JFK Assassination System Date: 4/15/201 _ Identification Form Agency Information Released under the John AGENCY: FBI . Eennedy RECORD NUMBER: — 124-10371-10190 issassination Records Ollection Act of 1992 RECORD SERIES: HQ (44 UsSc 2107 Note). ase#:NW 46064 Date: AGENCY FILENUMBER:  62-117290-ADMIN FOLDER-P2 Wi-iv—-z2017 Document Information ORIGINATOR: FBI FROM: HQ TO: HSCA TITLE: DATE: 07/05/1978 ‘ PAGES: 362 SUBJECTS : . HSCA ADMINISTRATIVE FOLDER, HSCA PERSONNEL LIST A-G VOL I DOCUMENT TYPE: PAPER, TEXTUAL DOCUMENT CLASSIFICATION: — Unclassified ‘RESTRICTIONS: 3; 10(a)2 CURRENT STATUS: —Redact DATE OF LAST REVIEW : 04/12/1999 OPENING CRITERIA: INDEFINITE COMMENTS : INC FOLDER, MEMO, LHM, LET, A-G TAB SHEETS, SUMMARY, MAGAZINE ARTICLE, GOVERNMENT PUBLICATION ‘ . ee. oO. v9.1 HW 46064 DBocld: 32319659 83. Page 1
oer. 1 - Mr. Monahan HW 46064 se A. -~ Mr. Peshi ° 1)- Mr. Peel 1 ~- Mr. Daly 1 - Mr. Mullen August 25, 1977 BY LIAISO# Honorable Louis Stokes Chairman Select Committee on Assassinations United States House of Representatives Washington, BD. C. Dear Mr. Chairman: In accordance with a request received from you on July 26, 1977, an investigation has been conducted concerning Mr. Jeremy Ray Akers. Transmitted herewith are two copies of a summary memorandum containing the _xesults of this investigation. Sincerely yours, Clarence HM. Kelley Director Enclosures (2) NOTE: Akers employed as staff counsel, Select Committee on Assassinations, United States House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., since October, 1976. Three arrests located for Akers on charges including possession of automobile while intoxicated, reckless driving, failure to stop for police officer, and driving while intoxicated. He paid fines twice, and most recent charge, which involved an accident, still pending. One traffic citation located for brother, William. Investigation otherwise favorable and complete. JM:dd (IX) (7) DoclId: 327319659 Page 2? may ea Renn eel He ae oe I OTe
HW 46064 Jeremy Ray Akers Ynformation has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr, Akers or his close relatives, except | the following: Records of the Police Department, - Vestavia Hills, Alabama, indicate Me, Akers was arrested on August 1, 1970, on charges of possession of an automobile while intoxicated and disorderly conduct (intoxication), for which he paid a fine of $132, Records of the Police Department, Charlottesville, Virginia, indicate lr, Akers was arrested on October 20, 1969, om charges of reckless driving and failure to stop for a police officer, He paid two fines of $25 plus court costs of $11.25. Records of the Police Department, Memphis, Tennessee, indicate Mr. Akers was arrested on July 30, 1977, on charges of driving while intoxicated, failure to maintain control, and drunk, The records indicate further that Mr. Akers was involved in an accident when he drove into the rear of a. vehicle being towed. Mr. Akers was accompanied by a Suzanne Norris, 855 North Yates, Memphis, Tennessee, who suffered bodily injuries, extent unknown, Mr. Akers suffered minor injuries, The records indicate Mr. Akers refused a , drunkometer examination, On August l, 1977, Mr. Akers’ case was continued and is still pending, Records of the Police Department, Florence, Alabama, indicate Mr. Akers’ brother, | William Thomas Akers, Jr., was cited on June 26, 1975, for a stop sign violation, for which he paid a fine of $14, oo, -~5- DocId: 32319659 Page 3
Honorable Louis Stokes Southern District of is currently hearing testimony concerning this criminal investigation. On October 20, 1977, Mr. S. Cass Weiland, trial attorney, Public Integrity Section, Department of Justice, 7 Washington, D. C., advised he intends to invite Mr. Baetz, probably in the latter part of to appear federal Grand Jury and if any, in the aforementioned investigation, undetermined. $ presently. When additional information concerning any ° possible[ sd OF Mr. Baetz in the foregoing matter is received, you will be advised. Sincerely yours, Clarence M. Kelley Director iS p NOTE: Request received from Robert h. Keuch, Special Counsel to the Attorney General on October 6, 1977, for additional information. ' ; SX WAY | HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 4 we
C) ) _ Conrad Emmett Baetz Military Service tir. Baetz enlisted in the United States Army and served on active duty from September 26, 1966, to June 25, 1970, when he was honorably released with the rank of specialist sixth grade. On Jume 26, 1970, he was transferred to the United States Army Reserve and served in an active reserve status until September 25, 1972, when he was honorably discharged as a specialist sixth erade . His service record is clear, Employment April, 1964, to Manitowoc Engineering Company, June, 1965 Manitowoc, Wisconsin, as a printing press operator on a full-time and part-time basis April, 1966, to Ace Foods, Incorporated , August, 1966 Whitewater, Wisconsin, as a food helper on a full-time and part-time basis July, 1970, to Madison County Sheriff's Depart- August, 1977 ment, Edwardsville, Illinois, imitially as a deputy and eventually aS a sergeant August, 1977, to Select Committee on Assassinations, the present United States House of Representa- tives, Washington, D. C., as an investigator in the States of Illinois and Missouri Marital Status Mr, Baetz is married to the former Madilym Stassi and they reside at 1280 Cedar Drive, Wood River, Illinois. Mr, Baetz has indicated his wife is a Umited States citizen, Interviews John Light, Assistant Chief, Alton, Illinois, Police Department, advised he has known Mr, Baetz for approximately six years om a professional basis, He stated -2- HW 46064 DoclId: 327319659 Page 6
CY \) - oy . a 8 Conrad- Emmett Baetz Mr, Baetz is cooperative, congenial, and personable, He stated Mr. Baetz is an administrator and spokesman for the Madison County, Illinois, Sheriff's Department, and he is mainly involved in public relations, He stated, in his opinion, Mr. Baetz lacks investigative and law enforcement experience, He stated he had read in the local newspapers about Mr, Baetz’s appointment as an investigator with the Select Committee on Assassinations, United States House of Representatives, He stated, however, that he would not recommend Mr. Baetz for a position as an investigator with | the United States Government for the aforementioned reason, William Magurany, Mayor, Wood River, Illinois, advised he has known Mr. Baetz for approximately five years. He described Mr. Baetz as dedicated, trustworthy, energetic, and capable, He stated he had appointed Mr, Baetz to the Board of Police and Fire Commissioners in Jume, 1976, due to his law enforcement experience and ability, and Mr. Baetz has performed well in this position, He stated Mr, Baetz’s character, reputation, and loyalty are unquestioned, and he highly recommended him for a position of trust and responsibility with the United States Government, Twenty-three additional persons, consisting of current and former supervisors and co-workers, present and former neighbors, references, associates, and social acquaintances of Mr. Baetz's, were interviewed and they advised he is a loyal American whose character, reputation, and associates are above reproach. He was described as | intelligent, efficient, reliable, conscientious, discreet, and trustworthy. It was stated Mr, Baetz is an able administrator who is knowledgeable of investigative procedures. They highly recommended him for a position of trust and responsibility, Close Relatives Mr, Baetz’s parents, Emerson and Catherine Baetz, are deceased, In addition to his wife, mentioned previously, Mir, Baetz has the following living close relatives: Brother Andrew F, Baetz Burnsville, Minnesota HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 7
d oo fl \ 2“ a Conrad Emmett Baetz Brother Emerson P, Baetz Two. Rivers, Wisconsin Brother Thomas H, Baetz Cedarburg, Wisconsin Persons interviewed during this inquiry who are acquainted with Mr, Baetz’s close relatives advised they are reputable individuals, Based on the background information furnished by Mr, Baetz and om investigation, he has mo known close relatives residing in Irom Curtain countries, Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate eredit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record or mo additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Baetz, Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr, Baetz or his close relatives, except the following: Records of the Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, Police Department reveal Mr. Baetz was cited on November 2, 1964, and September 14, 1966, for “speeding” and paid a $50 fine on each of these charges, Records of the Two Rivers, Wisconsin, Police Department reveal Mr, Baetz was cited on August 20, 1966, for “speeding” and on April 27, 1968, for “imprudent speed," He paid fines totaling $30 on these charges, Miscellaneous The records of the Manitowoc, Wisconsin, County Court reveal on November 8, 1971, the State of Wisconsin filed a $620 income tax lien against Mr. Baetz which is presently outstanding, HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 6
a . jl - Mr. Feh Oy. 6 > @- Mr. peel ooh. - Mr. Daly 1 1 HW 46064 ~ Mr. Hurst ae ~ Mr. Dooher ~ August 5, 1977 BY LIAISON .Honorable Louis Stokes Chairman Select Committee on Assassinations United States House of Representatives Washington, DBD. C. Dear Mr. Chairman: In accordance with @ request received from you on July 8, 1977, an ) investigation has been conducted concerning M Lisa e Berlow, Transmitted herewith are two copies of a summary memorandum containing the results of this investigation. ° On a Standard Form 86, Security Investigation Data for Sensitive Position form executed by Miss Berlow on July 5, 1977, she indicated she has received psychiatric counselling for approximately one year while attending high school and again in 1976 for approximately six months. In the absence of a specific request from you and a signed waiver from Miss Berlow, no further inquiries are being conducted into this matter. Sincerely yours, Clarence M. Kelley Director Enclosures (2) MPD:djw (IX) _ (7) NOTE: Berlow, a recent University of Wisconsin graduate, is a researcher for the House Select Committee on Assassinations. . Investigation disclosed she lived with a boy friend for _ approximately five years and is currently residing with three male housematés in order to share expenses. She further indicated she received psychiatric counselling during high school and again during 1976. Investigation otherwise favorable and complete. SANG DoclId: 327319659 Page 9
D y ) Lisa Marjorie Berlow Brother Rustin Ralph Berlow Madison, Wisconsin Brother Samuel Milton Berlow Madison, Wisconsin ' Sister Rebecca Ann Berlow Madison, Wisconsin Persons interviewed during this inquiry who are acquainted with Miss Berlow's close relatives advised they. are reputable individuals. Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate credit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Miss Berlow. Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Miss Berlow or her close relatives. Miscellaneous On a Standard Form 86, Security Investigation Data for Sensitive Position form executed by Miss Berlow on July 5, 1977, she answered "yes" in response to the question "Have you ever had a nervous breakdown or have you ever had medical treatment for a mental condition?" and indicated: “During high school for approximately one year, I voluntarily and intermittently, sought psychiatric counselling. I do not recall the exact dates or the exact duration, if necessary I could try to furnish the dates. The reason for the sessions, which were once or twice a week was rather normal adolescent problems. "In 1976, I again saw a psychiatrist, for approxi- mately six months because I felt that I needed professional help in resolving a relationship I was in at the time. I attended these sessions once a week until September of 1976, when I decided to terminate them as I felt that they were no longer necessary." . ~4- HW 46064 DoclId: 327319659 Page 10
Yvonne Whitfield Briggs Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate credit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information ; concerning Mrs, Briggs. Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mrs. Briggs or her close relatives, except the following: Records of the Identification Division, FBI, contain an Identification record concerning Mrs. Briggs’ former husband, Kester Dewitt Briggs, Sr., which indicates arrests from 1964 to 1975. A copy of this record is attached, v Agency Checks Information has been received from the following governmental agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mrs. Briggs: Bureau of Personnel Investigations, Civil Service Commission; Central Intelligence Agency; Department of Health, Education, and Welfare; Commodity Futures Trading Commission; National Credit Union Administration; Department of the Interior; and the Smithsonian Institution, The central files of the FBI, including the files of the Identification Division, contain no additional pertinent information concerning Mrs. Briggs. Enclosure > 5 = HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 16
; Robert Charles Buras, Jr. Close Relatives In addition to his wife and daughter; mentioned previously, Mr. Buras has the following close relatives: Father Robert C. Buras Chalmette, Louisiana Mother _ Catherine Buras Arabi, Louisiana Persons interviewed during this inquiry who are acquainted with Mr. Buras' close relatives advised they are reputable individuals. Based on the background information furnished by Mr. Buras and on investigation, he has no known close relatives residing in Iron Curtain countries, Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate credit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Buras.: Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr. Buras or his close relatives, except the following: Mr. Buras has indicated he was arrested by the New Orleans, Louisiana, Police Department in 1956 and charged with "fighting," for which he was sentenced to thirty days in jail, which was suspended. He also indicated he was charged with “distrubing the peace," which charge was dismissed. The records of the New Orleans, Louisiana, Police Department reveal Mr. Buras was arrested on October 22, 1956, and charged with "vagrancy," which charge was dismissed on October 23, 1956, HW 46064 DoclId: 32319659 Page i7
. — “ . rn James Harvey Chenoweth The files of the MVA, Glen Burnie, | Maryland, reveal Mr, Chenoweth's daughter, Pamela Chenoweth, received a citation for "speeding" on May 9, 1973, for which she paid a fine of $10, These files also reveal she was arrested in the District of Columbia on April 23, 1976, and charged with “driving while under the influence of alcohol," She subsequently was required by the MVA of Maryland to attend a driver's clinic, No additional information regarding this charge is recorded, Security Clearances Mr. Chenoweth was granted a secret clearance on November 7, 1972, and a top secret clearance on July 13, 1973, by the Department of the Treasury in connection with his employment, These clearances were terminated on July 31, 1975, Agency Checks Information has been received from the following governmental agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr, Chenoweth: Bureau of Personnel Investigations, Civil Service Commission; Central Intelligence Agency; Defense Central Index of Investigations; Office of Security, Department of Justice: and the Office of Security, Department of the Treasury, The central files of the FBI, including the files of the Identification Division, contain no additional pertinent information concerning Mr, Chenoweth, -~ 5 = HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 19
ae HW 46064 a a of —— we ely Bevan Ee “MYER LIES, ~ Mr, Burs: ~-~ Mr. eal ~ Hr. Nobis - Mr. Smith tt et (a! January 27, 1978 BY LIAISON Honorable Louis Stokes Chairman Select Committee on Assassinations United States House of Representatives Washington, D. C. Dear Mr. Chairman: In accordance with a request received from you on December 36, 1977, an inveatigation has been conducted concerning Miss Wendy Susan Collins. Transmitted herewith are two copies of a summary memorandum containing the results of this investigation. Sincerely yours, Clarence M. Kelley Director Enclosures (2) NOTE: Miss Collins is currently a research attorney for the House Select Committee on Assassinations. Investigation omplete and faverable with the exception of one former . employer who would not recommend her, indicating she was abrasive and immature. as . | . AY 3 Rn JESisk£ (VI) . oe’ HANA »” (6). a aah) No iat yy ‘ : : “ay a 4 . We oe ed? se wer 5, » DoclId: 32319659 Page 270
O ae ‘Wendy Susan Collins Employment During summer vacation periods while attending high school and college, Miss Collins was either vacationing or variously employed as a waitress, laborer, intern student, and law clerk in Fitchburg, Westminster, and Boston, Massachusetts. Some of these employments were verified while others were not, due to records being unavailable. January, 1977, to Law firm of Warner and August, 1977 Stackpole, Boston, Massachusetts, as a law clerk December, 1977, to Select Committee on Assassinations, the present ; United States House of Representa- tives, Washington, D, C.,, as a research attorney Marital Status Miss.Collins is divorced and resides at 4515 Gladwyne Drive, Bethesda, Maryland. Records of the Middlesex Superior Court, Cambridge, Massachusetts, indicate that on March 11, 1977, a complaint for divorce was filed by Wendy S, Collins, plaintiff, against David F, Hingston, defendant, on the grounds of cruel and abusive treatment. -The divorce was granted on August 8, 1977. , David F, Hingston, Miss Collins‘ former husband, advised in Woburn, Massachusetts, that he was divorced bv Miss Collins on the grounds of mental cruelty. Mr. Hingston stated that Miss Collins is of good moral character and is temperate in her consumption of alcoholic drinks. He advised, however, that Miss Collins had confided in him that after the divorce she became depressed and had been drinking “somewhat excessively." He stated he was never a witness to this and has no additional information relative to this ‘matter. Mr. Hingston stated that the only derogatory thing he might say about Miss Collins is that she had informed him that she was going to divorce him because he was ~2- HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page ?1
“Wendy Susan Collins "dull and boring." He stated thereafter she continually brought injunctions against him relative to a dog and appliances they had during their Marriage. He advised he had hired attorneys to represent him, but continued court appearances became excessive for him as his job was in jeopardy because of his absences from work to attend court hearings. Therefore, according to Mr. Hingston, he did not contest the divorce. Mr. Hingston stated that on the day of the divorce, he was dismissed from the courtroom on the advice of his own attorney. He stated he was later informed that Miss Collins made allegations that he had beaten her in the past. He stated that this was not true and had he known that these allegations were to be the grounds for divorce, he would have contested the divorce. Mr. Hingston stated that Miss Collins is a bright and industrious individual who is a loyal American citizen and he knows of nothing further of a derogatory nature concerning her. He recommended her for a position of trust and responsibility with the United States Government. Interviews Willard G, McGraw, Jr., Attorney, law firm of Warner and Stackpole, Boston, Massachusetts, advised that he handles the hiring and firing of professional people for the firm. He stated in that capacity, he came into contact with Miss Collins. He advised that from his contact with attorneys in the firm, he was able to determine that Miss Collins’ work was quite satisfactory. Mr. McGraw stated that Miss Collins appeared to be a bright young woman and during the time she was employed with them, she was also going through a divorce. Mr. McGraw advised that he thought this divorce, in his opinion, affected the personality of Miss Collins as there were times when she was quite abrasive and "rubbed people the wrong way." He stated that at that ‘time it was a’cause of some concern to him as to how Miss Collins would fit in with the firm because of this character defect. He advised that while she was employed ‘with them he felt, in his opinion, she needed more maturity. HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 22
C OC “Wendy Susan Collins Mr. McGraw concluded by stating he has no reason not to recommend Miss Collins for a position of trust with the United States Government but feels that he cannot do so. Lawrence Alexander, Attorney, law firm of Warner and Stackpole, Boston, Massachusetts, advised that he knew Miss Collins quite well during her tenure with this firm. Mr. Alexander stated that Miss Collins was friendly, bright, and talented, and that she got along well with all her fellow employees and the other attorneys in the law firm. He stated he knows nothing derogatory concerning her and he would recommend her for a position of trust and responsibility with the United States Government. Twenty-seven additional persons, consisting of current and former supervisors and co-workers, former. neighbors, references, professional associates, and social acquaintances of Miss Collins’, were interviewed and they advised she is a loyal American whose character, reputation, and associates are above reproach. She was described as bright, talented, conscientious, ambitious, industrious, and ‘able. It was stated that Miss Collins is a very stable, trustworthy, and sober individual. Several individuals commented that Miss Collins is easy to get along with and works well with others. They highly recommended her for a position of trust and responsibility. Close Relatives Miss Collins has the following close relatives: Father , y predrick A, Collins, Jr. Fitchburg, Massachusetts . Mother | Ruth Eileen Collins Fitchburg, Massachusetts Brother Michael Lee Collins Leominster, Massachusetts Brother William Brent Collins , Shirley, Massachusetts ~ 4-- HW 46064 DoclId: 32319659 Page 23
Eileen Gail Copeland | Interviews An individual who has requested confidentiality and is employed in a responsible position by the Board of Education, Enid, Oklahoma, advised she was acquainted with Mrs. Copeland on a professional basis during the period Mrs. Copeland was employed as a teacher in Enid, Oklahoma. ; She said she served in a supervisory capacity to Mrs. Copeland F during this period. She described Mrs. Copeland as a good teacher who did an excellent job in the classroom and noted no Complaints were ever received from the parents of any of Mrs. Copeland's students while she was a teacher. She said that although she considers Mrs. Copeland to be a good teacher, she considered Mrs. Copeland to have "an air of arrogance" when Mrs. Copeland was dealing with other teachers. She said ‘it was her opinion Mrs. Copeland acted like "Mrs. know-it-all" at teachers' meetings even though Mrs. Copeland was a new teacher. She said she could provide no further examples to support her opinion of Mrs. Copeland's attitude, This individual noted that on one occasion while Mrs. Copeland was employed as a teacher, Mrs. Copeland's husband was scheduled to enlist in the Armed Forces in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on a particular date. She said that on that date, Mrs. Copeland telephonically contacted her for sick leave. She said that although Mrs. Copeland had not abused her sick leave, she did not believe Mrs. Copeland was sick and she later telephoned Mrs. Copeland's home to verify Mrs. Copeland was indeed at home. She said there was no answer at Mrs. Copeland's home and she later challenged Mrs. Copeland concerning her use of sick leave. She said Mrs. Copeland told her she was too sick to come to work; however, she was not too sick to read a book and ride to Oklahoma City with her husband. This individual said she reported this matter to the Board of Education and Mrs. Copeland was removed from. sick leave on that date. She said she is not aware of any other information which would reflect on Mrs. Copeland's character, associates, reputation, or loyalty. She said she would recommend Mrs. Copeland for a position of trust and | responsibility. | HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 24
HW 46064 1 - Mr. Fehl . ° l~ Mr. Hurst 5 1). Mr. Pee th * - Mr. Daly. l - Mr. Flanagan -BY LIATSON Henorable Louis Stokes ‘Chairman Salect Committees on Assassinations United States House of Rapresentatives Washington, Bb. C. fear Mr. Chairman: Ads In accordance with a request received from you on June 16, 19776 an investigation has heen conducted concerning Mrs. @ileen Gail Copeland. Transmitted herewith are two copies of a summary memorandum containing S i * i the results ef this investigation. Sincerely yours, Clarence M. Kelley Directer Pa Enclosures (2) NOTE: Mrs. Copeland is employed as a secretary by the Select Committee on Assassinations, United States House of Representa- tives, Washington, D. C. Investigation complete and favorable. except for one former supervisor who said she considers Mrs. Copeland to have an air of arrogance during the period she was acquainted with her and noted that on one occasion Mrs. Copeland abused her sick leave privilege. MEF rksw (IX) (7) IOWA DoclId: 32319659 Page 25
ee - cee ee ee ee ene Select oe ers ittee Qn Ausaseinations United States House of Representatives Vashingten, D. Ss in eccordance with « re re es ¢ received from you . L977, an investigation has been conduct: coples of % Summary memorandum containing the resuits of this investigation. = . Shen a check of the court records in Baltimore, Maryland, concerning Mr. Cullings' father, Alte C. Cullings, has been completed, you will be advised, Clarence @. Kelley . | Director Enclosures (2) NOTE: Since September, 1977, Mr. Cullings has been an investigator <or the Select Committee on Assassinations, United States House of. Representatives. His father was arrested by Baltimore City Police Department in September, 1966, and December, 1976, and charged with “larceny,” and @ “handgun violation;'! respectively. tr. Cullings' father and a brother have numerous traffic citations. Investigation otherwide favorable, witha check of court records concerning tr. Cullings" father outstanding. (3) POOO™ DoclId: 32319659 Page 276
Jerome Alto Cullings Close Relatives Mr. Cullings' mother, Anna M. Cullings, is deceased. In addition to his wife and children, mentioned previously, Mr. Cullings has the following living close relatives who all reside in Baltimore, Maryland: Father | Alto C. Cullings Brother | John F. Cullings . Brother Kenneth E. Cullings Brother Eric A. Cullings Sister - Patricia Cullings Wilkens Persons interviewed during this inquiry who are acquainted with Mr. Cullings' close relatives advised they are reputable individuals. Based on the background information furnished by Mr. Cullings and on investigation, he has no known close relatives residing in Iron Curtain countries. Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate credit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record , or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Cullings, except the following: The records of the University National Bank, Rockville, Maryland, reveal Mr. Cullings obtained a loan on July 27, 1976, in the amount of $17,271.60, for the purpose of installing a swimming pool. These records indicated eleven payments of $143.93, per payment, were made on the aforementioned loan. These records further indicated sixteen late payment notices were sent to Mr. Cullings in connection with this loan and late ; charges totalling $47.20 are outstanding for delinquent payments. A balance of $15,688.37 remains outstanding on this loan. No additional information is available concerning the aforementioned loan. HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 27
Jerome Alto Cullings Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr. Cullings or his close relatives, except the following: The records of the Baltimore City Police Department, Baltimore, Maryland, reveal Mr. Cullings' father, Alto C. Cullings, was arrested on September 14, 1960, and charged with "larceny."' On September 15, ' 1960, he paid a fine and court costs totalling $51.45 for this charge. These records also reveal on October 27, 1976, two females, who were not further identified, were arrested while driving a 1976 Mercury bearing Maryland license 593AEH, and charged . with "possession of heroin;’ and "a handgun violation.'"' In December, 1976, the exact date was not indicated, Mr. Cullings' father, Alto C. Cullings, the registered owner of the aforementioned vehicle, turned himself in to the Baltimore City Police Department and admitted possession of the handgun, which was connected with the aforementioned arrest of the two females. He was charged with "a handgun violation," which charge was stet processus. No additional information is. available concerning this incident. The records of the Motor Vehicle Administration, Baltimore, Maryland, reveal Mr. Cullings' father, Alto C. Cullings, was cited during the period ‘from January, 1965, to February, 1977, for "failure to use reasonable care," “improper passing," "no registration card in his possession," "improper . turn," "failure to obey a traffic device," and on four occasions, for "speeding." He paid fines totalling $180 for these charges. Mr. Cullings' brother, Kenneth E. Cullings, was cited during the period from November, 1967, to December, 1976, for "negligent driving," "stop sign violation,"' and "speeding," on five occasions. He’ paid fines totalling $93 for these charges. - 4 = - — eee - _ —— : | HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 23
saad 4 ‘Honorable Louis Stokes aan NOTE: Day recently employed as investigator, Select Committee on Assassinations, United States House of Representatives, Washington, D. C. Employed 1954 to 1977, as police officer - with Metropolitan Police Department, Washington, D. C. Day has one credit account in collection status. One assault charge, ‘which was dismissed, located for Day. Four arrests located for son, Lawrence, on charges including murder, robbery while armed, and assault with a deadly weapon (gun). Two cases still pending and $25,000 surety bond set. Son, Lawrence, currently incarcerated D. C. jail. Investigation otherwise favorable and complete. \ YAWSS HW 46064 DoclId: 32319659 Page 29
\ a . — Clarence Joseph. Day | Poe Close Relatives Mr. Day's parents, Robert W. and Victorine Day, and brother, Robert W. Day, Jr., are deceased, In addition to his wife "and children, mentioned previously, Mr. Day has the following living close. relatives; Son ‘Lawrence Thomas Day - Washington, D. C. Daughter 7 Francine Victor Matthews pO Laurel, Maryland Brother Lawrence Dumbar Day Alexandria, Virginia Brother | Quentin French Day Washington, D. C. Brother Fredinand Taylor Day > Alexandria, Virginia Brother George William Day Silver Spring, Maryland Sister | Mary Victorine Stokes Alexandria, Virginia Persons interviewed during this inquiry who are acquainted with Mr. Day’s close relatives advised they are reputable individuals, Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate credit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Day, except the following: Records of the Credit Bureau, Incorporated, Washington, D. C., indicate Mr. Day has a delinquent credit account with the Hecht Company, Incorporated, Washington, D. C. ‘ : HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 30
Clarence Joseph Day A representative of the Hecht Company, Incorporated, Washington, D. C., advised Mr, Day's account was opened in 1968, and his high credit amount was $656. He "said Mr. Day has failed to make payments for ‘ the past four months and is delinquent in the amount of $166, He further stated the account's balance as of June, 1977, is $455.25, and the account is currently in collection status, Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr. Day or his close relatives, except the following: Records of the Metropolitan Police Depart- s ment, Washington, D. C., indicate Mr. Day was suspended without pay on June 23, 1954, when his wife filed a complaint charging him with assault. The charges were dismissed, and Mr. Day was reinstated. No further action was taken, These records also indicate Mr, Day's son, Lawrence Thomas Day, was arrested on July 16, 1975, on a charge of fugitive from justice. No additional information is contained in the records concerning this arrest. These records indicate further that Mr. Day's son was arrested on September 21, 1976, on charges of assault with intent to kill and assault with intent while armed, On September 22, 1976, these charges were — no papered and nolle prosequi, respectively. He was also arrested on November 4, 1976, on charges including burglary, robbery while armed, and assault with a deadly weapon (knife). These charges are still pending. He was arrested again on December 17, 1976, on charges including murder, robbery while armed, and assault with a deadly weapon (gun). These charges are still pending. A $25,000 surety bond has been set for the December 17, * . . , ‘a -4- ee we eee ee eee ee ~— a HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 31
Clarence Joseph Day 1976, charges, and Lawrence Thomas Day is currently incarcerated in the District of Columbia jail, Washington, D.C. Agency Checks Information has been received from the following governmental agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Day: Bureau of Personnel Investigations, Civil Service Commission; Defense Central Index of Investigations; Office of Security, Interstate Commerce Commission; and the Office of Personnel Security, United States Postal Service, The central files of the FBI, including the files of the Identification Division, contain no additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Day. -~5- DoclId: 327319659 Page 32
& 9 Vo | Tt ’ ¥, . ‘ a . eo. ee . * i - ie. Monahan QO. lr. Hure : Peele an iE. Dal i - . , 1 = Mr. Dente . : _, September 30, 1977 Honorable Louis Stokes. Chairman Select Comittee on Assassi United States House ef Representa entatives Washington, D.. Cs in accordance with a request received from you on Septenber ly. 1977, an tnvestigation has been conducted herewith are two copies of @ sumary memorandum containing the results of this investigatior PID:rap (rx) . <7) NOTE: Mr. Delsa has. been employed by. the New Orleans, Lod Police Department since August, 1964, initially (2 as a Satrolman and eventually as a detective. Since August, 7, he has served as an investigator for the Select Committee on  isadsoinations. Mr. Delsa and other members of the New Orlenns Police Department were subjects of six Civil Rights investigations by the Bureau. These matters were presented to the United States Attorney, who adyised they lacked prosecutive merit. He received a forty-five day suspension in September, 1970, for drinkibe on duty. Investi- gation otherwise faygrable and. complete. wy DN\AWYAQ, v HW 46064 DoclId: 32319659 Page 33
atis = 4 Oo" chee Ae -.are two copies of a sumnary ES ae oc tee When the results of this check and additional interviews Monahan Hurst Pealman Daly Spangler Smith f* lL vr. 7s , i — ‘Mr ry G)- mr. L Mr. 1 Mr. l-- Mr. se on September 27, 1977 BY LIAISON Honorable Louis Stokes Chairman oo Select Comittee on Assassinations United States House of Representatives Washington, D. f. i Dear Hr. Chairman: In accordance with a request received from you on August 24, 1977, an investigation has been conducted concerning Hiss Marjovie Ann Eaqle. Tranamitted herewith j memorandum containing the results of this investigation. An applicant~typé invastigation was conducted concerning Miss Eagle in 19848. The results of that investigation as well as the results of the current investigation are included in the enclosed sunmary momorandiun. The Department of State hes advised that a check of its files concerning Miss Eagle has not been completed. have been received, you will be advised. Sincerely yours, Clarence NM. Kelley Director Enclosures (2) - 7 Note: Miss Eagle is currently a secretary for the House Select Committee on Assassinations. Investigation generally favorable except one former supervisor stated she had excessive absences. One agency check and interviews outstanding. JES :skf£ (IX) (8) PAWS HW 46064 DoclId: 32319659 Page 36
c . Marjorie Ann Eagle September, 1963, to December, 1963 January, 1964, to September, 1966 October, 1966, to May, 1972 May, 1972, to July, 1972 August, 1972, to September, 1972 October, 1972, to September, 1975 October, 1975, to December, 1976 Miss Eagle has indicated that she was unemployed upon her return to the United States, due to an allergy and resided in Alexandria, Virginia. Potomac Temporaries, Incor- porated, Arlington, Virginia, as a secretary on a part-time basis. Records concerning this employment are not available and it was not verified. Self-employed, Alexandria, “Virginia, operating her own secretarial service specializing in mass mailings United Way of America, Alexandria, Virginia, as an administrative assistant Miss Eagle has indicated she was unemployed and residing in Alexandria, Virginia Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Washington, D, C., as a secretary . “Select Committee on Aging, United States House of Representatives, Washington, D., C., as a secretary An individual who has requested confidentiality and who was in a position to observe Miss Eagle on a professional basis while she was employed with the Select ; Committee on Aging advised there was an excessive number ; -3- eo une. HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 37
Marjorie Ann Eagle of absences in which Miss Eagle told him she "just did not want to come to work" and apparently was not really sick. This individual stated Miss Eagle's work was good, but Since there were few deadlines that. Miss Eagle had to meet with the Select Committee on Aging, it was difficult to determine what production level she was capable of producing. This individual described her as being a loyal American whose character, reputation and associates are good. This individual would recommend Miss Eagle for a position with the United States Government if the prospective supervisor was aware of this situation, but this individual himself would not hire her. December, 1976, to Miss Eagle has advised that May, 1977 during this time period she was unemployed and residing in Alexandria, Virginia, June, 1977, to Select Committee on Assassina- the present | tions, United States House of Representatives, Washington, dD. C., as a secretary Marital Status ‘Miss Eagle is unmarried and resides at 301 North Beauregard Street, Alexandria, Virginia. Interviews During the 1948 investigation concerning Miss Eagle, an individual who requested confidentiality and who said he worked with Miss Eagle at the Department of State, Paris, France, stated that her moral reputation there was not good and that she had had an affair, followed by a pregnancy and abortion. This individual would not be more specific but indicated that this one affair was not the sole instance which caused him to state that her reputation was poor. This individual stated Miss Eagle was very abrupt and often discourteous and lacked the mechani- cal skills of her grade. This individual classed her as ~ a mediocre employee. | nn nnESTesreres--cc———=—cc——o-ono—— ee - woe eee HW 46064 DoclId: 327319659 Page 38
f ¥ oN Honorable Louis Stokes NOTE: Eccles recently employed as investigator, Select Conmittee on Assassinations, United States House of Representatives, Washington, D. C. Two arrests located for sister, Amanda Wharton, and one arrest located for sister, Bobed Murray. One traffic cita- tion each located for brothers, Dallas and Willie. . Investigation otherwise favorable. One agency check outstanding. TR RAS SQSASD HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 39
. q Franklin Leroy Eccles . Brother George Edward Eccles Norfolk, Virginia Sister Martha Savannah Mock Winston-Salem, North Carolina Brother Willie Smith Eccles. Winston-Salem, North Carolina Brother . Willis Wharton Eccles Winston-Salem, North Carolina Brother _ Dallas Cranwood Eccles . Clemmons, North Carolina Sister Bobed Murray Winston-Salem, North Carolina Brother | David Lybrooks Eccles Columbia, Maryland Persons interviewed during this inquiry who are. acquainted with Mr. Eccles' close relatives advised they are reputable individuals, . Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate credit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Eccles, Information has been received from appropriate. law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr, Eccles or his close relatives, except the following: . Records of the Police Department, Winston-_ Salem, North Carolina, indicate Mr, Eccles’ sister, Amanda Wharton, was arrested on October 19, 1953, on a charge of violation - of the automobile laws, and paid a fine, the amount of which is not contained in the records, She was also arrested on ‘ November 14, 1969, on a charge of assault, that is, striking another person, and this charge was dismissed. -~4- ——— ———_— ——— : et - wee nee HW 46064 Docld: 32319659 Page 40
Franklin LeRoy Eccles These records also indicate Mr, Eccles’. sister, Bobed Murray, was arrested on January 1, 1977, on a charge of simple assault and battery, that is, striking another person, and this charge was ~~ voluntarily dismissed, Records of the Forsyth County District Court, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, indicate Mr, Eccles' brother, Dallas Cranwood Eccles, was cited on January 16, 1964, for defective equipment and slick | tires, and paid a fine, the amount of which is not contained in the records, These records also indicate Mr, Eccles’ brother, Willie Smith Eccles, was cited on February 17, 1972, for failure to follow directional markers, and paid a fine, the amount of which is not con- tained in the records, Agency Checks Information has been received from the following governmental agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr, Eccles: Bureau of Personnel Investigations, Civil Service Commission; Central Intelligence Agency; Defense Central Index of Investi- gations; and the Defense Investigative Service, a The central files of the FBI, including the files of the Identification Division, contain no additional per- - | tinent information concerning Mr. Eccles, c i HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 41
Michael Ewing Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr. Ewing or his close relatives, except the following: Records of the Metropolitan Police Department, Washington, D. C., disclose that Mr. Ewing was arrested on October 26, 1971, on the charge of disorderly conduct (sitting in a roadway with a crowd blocking traffic) and forfeited a $25 bond. Agency ‘Checks Information has been received from ‘the Bureau of Personnel Investigations, Civil Service Commission, indicating its files contain no record concerning Mr. Ewing. The central files of the FBI, including the files of the Identification Division, contain no additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Ewing. EEE ~ -- ~~~ HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 42
Gaeton Joseph Fonzi of Mr, Fonzi's, were interviewed and they advised he is a loyal American whose character, reputation, and associates are above reproach, He was described as articulate, intelligent, dedicated, responsible, and hardworking, It was stated he is a very thorough and dedicated investigative reporter and journalist, They highly recommended him for a position of trust and responsibility, Close Relatives . Mr, Fonzi's parents, Gaetano and Leonore Fonzi, are,deceased, Mr, Fonzi has no living close relatives, other than his wife and children, mentioned previously, . Persons interviewed during this inquiry who are acquainted with Mr, Fonzi'ts wife and children advised they are reputable individuals, | Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate credit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr, Fonzi, Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr, Fonzi or his close relatives, except the following: The files of the Miami Beach, Florida, Police Department reveal Mr, Fonzi's son, Guy Fonzi, was arrested on July 23, 1975, for "breaking and entering a vending machine," The disposition is recorded as "turned over to juvenile court," Security Clearance Mr, Fonzi was granted a secret clearance on May 14, 1965, by the Department of the Army, This clearance was terminated on April 30, 1972, a 2 3 = HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 43
Mste = Arseayerk sr. 4 t ‘Mr. Monahan Mr. Pealinan - Mx. Hotis 1 - Mr. Burst 1 ~ Mr. Flanagan Secember 6, 1977 ¢ ad F PAY a re 5 BY LIATSOU Xo Honorable: Leuis Stokes oo Chairman Sélect Committee on Assassinationg United States House of Representatives. Washington, —. C, Dear Mr. Chairman: Reference is made te my letters dated July 26, 1977 ; august &, 1377, and September 13, 1977, which furnished you the results of investigation concerning Mr. Donevan Lamar Gay transmitted herewith are two copies of a summary memorandum containing | the results of additional investigation conducted {nm this matter, This completes the investigation in thie matter. Sincerely yours, Clarence M. Kelley Director Enclosures (10) NOTE: Chairman of above committee and CIA requested it be ~ ascertained if Mr. Gay still has outstanding indebtness. to Walker's, Incorporated; District of Columbia Government; and in connection with a $290 student loan. Investigation disclosed previously reported debts still outstanding and. that Mr. Gay also owes District of Columbia Government additional taxes tetaling $748.25 not previously. reponted. Investigation complete. MEF:ejy (IX) (7) 7 QYAQ sehierrertec "Set turfs 2) aR Soa to eee ~ - ee ~ ee HW 46064 Do eld:32319659 Page 44
al UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE _ FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 December 6, 1977 DONOVAN LAMAR GAY The information in this summary memorandum supplements the information contained in: summary memoranda . dated July 26, 1977, August 8, 1977, and September 13, 1977, Indebtedness _ On pages 3 and 4 of the summary memorandum dated July 26, 1977, it was indicated Mr. Gay owed $516.50 to Walker's, Inconporated, Dayton, Ohio, - Carol Jackson, Credit Manager, Walker's Incorporated, Dayton, Ohio, advised that sometime during the end of October, 1977, Mr. Gay telephonically contacted Walker's and requested the balance due on his account, She said Mr, Gay was informed the balance due was $516.50 and that Mr, Gay advised he would send Walker's a check to clear up this indebtedness, She said that as of the close of business on _ November 22, 1977, no check has been received from Mr, Gay. ' . On. page 7 of the summary memorandum dated July 26, 1977, it was indicated Mr, Gay has as outstanding debt of $226.20 from an original debt of $290 and that this debt is based on a student loan granted to Mr, Gay while he was a student at the University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, ‘ . Mrs, Nancy Graft, Credit Manager, Bursar's Office, University of Dayton, advised her records indicate Mr, Gay owes $226.20 from an original debt of $290 on a National Direct Student Loan Number 0168004643-A, She said this loan ‘is held by the American National Bank and Trust Company, Chicago, Illinois, She said this debt was assigned for collection to the Financial Collection Association, location unknown, on an unspecified date, oo Mary Jane Egan, Administrative Assistant, American | National Bank and Trust Company, Chicago, Illinois, advised | a this bank administers the National Direct Student Loan Program for the University of Dayton, She said it is the university and not this bank which makes the loans to the students, FBI/DOy ee — == - le ee HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 45
HW 46064 Donovan Lamar Gay 4 She said National Direct Student Loan Number 0168004643-A is a loan the University of Dayton made to Mr, Gay. She said the bank is not legally permitted to furnish any information concerning Mr, Gay's loan; however, information furnished by the Univeristy of Dayton concerning Mr, Gay's loan wound be correct, Robert Jordon, Collection Agent, Financial Collection Agencies, Cincinnati, Ohio, advised that in July, 1974, his firm was assigned Mr, Gay's delinquent National Direct Student Loan for collection, He said this indebtedness is currently _ $350.90, consistent of the original loan of $290 plus accrued interest of $60,990, He said that when his firm received this delinquent loan in July, 1974, contact was made with Mr, Gay's mother in Dayton, Ohio, He said Mr, Gay's mother advised his firm she had no idea of Mr, Gay's whereabouts, Mr, Jordon said that following this conversation, his firm sent a notice of delinquency to Mr, Gay at the home of his mother, He said this mail was subsequently returned by the United States Postal Service marked "'addressee unknown,"' He said no further efforts were made to collect this loan, Oo The day following the afocement ioned interview, Mr, Jordon contacted the FBI to report that following his interview, he had telephonically contacted Mr, Gay's mother in Dayton, Ohio, on the morning of November 22, 1977, to obtain Mr, Gay's address, He said Mr, Gay's mother refused. to disclose Mr, Gay's current whereabouts and disclaimed any indebtedness by Mr, Gay. He said that later in this day, he was telephonically contacted by an individual identifying himself as Mr, Gay's brother, Ted, and then by an individual identifying himself as Mr, Gay. He said that both of these individuals told him to leave their mother alone and to let matters lie concerning Mr, Gay's indebtedness, Ye said the individual identifying himself as Mr, Gay acknowledged his indebtedness | and refused to pay this loan noting to Mr. Jordon that it -would cost the firm more than $350 to collect this delinquent loan, Mr, Jordon said his firm is now prepared to sue Mr, Gay and/or Mr. Gay's father, who is the co-signer for this delinquent loan, DoclId: 32319659 Page 46
4 Donovan Lamar Gay On page 2 of the summary memorandum dated September 13, 1977, it was indicated that the records of the ; Office of the Recorder of Deeds, District of Columbia Govern- ment, Washington, D, C., contain a Certificate of Delinquent Taxes, dated June 28, 1972, which indicates Jeans and Things, Incorporated, and its President, Mr, Gay, owe $815.82 in sales taxes, penalties, and interest for the period from December, 1971, to March, 1972, and that the records also. . ‘contain a second Certificate of Delinquent Taxes dated June 20, 1972, which indicates Jeans and Things, Incorporated, . oves: $170, 34 in personal property taxes, On November 28, 1977, the records of this office were rechecked, The records indicate both of these items are still. delinquent ‘and it was noted that the second certificate is dated June 28, 1972, and not June 20, 1972, Copies of these certificates are enclosed, A recheck of the records of this office disclosed they contain a third Certificate of Delinquent Taxes dated May 23, 1975, which indicates Jeans and Things, Incorporated, and its President, Mr, Gay, owe $644,24 in sales and withholding taxes, penalties, and interest for the period from October, 1971, to March, 1972, These records also contain _a fourth Certificate of Delinquent Taxes dated May 23, 1975, _which indicates Jeans and Things, Incorporated, owes corporation taxes of $104.01 for _December, 1971, and December, 1972, Copies of these certificates are enclosed, ‘It is noted. that the certificates list the defendants as "Jeans N Things, Incorporated, 214 7th Street, Southeast, Washington, D, C,, 20003" and the President of this firm as "Donovan L, Gray. " On August 31, 1977, Mr, Gay telephonically advised he was the owner of Jeans and Things, Incorporated, 214 7th Street, Southeast, Washington, D. C., from March, 1971, to . May, 1972, He said that originally his brother, ~Theodis Regina’d Gay, and two other individuals were his - partners in this firm; however, they had subsequently resigned their positions leaving him as the sole owner, Enclosures (4) HW 46064 DoclId: 32319659 Page 47
HW 46064 © UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 September 13, 1977 DONOVAN LAMAR GAY The information in this summary memorandum ‘Supplements the information contained in Summary memoranda dated July 26, 1977, and August 8, 1977. Miscellaneous The records of the Tax Division, Superior Court of the’ District of Columbia, Washington, D. C., indicate that on June 13, 1972, the Corporation Counsel for the District of Columbia Government filed a four-count information charging Mr. Gay with failure to file and pay the District of Columbia sales tax for his business, Jeans and Things, Incorporated, for the period from December, 1971, to March, 1972, The _ records indicate Mr. Gay pled puilty. to one count of the four-_ count infox rmation on June 27, 1972, for which he paid a fine of $100. The other three counts of this information were nol- ~prossed. These records also indicate that on June 13, 1972, the Corporation Counsel for the District of Columbia. Government filed a four count information charging Jeans and Things, _Incorporated, by and through its President, Mr. Gay, with failure to file and pay the District of Columbia sales tax. for the period from December, 1971, to March, 1972. The records indicate __ a Mr. Gay pled’ guilty. to one count of the four-count indictment. ae on June 27, 1972, for which he was fined $100, “execution of which was Suspended contingent upon Mr. Gay's fulfilling pro=- |. bation of one year with the condition Mr. Gay file and pay all. future taxes in a timely manner, and that he set up a payment schedute for payment of the delinquent taxes owed by his firm. The records contain no additional pertinent information con- cerning this matter. _ . : FBI/DOJ DoclId: 327319659 Page 458
O 0 Donovan Lamar Gay The records of the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, District of Columbia Government, Washington, D. C., contain a Certificate of Delinquent Taxes dated June 28, 1972, which indicates Jeans and Things, Incorporated, and its President, Mr. Gay, owe $815.82 in sales taxes, penalties, and interest for the period from December, 1971, to March, 1972 The records also contain a second Certifi- cate of Delinquent Taxes dated June 20, 1972, which indicates Jeans and Things, Incorporated, owes $170. 34 in personal property taxes. These records indicate the aforementioned taxes are still outstanding and contain no additional pertinent information concerning this matter. HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 49
Wid yo emt 8 . ered ‘ s %, . _ ‘Honorable Louis Stokes Z NOTE: Reverend George Barrett, former Vice President, University of Dayton, Dayton, Chio, is reluctant to recommend Mr. Gay because Mr. Gay abused his expense account as Director of Brack Studies; and the university had to withhold Mr. Gay’ s wages in order to satisfy a delinquent account of Mr. Gay's, Mr. Gay reportedly was fined $100 in July, 1972,.for failure to pay Washington, D. C., sales tax. Review of appropriate court records concerning this fine is still outstanding. Tos : ne - ot HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 50 LAMSS
COC 6 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION “WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 August 8, 1977 DONOVAN LAMAR GAY oo The information in this summary memorandum supplements the information contained in a summary memo- randum dated July: 26, 1977. Interview Reverend George Barrett, President, Bergamo . Center, and former Vice President, University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, advised he was acquainted with Mr. Gay _while Mr. Gay was a student at the University of Dayton and Director of Black Studies. He described Mr, Gay as a "smooth operator" who was chosen by black students at this university as leader of the Black Action Through Unity, a student organization, He said that when the university started a black studies program, Mr. Gay was selected by the black students to be Director, and ~ Mr, Gay's selection was subsequently approved "by the . university's Presidential Committee, He said he did not approve of Mr. Gay's selection because he did not believe Mr. Gay had the. necessary background, experience, or education for this position; however, the committee overruled him, He said he also disagreed with the committee's decision to pay Mr. Gay a high salary and provide him with a good expense account, Father Barrett said Mr. Gay set up a black studies program, and, in his opinion, did a fair job as Director; however, he said Mr. Gay abused his expense account by trying to charge Dayton motel and eating | expenses to the university. He said he refused to approve | . these personal expenditures of Mr. Gay's. He noted it was ‘ mecessary for the University of Dayton to withhold Mr, Gay's *. wages as Director of Black Studies in order to satisfy a | ; delinquent account of Mr. Gay's resulting from a short- term tuition loan granted to Mr. Gay by the university. - FBI/DOYJ HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 51
C 7 | 7 | O #6 af Donovan Lamar Gay He said he would not question Mr. Gay" s loyalty or asso- ciates; however, he would rather not comment concerning Mr. Gay’s character or reputation. He said that based upon the aforementioned facts, he would not rehire Mr, Gay . . and is reluctant to recommend Mr Gay for a position of . trust and ‘confidence, Agency. Check - ‘The records of the veterans Administration ‘indicate Mr. Gay was discharged from the United States Marine Corps on April 11, 1969, after a United States Navy medical review board. recommended his discharge because of an "aberrant _ pancreas, stomach (not aggravated by service), and a - duodenal ulcer, healed (line of duty, not misconduct)," On May 20, “1970, the Veterans Administration rated Mr. Gay's disability. as thirty percent and made this disability -- retroactive to April 12, 1969, The records indicate this rating was changed to ten percent on January 28, 1976, due . to "remission of symptoms," and continues to remain at this | rate of disability. HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 52
N ay = r 4 4 2 . “Honorable Louis Stokes NOTE: Mr. Gay is employed as’ Research Director by the Select Committee on Assassinations, United States House of Representatives, Washington, D: C. A former employer would not recommend Mr. Gay because he still owes his firm , $516.50 from when he was a salesman in the 1960's. . Two individual associates with the University of Dayton, would . not recommend Mr. Gay because of his performance while he was director of Black Studies for the university. One agency check and additional inquiries outstanding. ee ce IAEVQ\SO - HW 46064 DoclId: 327319659 Page 53 oe
me HW 46064 ‘Donovan Lamar Gay until November 12, 1967, when he was honorably discharged as a private in order to enlist in the United States Marine Corps. He enlisted in and served on active duty with the United States Marine Corps from November 13, 1967, to April 11, 1969, when he was honorably discharged as a lance corporal by reason of a physical disability which existed prior to service due to “aberrant pancreas, stomach, symptomatic." His service record is clear. - Employment. June, 1963, to July, 1964 May, 1964, to July, 1964; January, 1965, to August, 1965; February, 1967, to March, 1967; June, 1967, to October, 1967; April, 1969, to May, 1969; and August, 1969, to September, 1969 Christmas Season of 1964; and April, 1965, to June, 1965 June, 1965, to September, 1965 October, 1965, to November, 1967 January, 1970, to October, 1970 Alber's. Supermarket, Dayton, Ohio, as a clerk and cashier on a part-time and full-time basis Delco Products, Incorporated, Dayton, Ohio, as a production worker on a part-time and full- time basis - Metropolitan Clothing, Dayton, Ohio, as a salesman on a part- time and full-time basis Rike's Department Store, Dayton, Ohio, as a salesman Walker's, Incorporated, Dayton, Ohio, as a salesman on a part- time and full-time basis University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, initially as Director of Black Studies and eventually as Coordinator of Black Studies DoclId: 32319659 Page 54
O OC) Donovan Lamar Gay March, 1971, to — Jeans and Things, Incorporated, May, 1972 Washington, D. C., as proprietor, This employment could not be veri- fied through records; however, one individual was interviewed ‘ who recalls his having been so employed, _. January, 1973, to Capitol Hill art and Frame Company, September, 1973 Washington, D. C., as a framer October, 1973, to . Library of Congress, Washington, January, 1976 D. C., as an analyst: January, 1976, to . Congressional Black Caucus, September, 1976 United States House of Representa- tives, Washington, D, C., as Research Director October, 1976, to Select Committee on Assassinations, the present United States House of Representa- tives, Washington, D,. C., as . Chief Researcher , Marital Status Mr. Gay is married to the former Ann Roberta Chambers, They reside at 321 F Street, Northeast, Washington, D.C. Interviews Glen Waltrip, Chairman, Walker's, Incorporated, Dayton, Ohio, advised Mr. Gay was employed by his firm from October, 1965, to November, 1967, as a salesman on a part~ time basis, except during the summer months when he was employed on a full-time basis. He said that as a salesman, Mr. Gay was honest, dependable, trustworthy, and always made a neat appearance, He said Mr. Gay was punctual, courteous to customers, and he was a good salesman, He noted that he had extended Mr. Gay approximately $800 in credit in order to purchase clothing while Mr. Gay was employed as a salesman, and that Mr.’ Gay still owes this firm $516.50, He said % that neither he nor the firm has heard from Mr, Gay in many years concerning this outstanding debt. He said that based -3- | <a HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 55
Donovan Lamar Gay . upon Mr. Gay's indebtedness to the firm, he could not favorably comment on Mr, Gay's character and reputation, and he would not recommend Mr. Gay for a position of trust and responsibility. Robert E, Donovan, Director, Metro Center, and former Registrar, University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, advised he was acquainted with Mr. Gay while Mr. Gay was a student at this university and Director of Black Studies. He said Mr. Gay "conned" himself into the position of Director of Black Studies by falsely claiming he had a degree from a university in California, He said he does not consider Mr. Gay to be honest or trustworthy because while Mr, Gay was Director of Black Studies at this university, Mr. Gay reportedly used an excessive amount of university funds in his capacity as Director of Black Studies for personal travel throughout the United States, He said Reverend George Barrett, former Vice President of this university, would be in a better position to furnish additional information concerning this matter, Mr. Donovan said he recalls receiving a telephone call in approximately 1971 from the Registrar of the University of Michigan who was inquiring concerning Mr. Gay. He said the Registrar, whose name he does not recall, ; indicated Mr. Gay was being considered for a position with the University of Michigan, and Mr. Gay claimed he was a graduate from the University of Dayton. He said he checked the university's records and verified Mr. Gay had not graduated and furnished this information to this individual. He said that based upon the aforementioned facts, he would not recommend Mr, Gay for a position of trust and responsi- bility. An individual who has requested confidentiality and is employed in a responsible position by the University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, advised he was acquainted with Mr, ‘Gay while Mr. Gay was a student and Director of Black Studies at this university. He described Mr. Gay as an energetic, forceful, and determined young black man, who took advantage of the turmoil on campuses among blacks in the late 1960's, He explained when Mr. Gay was being considered for the position of Director of Black Studies, Mr. Gay claimed he %y had a degree from a university in California and was a ~4.- _—————— HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 56
_ Donovan Lamar Gay senior of the University of Dayton, when he was actually a sophomore, He said Mr. Gay reportedly spent excessive amounts of university funds for personal travel in his capacity as Director of Black Studies, He said Mr. Gay also sued the University of Dayton for defamation of character approximately five years ago, and this case was subsequently "thrown out of court." Details concerning this suit are set forth hereinafter, This individual said the Reverend George Barrett, former Vice President of the University of Dayton, would be more familiar with Mr. Gay's activities, He said he has no reason to question Mr. Gay's loyalty;. however, he does not consider Mr. Gay to be totally honest and trustworthy because of the aforementioned facts and would not recommend Mr. Gay for a position of trust and responsibility. Beryl Bridges, Administrative Assistant, Congres- sional Black Caucus, United States House of Representatives, Washington, D. C., advised she has been acquainted with Mr. Gay socially and professionally for approximately five . years. She described Mr. Gay as an honest, intelligent, and capable individual who has the ability to get along well with others, She said Mr, Gay is a loyal American of excel- lent character, associates, and reputation, She highly | recommended Mr, Gay for a position of trust and responsibility. Ulysses W. Boykin III, Attorney, Detroit, Michigan, advised he has been acquainted with Mr. Gay since they were schoolmates in elementary school in South Carolina. He described Mr, Gay as a mature, polite, intelligent, conscien- tious, and hardworking individual. He commented favorably concerning Mr. Gay's character, associates, reputation, ' and loyalty. He highly recommended Mr, Gay for a position of trust and responsibility. Twenty-six additional persons, consisting of current and former supervisors and co-workers, present and former neigh- bors, references, associates, and social acquaintances of Mr. Gay's, were interviewed. They advised he is a loyal American whose character, reputation, and associates are above reproach, He was described as honest, trustworthy, capable, conscientious, hardworking, and intelligent. It was stated Mr, Gay exhibits a fine attitude toward his work and can be counted on to ‘complete his assignments in a capable manner, ‘ They highly recommended him for a position of trust and responsibility. ~5- HW 46064 Doctld: 32319659 Page 57
HW 46064 Docld:32319659 Page 53 Donovan Lamar Gay Information has been received from appropriate _ law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no record concerning Mr. Gay or his close relatives, except the following: Records of the Dayton, Ohio, Police Department indicate Mr. Gay was cited on four occasions from April 26, 1967, to November 2, 1970, for traffic violations such as "speeding" and “driving through marked lane," for which he paid fines totaling $55 on subsequent dates, 7 Records of the Department of Motor Vehicles, District of Columbia Government, Washington, D. C., indicate Mr, Gay was cited for "speeding" on May 11, 1971, for which he paid an unspecified fine On a subsequent date, Security Clearance | Mr , Gay was granted a secret clearance on February 21, 1975, by the Library of Congress. This clearance is no longer active. Indebtedness The records of the University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, indicate Mr. Gay has an outstanding debt of $226.20 from an original debt of $290. This debt is based on a student loan granted to Mr. Gay while he was a student at this university. - 7 -
( Honorable Louis Stokes NOTE: Giangrasso was fired by House Assassinations. Committee based on information furnished in our previous communication to the committee reporting unsubstantiated allegations by two. individuals that he offered to provide the identity of an . informant in an arson case to one of the subjects for a price. Baltimore AUSA will not render prosecutive opinion until other aspects of FBI ITAR investigation have been resolved. Enclosed summary furnished at request of Staff Director of committee and for purpose of completing their files. . DoclId: 32319659 Page 61
) OO Dominick Kevin Giangrasso Close Relatives In addition to his wife, mentioned previously, - Mr. Giangrasso has the following close relatives, all of whom reside in Baltimore, Maryland: Father a Dominick Anthony Giangrasso Mother Dorothy Inez Matthews Giangrasso Stepsister Mary Agnes Ah] Frank Stepsister Dorothy Francis Gutowski Santucci Based on the background information furnished by. Mr. Giangrasso, and on investigation, he has no known close relatives residing in Iron Curtain countries, Persons interviewed during this inquiry who are acquainted with Mr. Giangrasso's close relatives advised they are reputable individuals. — Credit and Arrest Checks Information has been received from appropriate credit reporting agencies indicating their files contain either no record or no additional pertinent information concerning Mr. Giangrasso. Information has been received from appropriate law enforcement agencies indicating their files contain no _record concerning Mr. Giangrasso or his close relatives, except the following: Records of the Baltimore City Police Department, Baltimore, Maryland, disclose Mr, Giangrasso was arrested on April 26, 1961, for larceny of one thubcap valued at $10. This charge was dismissed, . ~5- rr cere - — “— a mean HW 46064 DoclId: 327319659 Page 62
O 9 9 Oo a o Dominick Kevin Giangrasso Miscellaneous The central files of the FBI disclose the FBI is presently conducting an Interstate Transportation in Aid of Racketeering investigation concerning a December, _ 1976, arson of a clothing warehouse owned by S. Hiken Formal Rentals, Baltimore, Maryland, and other arson matters, During the course of this criminal investigation, information has been developed concerning Mr, Giangrasso who was then employed as a detective with the Baltimore, Maryland, ~ Police Department. It has been alleged by two individuals who have requested confidentiality that around Memorial Day, 1977, Mr. Giangrasso, while employed as a detective with the Baltimore Police Department, approached a long-time friend, Stanley Hiken, proprietor of S. Hiken~Formal Rentals. _ Mr, Giangrasso reportedly advised Stanley Hiken he was being investigated and that Federal and/or state charges would possibly be issued against him concerning the arson of his clothing warehouse, It was further alleged by these individuals Mr. Giangrasso advised Stanley Hiken he was willing to furnish him the name of the individual who was furnishing law enforcement agencies with the facts concerning this arson for a price, amount not stated. Stanley Hiken declined to accept Mr. Giangrasso's offer because he felt he was possibly being set up for law enforcement purposes by Mr. Giangrasso. The Baltimore City Police Department discontinued . _ an internal investigation of Mr. Giangrasso concerning his involvement in aforementioned arson matter when he resigned to accept employment with the Select Committee on Assassina- tions, United States House of Representatives. a HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 63
Dominick Kevin Giangrasso . Daniel F, Goldstein, Assistant United States Attorney, District of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, advised he is unable to render a prosecutive opinion concerning Mr. Giangrasso at this time inasmuch as the matter is still being investigated. He said he will consider prosecuting Mr, Giangrasso for obstruction of justice should the facts _ developed in this matter warrant such charges. Agency Checks Information has been received from the Bureau of Personnel Investigations, Civil Service Commission, _ indicating its files contain no record concerning Mr. Giangrasso,. The central files of the FBI, including the files of the Identification Division, contain no additional perti- nent information concerning Mr. Giangrasso. -7- HW 46064 DBocld:32319659 Page 64
Lo cena! wee HW 46064 1 - Mr. Monahbn &:- Mr. Feel an - Mr. Hu : - Mr. Daly “4 _io- Mr. Spangler 1 - Mr. Dooher September 30, 1977 BY LIAISON Honorable Louis Stokes Chairman Select Committee on Assassinations United States House of Representatives Washington , D. Ce Dear Mr, Chairman: In accordance with a request received from you on September 8, 1977, an appiicant-type investigation 3S currently. being conducted concerning My st 3 g In response to the September 29, 1977, rejuest=of oY G. Robert Blakey, Staff Director, Seleet Committee On Assass- |; - inations, United States House of Representatives, concerning the present status of this investigation, the following inforna~ tion is set forth: . an © \ ~ Lid. The FBI is presently conducting an Interst&te ~ Ns Transportation in Aid of Racketeering investigation concerning \\ a December, 1976, arson of a clothing warehouse owned by &. Hike Formal Rentals, Baltimore, Maryland, and other arson matters. . During the course of this, criminal investigation, information has been developed concerning Mr. Gilangrasso. who was then employed as a detective with the Baitimore, Marviand, Police Department. It has been alleged by two individualeswho have requested confidentiality that around Memorial Day, 1977, | Mr. Giangrasso, while employed as a detective with the Baltimore Police Department, approached a long-time friend, Stanley Hiken, proprietor of S. Hiken Formal Réntals. Mr... Giangrasso reportedly — advised Stanley Hiken he was being investigated and that Federal and or State charges would possibly be issued against him con~ cerning the arson of his clothing warehouse. cea *zamund White, Baltimore Police Officer, and his wife, Theresa | White, -an employee of S. Hiken Formal Rentals, Baltimore, Maryland. MPD:dd (Ix) a | (8) _. SEE NOTE PAGE THREE: WAY DoclId: 32319659 Page 65