed to
Paul F. Gaynor, who noted his concurrence. In total, the
memorandum states:
"Subject (Wiley) telephoned today
after having talked with Mr. McCord and
advised that he had unfortunately lost
the race to be a Congressional candidate
from his district. I extended sympathy.
but personally felt this resolved a pro-
blem that could have resulted in his
termination should he have been elected
a candidate.
after con-
Covert Tax
"Subject asked whether there were
any questions concerning his income
tax form, and I advised him,
sulting with the Head of the
Committee, that there did not appear to
be any significant questions.
Subject
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informed me that he would then go
ahead and file his return to IRS.
Mr. Powell, however, of the Covert
Tax Committee, did say that they
had some questions concerning Sub-
ject's expenses under Schedule C.
Specifically, whether Subject's
trunk line to New York City, cable
address, and trips to Washington
had been reimbursed by the Agency.
I informed Mr. Powell that we had
no record of any such reimburse-
ment and that these expenses were
assumed by Subject, solely.
"It was indicated by Subject'
that it was hopeful his throat ail-
ment would soon clear which would
make it possible for him to visit
Washington within the next week or
two.
"It would seem prudent to me,
prior to Subject's pending visit,
that we prepare something akin to
an agreement or letter of instruc-
tion which would clearly indicate
to Subject that assignments to him,
whether oral or not, would eventually
be followed up by written confirma-
tion of such assignment. Such a
letter of understanding or agree-
ment would, it seems to me, serve
to protect Subject as well as the
Agency in the event of any further
problem or incident which might
involve Subject. For example,
many of Subject's activities may
be construed as domestic political
action and as such could be identi-
fied as an Agency contractual em-
ployee. From time to time, as you
know Subject has telephonically
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acknowledgement on our part would be
Agency approval for his activities.
While such is not the case, it is
believed that we should formalize
this part of our contract with him
so that he knows that his personal
activities, regardless of area, are
not construed as an extension of
Agency plans or programs. At the
same time, Subject can be assured
of our continuing interest in him
as a "standby" asset.
"Should you have any questions
concerning this subject, I would be
pleased to discuss them further."
Attached to this blind memorandum is a Memorandum of
Understanding, dated 29 April, signed by Wiley, with an
indicated copy given to Wiley, stating:
"In order to avoid any possible
misunderstanding in the future and in
recognition of my many personal and
official activities, I agree that any
assignments given to me by my associates
in Washington will be made a matter of
written record. As security permits and
when convenient and possible, I will be
shown a copy of any such assignment and
will initial same showing the date the
assignment was received.
"My acknowledgement of this arrange-
ment does not in any way change or abro-
gate the nature of my association with
my employer. I understand that this
procedure is solely for the purpose
of providing some evidence and a record
of those assignments I have officially
received.”
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From 1956 to 1962, Wiley's case officer was James W.
McCord, Jr., with alternate contact H. Clifton Carrico.
From 1962 to 1966, his case officer was Morse Allen, with
alternate Ethel Mendoza. During 1966-1970, he was in con-
tact with Cecil C. Tighe, and later with CIA Covert Employee
From 1970 to January 
1974, his case officer has been Louis W.
Vasaly. During most of the period from 1957 to June 1973,
Wiley was infrequently in contact with the Chief, Security
Research Staff, Paul F. Gaynor.
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James E. McCord reported in a memo dated 1 May 1956
to the Chief, External Branch/SRS, that he approached Lee
Pennington of the Americanism Committee of the American
Legion to determine whether he, Pennington, would be agree-
able to supporting CIA by providing cover for Wiley's work.
Pennington wholeheartedly agreed to do so, stating that:
"1.
"2.
Should questions arise from acquaintances
or friends as to where the index cards for
the 1933-1936 are located, that Wiley can
tell them that their typing is being handled
by the American Legion Americanism Committee
in Washington.
That in Wiley's work for the coming year in
continuing the index of the Daily Worker,
that he can advise his friends and acquaint-
ances that the financing and continuation of
this work is being handled by the Americanisa
Committee of the American Legion.
Should any-
one press him for further details, he can
merely refer them to Lee Pennington, who will
furnish them with the same story."
On 23 August 1958, Wiley wrote a report entitled
"The Problem of a 'Cover'" in which he claims his original
cover given him has worn thin and for all purposes is not
existent. Wiley cites examples to back up his contention
and makes several suggestions for improvement of cover or
the establishment of a new one.
Apparently this latter memorandum initiated some action
by SRS officers who were handling Wiley since in the fall of
1958. Records indicate that Wiley had begun to build cover
as a newsman and holds press credentials in the North American
Newspaper Alliance, Indianapolis Star, and National Review and
he will attempt to obtain credentials from all newspapers and
magazines with which he comes affiliated.
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In an effort to provide Mr. Wiley with a more substan-
tial mechanism for operations to increase his journalistic
reputation, it was decided that he would set up a news-
gathering service based in New York City and secure, where
possible, the services of writers or journalists who would
feed him news storeis from various points in the world. This
would have the advantage of being a legitimate news-gathering
service and at the same time possibly being later used as an
information-gathering organization for intelligence purposes.
Acting under instructions, Wiley, in 1959 or 1960, founded
World News Analysis, opened an office in Flushing, New York,
had press credentials made and conducted business to a cer-
tain extent in the name of this organization. Wiley has
pretty much maintained this cover ever since.
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Since 1966, Wiley's specific assignments for OS have
been at a minimum, whereas his personal activities have
increased. Much of his personal activity has been or
might be construed as having been domestic political action.
In 1970, his name was placed as a candidate for U.S. Repre-
sentative from the 15th district of New Jersey, but he
failed to receive the nomination. However, in 1972, he
did campaign as an Independent candidate for the U.S. Senate
in New Jersey. He received approximately one per cent of the
ballots cast in the election won by Senator Clifford P. Case.
He has been active in and frequently the prime mover
in a number of organizations of conservative or right-wing
persuasion.
As such, he has earned considerable reputation
as a capable coordinator and organizer through actions in
support of "pro-American" and conservative causes. The
parades, receptions, petition gathering, demonstrations
and other publicity making ventures in which he has par-
ticipated have run the gamut of support for the Republic
of Vietnam, U.S. war policies, strong national defense pos-
ture, the Nationalist Chinese, U.S. prisoners in foreign
lands and anti-bussing for integration.
Among these organizations with which he has been pro-
minently identified are:
Parents and Taxpayers: an organization opposing bussing
for integration. He was doing public relations for this group
as early as 1964 and has been periodically involved in this
activity with this and other organizations to date.
Free China Support Group and The Committee of 1,000,000:
these organizations are pro-Nationalist China and actively
opposed the U.S. recognition of the Peoples Republic of China.
Young Americans for Freedom: a conservatively oriented
youth group.
Committee to Unite America: as a member in 1971, he
was active in its efforts aimed at lowering the level of
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National Committee for Responsible Patriotism (NCRP):
as its Executive Director and one of its founders in 1967,
he has been its principal member and has been involved
with managing its office, raising funds, and charting its
activities. Operating principally with volunteers and
donated funds, Wiley, who has occasionally received some
private remuneration for his services, has organized
numerous parades, receptions, motorcades, banquets and
programs. He has arranged publicity and made a number
of media appearances. In connection with these and other
activities he has had close contact with labor leaders,
the military and the White House. In April 1973, Wiley
received a signed commendation from President Nixon in
recognition of his efforts, which states:
"Dear Mr. Wiley:
"The overwhelming success of the recent
New York parade in honor of our Vietnam
veterans was truly heartening, and I
know that the greatest share of the
credit for this is due to the remark-
able efforts of you and your organiza-
tion. The tribute that was paid to
our Nation's servicemen is an inspiring
reminder of the pride all Americans feel
for those who gave so much in the cause
of freedom. I am sure I speak for citi-
zens throughout the country in expres-
sing deep appreciation for your unsel-
fish dedication of time and talent to
this patriotic project.
"With my gratitude and very best wishes,
Sincerely,
Richard Nixon"
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Among activities which the NCRP organized are:
Free USS Pueblo Sailors
Free American Citizen George Pellezo from Cuban
Prison
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Honor America Week (1969)
Support Our POW's and MIA's (1970)
Operation Gratitude for Firemen and Law Enforcement
Forces (1970)
Welcome Home with Honor Day (1973)
The NCRP is currently engaged in the initial stages
of planning for a possible reception and program in the
near future for the recently exiled Soviet author, Alexander
I. Solzhenitsyn.
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During the course of the reorganization of the Office
of Security, it was decided that the Security Research
Staff would be abolished. This decision led to the prepa-
ration of a memorandum for the Director of Security from
the Chief, Security Staff, dated 1 June 1973, captioned
"Request for Director of Security Assessment Regarding
Continuance of Functions and Possible Replacement."
last paragraph of this memorandum stated:
"For immediate planning purposes, to
fulfill the early deadline already established,
it would be appreciated if you would review the
attached outlines of existing functions and in-
dicate your desires regarding the function (con-
tinue, continue with low priority, discontinue)
and where you wish any retained functions to be
placed in the reorganization structure. In the
lattor instance, I have attempted to indicate
the more likely options for this to facilitate
your assessment.
The
On 4 June 1973, the Director of Security indicated
that "Special Access Sources" (Charles W, Lee P.) should
continue on a low priority and be transferred to the Opera-
tional Support Branch.
CIA Cover
On 8 June 1973, Employee
(SRS), in a memorandum
to the Chairman, Clearance Division Implementation Committee,
OS/PSI, reorganization subject "Research Branch, Clearance
Division, OS/DD/PSI, Implementation" noted that Special
Access Source Wiley had been approved to be continued,
but on a low priority basis and transferred to the Opera-
tional Support Branch.
Shortly after the implementation of the reorganization
of the Office of Security on 1 August 1973, John Dempsey,
Chief, Research Branch, verbally discussed and reviewed
with Edwal Jones, Chief, Clearance Division, the disposition
of certain SRS functions still in the possession of the
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Research Branch, but recommended and approved for transfer
to other components of the Office of Security. Among those
items discussed was "Special Access Source" Charles Wiley.
Messrs. Jones and Dempsey agreed that Wiley was not worth
the money spent, performed little or no useful service for
the Office of Security, and in fact had done little or
nothing to justify his keep. It was further agreed that
Mr. Jones would discuss Wiley and make known to the Deputy
Director of Security (PSI), Stanton Ense, the agreed assess-
ment of Wiley.
Mr. Jones next informed Mr. Dempsey that a memorandum
should be prepared reviewing the Wiley case, making recom-
mendations as to disposition. A memorandum was then pre-
pared by Louis Vasaly of the Research Branch, dated 18 Sep-
tember 1973, which recalled the history of Wiley's associa-
tion with the Office of Security with a recommendation for
termination. The only disagreement was as to timing.
Mr. Dempsey recommended 30 June 1974; Mr. Jones 1 February
1974. The Deputy Director of Security (PSI) agreed with
the 1 February 1974 termination date and suggested using
the same procedure as in the Pennington case.
On 25 October 1973, Louis Vasaly and John Dempsey,
both of the Research Branch, met Wiley at the Key Bridge
Marriot Motel, Arlington, Virginia, to effect his termina-
tion. Wiley was most unhappy with the proceeding although
claiming to understand that budget problems and curtail-
ment of domestic activities lead to his separation. He
acknowledged that written notice of his termination by his
signature; however, he appended that the notice was "signed
with the reservation that the terms will be appealed,
" and
stating he would seek redress either with the Director of
Central Intelligence or contacts on Capitol Hill.
Wiley was contacted twice more on 6 November 1973,
and on 12 February 1974, both times in New York City, by
Sidney Stembridge, Deputy Director of Security (P&M) and
Louis Vasaly. At the former meeting, Mr. Stembridge politely
explained to Wiley that CIA is no longer engaged in matters
in which he had been assisting and that there was, there-
fore, no further need for his services. Mr. Stembridge
indicated that the Office of Security might be able to
assist financially in a limited sense beyond the 31 January
termination date, but that would be the limit of any help.
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On the latter occasion, Mr. Stembridge informed
Wiley that he had been awarded a termination bonus of
$4,000, which figure, in essence, represented his salary
covered forward from 31 January through 30 June 1974.
again objected to OS help, expressing dissatisfaction with
his termination, and rejected the terminal bonus.
Mr. Stembridge concluded the interview by reminding Wiley
that his termination was effective, previously executed
Secrecy Agreement was still binding and Mr. Stembridge
would be available to him for additional assistance if
required. It was definitely made clear to Wiley that the
next action is to come from him.
An "information only" memorandum from the Director
of Security to the Director of Central Intelligence con-
cerning Wiley was sent on 25 February 1974.
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CHARLES WILEY'S CONTACTS AND RELATIONSHIPS WITH
JAMES MCCORD, LEE PENNINGTON, DONALD SWEANY AND HOWARD HUNT
JAMES MCCORD
James McCord was the first representative of the Office
of Security to have contact with Wiley and was undoubtedly
the driving force behind the Agency's funding of the Daily
Worker index. McCord was Wiley's primary case officer from
1956 through January 1962 and during this period, guided and
was more or less responsible for Wiley's direction and con-
trol.
The nature of McCord's contacts with Wiley after 1962
are not exactly known since McCord left SRS in January 1962
for other positions within the Office of Security. The files
do, however, contain the following information which indicate
some contact between McCord and Wiley after 1969. The exact
nature of these contacts is not definitely known, especially
those in May-June 1969; however, the presumption is that
Wiley at the direction of McCord may have reported on and
photographed anti-Viet Nam War demonstrations in Washington,
D. C., during that period and gave the results of his work to
McCord who retired from CIA on 31 August 1970.
On 30 May 1969, Cecil Tighe of SRS recorded, "Jim
McCord notified me today that Wiley would arrive in Washing-.
ton, D. C., tonight for a meeting with McCord concerning
some Mayday Project that has been assigned to Wiley."
On 5 June 1969, Tighe recorded, "Wiley telephoned
from New York City on 4 June 1969 to request that I turn
over to Jim McCord the light meter which we drew from
Logistics for his use last month in connection with his
photography work. Wiley said that Jim McCord planned to
meet him in New York City over the week-end.' Tighe then
called McCord's office and instructed them that Tighe had
the meter and it would be available in a package for trans-
mittal to Wiley if someone would come by and pick it up.
As of June 1969, no one had called or inquired further
into the matter.
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On 6 June 1969, Tighe recorded that Jim McCord
advised him on that date that he, McCord, had visited
Wiley in New York City on the 4th and 5th of June 1969.
McCord gave Tighe photographs from Wiley which had been
"entrusted" to Wiley "many years ago" by Morse Allen:
The photograph had the following names on the back:
Vianamin Belitsky, Fred Borodin, Michel Reschal, and
Deak Zoltan.
Memorandum, dated 12 March 1970 by CIA Cover
Employee states: "Wiley apparently had telephoned Jim
McCord and at the end of their discussion, Wiley, or
McCord, had the call transferred to our number."
Memorandum, dated 6 April 1970 by CIA Cover
Employee to Chief, SRS states: "I received the attached
vouchers and an accounting from Wiley on Saturday. I note
that among other things, he spent over $120.00 on film.
Should this part of the accounting be referred to McCord,
or do we accept it as presented? It is not clear that it
meets Agency requirements, as all expenses are not matched
up by necessary receipts."
A memorandum, dated 14 April 1970, captioned "Charlo
Wiley" states: "Subject telephoned today after having
talked with Mr. McCord and advised that he had unfortunately
lost the race to be a Congressional candidate from his
district."
McCord may also have been in contact with Wiley during
1970-71 concerning the monitoring of a book to be written
by CIA Covert Agent an ex-Communist and CIA source, who had
been involved in certain operations for this Agency (not
mentioned in the file) in Mexico. The Agency was rather
concerned whether CIA Cover uld expose his working for CIA
and assigned Wiley to help edit the book. The following
excerpts from the file tend to support the above contention:
Agent
A memorandum, dated 30 June 1970, captioned "Contact
Report, Charles Wiley," states: "Wiley further suggested
that, along with Jim McCord, he continue to handle CIA Covert
and would brief Agent So as to keep him content until he,
Wiley, returns from his European trip." (This very probably
refers to CIA Covert Agent
Agent
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A memorandum, dated 13 January 1971 captioned "Charles
Wiley" states: "Says CIA Covert has stated that he now
wants to leave in some material (Mexico) that earlier
McCord suggested not be included. (Apparently material
for book Agent
Tenteras writing with Wiley's assistance.)
A memorandum, dated 5 February 1971, captioned
"Charles Wiley (records problem Wiley reported having
with CIA Covert Agent states: "Wiley thinks that perhaps
Jim McCord could reason with him if matters don't improve.
says McCord isn't with us any more, but Wiley says
still has high regard for McCord and might listen.
Wiley believes he, Wiley, may be able to settle the problem,
but if not, thinks we ought to have McCord talk to
A similar memorandum, dated 9 February 1971, further
CIA Covend states:
outlines Wiley's problem with 
Agent
"Wiley
suggested it's time to see what McCord can do with
If we bring McCord back in, he ought to discuss the case
with Wiley before he has contact with CIA Covert Agent
Another memorandum, dated 12 February 1971 reflects:
⠀ called McCord. Details of discussion unknown; however,
gather that Jim impressed with face that any mention of
the company or personnel by in his book would be at
least potentially damaging to activities that are of in-
terest currently."
In a memorandum, dated 19 February 1971, it is
reflected that Vasaly "had brief telephone conversation
with Wiley this p.m. He understood from CIA Covert that
CACover conversed with Jim McCord recently get out did not
Agent
know the essence of the conversation nor any future plans
for contact between them. Advised Wiley that it was
understanding that McCord had again emphasized the need
for Agent
to leave his Agency contact and any identification
of Agency people out of the book's chapter on his 'Mexican
Phase' and that apparently CIA had agreed."
Covert Agent
our
In a memorandum, dated 23 February 1971, captioned
"Charles Wiley,'
" the problem with
reportedly con-
tinues:
said McCord had in effect okayed what
wanted to include in his chapter on Mexican Operations".
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CIA Covert told Wiley that McCord is out of it anyway and
Agent
that another person is supposed to get in touch with
CIA 
Covert
Agent
t... "Wiley will call McCord tonight for a briefing
on handling the Mexican material. Afterwards, Wiley can
stall for a week or so by saying he had to send the
material to McCord for perusal and opinion.".
A memorandum, dated 9 March 1971, captioned "Charles
Wiley" suggests Wiley intended to contact McCord regarding
thevert Agent
the verge 
matter in the near future.
CIA
A memorandum, dated 29 December 1971 records a con-
versation with Wiley concluding with the statement: "He
repeated his holiday greetings and was a little concerned
apparently that he hadn't had a card from McCord wondered
if anything had happened to him, etc."
On 28 June 1972, Wiley telephoned Louis W. Vasaly of
SRS and remarked that he, Wiley, was really surprised at
the depth 
the FBI must be covering this, i.e., Watergate,
as he had already been approached and interviewed by a
couple of FBI agents based on several long distance calls
Jim, i.e., McCord, had made to him. Wiley further stated
he only told them, i.c., FRI, Jim was an old friend and
occasionally solicited information from Wiley, just as
the 
Bureau did.
On 9 April 1973, Wiley called Louis W. Vasaly to in-
form him that his wife, Tina, had taken her life. Wiley
suggested that Ruth and Jim McCord, Lee Pennington, Morse
Allen, Cliff Carrico and Paul Gaynor be advised. Mr. Vasaly
called Lee Pennington who in turn would advise Ruth McCord
on the afternoon of 9 April.
LEE PENNINGTON
The exact degree of Wiley's knowledge of and associa-
tion with Lee Pennington is not fully known from records
available in the Wiley file. However, it is known that
Pennington probably knew Wiley as early as 1954 from
Pennington's work with the Americanism Committee of the
American Legion and Wiley's index work on behalf of that
organization. Wiley has claimed on several occasions to
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have a close association with Pennington without; elaborating
For example: On March 1967,
as to specific details.
Wiley
"In dealing with
prepared a report which states as follows
Don (Sweaney) and Lee (Pennington), both of whom know of my
connection, I avoid any talk of my company activities.
At one time, both knew some of my work because we received
However, since
cooperation from them on certain projects.
Don went to his present job there has been little contact.
I talk to Don as I do to everyone else. I ignore any
questions or statements with double meanings, surreptitious
need-to-know
glances, etc. This is because of two reasons
Νο
rule and Don is seldom out of earshot of fellow workers.
one overhearing us will learn anything I don't want them to
know.
"Since the recent exposure of company activities is
the chief topic of discussion, and especially since I am
considered by many as an 'expert' on one of the projects,
there is little way of avoiding the subject without arousing
suspicion. I have always taken the same stand, that of a
critic but with qualifications regarding the area 
of
my knowledge. Under the circumstances, it would be quite
impossible to take any other position.
"During my discussion with Don, the only company
business that was mentioned was the project with which
everyone knows I am familiar. It is, therefore, obvious
I would
that I could not have said what was 
reported.
suggest that someone other than the original source talk
to Don. I would also urge that both Don and Lee 
be 
reminded
not to mention, under any circumstances, their knowledge 
of
me.
DONALD SWEANY
Wiley's knowledge of and association with Sweany is
not fully known from the Wiley files, nor is there any
reference to any such association in the Office of Security
file on Donald Sweany. However, it can be presumed, based
upon their mutual association with Lee Pennington at 
the
American Legion, that they probably have known each other
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since 1954. Other than Wiley's comment concerning Penning-
ton and Sweany, previously mentioned, there is nothing else
from Wiley concerning Sweany.
HOWARD HUNT
There is nothing in the Wiley files to indicate any
contact or association with Howard Hunt. Sometime prior to
24 August 1970 and probably between the fall of 1969 and
April 1970, Wiley provided SRS with a manuscript entitled
"Give Us This Day," which was circulating amongst some New
York publishers none of whom wished to publish it because
of its controversial nature, i.e. Bay of Pigs operation.
The writer of the manuscript was later identified as Howard
Hunt. The exact details concerning this incident are not
available in the Wiley files.
"
Further on this theme, on 19 June 1973, Wiley called
Louis Vasaly of SRS to say that he had in his hands a copy
of Howard Hunt's manuscript "Give Us This Day. Wiley was
advised that he had probably forgotten but that we had had
access to it several years ago when Hunt submitted it to
a different publisher. (Wiley reportedly had made it
available at that time). Wiley said that he believed that
this publisher was going to take advantage of the recent
publicity (meaning Watergate apparently) and, of course,
bring it out under Hunt's true name. Wiley was told that
we (SRS) had no interest in his copy and that he could
return it to the contact who made it available to him.
There was no further discussion on the matter.
The above is the extent of references to Howard Hunt
in the Wiley files.
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