preparation of the*‘quarterly report concerning the CPUSA for the quarter ending September 30, 1963. The necessary Manual changes will follow. -° . The contents of this SAC Letter should be brought to the attention of all appropriate Agent personnel so that they will be fully alert to the urgency of this matter. The following offices should submit to the Bureau, by letter under above caption due 30 days from date of this SAC hetter, an analysis of their current coverage of communist activities in the Negro field plus details of their plans for intensifying such coverage: Baltimore, Boston, Chicago,: Cleveland, Detroit, Los Angeles, Newark, New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, St. Louis, San Francisco and Seattle. Also, those 16 offices which are participating in the Counter- intelligence Program on a continuing basis should include in their next monthly letters due at the Bureau by October 15, 1963, any plans they may have to neutralize or disrupt any Party activities in the Negro field. Such information should be set out under the category "Possible Counterintelligence Activity." After submission of -the October. letter, all offices will remain alert for future possible situations involving the Party and the Negro which have disruptive .potential and submit them to the Bureau under the Counterintelligence Program caption. SAC LETTER NO. 63-50 i a enercres | (F) . SUBVERSIVE ORGANIZATION CHARACTERIZATION ~ INTERNAL SECURITY - SAC Letter 63-39 dated August 6, 1963, provided a subversive orgeani- zation, characterization for the Progressive Labor Movement. Set : forth below is an up-to-date characterization of this organization : which replaces the one in SAC Letter 63-39. This thumbnail sketch a also encompasses the Progressive Labor Party and the Movement's publication, "Progressive Labor," which are integral. parts of the entire organization. PROGRESSIVE LABOR PARTY; (@PROGRESSIVE LABOR MOVEMENT; [ "PROGRESSIVE LABOR" - A source advised on July 2, 1962, that Progressive Labor groups held a conference in New York City on July 1, 1962, where Milton Rosen acted as chairman. He read a statement at this con- ference setting forth their intention to form a new Marxist-Leninist Party in the United States. Rosen stated that a more formal organization was necessary, one which would provide a framework for 10/1/63 SAC LETTER NO. 63-50 -~ Hh . ; _NW_55044 DocId:32989526 Page 600
all who wanted to join in a united effort to build an American vanguard. The functions of this new organization are to consolidate all existing forces around Progressive Labor and organize additional forces; expand and improve political activities; win additional forces to .an outlook of Marxism-Leninism and increase the open advocacy of socialism; develop a significant Marxist-Leninist program for the new party; and organize a collective organization of leaders and members. "The Worker," an east coast communist newspaper, issue of January 7, 1962, page 10, column 3, reported the expulsion of Milton Rosen, former labor secretary of the New York State Communist Party, from the Communist Party, USA. A second and third source advised in February, 1963, that this new Marxist-Leninist Party had not yet been organized on a formal basis but that Progressive Labor groups had been formed in several localities in line with proposals of Milton Rosen. The sources advised as of February, 1963, that the Leaders oi this group . were referring to it as the Progressive Labor Movement. The “Amsterdam News,” a daily New York City newspaper, dated July 27, 1963, page 22, set forth that the "Progressive Labor Party is a new political formation based on Progressive Labor Movement, a Socialist organization with groups in all parts of the United States. The organization publishes a monthly magazine called Progressive Labor." . The July-August, 1963, issue of Progressive Labor" set forth that it is published monthly by Progressive Labor Company, G.P.0. Box 808, Brooklyn 1, New York. First Source Second Source is Third Source is All sources utilized in the preparation of the characteri- zation given above should be described as having furnished reliabl=2 10/1/63 SAC LETTER NO. 63-50 -~-5- . MW 35044 Docld: 32959526 Page 601
information in the past. Careful consideration has been given to each source concealed and the source has been concealed only where necessary. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director Enclosures for (D) .J/1/63 SAC LETTER NO. 63-50 - 6 - HW_55044 Docld:32989526 Page 602
In Reply, Please Refer to PERSONAL * NO NUMBER SAC LETTER 63-I UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION October 23, 1963 : WASHINGTON 25, D.C. File No. RE: BUREAU CODES ¢ AFSAM 7 One set of AFSAM 7 key lists for months of December, 1963, January and February, 1964, being forwarded separately to all domestic and foreign offices except Washington Field which will receive none; six copies being furnished Bureau's Emergency Relocation Site; and six copies Seat of Government Code Room. Domestic offices should acknowledge receipt promptly by routing slip and foreign offices by deferred (State Department priority "Routine") cable, indicating serial numbers which appear thereon; return in a sealed envelope to the Bureau, attention FBI Annex, the address label on individual tamper-proofed envelope containing keys even though torn while opening package; and destroy, by burning, each monthly sheet thirty days after last effective date thereof, advising the Bureau promptly, attention FBI Annex, this has been done. It is essential the address label mentioned above be returned in order to control security of shipment. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover — Director MW 35044 Doold: 32809526 Page 603
MW 35044 Docld: 32959526 Page 604 PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 63-59 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to December 10, 1963 WASHINGTON 25, D.c., File No.- (A) EMERGENCY MEDICAL IDENTIFICATION CARDS -~ The American Medical Association has approved the use of a universal symbol to be used as a warning that any individual wearing or carrying it suffers from a physical disability or illness requiring special care such as, diabetes, epilepsy, allergy to certain drugs or medications, et cetera. The symbol may appear on an identification card or be affixed to a bracelet, pin, or similar ornamental device and consists of a hexagon on which has been superimposed a six-sided cross, "the Star of Life, '' on the upright arm of which is a stalf with a serpent entwined about it, "the Staff of Aesculapius. " Although the American Medical Association is unable ‘to state the extent of the use of the symbol, it has and will be given considerable publicity. A facsimile of the front and reverse side of a typical Emergency Medical Identification Card is enclosed. 12/10/63 SAC LETTER NO, 63-59 : (B) NATIONAL ADMINISTRATION INSTITUTE, WASHINGTON, D. C. ‘*POLICE TRAINING -- Bureau has learned that a brochure has been forwarded i to various law enforcement agencies announcing the National Administration Institute (NAI) will present, during 1964, a series of two-week training schools on police subjects for municipal, county, State and Federal law enforcement officers having arrest powers, and for foreign officials having law enforcement duties. This brochure gives no indication who will be connected with NAI; however, it was determined it is apparently a private undertaking by Neal M. Forney, a National Academy graduate no longer active in law enforcement, and has no connection with any law enforcement agency, organization or college. Forney plans to set up his Institute in Washington, D. C., but has indicated he will present instruction in other areas, if requested. Registration for the initial school closes 1/13/64; tuition for each school will be $185. You should make no comment at this time concerning this proposed police training organization, but you should be alert for information regarding Forney and NAI and advise the Bureau promptly. You are again reminded to insure that the police training program of your office is meeting the training needs of local law enforcement in your area.
, (C) “BANK ROBBERY MATTERS #- It has been suggested that bait money used by banks should be made up of used Federal Reserve Notes emanating from Federal Reserve Districts far removed from the area in which the bait money is being used. It is felt this procedure would help our bank robbery investigations in that it would be easier for tellers in other banks to check bills received against lists of stolen bait money. Since each Federal Reserve Note contains a large letter on its face denoting the Federal Reserve District from which it came, and those from districts far removed from locality in question would be received in relatively small volumes, the money used in bait packages could be more easily detected. Accordingly, this proposal is brought to your attention for discussion with appropriate officials of banking institutions within your territory during the normal course of business or in connection with field conferences. 12/10/63 — SAC LETTER NO. 63-59 (D) HOODLUM COVERAGE IN THE GREATER MIAMI, FLORIDA, AREA DURING WINTER SEASON 1963-1964 - CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE PROGRAM -- The Miami Office has been making plans to afford coverage of the activities of out-of-town hoodlums who may visit the Miami area during the coming winter season. These plans include the utilization of informants and sources in places frequented by racketeers and development of information to establish highly confidential investigative techniques, To assist the Miami Office in the prompt establishment of effective coverage on hoodlums and racketeers proceeding to the Miami area, field offices are instructed to furnish to the Miami Office background information, including criminal records, physical descriptions and details of itineraries of such hoodlums. When information is received from highly sensitive sources or informants concerning the travel of any hoodlum, appropriate precautions should be set forth to enable the Miami Office to plan investigative steps which will not jeopardize these sources and informants. Information on travel plans should be forwarded expeditiously by appropriate communication to enabie the Miami Office to have as much notice as possible to provide coverage on the activities of these individuals where facts have been developed indicating the desirability of such coverage. To make coverage more efficient and discreet, the information developed should include identity of associates the traveling hoodlums are expected to meet in the Miami area. All surveillances instituted must be discreet and based on information from which it can logically be inferred that there is a definite, useful objective to be achieved. 12/10/63 SAC LETTER NO, 63-59 -2- Nw 55044 Doold: 32969526 Page 605. i T
All offices should furnish a brief outline to Miami of public source data identifying any of these individuals as racketeers or members of organized criminal groups, such as La Cosa Nostra, to be made available, if necessary, to local law enforcement officials. It should be borne in mind that hoodlums from various parts of the country visiting the Miami area will be renewing associations, reminiscing about past experiences and discussing future plans. This recreation atmosphere should provide better opportunities for our informants and sources to obtain © valuable information in accordance with the objectives of the Criminal Intelligence Program. When notifying the Bureau and Miami Office of the intended travel of hoodlums, each field office should include information on the availability of any highly placed informants in a position to travel to Florida to provide coverage of hoodlum activities. The Bureau will thereafter decide if the travel of a particular informant is warranted. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director Enclosure for (A) ' SAC LETTER NO. 63-59 _3- NW 35044 Doold: 325989526 Page 606
- PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION December 17, 1963 In Reply, Please Refer to > WASHINGTON 25. D. CG File No. ‘ ~ (A) FBIRA MATTER - INTEROFFICE FIREARMS COMPETITION (PPC) 1963 -- I am pleased to announce the results of the 1963 FBIRA-Sponsored ' Interoffice Firearms Competition (PPC). The Tampa Division won the over-all competition with an average score, including handicap, of 101.36 per cent (92. 48 plus 8.88). The "J. Edgar Hoover Practical Pistol Course Trophy" is being sent to Tampa where it will remain until the winner of the 1964 competition is determined. A plaque is also being forwarded to Tampa, which is to be permanently retained by this Division. . . In addition to the over-all winner, plaques for permanent retention will be presented to the second and third place winners, Minneapolis (93. 89 plus 6.71) and Seattle (94.43 plus 6.11) respectively. Again this year Divisions were divided into groups according to agent complement and the office having the highest average, plus handicap, in each is being cited for "Honorable Mention." Excluding the first three place winners, the Divisions winning the citations are as follows: Group 1 - Chicago Group 2 - Cincinnati Group 3 - Memphis , Group 4 - Anchorage The relative standing of each office, according to group, is as follows: ha \29 Aes NW 35044 Docld: 32909526 Page 607 q
Group 1 Group 2 1. Chicago 93.64 99.76 1. Cincinnati 91. 87 2. Newark 92.98 98.96 2. Atlanta 90. 69 3. Los Angeles 92.04 98.82 3. Boston 90.92 4, Miami 90.60 98.29 4, Charlotte 91.76 5. Washington 89.79 97.95 5. Dallas 91.20 6. San Francisco 91.43 97.94 6. Baltimore 89. 87 7. Detroit 91.03 97.57 7. New Orleans 91.57 8. Seatof Government 90.00 97.43 8, Pittsburgh 90. 92 9. Philadelphia 89.29 97.36 9. Kansas City 89.50 10. New York 89.11 96.53 10. Cleveland 87.70 Group 3. Group 4 Net Gross Net 1. Memphis 91.82 99.54 1. Anchorage 97.56 2. San Juan 92.01 99.15 2. Norfolk 91. 80 3. Las Vegas 92.90 98.96 3. Omaha 92.78 4. Buffalo 90.87 98.19 4. Mobile 91. 86 5. Milwaukee 90.24 97.81 5. Portland 92.69 6. Springfield 91.386 97.72 6. Albuquerque 93. 30 7. Houston 89.40 97.66 7. Honolulu 91.76 8. Louisville 90.23 97.61 8. Knoxville 92.56 - 9. Oklahoma City 89.40 97.56 9. San Diego 91. 88 10. Jacksonville 91.94 97.37 10. Little Rock 91.61 11. St, Louis 89.56 97.21 11. Birmingham 90. 26 12. New Haven 91.16 96.95 12. Albany . 89.16 13. Denver 89.53 96.77 138. Salt Lake City 90.70 14, Phoenix 90.61 96.74 14. Butte 89. 12 15. San Antonio 86.99 96.68 15. El Paso 87, 44 16. Indianapolis 90.44 96.63 17. Richmond 88.48 96.51 18. Savannah 88.26 95.65 The 5502 Agents participating in the 1963 competition surpasses last year's participation of 5482. The over-all average was 90.7 per cent which is an indication of the interest and enthusiasm displayed by Agent personnel and is most gratifying. 12/17/63 SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 -2- MW 35044 Docld: 32959526 Page 606
(B)’ REPORT WRITING -- To avoid unnecessary dictation and typing, the attention of all investigative personnel should be directed to the general reporting rules set forth in the Handbook for FBI Agents. Particular emphasis should be placed on the provisions embodied in Part I, item 47, A, 10 andil, on pages 32c and 32d of the Handbook as they relate to the use of inserts by auxiliary offices to report the results of investigations to an office of origin. Good judgment should dictate the use of inserts wherever possible to report information ultimately destined for inclusion in-a report. This will relieve the office preparing the report of the necessity of wholesale retyping of information to include it therein as is the case when the data is received from the auxiliary office in an airtel, letter, or similar communication. 12/17/63 . SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 . ~ (C) PERFORMANCE RATINGS - INVESTIGATIVE PERSONNEL -- The performance of all investigative personnel should be appraised at this time to insure that 90-day warnings (in the form of special administrative | .- performance ratings) are given to all such employees whose performance is considered unsatisfactory and to whom it is contemplated an Unsatisfactory official annual performance rating will be given on March 31, 1964. You should insure that all supervisory employees who will be preparing the ratings are completely familiar with the instructions in the Manual of Rules and Regulations and the contents of SAC Letter No. 61-28 (B) dated 5-23-61 and that these instructions are strictly adhered to. 12/17/63 SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 - 3- NW 35044 Doocld: 32959526 Page 609
|W S044 Doold: 32989526 Page 610 (D) PHOTOGRAPHS - INVESTIGATIVE AID -- It has been brought to our attention that the State of Montana has adopted the practice of requiring that a photograph of the driver be attached to the operator and chauffeur driving licenses issued by it. The licenses expire every two years and applicants are photographed at the time of initial application and each renewal. Montana thus joins several other states which have this requirement and, with the increasing trend toward uniformity in licensing procedures, it is anticipated that many more states will adopt this requirement in the future. . I need not elaborate on the value to our investigations of up-to-date photographs of subjects, suspects, et cetera, and you are reminded that all logical sources of obtaining them, such as that described above, should be exploited whenever possible. (Security Letters on attached pages) 12/17/63 SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 ~4-
NW 35044 Doocld: 329599526 Page 611 (Z) VISIT OF GERMAN CHANCELLOR LUDWIG ERHARD TO UNITED STATES - DECEMBER, 1963 -- Chancellor Ludwig Erhard of Germany and party of 12 are scheduled to visit the United States as guests of President Johnson December 27-29, 1963. Present itinerary indicates that Chancellor Erhard's visit will be confined to the State of Texas. Erhard's party is expected to visit Houston or San Antonio, Texas, on December 27, 1963, and Austin, Fredericksburg, Johnson City, and the LBJ Ranch, Texas, on December 28-29, 1963. In connection with this visit all offices should be alert for any information concerning any activity which may adversely affect the United States. Sources and informants in a position to acquire pertinent data should be alerted to the necessity for prompt reporting. Information concerning threats, violence or hostile demonstrations against Erhard or his government should be immediately furnished to the Bureau, to appropriate local police, to local Secret Service representative and local Office of Security, United States Department of State, where available, and to San Antonio which will be considered office of origin. Notify Bureau of dissemination made. . Communications in this matter should be submitted under above caption. 12/17/63 , ; SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 (fF) SECURITY INDEX -- In connection with all security investigations in the case of individual subjects, the essential question for determination is whether the subject's activities are such as to depict him to bea potential danger to the national security of the United States in time of an emergency. Inthe event such a determination is made, his name should be included in the Security Index. The Security Index criteria have been found to afford practical and workable guidelines in arriving at a conclusion as to whether a subject represents a potential danger and are sufficiently elastic so that when applied with the necessary judgment, the complex questions which may arise in connection with these cases can be resolved. Section 87D of the Manual of Instructions contains a number of specific factors that must betaken into consideration when arriving 12/17/63 SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 -5-
at a conclusion as to whether a particular subject meets the Security Index criteria and represents a potential threat to the national security. _ For your assistance, the assistance of your investigative personnel engaged in security work, and for the assistance of your supervisory staff, the following specific factors, in addition to the ones presently enumerated in Section 87D of the Manual of Instructions, are . a security subject falls within the Security Index criteria, represents a potential danger in time of an emergency, and thus should be included in the Security Index. (1) Contacts with Sino-Soviet-bloc establishments (including Cuba) where purpose of contact cannot be determined or contact indicates communist sympathies. (2) Contacts with Sino-Soviet-bloc, Cuban or Yugoslav intelligence agents where purpose of contact cannot be determined or contact indicates communist sympathies. (83) Individuals who have defected, revoked or sought revocation of their United States citizenship in favor of a Sino-Soviet-bloc country, who have returned to the United States, and who have taken no positive steps to counteract such action. (4) Statements or activities on a subject's part establishing reasonable grounds to believe that his loyalty would lie with a Sino-Soviet-bloc country in the event of armed conflict between the United States and a Sino-Soviet-bloc country. (5) Training and/or participation in espionage, sabotage, or intelligence activities. (6) A history of emotional instability or irrational behavior on the part of an individual with a subversive background whose prior acts depict a propensity for violence and hatred against organized government, 12/17/63 . SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 -6- NW 35044 Doold: 32989526 Page 612 set forth for consideration in arriving at a determination as to whether po
The above factors, including the various factors presently set forth in Section 87D of the Manual of Instructions, are not all-inclusive but are set forth for the purpose of providing a more detailed guideline and all must be considered in evaluating the facts developed during the course of the investigation. In view of our responsibilities in the internal security field, most careful attention must be afforded this aspect of our operations and all security cases should be closely examined for the purpose of determining whether sufficient facts are available to depict the subject as a dangerous person whose activities warrant the inclusion of his name in the Security Index. When sich a determination is made, appropriate recommendation to include his name in the Security Index should be made promptly. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director 12/17/63 SAC LETTER NO. 63-61 ~%- MW 35044 Doocld: 32959526 Page 613
. * PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT. OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to January 14, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.C, File No. (A) EMERGENCY MEDICAL IDENTIFICATION CARDS - HEALTH AND IMMUNIZATION RECORD -- Re SAC Letter 63-59 of 12-10-63. Each division is being furnished a supply of ''Health and Immunization Record" forms for distribution to employees desiring to use them. Employees should be informed of the availability of the forms which can be reduced to billfold size. As approved by the American Medical Association, the forms bear the universal symbol which may serve as a warning that the individual suffers from a physical disability or illness requiring special care, or is allergic to certain drugs, and the like. Employees using the form will be responsible for obtaining and recording the required data and should not expect the Bureau to do so. For example, blood type and factor could be obtained when donating blood. The form should also be made available to employees as they enter on duty. Should additional forms be needed, submit requests to Bureau. 1-14-64 : SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 : (B) FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY ASSOCIATES - RETRAINING SESSIONS -- Advise the Bureau, Attention: Training Division, by June 1, 1964, the dates and places of your 1964 retraining sessions for graduates of the FBI National Academy. If your retraining session will be held in advance of that date, Bureau should be advised at least thirty days in advance. You should make certain that emphasis is placed upon the training aspects so that the graduates in attendance may receive real benefit therefrom. The Bureau should be furnished with the detailed program to be followed and you should keep in mind that carefully planned annual retraining © sessions are effective media whereby the graduates can be allied more closely to each other and to the Bureau in meeting our common problems. Your attention is directed to Part II, Section 1B, 13, page 12, of the Manual of Rules and Regulations concerning the attendance of Bureau personnel at FBI National Academy retraining sessions. These instructions must be closely followed. of NW 55044 Docld: 32989526 Page 615 ees
(C) ‘VISIT OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN FREDERIKA OF GREECE TO UNITED STATES, JANUARY, 1964-- Her Majesty Queen Frederika of Greece, her daughter, Princess Irene, and a small entourage are scheduled to visit the United States between January 21 and February 7, 1964. Present itinerary indicates she will be in New York City January 21-26, ' 1964, and will be in Washington, D. C., January 26-30, 1964. From January 31, 1964, to February 7, 1964, her itinerary is not firm, but , could include visits to Cape Kennedy, Florida; Boston, Massachusetts; and New York City. She is scneduled to leave the United States on February 7, 1964, from New York City by ship. Although Her Majesty will tour the United States in a private capacity, the Department of State will implement and request security protection and measures that are normally extended to a foreign head of state. Department of State is concerned about her safety in view of the harassing and embarrassing actions taken against her during her two visits to England in 1963. Reportedly, demonstrations were made by the militant ''Committee of 100" which is demanding the release of certain political prisoners in Greece. It was indicated these demonstrations were communist inspired and that similar demonstrations may be attempted during her visit to the United States. A second point of concern is that | in connection with her contemplated visit to Barnard College, Columbia University, New York City, on January 22, 1964, there may be organized efforts to create embarrassing incidents since in October, 1963, an article appeared in the Columbia University newspaper alleging that Her Majesty was a Nazi sympathizer during World War II. State Department has requested FBI and other appropriate Government agencies concerned to explore possible existence of any effort by the Communist Party, USA, communist front organizations or any dissident groups to create any incidents which could prove dangerous to the personal safety of Her Majesty or prove embarrassing to her and to the United States Government. Accordingly, all offices should immediately contact any informants and sources in a position to furnish information of this nature and forward to the Bureau in a form suitable for dissemination any pertinent data so developed. ' Informants and sources in a position to acquire such data in the future should be alerted to the necessity for prompt reporting. Information concerning threats, violence or hostile demonstrations against Her Majesty, her entourage or her government should be immediately furnished to the Bureau, to appropriate local police, to appropriate local office of security, 1-14-64 .. . SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 -2- NW 35044 Doocld: 329599526 Page 616
United States Department of State, where available, and to New York which will be considered office of origin. Notify Bureau of dissemination made. Communications in this matter should be submitted under above caption. 1-14-64 . SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 . 5 ‘, (D) HARVARD BUSINESS REVIEW -- The January-February, 1964, issue of the above-captioned magazine contains my article entitled ''The U. 5. Business- man Faces the Soviet Spy.'' This article discusses in detail efforts by Soviet diplomats to make personal and friendly contact with American businessmen and how they hope to exploit these contacts to secure information of value to them. The article also sets forth suggestions on how citizens can help the FBI defeat these Soviet spy efforts. This article should be considered as a possible investigative aid in “éspionage cases. In the past, the Bureau has received valuable information from individuals who had read my previous but shorter articles on this topic. Any such cases resulting from this article should promptly be called to the Bureau's attention; mark for the attention of Crime Records Division. Three copies of the article are being furnished to each field office. The Bureau has limited supply of additional copies. If more copies are desired, they should be requested. . 1-14-64 SAC LETTER NO, 64-3 -3- MW 35044 Doold: 32809526 Page 617
(E) RACIAL INFORMANTS -- New Manual of Instructions and FBI Handbook sections containing detailed instructions regarding the handling of racial informants and sources have been prepared. Classification 170 has been assigned, Upon receipt of these new sections, each field office will review . all pending cases on racial informants and'make necessary changes in files and indices to conform with the new classification number and instructions. Effective upon receipt of the forthcoming manual changes; ° include in your monthly report of all expenditures from the confidential fund the total amount paid each month to racial informants and sources. This separate category for payments to racial informants and sources will appear in the portion of your monthly report entitled "Summary of Payments to Informants and Sources" and should be shown in the same » manner that you now show breakdown of information relative to criminal and security informants and sources. The effectiveness of the Racial Informant Program is your personal responsibility and it will be incumbent upon you to implement the new instructions and to achieve positive results. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director 1-14-64 ' SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 -4- MW 35044 Docld: 329599526 Page 616 Fy iia eluasienacaeniomieltaa iene 4 '
_ EW 35044 BDoold: 32389526 Page 619 PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to January 21, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.c. File No. _(A)- TRAINING - FIREARMS AND DEFENSIVE TACTICS - CALENDAR YEAR 1964'-- Attached are copies of the Field Firearms and Defensive Tactics Training Program for the 1964 calendar year which should be studied by instructors in your office to insure uniform training. 1/21/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 hy (B) TRAINING - AGENTS' ANNUAL TECHNICAL TRAINING - 1964 -- Enclosed for each office are five copies of captioned training program. ~ 1/21/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-4. (C) BUREAU MATERIAL TRANSMITTED BY AIRLINE PILOTS (AMERICAN AIRLINES) -- Reference is made to SAC Letter 63-11, part A, dated 3-5-63 indicating it was permissible to transmit FBI material in the custody of airline pilots provided the utilization of such service is limited to extreme _ emergency and the material is transmitted in an envelope bearing the postage indicia in order to comply with postal regulations. An official of American Airlines has indicated that in responding to such requests they would render all cooperation possible but that, where time permits, our material, rather than being placed in the personal custody of their pilots, would be sent air express. Thereafter, responsible employees of American Airlines will take all steps necessary to insure prompt delivery at point of destination to a Special Agent of the FBI. As previously indicated, this type of cooperative service should be utilized only in extreme emergency and in compliance with postal regulations requiring the use of envelopes bearing the postage indicia. 1/21/64 . SAC ;|LETTER NO. 64-4 (D) TRAINING - POLICE - SPECIALIZED SCHOOLS ON AUTOMOBILE THEFT -- In view of the continuing problem of automobile theft, it is - desired that you consider conducting specialized police schools on that topic. Such schools afford us an excellent opportunity to emphasize our
i NW 35044 Doold:32989526 Page 620 = — re jurisdiction in such matters, and to highlight to the general public, through well-planned publicity, our interest and responsibilities in this field. The curriculum of the schools may include such topics as The Automobile Theft Problem (including most recent statistics), FBI Jurisdiction in ITSMV Cases, Modus Operandi of Auto Thieves, How to Spot a Stolen Car, and Processing Stolen Cars for Evidence. Also, a representative of the National Automobile Theft Bureau may be invited to participate in the schools, to explain how his Bureau may be of assistance. Each field division has films which are appropriate for use in such schools. While these specialized schools are not to be solicited, you should bring them to the attention of law enforcement agencies in your division. Law enforcement organizations, such as Chiefs and Sheriffs Associations, may be interested in cooperating in arrangements for a series of these specialized schools. (Security Letters on attached pages) 1/21/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 -2-
~ > (E) ESPIONAGE INVESTIGATIONS ~-- Espionage violations in which there is no apparent participation by or with a foreign government can involve misuse, unauthorized disclosure, theft or photographing of material relating to the national defense (Title 18, Section 793, 795, 796, 797, 798, United States Code). These are carried under the Espionage - X character. In investi- gating these cases it is imperative that it be borne in mind that the illegal act may have been committed at the request or behest of a foreign agent although the person committing the violation was unaware of the foreign ramification. There are numerous instances in Bureau files in which an American citizen who was also an agent of a foreign principal requested another American who was unaware of this foreign connection to obtain -information concerning the national defense either because of friendship or for financial gain. If the Espionage - X investigation discloses that an agent of a foreign principal is involved, it could very well mean that foreign ramifications are present which could increase the importance of the case as well as the degree of possible damage to the national defense. You should assure that Espionage - X cases receive thorough and complete investigative action and that it is resolved during these investigations whether there are any foreign ramifications. 1/21/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 j 3 (fF) INTERNAL SECURITY - NATIONALISTIC TENDENCY -- Section 105B, Manual of Instructions, points out that one of the aims of our investigations in the Nationalistic Field is to develop information concerning conditions in foreign countries. This Section instructs that an effort should be made to obtain this type of information as it might have a bearing on the current or future policy of the United States toward such countries or might aid the intelligence agencies to engage more effectively in counterintelligence activities. Except in very rare and unusual instances information of this type is, of course, given wide dissemination by the Bureau immediately upon its receipt. A glance at almost any current newspaper will establish the fact that revolutionary activity is rampant in foreign countries, particularly in the Caribbean and Latin-American areas. The concern of State Department and other Government agencies is obvious. Field offices have frequently received allegations of an apparently significant nature from a confidential informant or source and in most instances have promptly forwarded.such information to the Bureau. It has been noted, however, that on occasions 1/21/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 - 3 - NW 55044 Doocld: 329699526 Page 621 a
where time was deemed of the essence as, for example, where an invasion of a foreign country was allegedly imminent, the Bureau has been furnished a summary by teletype or by other expeditious means but the teletype failed to state whether the information should be classified and/or that details would follow immediately in form suitable for dissemination. In such instances these points should be covered in the original communication and full details should be expeditiously forwarded. Too frequently allegations indicating a critical situation exists have been received from sources and forwarded to the Bureau without indicating whether the field is taking any action to corroborate or further develop the information. The field must recognize that the Government may go to considerable expense and effort as a result of receiving one of these allegations and the field must assume the responsibility, without prodding from the Bureau, of promptly checking these allegations out wherever possible. The original communication to the Bureau or the cover airtel where letterhead memorandum is used must spell out just what is being done by the field in this regard. A large part of our information in these cases comes from exiled nationals of the countries involved. The field is reminded that such information may be colored by the individual prejudices and loyalties of such sources and that, therefore, their information cannot be accepted at face value. They must be pinned down to actual facts in their possession. In this connection the Bureau has noted an increasing laxity on the part of the field in this type of case to properly attribute information to sources. Where a source does not possess information as of his own knowledge the communication must not permit the inference that this is the case. It should be determined how and from whom the source obtained his information and, wherever possible, this data should be included in the memorandum or report prepared for dissemination. You are instructed to bring the above matters to the attention of all Agents handling cases in the Nationalistic Tendency Field. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Enclosures for (A) & (B) Director 1/21/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 -4- MW 35044 Doold: 32809526 Page 622
| PERSONAL | NO NUMBER SAC LETTER 64-A UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION ri e In Reply, Please Refer to January 24, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.C. File No, RE: BUREAU CODES AFSAM 7 One set of AFSAM 7 key lists for months of March, April and May, 1964, being forwarded separately to all domestic and foreign offices except Washington Field which will receive none} six copies being furnished Bureau's Emergency Relocation Site; and,.six copies Seat of Government Code Room. Domestic offices should acknowledge receipt promptly by routing slip and foreign offices by deferred (State Department priority Routine") cable, indicating serial numbers which appear thereon; return in a sealed envelope to the Bureau, attention FBI Annex, the address label on individual tamperproofed envelope containing keys even though torn while opening package; and destroy, by burning, each monthly sheet thirty days after last effective date thereof, advising the Bureau promptly, attention FBI Annex, this has been done. It is essential the address label mentioned above be returned in order to control security of shipment. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director NW 35044 Doocld: 32999526 Page 623
PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 64-5 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION January 28, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.c. In Reply, Please Refer to File No, (A) VOUCHER MATTERS -- The number of vouchers submitted to the Bureau requiring correction, suspension or return is increasing. All employees preparing and submitting vouchers should be reminded of the necessity of strict adherence to the instructions set forth in Part Il, Section 7, of the Manual of Rules and Regulations. 1-28-64 . SAC LETTER NO. 64-5 (B) COMMUNICATIONS - UNAUTHORIZED USE OF GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA) FACILITIES - TELETYPES -- You are referred to SAC Letter 61-71, (B), dated December 19, 1961. Recently, one Bureau field office made use of GSA teletypewriter facilities as an emergency measure, pending installation of additional TWX teletype facilities, to handle a large volume of outgoing teletypes. Le] -. This use of GSA facilities was not authorized by the Bureau. hireheubeiietnubbanepnarewrenrerusinar ide coc races Par anereerens nr ide ee BY I want it thoroughly understood that no use is to be made of any type of GSA communications facilities under any circumstances without prior Bureau approval, even in emergency situations. 1-28-64 SAC LETTER NO. 645 0 ot, . (C) CASES CLOSED UPON AUTHORITY OF SAC - REPORT WRITING -- Ef- fective immediately you are instructed to maintain a control file on all cases closed by memorandum upon the authority of the SAC. ‘This tile should contain a copy of the closing memorandum for each of the cases so closed. Copies of correspondence on cases closed upon authority of the U. S. Attorney for legal reasons should not be placed in this control file nor should copies of reports sent to the Bureau advising the case is being closed upon the authority of the SAC. aw, mae ” , aI NEFA LOY TERIU DTG] Airted onynn SoRPp EO _ This control file should be maintained from one inspection to another. The Inspector will review the cases closed upon the authority of the SAC by memorandum to insure they have received appropriate attention. After completion of the inspection the office will be advised in the inspection letter when they can. destroy the memoranda in the control file. | NW 55044 Doctd:32989526 Page 624
(D) FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION MATTERS -- Effective February 1, 1964, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is tightening up on certain certifications relative to home improvement loans, it insures under its Title I program. For example, all borrowers, makers and cosigners must henceforth sign the completion certificate and the borrower's authorization certificate. Application for credit forms have been revised to include an amplified certificate by the salesman and by any person other than the borrower who prepares the application. In addition, the completion certificate has been strengthened by requiring a certification by the dealer that he has paid all his bills in connection with the work done or that he will do so within sixty days. FHA has also informed Title I lending institutions that they will be expected to inspect one out of each ten home improvement jobs performed by a dealer for at least six months after approving same. Thereafter, spot checks are to be made as frequently as necessary to assure fidelity of the dealer's performance. The foregoing new regulations should provide more data as to identity _ of persons responsible for preparation of forms and should cause lending institutions to take an active part in processing loans they insure in behalf of the Government. Since old forms may continue to be used in these cases, you must be careful to differentiate between the varying language of the certificates thereon. These new instructions provide a suitable opportunity for discussion of FHA Matters with lending institutions, which are usually the first to learn of indicated violations. Effective liaison with such sources will assist your office in getting criminal cases more promptly through simultaneous notification of the FBI as well as FHA in such investigations. Vigorous efforts should be made to arrange for such prompt referrals. As you have been previously instructed, all cases in this classification must continue to receive expeditious, vigorous and imaginative attention. (Security Letter on attached page) 1-28-64 SAC LETTER NO, 64-5 -2- HW 55044 Doold:32989526 Page 625
(E) CHINESE COMMUNIST ACTIVITIES IN THE UNITED STATES -- Reference is made to SAC Letter 63-33 (E) dated July 9, 1963. Referenced SAC Letter instructed field to discontinue investigations under three programs relating to Chinese entering United States as citizens, permanent resident aliens and students. It has been decided these programs will be permanently discontinued and instructions relating to them in Manual of Instructions, Section 105F, pages 4f - 4h, will be deleted. Suggestions from all offices are solicited for new methods and approaches to uncover and penetrate Chinese Communist intelligence activities in the United States. Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington Field Offices are instructed to furnish suggestions, comments and recommendations for fresh methods of approach to the problem of uncovering and penetrating Chinese Communist activities in the United States, it being noted these offices handle the bulk of Chinese security cases under investigation. Submit required data under the caption ''Chinese Communist Intelligence Operations in the United States,'' Bureau file 65-53286. Designate copies of communication for other five offices. Buded March 15, 1964. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director - 1-28-64. SAC LETTER NO. 64-5 . -3- MW 55044 Doold: 32889526 Page 626 Y
NW 55044 Doocld: 32989526 Page 627 PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 64-13 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION an February 27, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.C. In Reply, Please Refer to : File No. (A) SURVEILLANCES - RADIO TRANSMISSIONS -- You have been reminded repeatedly of the possibility that FBI radio transmissions may be heard by un- authorized individuals and that FM radio transmissions must be discreet at all times. Standing instructions in this regard are set out in Paragraph 9, Chapter - 4, Part Il, FBI Handbcok, and are reiterated here for emphasis: "FM radio transmissions must be discreet and names of Agents, subjects, or specific locations irvolved in Bureau investigative activities must not be disclesed. Credential card numbers should be used where identity of Agents is necessary in station-to-car and car~to-station operation. Two-way car call signs should be used for identification in other operations although coded names or call signs may be used as necessary in surveillance- type operations." During a recent sensitive surveillance in an extremely important criminal case FBI radio transmissions were monitored by the subject of the surveillance. Notes made by the intercepter of these transmissions have been introduced in court. These notes disclose that in many instances the Agents did not abide by the above instructions. First names and/or initials of surveillance Agents were used; the subject of the surveillance was mentioned by first or last name; and general as well as specific locations of surveillance cars were reported without any attempt to prevent disclosure. Uncalled for and unnecessary remarks, among other things, also were recorded by the subject of the surveillance. Needless to say, this interception and divulgence of our radio communications has resulted in considerable embarrassment. It is desired that this situation be brought to the attention of all personnel and the instructions as set cut above reiterated. In addition, you are to personally examine the manner in which your FM radio facilities are being utilized to insure that the operation of such facilities is in strict accordance with existing Bureau instructions. Very truly yours, fh John Edgar Hoover Director
PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO 64-20 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to April 7, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File No. (A) INCOME TAX RETURNS - EXCLUSION OF SICK PAY - FBI FORM BOOK -- The recent revision by Congress of the Federal income tax law ‘changes the regulations concerning the exclusion of sick pay from taxable income. Insofar as Bureau employees are concerned, pay received for all periods of absences for sick purposes beginning on or after January 1, 1964, will not be excludable unless an absence exceeds thirty calendar days Then only the pay for the portion of the absence in excess of thirty calendar days can be excluded. The maximum allowable exclusion is still $100 per week. Pay for any period of absence due to illness which began prior to January 1, 1964, can still be excluded under the former regulations, regardless of its duration Form FD-307, Application for Sick Leave Statement, has been revised Enclosed are three copies of such form, one copy of which should be placed in the FBI Form Book. All employees of your office should be advised of this change in regulations. by =e RUNES ALE MEE You should assure that employees having excludable sick pay for absence beginning prior to January 1, 1964, submit their application on the form now in your office. Any remaining copies of the form should then be destroyed and the necessary supply of the revised form ordered from the Bureau. : 3 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO 64-20 F (B) FEDERAL EMPLOYEES HEALTH BENEFITS PROGRAM -- There will be a limited opportunity registration period between now and 6-30-64 for employees who were not enrolled on 3-17-64 to enroll in a health benefit plan and employees who on 3-17-64 were enrolled for self only to change to a family enrollment in the same plan or option. The effective date of enrollments or changes in enrollment due to this limited opportunity registration period will be the first day of the pay period following the pay period the Health Benefits Registration Form (SF 2809) is received. On these registrations © "Pp LL." should be placed under "Remarks" of the SF 2809. The following changes in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Act were made possible by Public Law 88-254 which was approved on 3-17-64. Effective 3-17-64 unmarried children up to age 21 (instead of age 19) and foster children are included under an employee's family enrollment in the MW 35044 Doold: 32809526 Page 626
Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP). To be considered a foster child, the child must be living with the employee in a parent-child relationship and the employee must intend to rear the child indefinitely into adulthood as if he were his own. Coverage is automatic and all plans ‘will honor claims for medical care received on or after 3-17-64. Employees who are enrolled in a group-practice or individual-practice plan should write the plan giving the name and date of birth of any eligible foster child and any child aged 19 to 21. Employees enrolled in any other plan need take no action unless their plan requests this information. Effective 6-21-64 the family-female with nondependent husband- . enrollment will be dropped and female employees will be eligible to enroll in the regular family plan and will receive the same Government contribution ($3.12 per pay period) as male employees enrolled in the family plan. It .will not be necessary for a female employee enrolled in the family plan to execute an SF 2809 to change her enrollment code number. The adjustment will be automatic and will first appear in the pay check dated 7-17-64. Under separate cover you will be sent notices concerning these changes to be attached to the SF 2809A's. Employees aged 19 to 21, who enrolled for self only because upon attainment of age 19 they lost coverage under a parent’s family enrollment under the FEHBP, should immediately execute an SF 2809 to cancel their enrollment because they are now covered under a parent’s family enrollment  - until age 21. Before cancelling his enrollment the employee should ensure that his parent is still enrolled in a plan under the FEHBP. Upon attainment of age 21 these employees will again be eligible to enroll for self only since they will lose their coverage under the parent's enrollment in the FEHBP. The employees will not be notified when they or a member of their family loses coverage. It is the employees’ responsibility to follow and make any changes which would affect their enrollment. Appropriate arrangements are being made by the SAMBA Office concerning employees with children aged 19 to 21 enrolled in the SAMBA Student Health Benefit Plan and who are affected by these changes. An employee enrolled in a plan under the FEHBP who purchased a conversion contract for a child who is not yet 21 should get in touch with his plan to cancel the conversion contract. The child will have a new conversion right when he reaches age 21 or his coverage as a family member terminates by marriage. 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 ~2- NW 35044 Doold: 325989526 Page 629
NW 55044 Dooid: 32989526 Page 630 Employees enrolling in SAMBA due to the limited opportunity registration period are eligible for the minimum $2,000 life insurance without evidence of insurability. Those applying for the additional amounts of $4,000 or $9,000 must execute the Personal Health Statement. Those ‘ applying for Dependents Group Life Insurance must execute a health statement on spouse and each dependent child. You should personally ensure that the changes in the law and this limited opportunity registration period are brought to the attention of each employee in your office. There will not be any brochures issued in connection with this registration period. The Health Benefits Representative should carefully review all forms prior to submission to the Bureau. 4/7/64 | : SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 ; | Le i (C) REPORT WRITING -- A recent Federal decision underscores the wisdom of the Bureau's long-standing policy that information favorable to the defense must be reported as completely and accurately as that favorable to the prosecution. . 3 In U. S. ex rel. Meers v. Wilkins, 326 F. 2d 135 (1964), the Circuit Court of Appeais, Second Circuit, held that suppression by the prosecution of evidence favorable to the accused violates due process of law and requires reversal of the conviction. In this case, two witnesses to a robbery saw the defendant in police custody after arrest and "positively stated to the police" that the defendant was not the robber. These witnesses were not called by the prosecution and did not appear at trial. Two other witnesses positively identified the defendant. Convicted, the defendant moved for a new trial, submitting an affidavit of assigned counsel that counsel did not learn of the existence of the two uncalled witnesses until after trial had ended. After defendant exhausted his state remedies without relief, he brought habeas corpus in Federal district court where it was held that the prosecution had a duty to disclose the existence of the two witnesses favorable to the defense, and that failure to do so violated due process of law. The Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed. Although Wilkins was a state case, the result would have been the same had it been a Federal case. The due process clause in the Fifth Amendment, applicable to Federal officers, and that in the Fourteenth _ Amendment, applicable to state officers, are of identical meaning. . = Malinski v. New York, 324 U. S. 401 (1945). ———4, 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 -3-
The rule announced in Wilkins springs from Supreme Court decisions holding that due process is violated by (1) conviction obtained through use of knowingly false and perjured testimony, Mooney v. Holohan, - 294 U. S. 103 (1935), (2) failure to correct unsolicited false testimony for the prosecution after discovery of its falsity, Napue v. Illinois, 360 U. S. 264 (1959), and (3) suppression of evidence favorable to the accused upon request of the accused for that evidence, Brady Vv. Maryland, 373 U. 8. 83 (1963). The Wilkins decision places:upon the U. 8. Attorney an affirmative duty to disclose to the defense at least the existence of potential witnesses and other evidence for the defense that are known to him. He cannot perform that duty, however, unless the reports are so complete and accurate that he is able to identify such witnesses and evidence therein. The significance of Wilkins for this Bureau is that reports in all cases must beso complete that they will serve to identify potential witnesses for the defense, state their observations with sufficient precision to make the position which they take clear to the U. S. Attorney, and similarly identify any other evidence for the defense encountered during the investigation. This includes, as held in Brady, evidence which is "material either to guilt or to punishment." Statements of witnesses in any way favorable to the defense must be reported on form FD-302 just as are those of witnesses for the prosecution. It may be held that the defense can call for those statements. 34 Federal Rules Decisions 88 (1964). The reporting must be as clear and as free from equivocation or ambiguity as the information encountered by the Agent will permit. For example, if a witness to a bank robbery sees the defendant after arrest and states that the defendant is not the robber, a report that the witness "failed to identify'' the robber would be defective; the quoted words would not correctly show the position taken by the witness and hence would not put the U. S. Attorney on notice that the witness is potentially one for the defense. The cited decisions and these instructions are not to be interpreted as requiring the government to make an investigation for the defense. They go no further (for FBI purposes) than to require that if, while making the . usual and proper investigation for the government, we come upon evidence ; a 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 - 4- HW 35044 Doold: 32989526 Page 631
‘ + Ps of any kind seemingly favorable to the defendant, we must report the existence and nature of that evidence accurately and completely. This has long been the FBI rule, but current developments suggest that it should be reiterated. | These instructions must be brought to the attention of all investigative personnel immediately. 4/7/64 . SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 cr ih { . (D) LAW ENFORCEMENT CONFERENCES, 1964 - "THE FLEEING FELON" -- Law Enforcement Conferences in 1964 will concern fugitive investigations; they will be called ''The Fleeing Felon" conferences. Subject matter will encompass assistance FBI can render to local law enforcement under the Fugitive Felon Act and through other cooperative » functions, and principles involved in fugitive investigations. Schedule sufficient conferences to cover your territory adequately; wherever possible, utilize sites that are readily accessible to local law enforcement and others invited to your conferences. Conferences should be held between September 15 and November 1, 1964; adjoining offices should be advised of your conference plans; border offices may invite nearby Canadian and Mexican police officials. Conference agenda should be limited to four to six hours; should be of the open-forum type, with necessary talks restricted to 15 minutes; audience participation should be encouraged. Qualified speakers from local law enforcement, prosecutors, and related fields, may be used as panelists; names of contemplated panelists should be checked through your indices and the Bureau advised of the results. Attendance of undesirables should be avoided, and representatives of commercial concerns should not be invited. You are authorized to prepare friendly but businesslike circular letters of invitation to be sent to police officials, sheriffs' departments, penal institutions, state correctional agencies, local and state prosecutors, and others in related fields who might refer unlawful flight matters to the Bureau. You may desire to utilize police instructors in the planning of interesting and informative programs; however, you should preside at each conference personally. Potential curricula topics are: 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 -5- 7 MW 35044 Doocld: 32959526 Page 632
National Crime Trends Crimes of violence against public Killers of law enforcement officers Ten Most Wanted Fugitives Program (importance of publicizing fugitives) What Local Authorities Can Do™ Detailed investigation of crime and processing of crime scene Conclusive identification of subject Detailed description Prior arrest numbers Background information Sources of fingerprints; obtaining details of prior arrests Sources of photographs -Sources of handwriting specimens Communication facilities; roadblocks, etc. What FBI Can Do Fugitive Felon Act FBI Identification Division assistance FBI Laboratory assistance Identification Orders; Wanted Flyers Investigative Procedures Personal history and background of fugitive, including preferences as to clothing, food, amusements, trans- portation, etc. Relatives, friends, associates of fugitive Use of informants and other sources of information Coverage of transportation facilities (air, rail, motor, water) Coverage of motels, hotels, rooming houses, etc. State Extradition Laws and Procedures Apprehension Techniques 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 - 6- HW 35044 Doocld: 32989526 Page 633
Implementation and/or substitution of topics may be made in accordance with needs and interests in various areas; Training Document #22, "Fugitives, '' should afford assistance. Agenda of your proposed conferences, listing all speakers to be invited, as well as dates and sites, should be submitted to the Bureau on UACB basis at least 30 days prior to holding of your first conference. Advise Bureau by June 15 of tentative plans as to where and when your conferences will be held. A national press release will be made regarding these conferences; do not disclose subject matter or planning until after national press release; you will be provided with a copy of the national release and will be authorized to make appropriate releases locally. Conferences should be closed to all but duly constituted law enforcement personnel and those in related fields who have a bona fide interest in fugitive matters. Designate a period, either immediately before or after each conference, to be open to news media representatives, during which you may explain the purposes and accomplishments of the conference; the interest of news media should be encouraged. Material for distribution at your conferences, such as Law Enforcement Bulletin reprints, etc., should be ordered by routing slip from Crime Records Division as early as possible. Bureau will not be able to prepare special exhibits or posters; do not incur expenses for rental of space, etc., without prior Bureau authority. Within a week following your last conference, advise Bureau of results of all conferences, giving the total number in attendance, number of agencies represented, dates and places where conferences were held, and total number of conferences completed. Summary letter should report specific statements of interest by those in attendance, as well as suggestions for improving future law enforcement conferences. Forward sampling of newspaper publicity, and any unusual publicity items noted. Correspondence should be directed to attention Training Division, under caption 'Law Enforcement Conferences, 1964, ''The Fleeing Felon," Bureau file (88-11941). 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 -T- MW 35044 Doocld: 32959526 Page 634
(E) CASES CLOSED UPON AUTHORITY OF SAC - REPORT WRITING -- I ‘In order to insure the Bureau has fulfilled its responsibilities under the law, it is imperative that every step be taken to make certain that existing . instructions are fully complied with. Vv It was necessary to require that no unsolved’ bank robbery cases be closed upon authority of the Special Agent in Charge (SAC), and if present regulations are not strictly adhered to it will become necessary to remove all authority to close cases by the SAC. The importance of this matter should be clearly understood by all employees. As you are aware, the closing of cases upon SAC authority will be checked into in connection with inspections and any derelictions will be subject to appropriate administrative action. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director Enclosures for (A) 4/1/64 ww ssoMAGLETLERNO. £4220;5 7 8- _ Wish to re-emphasize my concern over premature closing of unsolved cases.
PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to April 14, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File No, (A) FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY - 1965 SESSIONS -- The Seventy-fifth Session of the FBI National Academy will be held March 15 to June 2, 1965. The Seventy-sixth Session will be held August 16 to November 3, 1965. You will be advised at a later date when nominations for these Sessions should be submitted. : 4/14/64 , woe SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 i ; ob ; ' (B) PERSONNEL ’- PROMOTIONAL POLICY REGARDING CLERICAL EMPLOYEES -- Effective immediately whenever a clerical employee is passed over for a promotional opportunity, he must be advised of the reason © and a written record made of the fact that such action was taken. This rule applies to all cases irrespective of the number of employees being passed over. Appropriate manual changes will be submitted shortly. In addition, you are reminded at this time of the long-standing policy requiring that all vacancies must be filled on the basis of merit and fitness and that under no circumstances should a recommendation leading to a promotion be made on the basis of seniority alone. Moreover, when an employee is being passed over for a promotional opportunity, detailed justification must be submitted and vague comments such as "not as well qualified" or "attitude not as good" are not considered acceptable. You should also make certain that the reasons given employees for being passed over are consistent with the reasons furnished to the Bureau. There can be absolutely no exceptions to the above regulations. he 1 s 4/14/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 (C) FBIRA MATTER - INTEROFFICE FIREARMS COMPETITION (PPC) 1964 -- The Annual Interoffice Firearms Competition for 1964 will be held during the third outdoor firearms training. The "J. Edgar Hoover Practical Pistol Course Trophy" will be presented to the office having the highest average percentage score, plus handicap, of all Special Agents assigned to the office on July 1, 1964, not on limited duty. The handicap scoring system explained in SAC Letter 63-25 will be used and handicaps will be based on the past four years of competition. EW 55044 Doold: 32989526 Page 636
Field offices will be divided into groups according to Agent complement (Washington Headquarters being considered an office for this competition). The winning offices in each category will be citéd for "honorable mention." The offices winning first, second and third place in the over-all competition will not be eligible to receive the "honorable mention" citations. Competition rules, method of reporting scores and individual office handicaps are being forwarded separately. 4/14/64 SAC LETTER NO, 64-21 (D) SEARCHES AND SEIZURES -- Two unanimous search and seizure decisions handed down by the Supreme Court on March 23, 1964, must be brought to the attention of all investigative personnel. Both are important and one makes a significant change in the law. In Stoner v. California, police officers entered the subject's hotel room, by consent of the night clerk; after being advised by the clerk that the subject was out of the room as shown by his room key being in the mailbox. The officers searched the room and took several articles which were used as evidence at trial. The subject was arrested in another state two days later. coer The conviction was reversed on the ground that the evidence taken from the hotel room was obtained by a search and seizure which was unreasonable because it was based on consent of the hotel clerk rather than consent of the subject. ''No less than a tenant of a house, or the occupant of a room in a boarding house, a guest in a hotel room is entitled to constitutional protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.'' The tenant has the possessory right in the room which he has rented, and that right is one "which only the petitioner (subject) could waive by word or deed, either directly or through an agent." There was in this case, as in most, no evidence to indicate that the tenant had authorized the clerk to consent to a search of the tenant's room. The Stoner decision only reiterates the prevailing rule on this point. 4/14/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 ~2- Ni 35044 —BDoeid: 3293 9526—Page 632
Nf In Preston v. U. S. , four police officers of a small city arrested three men in a parked car at 3:00 a.m. on vagrancy charges. The car was not searched at the time of arrest. It was driven by an officer to the station, from which it was towed to a garage. Soon after the subjects were booked at the station, some of the police officers went to the garage to search the car and found two loaded revolvers in the glove compartment. They were unable to open the trunk and returned to the station, where a detective told one of the officers to go back and try to get into the trunk. The officer did so, was able to enter the trunk through the back seat of the car, and in the trunk found various items adapted to the perpetration of a robbery. After the searches, one of the men confessed that he and two others intended to rob a bank nearby. At this point Bureau Agents were called in and the materials found in the car were turned over to them. It was contended by the defense that the use of these materials at trial violated the Fourth Amendment. The Supreme Court reversed the conviction, stating that the search of the car was unreasonable and the evidence obtained thereby was inadmissible. The search of the car was unreasonable because it was made at a time and place different from that of the arrest and thus was "simply not incident to the arrest.'' Search of a vehicle or fixed premises incidental to arrest therein must be made contemporaneously with the arrest - following the arrest and at the same place. Searches of such places inci- dental to arrest are an exception to the basic rule that all such searches must be made by search warrant. Once the car in this case had been taken to the garage under police custody, the subjects could no longer use any weapons therein to attack the officers, nor destroy the evidence therein, nor hide the car from the police. The reason for granting an exception to the basic rule requiring searches by search warrant had disappeared. The Government's brief before the Supreme Court in this case cited three earlier Federal decisions allowing search of a vehicle, inci- dental to arrest, at a time and place different from that of arrest where neither the time nor the distance was great. These decisions, although not mentioned in the opinion, must be taken as overruled. An alternative method of searching the vehicle in situations like this is by consent. Consent searches, however, are:only another exception to the basic rule that searches must be made by search warrant. The 4/14/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 ~3- NW 35044 Doocld: 32999526 Page 632
genuinely voluntary consent necessary to sustain a consent search often is difficult to prove, and particularly so in the case of a person under arrest and denying guilt. The vehicle searched here was owned by one of the subjects and lawfully occupied by all three. This was not a stolen car case. A thief or other trespasser, having no legal right to occupy the vehicle or other place searched has no rights which can be violated by search of the vehicle or place. It will be assumed that this rule continues for stolen vehicle cases since the court did not decide that issue in this case. 4/14/64 i ‘ SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 : _? (E) "FBI CODE 98" - MOTION PICTURE -- Warner Brothers has released as a motion picture a show entitled ''FBI Code 98.'' It was originally designed as a two-hour television spectacular, but due to its success abroad, it has been released as a motion picture here in this country. This motion picture deals with a hypothetical case wherein an attempt is made at sabotage in connection with a national defense situation. Accord- ingly, the number "98" is used in the title. This motion picture was made with the full cooperation of the Bureau and is now showing in New York City. For your information, it has received favorable reviews and it is felt employees will enjoy seeing this show. 4/14/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 ~4- NW 55044 Doold:32989526 Page 639
(fF) FALSE ADVERTISING OR MISUSE OF NAME TO INDICATE FEDERAL AGENCY -- Section 19 of the Peace Corps Act was amended by the 88th Co:gress and approved by the President on December 13, 1963. The provisions of the amendment are set forth as follows: Section 19 of the Peace Corps Act, as amended, which relates to the Peace Corps seal, is amended by striking out the short title and substituting therefor "Exclusive Right to Seal and Name", by inserting "(a)" before "The President may," and by adding a new subsection as follows: "'(b) (1) “The use of the official seal or emblem and the use of the name ‘Peace Corps? shall be restricted exclusively to designate programs authorized under this Act. (2) Whoever, whether an individual, partnership, corporation, or association, uses the seal for which provision is made in this section, or any sign, insignia, or symbol in colorable imitation thereof, or the - words ‘Peace Corps’ or any combination of these or other words or characters in colorable imitation thereof, other than to designate programs authorized under this Act, shall be fined not more than $500 or imprisoned not more than six months, or both. A violation of this subsection may be enjoined at the suit of the Attorney General, United States attorneys, or other persons duly authorized to represent the United States." Upon receipt of complaints regarding violations of this newly adopted amendment, the field should immediately conduct appropriate investigation to develop full facts in order that timely presentation may be made to the appropriate U. §. Attorney in the district where the violation occurred to determine if the case has prosecutive merit. The character of such violations will be 'False Advertising or Misuse of Name to Indicate Federal Agency" and the classification will be 43. . Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director 4/14/64 SAC LETTER NO, 64-21 -5- MW 35044 Doocld: 329599526 Page 640
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU’ OF INVESTIGATION in oh lea efer ° April 1, 1964 eugsuimeron PrGe 20535 oo Vo vohesp SAC LETTER | RE: VAME | G48 . ~ é . MAHE is a member of the Communist Party in Chicago, Illinois. He has been trained in and is currently engaged in the électronics field in the Chicago area. MAME OF OFFILMAL *, Communist Party, USA, has instructed WANK to perfect an instr ument which would locate listening devices and which can be used for the purpose of checking Party offices and residences of various Party leaders. yaw is working eh such an instrument and has stated.that at this stage his instrument probably will not loeate listening devices unless the FBI has insecurely installed such devices. MAM is continuing to perfect his instrument and feels he is capable of developing an instrument which Will be able to make a thorough security check of the varions Party offices, meeting places and residences ‘of Party leaders. The Chicago Office should alart the Bureau and any interested offices when it is known that WAgé will be traveling to another territory. This matter should be brought to the attention of appropriate investigative personnel and each office must be constantly alert for MAMé's activities in its area and take necessary steps to neutralize his effectiveness and protect our sensitive sources at all*times. ) Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover _ oo Director ee an ee nee eee ree - wae __NW_55044.Docld: 32989526 Page 641 .
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICH ~ FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to | File No. (A) DIRECTOR S TESTIMONY ON JANUARY 29 1964, BEFORE THE HOUSE SUBCOMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS - FISCAL YEAR 1965 -- Copies of my testimony before the House Subcommittee on Appropriations on January 99, °964, regarding the 1965 appropriation request of the FBI. will be sent to you office in the near future .. These copies are to be made available to the. pe: sonnel of your office who desire to review a copy. There will be one a) . —— | | ‘ April 28, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 co y for every two employees in the supply furnished. ee 4; 8/ 64 : - | SAC LETTER NO. 64-23 . o — | : —~ = (B).. <" MAME AXD ADDRESS ~« | . . - INFORMATION CONCERNING -- MAME is currently engagedtin a campaign of disseminating to FBI Offices, Federal agencies, members of Congress and other prominent individuals, communi- cations apparently authored by her. These communications relate to the assassination of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy and are critical of the FBI. She reportedly is conducting her own investigation of the assassination which has included telephonic and personal interviews of principals con- nected with this investigation. Pd  WAME _ has been previously interviewed and exhibited an insulting, argumentative and antagonistic attitude toward the FBI and its personnel. She recently contacted one of our Southwest offices by telephone and although identifying herself, endeavored to elicit information pertinent to the assassination by using the pretext of belonging to a ladies garden Club. Two days later this office received a communication which in effect was atranscript of WAME - ‘s telephone conversation with our Agent. It would appear. AWAAM& is endeavoring to embarrass the FBI and may possibly telephone your office under pretext. You should be extremely circumspect in any, dealings with her and be particularly alert to the possibility she may be recording your conversation. Any contacts With MAMs or pertinent data developed relating to her should be Promptly furnished to the Bureau marked for theattentionof the Crime Records Division. Letters from WAME are not being acknowledged by the Bureau. . ° « Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director MW 55044 Docld: 32999526 Page 642
PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC ae NO. 64-24 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTIC FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION May 5, 1964 In Reply, Please Refer to WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File No. (A) VOUCHERS - AMENDMENT TO STANDARDIZED GOVERNMENT TRAVEL REGULATIONS - PER DIEM ALLOWANCES -- Effective May 1, 1964, a per diem rate equal to one-half of the maximum ‘rate prescribed for a particular area will be authorized for official travel of less than 24 hours when a night's lodging is not required. This change in the per diem rate is in accordance with an amendment to the Standardized Government Travel Regulations . prescribed by the Bureau of the Budget. A copy of Bureau of the Budget Circular No. A-7, dated April 9, 1964, with Attachment A is enclosed. Travel vouchers having a per diem claim for travel of less than 24 hours computed at the maximum per diem rate for a particular area must be Supported by a certification that an expense for a night's lodging was incurred. Employees who have an occasion to perform official travel should be advised ‘of this change in per diem rates. 5/5/64 : SAC LETTER NO. 64-24 i (B) SECURITY OF TELEPHONE COMMUNICATIONS - SECURITY INFORMANTS - CRIMINAL INFORMANTS - RACIAL INFORMANTS -- Recently a conversation relating to hoodlum activities between an informant in one city and his contacting Agent in another city was overheard by a telephone operator, who reported to a local hoodlum that she had listened to part of a telephone conversation between an unknown individual and a Special Agent of the FBI. The operator was instructed by the hoodlum to continue to be alert for any similar calls. The telephone call was made by a criminal informant, who used a code name, and his identity is not known to the underworld. Instruct all informants to be most discreet and exercise caution in telephone calls to contacting Agents even in those instances when calls may be made to an unlisted number. Informants should always use their code names and avoid making collect calls, as such calis require handling by an operator who will know or can determine that the location being called is the FBI. All Agents should, likewise, be cautioned to make certain that they are careful in their conversations over the telephone, especially, on long distance calls to a . field office. Security of our informants and of our investigative operations requires that we be most circumspect in the use of all communications media, particularly the telephone, which is subject to monitoring by company employees. _ WW 55044 Docld: 32989526 Page 643
(C) FEDERAL RESERVE ACT - RESEARCH MATTER -- Beginning July 1, 1964, for a duration of one year the Bureau is initiating a survey into each case wherein a conviction is obtained under the Federal Reserve Act. The purpose of this survey is to obtain data to be utilized in accounting training, newspaper articles and in the preparation of Speeches. ~ Le Fi : Each office will be furnished under separate cover a supply of a form to be submitted at the time a conviction is reported in each Federal Reserve Act case. It is desired that this form be completed from the information developed during the investigation of the case. | a iia’. » ere ' Each office is to institute use of this form commencing with each conviction obtained in U. S. District Court on or after July 1, 1964, in matters of this nature. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director Enclosure for (A) 5/5/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-24 ~2- NW 35044 Doocld: 32999526 Page 644 q . en
PERSONAL - NO NUMBER SAC LETTER 64-C UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to May 20, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File Ne. RE: COMMUNIST PARTY, USA - SECURITY MEASURES - The Bureau has learned recently that Communist Party, USA, members are taking extra security precautions to determine whether or not any individual has entered their room or tampered with papers and material left in the room during the absence of Such members. It is reasonable to assume that such precautions prevail in the residences and offices of Communist Party members and leaders. This should be brought to the attention of all investigative personnel in the security field so as to preclude jeopardizing the future success of the Bureau's activities and operations. Every precaution must be taken so that during the course of contacting most sensitive sources, the same physical conditions exist subsequent to the contact as existed prior thereto. _ Advise the Bureau promptly of any pertinent information received which relates to this matter. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director HW 35044 Doocld; 32959526 Page 645
PERSONAL "NO NUMBER LETTER 64-D UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE . FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION June 22, 1964 | -WASHINGTON, D.c. 20535 In Repby Please Refer to File No. RE: TRAINING - SOUND SCHOOL iw In accordance with the Bureau's continuing program of insuring that each field office has adequate technically trained personnel available, the Bureau desires that you submit the names of all Special Agents in your field division who are seriously interested in receiving sound school training. A technical background, such as that gained through formal education in science, engineering and technical subjects or through practical experience in telephony, radio communication and electronic repair, is most desirable, although not absolutely necessary. Lacking that; an Agent should possess considerable mechanical aptitude and some proficiency in one or more building trades such as woodworking, carpentry, masonry, electrical wiring, etc. A factual, detailed statement should be provided as to each Agent's technical background and/or mechanical aptitude and proficiency in order to permit a worthwhile evaluation of his capability. As you are aware, each Sound-trained Agent is afforded specialized lock training. The Bureau will continue to afford this training at sound school. However, some offices may have need for lock-trained Agents over and above the Agents who will receive lock training at future sound schools. In addition to furnishing background information on all Agents interested in sound training, you are to assess the need for sound men in your field division projected as accurately as possible one year and three years from the date of this letter. You should likewise assess the projected need for any lock men needed over and above the number of sound men indicated above. A reply, marked to the attention of the FBI Laboratory, should be submitted within forty-five days after the receipt of this letter. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director MW 35044 Docld: 32959526 Page 646
~ PERSONAL NO NUMB 2 64- UNITED STATES DEPART eR SAG PETIER 64-E FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Piease Refer to July 6, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File No. RE: SECURITY INFORMANTS AND SOURCES - INCOME TAXES i. No Number SAC Letter 63~E dated March 27, 1968, contained full details and instructions for a withholding plan through which it was hoped security informants could satisfy their Federal income tax obligations arising from payments made to them for services without jeopardizing their security. The plan was tried or. a limited basis and has proven to”be sound and effective. As a result, it will be expanded to include all field divisions effective January 1, 1965. Under the plan, payments to certain security informants and sources for services rendered will be subject to a 20 per cent withholding tax. There are four categories of circumstances in which taxes will not be withheld. Taxes are not to be withheld from payments made (1) to other than security informants and sources, {2} for reimbursement of expenses, (3) under SAC authority, or (4) to informants who have been able to report Bureau income on their Federal tax returns without jeopardizing - ', their security or without challenge from the Internal Revenue Service. To place the plan into effect, you should immediately review the personal situation of each security informant and source. Where circumstances warrant using the procedure, the matter should be discussed with each informant or source involved. It should be explained to each that the withholding procedure to be placed into effect January 1, 1965, is being adopted to afford a secure method of meeting Federal income tax obligations in regard to money received from the FBI for services. The Bureau must be advised by November 1, 1964, of the identity of each informant to be exempted from this program and the method to be used by each in reporting his Bureau income. In operating the plan, you should be alert to streamline the procedures. For example, instructions call for a check to be drawn f.or the gross amount of an authorized payment. After it is cashed, the amount to be withheld for taxes is deducted and deposited in the special checking account; however, it is not necessary to make a deposit in connection with each such transaction. If it would simplify the matter, there would be no objection to making one deposit at the end of each day for the total amount of money withheld that day from payments to all informants. MW 35044 Doold: 32809526 Page 647
In instances where the procedure is not used for certain informants or sources, you should continue to instruct them to satisfy their tax obligations on income received from the FBI by such methods as may be proper and feasible. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director 7/6/64 NO NUMBER SAC LETTER 64-E ~2-~ MW 35044 Doocld: 32959526 Page 646
SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION " In Reply, Please Refer to August 25, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File No. (A) ARREST AND ARRAIGNMENT - CONFESSIONS - RIGHT TO COUNSEL -- SAC Letter 64-40 (E) advised you that effective immediately, and upon the advice of the Department of Justice, all investigative personnel are to warn arrested subjects of a right to free counsel. The warning required is more fully stated in referenced SAC Letter. ’ The new warning is not to be given to persons not under arrest and not charged with the crime, who are being interviewed as suspects only. To tell this latter type of person that he has a right to free counsel is subject to interpretation as a threat that he is about to be arrested or charged with a crime since otherwise he would not be appearing before a judge at all. Bring these clarifying instructions to the attention of all investigative . personnel immediately. i 8/25/64 oy. SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 '(B) FBI SUGGESTION PROGRAM -- The following tabulations show the results of participation by the field in the FBI Suggestion Program during Fiscal Year 1964: "3 SUBMISSIONS 1963 OFFICE SUGGESTIONS -ADOPTED AGENT CLERK TOTAL CHANGE Albany 3 1 2 i 7 ~ 4 Albuquerque 11 2 4 7 16 - 5 Anchorage 9 3 1 8 2 + 7 Atlanta 9 3 5 4 10 - 1 Baltimore 12 3 9 3 15 - 3 Birmingham 2 0 0 2 4 - 2 - Boston 5 0 5 0 13 - 8 Buffalo 2 0 2 0 4 - 2 Buite mo 10 5. 10 0 5 + 5 Charlotte 28 il 16 12 24 + 4 Chicago 14 4 10 4 23 - 9 Cincinnati 22 7 13 9 23 -~ i Cleveland 18 1 ii 7 12 + 6 Dallas © 6 0 4 2 21 15 MW 35044 Docld: 32959526 Page 645 ik peo T
r= SUBMISSIONS 1963 | OFFICE SUGGESTIONS ADOPTED AGENT CLERK TOTAL CHANGE Denver . 5 1 4 1 6 - i * Detroit 10 3 6 4 14 - 4 El Paso 16 4 7 9 6 + 10 Honolulu 10~ 0 4 6 5 + 5 Houston 5 1 3 2 4 + 1 Indianapolis 4 0 3 1 3 + 1 Jacksonville 5 0 4 i 9 - 4 Kansas City 16 2 11 5 8 + 8 Knoxville 6 0 4 2 10 -~ 4 Las Vegas 2 0 0 2 5 - 3 Little Rock 6 3 1 5 2 + 4 Los Angeles 16 q 15 1 24 - 8 Louisville 3 0 1 2 11 - 8 Memphis 6 2 4 2 4 + 2 Miami 9 0 7 2 6 + 3 Milwaukee 9 1 6 3 9 ---- *nneapolis 6 2 6 0 12 - 6 Mobile 6 1 3 3 9 - 3 Newark 15 2 6 9 16 - i New Haven 7 2 3 4 12 - 5 * New Orleans 2 0 2 0 10 - 8 New York City 50 7 43 7 54 - 4 Norfolk 6 2 4 2 7 - 1 * Oklahoma City 17 1 13 4 14 + 3 Omaha 2 1 0 2 3 - i Philadelphia ii 2 6 5 17 - 6 Phoenix 10 2 6 4 7 + 3 Pittsburgh 8 1 6 2 7 + 1 Portland i 0 1 0 5 - 4 Richmond 6 1 6 0- 8 - 2 Saint Louis 8 2 5 3 11 ‘= 38 Salt Lake City 4 1 3 1 5 -~ i San Antonio 8 1 3 5 7 + i ‘San Diego 17 4 12 5 8 + 9 San Francisco 31 2 24 7 31 ane San Juan 6 1 5 1 11 - 5 uv / 25/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 -2- NW 35044 Doold: 32989526 Page 650
SUBMISSIONS 1963 OFFICE — SUGGESTIONS ADOPTED AGENT CLERK TOTAL CHANGE Savannah 26 2 14 12 15 +11 Seattle 20 1 16 4 28 - 8 Springfieid 23 1 13 10 24 - 1 Tampa 33 9 20 13 17 +16 Washington Field 26 9 21 5 33 ~ 7 Bern 3 2 1 2 3 --o- Bonn 4 2 2 2 3 + 1 London 1 0° 1 0 3 - 2 Madrid 0 0 , 0 0 3 - 3 Manila 3 0 2 1 0 3 Mexico City .8 2 3 5 9 - 1 Ottawa 2 1 2 0 3 - i Paris 5 2 3 2 6 - 1 Rio de Janeiro 0 0 0 0 QO mtn Rome 12 3 9 3 0 +12 Tokyo 15 6 13 2 9 + 6. TALS “681 ‘139 449 PEY 715 -34 It should be noted that the Madrid Office ceased to function as of 12/18/63. The Jackson Office, which was created 7/10/64, is not shown in the foregoing list. Offices whose designations are preceded by an asterisk still have suggestions pending resolution. While the actual number of submissions declined slightly from the previous year, our percentage of adoption, which was 30. 8%, improved substantially and exceeds: the National adoption rate of 24-26%. The anticipated tangible savings of almost $44, 000 also surpassed last year's total. I want to take this opportunity to thank all of our employees for the interest manifested by their participation in this vital program and to ask that this excellent spirit of cooperation continue to characterize our efforts during the present year. ~ 8/25/64 —_ . SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 ' (C) JUVENILES - DEFERRED/PROSECUTION SYSTEM - FINGERPRINTING -- A question has been raised by the field concerning the necessity or advisability of taining the fingerprints of a juvenile who is summoned to the office of the United 8/25/64 | . SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 -3- NW 55044 Doocld: 32989526 Page 651
States Attorney to fe handled under the Deferred Prosecution System, commonly known as the Brooklyn Plan, and who is not arrested at any stage of the proceed- ° ings against him. \ ° The Department has advised that its policy is that if a juvenile is ‘arrested his fingerprints are to be taken, but in any case where the juvenile is not arrested his fingerprints should not be obtained. Moreover, that "whenever possible" juveniles who are to be handled under the Brooklyn Plan should not be arrested. An arrest tends to defeat one of the prime purposes of the Plan, which is to avoid giving the juvenile the stigma of a criminal record. You are to be guided by the above instructions. In the cases of juveniles not arrested, no attempt of any kind should be made to obtain the fingerprints of the juvenile, either by consent or otherwise. 8/25/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 7 (D) ‘TESTIMONY OF AGENTS’-- A Federal trial judge has criticized severely a Special Agent of the FBI for having "volunteered" testimony that was irrelevant to the case being tried, and possibly so prejudicial to one defendant as to constitute grounds for mistrial. In response to questions asked upon direct examination, the Agent. testified to relevant statements made to him by a second defendant. At the conclusion of this testimony, the prosecutor asked, 'Then what did Mr. say?" After attempting to avoid answering this question, the Agent was directed by the judge to answer the question first and to offer any necessary explanation later. The Agent then testified to an additional remark made by one defendant which linked another defendant to a separate and distinct crime of state jurisdiction. The correct answer to the prosecutor's question asked under the circumstances is "nothing about this matter,‘ or other words having the same meaning. Such an answer truthfully admits that something else was said, but also puts the court on notice that in the judgment of the Agent the additional remarks have no relevancy to the issues at trial: If the judge doubts the Agent's judgment as to relevancy, he can dismiss the jury and direct the Agent to answer the question out of the jury's hearing. If the judge persists in directing the Agent to answer without dismissing the jury, as might conceivably occur, the responsibility for bringing improper testimony into ’ the trial is that of the judge, not the Agent. 8/25/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 . - 4- NW 35044 Doocld: 329599526 Page 652
Doubts concerning relevancy can best be resolved by conferring with the prosecutor before trial. In any event, all investigative personnel in your office must be advised that whether through conferences with the prosecutor or exercise of the Agent's own. judgment on the stand, itis expected that testimony will be confined to matters which are relevant. 8/25/64 r | SAC LETTER NO, 64-43 ‘ | ai (E} FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY - MEMBERSHIP IN FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY POSSIBLE CLUB -- As the result of a recent suggestion, a National Academy Possible Club will be initiated and a medal will be awarded to National Academy (NA) students and graduates ir good standing who shoot a perfect score on the Practical Pistol Course (PPC) either on the ranges at Quantico or during regularly scheduled Bureau firearms sessions in the field under the same conditions as required of Special Agenis. Names of NA men who shoot perfect scores on a record run of the PPC will be placed cn an FBINA Possible Club Plaque at the FBI Academy at Quantico. In each case, the Special Agent in Charge must submit a letter (original and three copies) to the Bureau marked for the attention of the FBINA Desk in the Training Division. This letter must specifically certify that the possible was shot during a regularly scheduled firearms session on a record run over the prescribed distances and within the prescribed time - limits for the PPC. The letter must contain the names of the observer who witnessed the shooting of the target and the firearms instructor who was in charge of the firearms session and who must have personally scored the target. All 50 hits in the K-5 area cf the target must be clearly distinguishable. If there is any question as to the correct score on any target, it should be forwarded to the Bureau, Attention: Training Division, for final scoring. A graduate who fired a possible while attending the NA will be awarded a medal only upon his specific request and subject to verification by existing Bureau records. The award will not be made retroactive for those who have fired possibles during a regularly scheduled FBI field office firearms session but will be placed into effect to include all firearms sessions subsequent to August 15, 1964. For.membership in the Possible Club the perfect score must be fired with either a Bureau-issue-type revolver or a personally owned revolver with no more than a four-inch barrel. . 8/25/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 - 5 - e NW 55044 Doold: 32989526 ,Page 653
(F) WORK-RELATED INJURIES - FISCAL YEAR 1964 -- Enclosed is a statisticalcompilationcovering work-related injuries sustained in the field during fiscal year 1964. This report should be compared with the report furnished to you by SAC Letter 63-40. There was an increase of 23 injuries during fiscal year 1964. The injury rate throughout the Bureau for fiscal year 1964 was approximately 3.72 per cent. If your office exceeds this average rate of work-related injuries, you must immediately take any action necessary to reduce the number of work- related injuries. All employees should be advised of the necessity of our safety programs and instructed to use every satety precaution in the performance of their duties. (Security Letter on attached page ) 8/25/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 - 6 -. WW 55044 Docld:32999526 Page 654
; I | } ~ i i (G) COMMUNIST INFILTRATION ¢ OF THE FBI -- = tetormatibd dk veloped by THiRD AGENCY ComsipeRarjoays flassified "Secret /No Foreign Dissem," which reportedly originated with a communist leader in Panama h ving good knowledge of Communist Party security activities, reveals the S curity Organization (SO) of the Communist Party of Panama has listed a'iumber of United States Government entities in Panama as targets on which information is to be collected by the SO. The FBI is specifically mentioned as a target. Although Bureau has no personnel assigned in Panama, all personnel should be most alert during investigations for any indications that Panamanian Communist Party or any other foreign subversive group is attempting to penetrate the FBI or other United States agency. Applicant investigations involving persons with Panamanian background should be most thoroughly investigated. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director . ' Les RAD feos Redundant Oe ase HN to wor ) Enclosure for (F) 8/25/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-43 7 Te TAN Ss 09 —poerdrs2989526—Page 665 -e Fr ee = F
NW 35044 Doold:32989526 Page 656 a eenenememne - nd —_— ~ _ Etc | PERSONAL ATTENTION’ i : ; SAC LETTER NO. 64-48 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to September 29, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File No. . T (A) THOROUGHNESS OF INVESTIGATIONS -- You are aware that the results of many phases of our investigations are given extremely wide dissemination at Seat of Government to all executive branches of the Government including the White House. The excellence or conversely the lack of excellence of our reports and memoranda reporting the results of our investigations is the & standard by which we are judged. I am gravely concerned over the gross derelictions exhibited by various offices in conducting and reporting investigations of extreme importance recently. In numerous instances the Bureau has received communications from recipients of our reports and memoranda which pointed out gaps in our investigations as well as other defects and shortcomings. It is your responsibility to insure that our investigations are thorough, complete, and reported in an incisive manner. Our reports should be such that at no time will a situation arise where gaps or defects in our investigations can be called to our attention. There must be an immediate improvement in this over-all Situation. Any necessity to call the above-mentioned facts to your attention in the-future will result in severe administrative action.
(B) ACCOMPLISHMENTS - PRESENTATION OF CASES TO UNITED STATES ATTORNEY -- Criminal investigations handled by the FBI are designed to obtain evidence for prosecution in Federal court and not in state or local courts. When Agents discuss cases with the U. S. Attorney (USA) or his ‘assistant, it is expected that such will be done with sufficient aggressiveness to insure the Bureau's interests are protected. While it is the prerogative of the USA and his staff to authorize prosecution, it is stressed that we do not have the manpower to investigate violations which are later prosecuted in other than Federal courts. During presentations of cases to USA's, it is expected that the amount of time and effort expended by Bureau personnel will be mentioned in its proper perspective. Consideration can then be given to this factor by the USA prior. to deciding whether he will decline prosecution in favor of handling by local authorities. You should bear in mind that if a case is investigated by the FBI and prosecuted in local court additional Agent time and expense may well be lost if Bureau personnel are called on to testify in state court. Effective immediately, whenever Federal prosecution is declined ' by a USA or his assistant in favor of prosecution by local authorities, and investigation has been conducted by Bureau personnel, the Bureau should be notified immediately by airtel or more expeditious means depending on the circumstances involved.: This communication should contain a concise summary of the violation, the extent of the investigation conducted by your office, and the specific reason why the USA feels the matter should be handled in local court. You should also include your recommendations as to whether this matter should be taken up with departmental officials at the headquarters level. This notification to the Bureau does not apply to cases involving juveniles or where the USA declines in favor of handling in local court prior | to investigation being conducted by your office. These instructions do not alter the requirement that the Bureau be immediately advised when USA's decline prosecution in criminal matters where military personnel are involved. The above should be brought to the attention of all investigative personnel: Appropriate manual changes follow. . (Security Letter on attached page) 9/29/64 . SAC LETTER NO. 64-48 ~2- HW 55044 Doold: 32989526 Page 657
4 | WW 55044 Docld: 32589526 Page 658 (C) SECURITY INDEX - CHINA ~ CUBA -- Arrangements have been worked out with the Department and the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) for the special handling of Chinese and Cuban aliens on the Security Index (SI) in time of a limited emergency. As a result thereof, any infor- mation received through our sources in connection with our SI responsibilities indicating a change in residence and/or employment of a Chinese or Cuban alien on the SI would be of immediate interest to INS on a local level. INS headquarters and the Department have also expressed a desire to promptly receive information of this type in addition to that routinely furnished by reports and letterhead memoranda. ( a MAL AN ET sae in bot aa AURA CSW LRN 3, f Form FD-366 has been devised and is currently being utilized in connection with our program to keep Secret Service promptly advised . of changes of residence and/or employment of SI subjects. In view of the above, when submitting form FD-366 reporting changes concerning Chinese and Cuban aliens in the future, furnish one copy to INS as well as Secret Service locally. Also furnish four copies instead of the normal two copies to the Bureau for appropriate dissemination at the Seat of Government. Bear in mind, however, in filling out the reference on the FD-366 that some memoranda have been expressly prepared for dissemination to Secret Service only, and have not been furnished to the Department or INS; therefore, the copy furnished INS locally and two of the copies furnished the Bureau should reference the last communication to INS. . ? Very truly yours, oo John Edgar Hoover Director 9/29/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-48 -3-
PERSONAL: 4 NO NUMBER SAC L UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTIC ETTER 64-F FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION InR oly, Please Refer to October 26, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 te SEPlys File No. a RE: PREPARATION OF ABSTRACTS IN CONNECTION WITH CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE INVESTIGATIONS AND "JUNE" MATERIAL of Detailed summaries of highly sensitive information set forth ; in communications in criminal intelligence investigations are not desirable | on abstracts submitted with these communications. Accordingly, ail Agents handling criminal intelligence investigations should be cautioned to avoid inclusion of unnecessary sensitive information on abstracts in such matters. . . “f° In cases where it is necessary to mark a communication or memorandum "June," the body of the accompanying abstract should ° contain no reference to any highly confidential techniques, and,’ further;— the information contained in these abstracts should be carefully - paraphrased so as not 'to reveal the presence or naiure of the technique utilized. These regulations apply to both the field and the Seat of Government. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director SMW 55044 DocId:32989526 Page 659
_ PERSONAL ATTENTION . SAC LETTER NO, 64-52 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE | FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to October 27, 1964 “WASHINGTON, D.c. 20535 File No. ~~ (A) HOUSEHOLD GOODS - COMMUTATION OF EXPENSES FOR TRANSPORTATION OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL EFFECTS -- The General Services Administration has prescribed two changes in the commuted rates for the transportation of household goods and personal effects. The first change, Circular Number 263, Revision Number 5, applies to shipments , commencing August 25, 1964. The second change, Supplement Number 1, applies to shipments commencing October 2, 1964. Copies of the changes are enclosed and additional copies will be forwarded to your office under separate cover. - : . T All employees of your office who have occasion to submit vouchers for the transportation and storage of household goods and personal effects should review the new rates to insure that vouchers are submitted correcily. Those employees who have previously submitted vouchers for transportation of household goods which commenced on August 25, 1964, should be advised that supplemental vouchers should be submitted to reach the Bureau no later than December 1, 1964. i .- 10/27/64 ' SAC LETTER NO. 64-52 (B) INTERVIEWS -- Current instructions as set forth in the Manual ot Instructions, (Volume 1, Section 2, page 16) and the FBI Handbook (Part Il, page 13a, Item 17) require interviews with witnesses, suspects and subjects, for the purpose of obtaining information, be conducted wherever possible in the daytime. an Time of interviews must be arranged with due regard to the rights of individuals to be free from unnecessary interference or inconvenience. ° Where circumstances indicate the availability of an individual for interview on the following day, the exercise of good judgment would indicate the undesirability of attempting to interview him at night or in the early morning hours. You should insure that the supervisory and investigative staff of your office are aware of the importance of arranging interviews to avoid any basis for complaint as to the manner in which the FBI discharges its investigative responsibilities. This reiterates instructions contained in SAC Letter 62-25 dated May 1, 1962. NW 55044 Doold:32989526 Page 660
L (C) REPORT WRITING - SUBMISSION OF REPORTS -- Several instances have been noted during a recent field office inspection where there had been no Submission of reports over an extended period of time in cases wherein thefts of high value from interstate shipment had occurred. It is apparent that such cases cannot properly be supervised in the field or at the Seat of Government without prompt submission of investigative reports. Effective immediately, investigative reports must be submitted within 45 days in each and every instance where it is determined the loss by theft, fraud, embezzlement or robbery in those cases over which the Bureau has jurisdiction amounts to $10,000 or more. This provision will apply specifically to those investigative matters handled under the current 90-day reporting rule, such as in Theft from Interstate Shipment, Theft of Government Property, and Crime on Government Reservation cases. Losses by theft or otherwise in these cases of less than $10, 000 will continue to be reported under the existing 90- day rule. There will be no change in the existing-rule applicable to the submission of reports in the Interstate Transportation of Stolen Property classification since shortly after these matters initially are opened it is often determined they do not come within the investigative jurisdiction of the Bureau. The reporting rule applying to other categories of cases, such as Bank Robbery ‘matters, Civil Rights cases, etc., remains as set forth in the Manual of Instructions. J want it clearly understood that these cases must receive -intelligent and close supervision and such delays as noted above will result _in administrative action being taken. 10/27/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-52 (D) DEPARTMENTAL ORDER 324-64 - COURT TESTIMONY - DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION OR MATERIAL IN RESPONSE TO SUBPOENA, ORDER OR OTHER DEMAND -- Investigative personnel have long been familiar with Departmental Order 3229, superseded by 260-62, both of which prohibited employees of the Department of Justice from disclosing information or material in the files of the Department of Justice without permission of the Attorney General.;Order 260-62 has now been superseded, effective October 10, 1964, on publication in the Federal Register that day, by Departmental Order 324-64. 10/27/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-52 _9- WW 55044 Doold: 32999526 Page 661
The purpose of the new Order is to broaden the prohibition to cover not only information and material in files but, also, any other information or material acquired by the employee as a part of the performance of his official duties or because of his official status.) The new Order reads as follows: "Sec. "16.1 Production cr disclosure of official information or material in response to a subpoena, order, or other demand prohibited unless approved by the Attorney General. "16,2 Procedure in the event of a demand for production or disclosure. "16.3 Procedure in the event of an adverse ruling. "16,1 Production or disclosure of official information or material in response to a subpoena, order, or other demand pro- hibited unless approved by. the Attorney General. "No officer or employee of the Department of Justice shall produce or disclose, in response to a subpoena, order, or other demand (hereinafter in this Part referred to as a ‘demand’) of a court or other authority any information or material contained in the files of the Depart- ment of Justice or any other information or material acquired as a part of the performance of his official duties or because of his official status, without the prior approval of the Attorney General. For the purposes of this Part, the term ‘officer or employee of the Department of Justice' includes all officers and employees of the United States appointed by, or subject to the supervision, jurisdiction, or control of, the Attorney General of the United States, including United States Attorneys, United States Marshals, and members of the staffs of those officials. "16.2 Procedure in the event of a demand for production or disclosure. "(a) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, whenever a demand is made upon an officer or employee of the Depart- ment of Justice for the production or disclosure of information or 10/27/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-52 -3- MW 35044 Doold: 32969526 _Page | 662
material contained in the files of the Department of Justice or for the production or disclosure of any other information or material acquired as a part of the performance of his official duties or because of his official status, he shall immediately notify the Attorney General of such demand. If possible, the Attorney General shall be notified before the officer or employee concerned replies to, or appears before, the court or other authority. "(2) The appropriate United States Attorney, or such other attorney as may be designated for the purpose, shall appear with the officer or employee upon whom the demand shall have been made, and inform the court or other authority (A) that § 16.1 of this Part prohibits the officer or employee from producing or disclosing the information or material demanded without the prior approval of the Attorney General, and (B) that the demand has been, or is being, as the case may be, referred for the prompt consideration of the Attorney General. The United States Attorney, or the attorney designated, shall provide the court or other authority with a copy of the regulations prescribed in this Part and shall respectfully request the court or other authority to stay the demand pending the receipt of instructions or directions from the Attorney General concerning the demand. '(b) Whenever a demand of the type described in paragraph (a) of this section is made upon an officer or employee of the Department of Justice by a court or other authority while he is appearing before, or is otherwise in the presence of the court or other authority, the officer or employee, or the United States Attorney or other appropriate Government attorney, acting. on behalf of the officer or employee, shall (1) immediately inform the court or other authority that 8 16.1 of this Part prohibits the officer or employee from producing or disclosing the information or material demanded without the prior approval of the Attorney General, and (2) offer to refer the demand for the prompt con- sideration of the Attorney General. Unless the court or other authority withdraws the demand, the United States Attorney, or other appropriate Government attorney, shall provide the court or other authority with a copy of the regulations prescribed by this Part and shall respectfully request the court or other authority to stay the demand pending the receipt of instructions or directions from the Attorney General concerning the demand. 10/27/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-52 ~4- NW 35044 Doold: 32989526 Page 663
MW 55044 Docld: 32585526 Page 664 "16.3 Procedure in the event of an adverse ruling. "If the court or other authority declines to stay the effect of the demand in response to a request made in accordance with either § 16. 2(a)(2) or § 16. 2(b) pending the receipt of instructions or directions from the Attorney General, or if the court or other authority rules adversely on any claim of privilege that may be asserted in conformity with the provisions of this Part or with instructions or directions issued by the Attorney General pursuant thereto, the officer or employee upon whom the demand shall have been made shall, pursuant to the regulations prescribed in this Part, respectfully decline to produce or disclose the material or information demanded (United States ex rel. Touhy v. Ragen, 340 U.S. 426). "Order No. 260-62 is hereby superseded. "The provisions of this order shall be effective when this order is filed for publication in the Federal Register. "Nicholas deB. Katzenbach "Acting Attorney General" All Bureau personnel whose duties might bring them into court — or into any other situation in which official demands might be made upon them to produce information or material must be familiar with Departmental Order 324-64 in content and by official designation. Questions concerning the use of this Order by employees to refuse production should be taken up with the United States Attorney, with as much anticipation of the actual demand as possible. 10/27/64 , | an SAC LETTER NO, 64-52 (E). OPENING OF CASES -- During recent inspections it has been found necessary to instruct offices to close a number of cases which had been improperly opened, primarily in Bureau applicant, deserter, interstate transportation of stolen motor vehicle (ITSMV) and interstate transportation of stolen property (ITSP) matters. Inspectors have determined that Bureau applicant cases were being opened on persons of unknown qualifications who might be possibly interested in employment with the Bureau and were being contacted 10/27/64 ~ a SAC LETTER NO, 64-52 -5- |
to ascertain their interest. Deserter cases were being opened as the result of inquiries concerning local absent without leave personnel wherein communications were being submitted to Bureau to determine if AWOL fugitive in possible deserter status. Of course, there is no objection to a case being opened if subject is found to be a deserter. ITSMV cases were being opened upon receipt of stolen car reports from local law enforcement agencies and the submission of FD-298 forms to Cincinnati for check with Cincinnati Confidential Source 309-C records as to possible ITSMV violation. At the time of initial contact no information was received indicating any ITSMV violation, ITSP cases were opened upon information received from Federal Reserve Banks and forwarded to other offices concerning checks which were possibly ITSP violations in the other offices. In the above situations no actual investigation was conducted by the office in which the cases were opened. Generally, the cases were being obtained. by one person on a volume basis and opened upon data which might possibly require investigation. They were subsequently closed administratively when it proved that no investigation was necessary. The reason stated for opening these cases was attributed to Part II, Section 3 E, Manual of Rules and Regulations, which provides that files are to be made up when one or more interviews are to be conducted. This provision, however, “refers. to investigative interviews and not to liaison contacts, receipt of inquiries or records checks from which information is procured which may or may not require ‘investigation. This, of course, is to be distinguished from record checks made pursuant to actual investigative leads from other offices. Cases may be opened on this type of record check. Information received in the above categories should be more appropriately handled through control or zero files. The opening of cases in such matters results in an inflated case load and in addition creates unnecessary administrative work. I want to make it crystal clear that cases are to be opened only where one or more interviews of an investigative type are contemplated. The above instructions are in no way intended to restrict your making inquiry of all logical sources to obtain cases having prosecutive potential. 10/27/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-52 - 6- NW 35044 Doold: 32989526 Page | 665
(F) DISSEMINATION OF CRIMINAL INFORMATION TO OTHER AGENCIES -- Reference is made to SAC Letter Number 59-30, Section E, which specifically ‘refers to reporting the total number of items disseminated in this program. In this connection, it has come to the Bureau's attention in one instance that items of criminal information disseminated to a number of police agencies within one division were tabulated as one item for each of.the receiving agencies rather than as a single item of dissemination for the office. In view of this, it is felt that in order to assure uniformity in the handling of this phase of the program, the following procedure should be emphasized at this time: An item which is circularized or furnished to numerous agencies should be counted as a single dissemination regardless of the number of agencies to which furnished. This includes Identification Orders, Apprehension Orders, Wanted Flyers, Check Circulars, and communications of a similar nature. ‘In addition, you are reminded again that this program should be ’ closely followed in order to insure that all items, including those orally disseminated to other agencies, are properly recorded on a daily basis and that all personnel, including those with supervisory responsibilities, are encouraged to develop the fullest potential of this program. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director Enclosures for (A) 10/27/64 . SAC LETTER NO, 64-52 -~T- NW 35044 Doocld: 329599526 Page 666
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PERSONAL ATT ENTION _ SAC LETTER NO. 64-3" | (ar ee UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE : K weacperel? FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION | : red | : a RPh Refer t0 January 14, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.C. i ty, Picasa Re, Tite ve. fA) EMERGENCY MEDICAL IDENTIFICATION CARDS - HEALTH AND IMMUNIZATION RECORD -- Re SAC Letter 63-59 of 12-10-63. ‘Each | division is being furnished a supply of "Health and Immunization Record" ; ‘ - forms for distribution to employees desiring to use them. Employees , .g' wid be informed of the availability of the forms which can be reduced | { billfold size. As approved by the American Medical Association; ~ -—--~----——-+-— ; ie forms bear the universal symbol which may serve as a warning hat the individual suifers from a physical disability or illness requiring pecial care, or is allergic to certain drugs, and the like. Employees «Sing the form will be responsible for obtaining and recording the required data and should not expect the Bureau to do so. For example, blood type | and factor could be obtained when donating blood. The form should also | be made available to employees as they enter on duty. Should additional forms be needed, submit requests to Bureau. rs | -emhiairtd 3 wal atin bans melanin domeael be bch ane meena 1-14-64 ‘ ‘ os ae ~._SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 j ° (B) FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY ASSOCIATES - RETRAINING SESSIONS -- Advise the Bureau, Attention: Training Division, by June 1,.1964, the dates and places of your 1964 retraining sessions for graduates of the FBI National Academy. - If your retraining session will be held in advance of that date, Bureau should™ be advised at least thirty days in advance. You should make certain that emphasis is placed upon the training aspects so that the graduates in attendance may receive real benefit therefrom. The Bureau should be furnished with the detailed program to be followed and you should keep in mind that carefully planned annual retraining — Sessions are effective media whereby the graduates can be allied more closely ' to each other and to the Bureau in meeting our common problems. Your attention is directed to Part II, Section 1 B, 13, page 12, of the Manual of Rules and Regulations concerning the attendance of Bureau personnel at FBI National Academy retraining sessions. These instructions must be closely followed. a MW 55044 Docld:32989526 Page 672 eR ERECT IEITY . 4
~ (C) ‘VISIT OF HER MAJESTY QUEEN FREDERIKA OF GREECE TO i, UNITED STATES, JANUARY, 1964-- Her Majesty Queen Frederika of : Greece, her daughter, Princess Irene, and a small entourage are scheduled to visit the United States between January 21 and February 7, 1964. Present itinerary indicates she will be in New York City January 21-26, - 1964, and will be in Washington, D. C., January 26-30, 1964. From _____ January 31, 1964, to February 7, 1964, "her itinerary is not firm, but \ could include visits to Capé Kennedy, Florida; ; Boston; Massachusetts;— - and New York.City. She is scneduled to leave the United States on February 7, 1964, from New York City by ship. Although Her Majesty will tour the United States in a private capacity, the Department of State will implement and request security protection and measures that are normally extended to a foreign head of state. Department of State is concerned about her safety in view of the harassing and embarrassing actions taken against her during her two visits to England in 1963. Reportedly, demonstrations were made by the militant "Committee of 100'' which is demanding the release of certain _ political prisoners in Greece. It was indicated these demonstrations were communist inspired and that Similar demouustratious may bc aivempted during her visit to the United States. A second point of concern is that — im connection with her contemplated visit to Barnard College, Columbia University, New York City, on January 22, 1964, there may be organized efforts to create embarrassing incidents since in October, 1963, an article ~ appeared in the Columbia University newspaper alleging that Her Majesty was a Nazi sympathizer during World War II. ; State Department has requested FBI and other appropriate Government agencies concerned to explore possible existence of any effort by the Communist Party, USA, communist front.organizations or any _ dissident groups to create any incidents which could prove dangerous to the personal safety of Her Majesty or prove embarrassing to her and to the United States Government. Accordingly, all offices should immediately contact any informants and sources in a position to furnish information of this nature and forward to the Bureau in a form suitable for dissemination any pertinent data so developed. ' Informants and sources in a position to acquire such data in the future should be alerted to the necessity for prompt reporting. Information Concerning threats, violence or hostile demonstrations against Her Majesty, her entourage or her government should be immediately furnished to the Bureau, to © appropriate I local police, to appropriate local office of security, SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 -~2-
United States Department of State, where available, and to New York which will be considered office of origin. Notify Bureau of dissemination made. Communications in this matter should be submitted under above caption. 1-14-64 ; SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 - 3 _ (D) HARVARD BUSINESS REVIEW -- The January-February, 1964, issue of the above-captioned magazine contains my article entitled ''The U. 5. Business- man Faces the Soviet Spy."' This article discusses in detail efforts by Soviet diplomats to make personal and friendly contact with American businessmen and how they hope to exploit these contacts to secure information of value to “ them. The article also sets forth suggestions on how citizens can help the FBI defeat these Soviet spy efforts. This article should be considered as a possible investigative aid AVRa»+rqtinn in €spionage cases. In the past, the Bureau has received-valuable information from individuals who had read my previous but shorter articles on this topic. Any such cases resulting from this article should promptly be called to the Bureau's attention; mark for the attention of Crime Records Division. Three copies of the article are being furnished to each field office. The Bureau has limited supply of additional copies. If more copies are desired, they should be requested. ° SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 -3-
| 1 wo \ (ey 3 RACIAL INFORMANTS -- New Manual of Instructions and FBI Handbook sections containing detailed instructions regarding the handling of racial : informants and sources have been prepared. Classification 170 has been i assigned. Upon receipt of these new sections, each field office will review ‘ all pending cases on racial informants and: make necessary changes in files ¢ id indices to conform with the new classification number and instructions. . EMA Fa Effective upon receipt of the forthcoming manual changes; © include in your monthly report of all expenditures from the confidential fund the total amount paid each month to racial informants and sources. This separate category for payments to racial informants and sources will appear in the portion of your monthly report entitled "Summary of Payments to Informants and Sources" and should be shown in the same > manner that you now show breakdown of information relative to criminal and security informants and sources. The effectiveness of the Racial Informant Program is your personal-responsibility and itwill-be.incumbent unon you to implement the new instructions and to achieve positive results. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director 1-14-64 SC “SAC LETTER NO. 64-3 ry oe MW 35044  Docld: 32959526 Page 676
t PERSCNAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE | : i FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to January 21, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.c. File Ne. (A) TRAINING - FIREARMS AND DEFENSIVE TACTICS - CALENDAR YEAR 1964 -- Attached are copies of the Field Firearms and Defensive Tactics ’ raining Program for the 1964 calendar year which should be studied by nstructors in your office to insure uniform training. 1/21/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 Jt (B) TRAINING - AGENTS’ ANNUAL TECHNICAL TRAINING - 1964 -- Enclosed for each office are five copies of captioned training program. 1/21/64 : SAC LETTER NO. 64-4. (C) BUREAU MATERIAL TRANSMITTED BY AIRLINE PILOTS (AMERICAN AIRLINES) -- Reférence is made to SAC Letter 63-11, part A, dated 3-5-63 indicating it was permissible to transmit FBI material in the custody of airline pilots provided the utilization of such service is limited to extreme ~ _ emergency and the material is transmitted in an envelope bearing the posiage indicia in order to comply with postal regulations. — _ An official of American Airlines has indicated that in responding - to such requests they would render all cooperation possible but that, where time permits, our material, rather than being placed in the personal custody of their pilots, would be sent air express. Thereafter, responsible employees of American Airlines will take all steps necessary to insure prompt delivery at point of destination to a Special Agent of the FBI. As previously indicated, this type of cooperative service should be utilized only in extreme emergency and in compliance with postal regulations requiring the use of envelopes bearing the postage indicia. _f 1/21/64 SAC;LETTER NO. 64-4 (D) | TRAINING - POLICE - SPECIALIZED SCHOOLS ON AUTOMOBILE THEFT -- In view of the continuing problem of automobile theft, itis desired that you consider conducting specialized police schools on that ; topic. Such schools afford us an excellent opportunity to emphasize our NW 55044 Docld: 32989526 Page 677 eee
jurisdiction in such matters, and to highlight to the general public, through . -well-planned publicity, our interest and responsibilities in this field. The curriculum of the schools may include such topics as The Automobile Theft Problem (including most recent statistics), FBI Jurisdiction in ITSMV Cases, Modus Operandi of Auto Thieves, How to Spot a Stolen Car, and Processing Stolen Cars for Evidence. Also, a representative of the National-Automobile Theft Bureau may be invited to participate in the schools, to explain how his Bureau may be of assistance. Each field division has films which are appropriate for use in such schools. While these specialized schools are not to be solicited, you should bring them to the attention of law enforcement agencies in your division. Law enforcement organizations, such as Chiefs and Sheriffs Associations, may be interested in cooperating in arrangements for a series of these specialized schools. (Security Letters on attached pages) ‘1/21/64 a SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 °° QS
- (E) ESPIONAGE INVESTIGATIONS -- Espionage violations in which there is . ‘no apparent participation by or with a foreign government can involve misuse, F unauthorized disclosure, theft or photographing of material relating to the national defense (Title 18, Section 798, 795, 796, 797, 798, United States Code). These are carried under the Espionage - X character. In investi- ; gating these cases it is imperative that it be borne in mind that the illegal act may—-have-been-committed_at the request or behest_of a foreign agent although the person committing the violation was unaware of the foreign. ramification. There are numerous instances in Bureau files in which an American citizen who was also an agent of a foreign principal requested _. another American who was unaware of this foreign connection to obtain information concerning the national defense either because of friendship or for financial gain. If the Espionage ~ X investigation discloses that an agent of a foreign principal is involved, it could very well mean that foreign ramifications are present which could increase the importance of the case as well as the degree of possible damage to the national defense. You should assure that Espionage - X cases receive thorough and complete investigative action and that itis resolved during these investigations - whether there are.anyv foreign ramifications. _ . “y 1/21/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 f (F) INTERNAL SECURITY - NATIONALISTIC TENDENCY -- Section 105B, Manual of Instructions, points out that one of the aims of our investigations. in the Nationalistic Field is to develop information concerning conditions in foreign countries. This Section instructs that an effort should.be made to obtain this type of information as it might have a bearing on the current ‘or future policy of the United States toward such countries or might aid the intelligence agencies to engage more effectively in counterintelligence activities. Except in very rare and unusual instances information of this type is, of course, given wide dissemination by the Bureau immediately upon its receipt. , A glance at almost any current newspaper will establish the fact that revolutionary activity is rampant in foreign countries, particularly in the Caribbean and Latin-American areas. The concern of State Department and other Government agencies is obvious. Field offices have frequently received allegations of an apparently significant nature from a confidential informant or source and in most instances have promptly forwarded.such information to the Bureau. It has been noted, however, that on occasions 1/21/64 Sot ee ge . SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 -3- Es SSMW-55044 Docld: 329895296 Page 679 -
where time was deemed of the essence as, for example, whereian invasion of a foreign country was allegedly imminent, the Bureau has been furnished a summary by teletype or by other expeditious means but the teletype failed to state whether the information should be classified ‘ad/or that details would follow immediately in form suitable for dissemination. In such instances-these-points-should be covered-in. the original communication and full details should be expeditiously forwarded. Too frequently allegations indicating a critical situation exists have been received from sources and forwarded to the Bureau without indicating whether the field is taking any action to corroborate or further develop the information. The field must recognize that the Government may go to considerable expense and effort as a result of receiving one of these allegations and the field must assume the responsibility, without prodding from the Bureau, of promptly checking these allegations | out wherever possible. The original communication to the Bureau or the cover airtel where letterhead memorandum is used must spell out | Fasw & just what is being done by the field in this regard. | - A large part of our information in these cases comes from 5 exiled nationals of the countries involved. The field is reminded that — , such information may be colored by the individual prejudices and loyalties of such sources and that, therefore, their information cannot be accepted at face value. They must be pinned down to actual facts in their possession. In this connection the Bureau has noted an increasing laxity on the part of the field in this type of case to properly attribute information to sources. Where a source does not possess information as of his own knowledge the communication must not permit the inference that this is the case. It should be determined how and from whom the source obtained his information and, wherever possible, this data should be included in the memorandum or report prepared for dissemination. You are instructed to bring the above matters to the attention of all Agents handling cases in the Nationalistic Tendency Field. Very truly yours, ‘John Edgar Hoover Enclosures for () & ®&) . Director 1/21/64 . SAC LETTER NO. 64-4 ~4- NW 55044 Docid: 32989526 Page 6680
PERSONAL NO NUMBER Bac LETTER 64-A UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTIC FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In “Reply Please Refer to January 24, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.c. File Ne, RE:—-BUREAU: CODES-——______________. AFSAM 7 One set of AFSAM 7 key lists for months of March, April and May, 1964, being forwarded separately to all domestic and foreign offices except Washington Field which will receive none} six copies being furnished Bureau's Emergency Relocation Site; and.six copies Seat of | Government Code Room. ‘ Domestic offices should acknowledge receipt promptly by routing slip and foreign offices by deferred (State Department priority "Routine") cable, indicating serial numbers which appear thereon; address label on individual tamperproofed envelope containing keys even though torn while opening package; and destroy, by burning, i each monthly sheet thirty days after last effective date thereof, q advising the Bureau promptly, attention FBI Annex, this has been — done. It is essential the address label mentioned above be returned in order to control security of shipment. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director Miurs5044_nocta:azsses26 Page 681 _
PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 64-5— UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Ja Reply, Please Refer to January 28, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.c. a Ys File Ne. — (A) VOUCHER MATTERS -- The number of vouchers submitted to the Bureau requiring correction, suspension or return is increasing. All employees preparing and submitting vouchers should be reminded of the necessity of strict adherence to the instructions set forth in Part II, Section 7, of the Manual of Rules and Regulations. 1-28-64 . - SAC LETTER NO. 64-5 | ee | (B) COMMUNICATIONS - UNAUTHORIZED USE OF GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA) FACILITIES - TELETYPES -- You are referred ; to SAC Letter 61-71, (B), dated December 19, 1961. - - Recently, one Bureau field office made use of GSA teletypewriter facilities as an emergency measure, pending installation of additional , TWX teletype facilities, to handle a large volume of outgoing teletypes. a4 This use of GSA facilities was not authorized by the Bureau. . I want it thoroughly understood that no use is to be made of any type of GSA communications facilities under any circumstances without © prior Bureau approval, even in emergency Situations. 1-28-64 . SAC LETTER NO, 64-5. * wo rs . Ps . co - (C) CASES CLOSED UPON AUTHORITY OF SAC - REPORT WRITING -- Ef- i fective immediately you are instructed to maintain a control file on all cases i closed by memorandum upon the authority of the SAC. ‘This file should : contain a copy of the closing memorandum for each of the cases so closed. Copies of correspondence on‘cases closed upon authority of the U. S. Attorney : for legal reasons should not be placed in this control file nor should copies of reports sent to the Bureau advising the case is being closed upon the : authority of the SAC. ‘ er ae oie c This control file should be maintained from one inspection to another. The Inspector will review the cases closed upon the authority of the SAC by memorandum to insure they have received appropriate attention. After completion x Of the inspection the office will be advised-in the inspection letter when they. car. destroy the memoranda in the control file. NW55044_ Docld: 32989526 Page 682
(D) FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION MATTERS -- Effective February 1, 1964, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is tightening up on certain certifications relative to home improvement loans, it insures . der_its Title I program. For example, all borrowers, makers and cosigners just henceforth sign the complétién certificate-and the borrower's authorization——. certificate. Application for credit forms have been revised to include an ; amplified certificate by the salesman and by any person other than the borrower who prepares the application. In addition, the completion certificate has been strengthened by requiring a certification by the dealer that he has paid all his bills in connection with the work done or that he will do so within sixty days. FHA has also informed Title I lending institutions that they will be expected to inspect one out of each ten home improvement jobs performed by a dealer for at least six months after approving same. Thereafter, spot checks are to be made as frequently as necessary to assure fidelity of the dealer's performance, - The foregoing new regulations should provide more data as to identity of persons responsible for preparation of forms and should cause lending oS institutions to take an active part in processing loans they insure in behalf of the Government. Since old forms may continue to be used in these cases, yéu must be careful to differentiate between the varying language of the certificates thereon. These new instructions provide a suitable opportunity for discussion of FHA Matters with lending institutions, which are usually the first to learn of indicated violations. Effective liaison with such sources will assist your office in getting criminal cases more promptly through simultaneous notification of the FBI as well as FHA in such investigations. Vigorous efforts should be made to arrange for such prompt referrals. As you have been previously instructed, all cases in this classification must continue to receive expeditious, vigorous and imaginative attention. (Security Letter on attached page) 1-28-64 SAC LETTER NO, 64-5 -2- SMW_55044 Docld: 329895236 Page 683 .
(E) CHINESE COMMUNIST ACTIVITIES IN THE UNITED STATES -- Reference is made to SAC Letter 63-33 {E) dated July 9, 1963. Referenced SAC Letter instructed field to discontinue investigations under three programs relating to Chinese entering United States as citizens, permanent resident aliens and ——$tiidents> It-has: been decided-these-programs. will.be permanently discontinue and instructions relating to them in Manual of Instructions, Section 105F, pages 4f - 4h, will be deleted. : Suggestions from all offices are solicited for new methods and approaches to uncover and penetrate Chinese Communist intelligence activities in the United States. Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington Field Offices are instructed to furnish suggestions, comments and recommendations for fresh methods of approach to the problem of uncovering and penetrating Chinese Communist activities in the United States, _ it being noted these offices handle the bulk of Chinese security cases under investigation. Submit required data under the caption "Chinese Communist intelligence Operations in the United.States," Bureau file 65-53286. Designate. copies of communication for other five offices. Buded March 15, 1964. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover | Director 1-28-64 . SAC LETTER NO, 64-5
| PERSONAL: ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO. 64-13 jNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION February 27, 1964 WASHINGTON 25, D.C. ” In Reply, Please Refer to . File No. : (A) SURVEILLANCES ~- RADIO TRANSMISSIONS -- You have been reminded - «peatedly of the possibility that FBI radio transmissions may be heard by un- uthorized individuals and that FM radio transmissions mist bé discreet at al ! dimes. Standing instructions in this regard are set out in Paragraph 9, Chapter : 4, Part Il, FBI Handbook, and are reiterated here for emphasis: wali mastocate heel bes ve : nr "FM radio transmissions must be discreet and names of Agents, subjects, or specific locations involved in Bureau investigative activities must nct be disclosed. Credential card numbers should be used where identity of Agents is necessary in siation-to-car j and car-to-station operation. Two-way car call signs should E be used for identification in other operations although coded names or Call signs may be used as necessary in surveillance- type operations." : i 7. oem a During a recent sensitive surveillance in an extremely important eriminal case FBI radio transmissions were monitored by the subject of the surveillance. Notes made by the intercepter of these transmissions have been i introduced in court. These notes disclose that in many instances the Agents : did not abide by the above instructions. First names and/or initials of surveillance Agents were used; the subject of the surveillance was mentioned by first or last name; and general as well as specific locations of surveillance cars were reported without any attempt to prevent disclosure. Uncalledfor _ and unnecessary remarks, ameng other things, also were recorded by the Subject of the surveillance. Needless to say. this interception and divulgence of our radio communications has resulted in considerable embarrassment. is ase It is desired that this sitvation be brought to the attention of all personnel and the instructions as set cut above reiterated. In addition, you are to personally examine the manner in which your FM radio facilities are being utilized to insure that the operation. of such facilities is in strict accordance with existing Bureau instructions. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover 3 53044 Doocld: 329899526 Page 665
PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO 64-20 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Ress Please Refer to April 7, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File No. (A) INCOME TAX RETURNS - EXCLUSION OF SICK PAY - FBi FORM BOOK -- The recent revision by Congress of the Federal income tax law changes the regulations concerning the exclusion of sick pay from taxable ———~—jnrcomrey—insofar—as-Bureauemployees.are cancerned, pay received for. all periods of absences for sick purposes beginning on or after January 1, 1964, will not be excludable unless an absence exceeds thirty calendar days Then only the pay for the portion of the absence in excess of thirty calendar days can be excluded. The maximum allowable exclusion is still $100 per week. Pay for any period of absence due to illness which began prior to January 1, 1964, can still be excluded under the former regulations, regardless of its duration Form FD-307, Application for Sick Leave Statement, has been revised. Enclosed are three copies of such form, one copy of which should be placed in the FBI Form Book. All employees of your office should be advised of this change in regulations. eo: a You should aceure that employees having excludable sick pay for | absence beginning prior to January 1, 1964, submit their application on the form now in your office. Any remaining copies of the form should then be destroyed and the necessary Supply | of the revised form ordered from the Bureau. i — i ; , 4/7/ 64 SAC LETTER NO 64-20 t (B) FEDERAL EMPLOYEES HEALTH BENEFITS PROGRAM -- There will be a limited opportunity registration period between now and 6-30-64 for employees who were not enrolled on 3-17-64 to enroll in a health benefit plan and employees who on 3-17-64 were enrolled for self only to change to a family enrollment in the same plan or option. The effective date of enrollments or changes in enrollment due to this limited opportunity registration period will be the first day of the pay period following the pay period the Health . Benefits Registration Form (SF 2809) is received. On these registrations ~ "P L." should be placed under "Remarks" of the SF 2809. The following changes in the Federal Employees Health Benefits _ Act were made possible by Public Law 88-254 which was approved on 3-17-64. Effective 3-17-64 unmarried children up to age 21 (instead of age 19) and foster children are included under an employee's family enroliment in the 55 D 132999526 Page 686
Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP). To bejconsidered a foster child, the child must be living with the employee in a parent-child relationship and the employee must intend to rear the child indefinitely iito adulthood as if he were his own. Coverage is automatic and all plans ; ———  zill-honor claims for medical care _received_on or after 3-17-64. Employees who are enrolled in a group-practice or individual-practice plan should write the plan giving the name and date of birth of any eligible foster child and any child aged 19 to 21. Employees enrolled in any other plan need take no action unless their plan requests this information. Effective 6-21-64 the family-female with nondependent husband- enrollment will be dropped and female employees will be eligible to enroll in the regular family plan and will receive the same Government contribution ($3.12 per pay period) as male employees enrolled in the family plan. It -will not be necessary for a female employee enrolled in the family plan to execute an SF 2809 to change her enrollment code number. The adjustment will be automatic and will first appear in the pay check dated 7-17-64, Under separate cover you will be sent notices concerning these changes to be attached to the SF 2809A’s. Employees aged 19 to 21, who enrolled for self only because upon. attainment of age 19 they lost coverage under a parent's family enrollment under the FEHBP, should immediately execute an SF 2809 to cancel their | enrollment because they are now covered under a parent’s family enrollment - until age 21. Before cancelling his enrollment the employee should ensure that his parent is still enrolled in a plan under the FEHBP. Upon attainment of age 21 these employees will again be eligible to enroll for self only since they will lose their coverage under the parent's enrollment in the FEHBP. The employees will not be notified when they or a member of their family loses coverage. It is the employees’ responsibility to follow and make any changes which would affect their enrollment. Appropriate arrangements are being made by the SAMBA Office concerning employees with children aged 19 to 21 enrolled in the SAMBA Student Health Benefit Plan and who are affected by these changes. An employee enrolled in a plan under the FEHBP who purchased a conversion contract for a child who is not yet 21 should get in touch with his plan to cancel the conversion contract. The child will have a new conversion right when he reaches age 21 or his coverage as a family member terminates by marriage. A) a os SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 -2- 4 55044 Doold: 32989526 Page 657
. Employees enrolling in SAMBA due to the limited opportunity registration period are eligible for the minimum $2, 000 life insurance without evidence of insurability. Those applying for the additional amounts of $4,000 or $9,000 must execute the Personal Health Statement. Those - applying for Dependents Group Life Insurance must execute a health statement on spouse and each dependent child. ——You. should personaily ensure that the changes in the law and _ this limited opportunity registration period are brought to the attention of each employee in your office. There will not be any brochures issued in connection with this registration period. The Health Benefits Representative should carefully review all forms prior to submission to the Bureau. 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 , j (C) REPORT WRITING -- A recent Federal decision underscores the wisdom of the Bureau's long-standing policy that information favorable to the defense must be reported as completely and accurately as that favorable to the prosecution. _ ewe - i . In U. S. ex rel. Meers v. Wilkins, 326 F. 2d 135 (1964), the Circuit Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, held that suppression by the prosecution of evidence favorable to the accused violates due process of law. and requires reversal of the conviction. In this case, two witnesses to a robbery saw the defendant in police custody after arrest and "positively Stated to the police" that the defendant was not the robber. These witnesses were not called by the prosecution and did not appear at trial. Two other witnesses positively identified the defendant. Convicted, the defendant moved for a new trial, submitting an affidavit of assigned counsel that counsel did not learn of the existence of the two uncalled witnesses until after trial had ended. After defendant exhausted his state remedies without relief , he brought habeas corpus in Federal district court where it was held that the prosecution had a duty to disclose the existence of the two witnesses favorable to the defense, and that failure to do so violated due process of law. The Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed. Although Wilkins was a state case, the result would have been the Same had it been a Federal case. The due process clause in the Fifth Amendment, .applicable to Federal officers, and that in the Fourteenth Amendment, applicable to state officers, are of identical meaning. Malinski v. New York, 324 U. S. 401 (1945). SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 -3- ee ae ne ee tO Ey
The rule announced in Wilkins springs from Supreme Court decisions holding that due process is violated by (1) conviction obtained through use of knowingly false and perjured testimony, Mooney v. Holohan, 294 U. S. 103 (1935), (2) failure to correct unsolicited false testimony for | the-prosecution-after-discovery-of-its. falsity,_Napue.v._Illinois, 360 U._S. 264 (1959), and (3) suppression of evidence favorable to the accused upon request of the accused for that evidence, Brady v. Maryland, 373 U. S. 83 (1963). The Wilkins decision places upon the U. S. Attorney an affirmative duty to disclose to the defense at least the existence of potential witnesses and other evidence for the defense that are known to him. He cannot perform that duty, however, unless the reports are so complete and accurate that he is able to identify such witnesses and evidence therein. The significance of Wilkins for this Bureau is that reports in all cases must-be:‘so complete that they will serve to identify potential witnesses for the defense, state their observations with sufficient precision to make the position which they take clear to the U. S. Attorney, and similarly identify any other evidence for the defense encountered during the investigation. This includes, as held in Brady, evidence which is "material either to guilt or to punishment." Statements of witnesses in any way favorable to the defense must be reported on form FD-302 just as are those of witnesses for the prosecution. It may be held that the defense can call for those statements. 34 Federal Rules Decisions 88 (1964). The reporting must be as clear and as free from equivocation or ambiguity as the information encountered by the Agent will permit. For example, if a witness to a bank robbery sees the defendant after arrest and states that the defendant is not the robber, a report that the witness "failed to identify" the robber would be defective; the quoted words would not correctly show the position taken by the witness and hence would not put the U. S. Attorney on notice that the witness is potentially one for the defense. The cited decisions and these instructions are not to be interpreted aS requiring the government to make an investigation for the defense. They go no further (for FBI purposes) than to require that if, while making the “usual and proper investigation for the government, we come upon evidence. od 4/1/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 | -4- 5044 Dogid: 32989526 Page 659
of any kind seemingly favorable to the defendant, we must report the existence and nature of that evidence accurately and completely. This has long been the FBI rule, but current developments suggest that it should be reiterated. These instructions must be brought to the attention of all nveStigative personnel immediately: 4/7/64 . SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 oe sh (D) LAW ENFORCEMENT CONFERENCES, 1964 - "THE FLEEING FELON" -- Law Enforcement Conferences in 1964 will concern fugitive investigations; they will be called "The Fleeing Felon" conferences. Subject matter will encompass assistance FBI can render to local law enforcement under the Fugitive Felon Act and through other cooperative - functions, and principles involved in fugitive investigations. Schedule sufficient conferences to cover your territory adequately; wherever ~ “possible; utilizé sites that are-readily accessible tc local law enforcement and others invited to your conferences. Conferences should be held between September 15 and November 1, 1964; adjoining offices should be advised of your conference plans; border offices may invite nearby Canadian and Mexican police officials. Conference agenda should be limited to four to six hours; should be of the open-forum type, with necessary talks restricted to 15 minutes; audience participation should be encouraged. Qualified speakers from local law enforcement, prosecutors, and related fields, may be used as panelists; names of contemplated panelists Should be checked through your indices and the Bureau advised of the results. Attendance of undesirables should be avoided, and representatives of commercial concerns should not be invited. You are authorized to prepare friendly but businesslike circular letters of invitation to be sent to police officials, sheriffs’ departments, penal institutions, state correctional agencies, local and state prosecutors, . a others in related fields who might refer unlawful flight matters to the ureau. You may desire to utilize police instructors in the planning of interesting and informative programs; however, you should preside at each conference personally. Potential curricula topics are: SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 -5- Did bameD OSG: 32989526 Page 690
National Crime Trends Crimes of violence against public Killers of law enforcement officers Ten Most Wanted Fugitives Program (importance of publicizing fugitives What Local Authorities Can Do’ Detailed investigation of crime and processing of crime scene Conclusive identification of subject Detailed description Prior arrest numbers Background information Sources of fingerprints; obtaining details of prior arrests Sources of photographs ene «+s.  SQULCesS Of handwriting specimens \ Communication facilities; roadblocks, etc. What FBI Can Do Fugitive Felon Act FBI Identification Division assistance FBI Laboratory assistance Identification Orders; Wanted Flyers Investigative Procedures Personal history and background of fugitive, including preferences as to clothing, food, amusements, trans- portation, etc. Relatives, friends, associates of fugitive . Use of informants and other sources of information Coverage of transportation facilities (air, rail, motor, water) Coverage of motels, hotels, rooming houses, etc. State Extradition Laws and Procedures Apprehension Techniques 4/7/64 : oo SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 -6- Qa NW 55044 Docld:32989526 Page 691
“each Contéren¢e, to pe open to news media representaiives, during which you 55044 4/7/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-20 oe DOSTaTSUSEUSTE payee Implementation and/or substitution of topics may be made in accordance with needs and interests in various areas; Training Document #22, "Fugitives, '' should afford assistance. Agenda of your proposed conferences, listing all speakers to be invited, as well as dates and sites, should be submitted to the Bureau on UACB basis at least 30 days prior to holding of your first conference. Advise Bureau by June 15 of tentative plans as to where and when your conferences will be held. A national press release will be made regarding these conferences; do not disclose subject matter or planning until after national press release; you will be provided with a copy of the national release and will be authorized | to make appropriate releases locally. Conferences should be closed to all but duly constituted law enforcement personnel and those in related fields who have a bona fide interest in fugitive matters. Designate a period, either immediately before or after may explain the purposes and accomplishments of the conference; the interest of news media should be encouraged. Material for distribution at your conferences, such as Law Enforcement Bulletin reprints, etc., should be ordered by routing slip from Crime Records Division as early as possible. Bureau will not be able to prepare special exhibits or posters; do not incur expenses for rental of space, etc., without prior Bureau authority. Within a week following your last conference, advise Bureau of results of all conferences, giving the total number in attendance, number of agencies represented, dates and places where conferences were held, and total number of conferences completed. Summary letter should report specific statements of interest by those in attendance, as well as suggestions for improving future law enforcement conferences. Forward sampling of newspaper publicity, and any unusual publicity items noted. Correspondence Should be directed to attention Training Division, under caption 'Law Enforcement Conferences, 1964, ''The Fleeing Felon,"' Bureau file (88-11941).
(E) CASES CLOSED UPON AUTHORITY OF SAC - REPORT WRITING -- I wish to re-emphasize my concern over premature closing of unsolved cases. 7, order to insure the Bureau has fulfilled its responsibilities under the law, ris imperative that every-step be taken_to_make certain that existing instructions are fully complied with. OY It was necessary to require that no unsolved’ bank robbery cases be closed upon authority of the Special Agent in Charge (SAC), and if present regulations are not strictly adhered to it will become necessary to remove all authority to close cases by the SAC. The importance of this matter should be clearly understood by all employees. As you are aware, the closing of cases upon SAC authority will be checked into in connection with inspections and any derelictions will be subject to appropriate administrative action. - See Ue. Very truly yours, | John Edgar Hoover Director — Enclosures for (A) 4/7/64 ssoaa ACA ETRER NO pafd-20 -8- Bib hod satatrdeen daar iorenenintiarnaniabii on
a I a aa SAC LETTER NO. . G4 “34 KY, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Reply, Please Refer to April 14, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C, 20535 File No. (A) FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY - 1965 SESSIONS -- The Seventy-fifth Session of the FBI National Academy will be held March 15 to June 2, 1965. The Seventy-sixth Session will be held August 16 to November 3, 1965. You will be advised at a later date when nominations for these Sessions should be i——submi tted: } | 4/14/64 . rer SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 on . (B) PERSONNEL - PROMOTIONAL POLICY REGARDING CLERICAL EMPLOYEES -- Effective immediately whenever a clerical employee is passed over for a promotional opportunity, he must be advised of the reason © and a written record made of the fact that such action was taken. This rule applies to all cases irrespective of the number of employees being passed over. Appropriate manual changes will be submitted shortly. » In additinn, vou are reminded at this time of the long-standing policy requiring that all vacancies must be filled on the basis of merit and. fitness and that under no circumstances should a recommendation leading | t to a promotion be made on the basis of seniority alone. Moreover, when t an employee is being passed over for a promotional opportunity, detailed.— . justification must be submitted and vague comments such as "not as well qualified" or ‘attitude not as good” are not considered acceptable. You should also make certain that the reasons given employees for being passed over are consistent with the reasons furnished to the Bureau. There can be absolutely no exceptions to the above regulations. 4/14/64 oo SAC LETTER NO. 64- 21 (C) FBIRA MATTER - INTEROFFICE FIREARMS COMPETITION (PPC} 1964 -- The Annual Interoffice Firearms Competition for 1964 will be held during the third outdoor firearms training. The "J. Edgar Hoover Practical Pistol Course Trophy" will be presented to the office having the highest average percentage score, plus handicap, of all Special Agents assigned to the office on July 1, 1964, not on limited duty. The handicap scoring system explained in SAC Letter 63-25 will be used and handicaps will be based on the past four years of competition. Soe ee “uw 55044 Docld: 39989508 er EE
EERE ge ae Te PRES \ Field offices will be divided into groups according to Agent complement (Washington Headquarters being considered an office for this competition). The winning offices in each category will be cited for "honorable mention."’ The offices winning first, second and third place in the over-all competition will not be eligible to receive the!"honorable _mention" c: citations. Competition rules, method of reporting scores and indiv idual office handicaps are being forwarded separately. 4/14/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 (D) SEARCHES AND SEIZURES ~- Two unanimous search and seizure decisions handed down by the Supreme Court on March 28, 1964, must be brought to the attention of all investigative personnel. Both are important and one makes a significant change in the law. In Stoner v. California, police officers entered the subject's hotel room, by consent of the night clerk; after being advised by the clerk that the subject was out of the room as shown by his room key being in the mailbox. The officers searched the room and took several articles which were used as evidence at trial. The subject was arrested in another state two days later. ‘ Ayes The conviction was reversed on the ground that the evidence taken from the hotel room was obtained by a search and seizure which was unreasonable because it was based on consent of the hotel clerk rather than consent of the subject. 'No less than a tenant of a house, or the occupant of a room in a boarding house, a guest in a hotel room is entitled to constitutional protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.'' The tenant has the possessory right in the room which he has rented, and that right is one "which only the petitioner (subject) could waive by word or deed, either directly or through an agent." There was in this case, as in most, no evidence to indicate that the tenant had authorized the clerk to consent to a search of the tenant's room. The Stoner decision only reiterates the prevailing rule on this point. 4/14/64 ‘SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 0 2 -
Wied 4 Docld: 32989526 Page 696 Lae ee “Nf . In Preston v. U. S., four police officers of a mail city arrested three men in a parked car at 3: 00 a.m. on vagrancy charges. |The car was not searched at the time of arrest. It was driven by an officer to the station, from which it was towed to a garage. Soon after the subjects were booked at the station, some of the police officers went to the garage to search the car and found two loaded révolvers“in the” glove’ compartment.— They were unable to open the trunk and returned to the station, where a detectiv é told one of the officers to go back and try to get into the trunk. The officer did so, was able to enter the trunk through the back seat of the car, and in the trunk found various items adapted to the perpetration of a robbery. After the searches, one of the men confessed that he and two others intended to rob a bank nearby. At this point Bureau Agents were called in and the materials found in the car were turned over to them. It was contended by the defense that the use of these materials at trial violated the Fourth Amendment. The supeeme Court reversed the conviction, stating that the “search of the car was unreascnable and the evidence. obtained. thereby was inadmissible. The search of the car was unreasonable because it was made at a time and place different from that of the arrest and thus was “simply not incident to the arrest.'' Search of a vehicle or fixed premises incidental to arrest therein must be made contemporaneously with the arrest - following the arrest and at the same place. Searches of such places inci- dental to arrest are an exception to the basic rule that all such searches must be made by search warrant. Once the car in this case had been taken to the garage under police custody, the subjects could no longer use any weapons therein to attack the officers, nor destroy the evidence therein, “nor hide the car from the police. The reason for granting an exception to the basic rule requiring searches by search warrant had disappeared. The Government's brief before the Supreme Court in this case cited three earlier Federal decisions allowing search of a vehicle, inci- dental to arrest, at a time and place different from that of arrest where neither the time nor the distance was great. These decisions, although not mentioned in the opinion, must be taken as overruled. ; An alternative method of searching the vehicle in situations like this is by consent. Consent searches, however, are-only another exception to the basic rule that searches must be made by search warrant. The 4/14/64 — SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 er a
| genuinely voluntary consent necessary to sustain a consent Search often is difficult to prove, and particularly so in the case of a personjunder arrest and denying guilt. The vehicle searched here was owned by one of the subjects “and lawfully occupied by all-three:—This-was-not a stolen-car-ease.—A thief or other trespasser, having no legal right to occupy the vehicle or other place searched has no rights which can be violated by search of the vehicle or place. It will be assumed that this rule continues for stolen | vehicle cases since the court did not decide that issue in this case. 4/14/64 i SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 ; i (E) "FBI CODE 98" - MOTION PICTURE -- Warner Brothers has released as a motion picture a show entitled "FBI Code 98." It was originally designed as a two-hour television spectacular, but due to its success abroad, it has béén released as a motion picture kerc in-this country. - This motion picture deals with a hypothetical case wherein an attempt is made at sabotage in connection with a national defense situation. Accord- ingly, the number '98" is used in the title. This motion picture was made with the full cooperation of the Bureau and is now showing in New York City. For your information, it has received favorable reviews and it is felt employees will enjoy seeing this show. SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 = 4-
. (fF) FALSE ADVERTISING OR MISUSE OF NAME TO INDICATE FEDERAL ‘words 'Peace Corps’ or any combination of these or other words or ’ occurred to determine if the case has prosecutive merit. The character : 4/14/64 b4 ereOld: 32389526 Page 656 AGENCY -- Section 19 of the Peace Corps Act was amended by the 88th Congress and approyed by the President on December 18, 1963. The provisions of the amendment are set forth as follows: Section 19-of-the-Peace-Corps-Act,-as amended, which relates to the Peace Corps seal, is amended by striking out the short title and substituting therefor "Exclusive Right to Seal and Name", by inserting "(a)" before ''The President may,‘' and by adding a new subsection as follows: '"(b) (1) “The use of the official seal or emblem and the use of the name 'Peace Corps’ shall be restricted exclusively to designate programs authorized under this Act. (2) Whoever, whether an individual, partnership, corporation, or association, uses the seal for which provision is made in this section, or any sign, insignia, or symbol in colorable imitation thereof, or the characters in colorable imitation.thereof,..other than to designate programs | authorized under this Act, shall be fined not more than $500 or imprisoned not more than six months, or both. A violation of this subsection may be enjoined at the suit of the Attorney General, United States attorneys, or other persons duly authorized to represent the United States." — Upon receipt of complaints regarding violations of this newly adopted amendment, the field should immediately conduct appropriate investigation to develop full facts in order that timely presentation may be made to the appropriate U. S. Attorney in the district where the violation of such violations will be "False Advertising or Misuse of Name to Indicate Federal Agency" and the classification will be 43. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director SAC LETTER NO. 64-21 -5-
e gaged in ‘the dlectronics field-in-the Chicago. area.-. FEDERAL BUNEAU OF INVESTIGATION | ne April 1, 1964 “WASHINGTON, D.c. 20835 . MO heAGER' SAC LETIER RE: | WAME — 648 | MAME is a member of the Communist: Pr -ty in Chicago, Illinois. He has-been trained in and is currently MAHE OF OFEIOIAL “, Communist Party, USA, ‘as instructed MAME to perfect an instrument which would locate istening devices and which can be used for the purpose of checking Party offices and residences of various Party leaders. YAwe.is working eh such an instrument and has stated.that at this stage his instrument probably will not loeate listening devices unless the FBI has insecurely installed such devices. MAws is continuing to perfect _ his instrument and feels he is capable of developing an instrument which Will be able tc make a thorough security check of the varinns Party offices, meeting places and residences of Party leaders. The Chicago Office should alart the Bureau and any interested offices when it is known that weyé will be traveling to. another territory. This matter should be brought to the attention - of appropriate investigative personnel and each office must be constantly alert for WAM&'sS activities in its area and take necessary. steps to neutralize his effectiveness and protect our sensitive sources at all*times. * Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover ° . Director
be NW 55044 Docld: 32989526 Page 700 wan UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICe i FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION i | 1 N, D.C. 2053S April 28, 1964 " wasHINeT In Reply. Please Refer to ° Fue No. ooo. ; 7 A) DIRECTOR S TESTIMONY ON JANUARY 29 1964, BEFORE THE HOUSE SUBCOMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS - FISCAL YEAR 1965 ~r Copies of my testimony before the House Subcommittee on Avpropriations on January . _29, (364, regarding the 1905 appropriation request of the FBI. will be sent to you office in the near future,—These-copies.are to be made available to the _ . e: .onnel of your office who desire to review a-copy. There will bé one _. ¢¢ y for every two.employees in the supply furnished. .. SAC LETTER NO. 64-23 - « (B).. << NAME AMD A DORESS ~ eon ee a ee ; - INFORMATION CONCERNING-- WAME  is_ currently engagedtin 2 campaign of disseminating to FBI Offices, Federal agencies, members of Consress and other prominent individuals, communi- . ¢ations apparently authored by her. These communications rélate to the. =; assassination of President Johi’ Fitzerald Kennedy 24 sre critical of. the aa. She reportedly is conducting her own investigation of the assassination which has included telephonic and personal interviews of principals con- nected with this investigation. . aan ~— — WAME _ _ has been previously interviewed and exhibited an insulting, argumentative and antagonistic attitude toward the FBI and its personnel. She recenily contacted one of our Southwest offices by telephone . and although identifying herself, endeavored to elicit information pertinent _  4o the assassin3tion by using the pretext of belonging to a ladies garden . Club. Two days later this office received a communication which in effect was atranscript of MWAME€ - ‘s telephone conversation with our Agent. It would appear. AWAMA& is endeavoring to embarrass the FBI and may possibly telephone your office under pretext. You should be extremely circumspect in any. dealings with her and be particularly alert to the possibility she may be recording your conversation. Any contacts With MAne or pertinent data develoged relating to her should be » | Promptly furnished to the Bureau marked for the attentionof the Crime ‘ecords Division. Letters from VAME are not being acknowledged | y the Bureau. . - aie Very truly yours, : a AE GRE Rr BRT ete eo Wg kk wet I geet Senne Wee art eee: ri pte SOS, may Ped * on at “Seine Haniel als Sonate Nig Beta es ssc iF tt i rr rh Sas aor John Edgar Héover BATE S\N me enree Director
- PERSONAL ATTENTION SAC LETTER NO, 64-24 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE | FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION i | \ nly ay 5, 1964 N, D.C. 2053 In Reply, Please Refer to May 09, WASHINGTON, § File No, . (A) VOUCHERS - AMENDMENT TO STANDARDIZED GOVERNMENT TRAVEL REGULATIONS - PER DIEM ALLOWANCES -- Effective May 1, 1964, a per diem rate equal to one-half of the maximum rate prescribed for a particular ar :a will be authorized for official travel of less than 24 hours when a night's ——~Ie iping is not required. This-change-in-the per-diem rateis in. accordance_ 1 ,th an amendment to the Standardized Government Travel Regulations wrescribed by the Bureau of the Budget. A copy of Bureau of the Budget Sircular No. A-7, dated April 9, 1964, with Attachment A is enclosed. "ravel vouchers having a per diem claim for travel of less than 24 hours computed at the maximum per diem rate for a particular area must be supported by a certification that an expense for a night's lodging was incurred. Employees who have an occasion to perform official travel should be advised ‘of this change in per diem rates. 6/5/64 SAC LETTER NO. 64-24 7 (Bb) SECURITY OF TELEPHONE COMMUNICATIONS -.SECURITY INFORMANTS ~ © CRIMINAL INFORMANTS - RACIAL INFORMANTS -~ Recently a conversation relating to hoodlum activities between an informant in one city and his contacting Agent in another city was overheard by a telephone operator, who reporied to a local hoodlum that she had listened to part of a telephone conversation betwéen an unknown individual and a Special Agent of the FBI. The operator was instructed by the hoodlum to continue to be alert for any similar calls. The telephone call was made by a criminal informant, who used a code name, and his identity is not known to the underworld. Instruct all informants to be most discreet and exercise caution in telephone calls to contacting Agents even in those instances when calls may be made to an unlisted number. Informants should always use their code names and avoid making collect calls, as such calls require handling by an operator who will know or can determine that the location being called is the FBI. All Agents should, likewise, be cautioned to make certain that they are careful in their conversations over the telephone, especially, on long distance calls to a . field office. . Security of ‘our informants and of our investigative operations requires ~ that we be most circumspect in the use of all communications media, particularly the telephone, which is subject to monitoring by company employees. ~ wee HW 55044 DooTd: 329895276 Page 7O1-
(C) FEDERAL RESERVE ACT - RESEARCH MATTER -- Beginning July 1, 1964, for a duration of one year the Bureau is initiating a survey into each case wherein a conviction is obtained under! the Federal Reserve Act. The purpose of this survey is to obtain data to be utilized in accounting training, newspaper articles and in the preparation of -speeches.. . 2. =. a ti . * Each office will be furnished under separate cover a supply of a form to be submitted at the time a conviction is reported in each Federal Reserve Act case. It is desired that this form be completed from the information developed during the investigation of the case. . Each office is to institute use of this form commencing with each conviction obtained in U. S. District Court on or after July 1, 1964, in matters of this nature. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoovér™’ Director Enclosure for (A) 5/5/64 -- SAC LETTER NO. 64-24 ~2- Docld:32989526 Page 702
. MW 35944 DocId: 32963526 _ Page TOS , PERSONAL - NO NUMBER SAC LETTER 64-C UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION May 20, 1964 In Reply, Please Refer to y av, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File Ne. RE: COMMUNIST PARTY, USA - SECURITY MEASURES i The Bureat has learned recently that Communist Party, USA, members are taking extra security precautions to determine whether or not any individual has entered their room or tampered with papers and material left in the room during the absence of such members. It is reasonable to assume that such precautions prevail in the residences and offices of Communist Party members and leaders. This should be brought to the attention of all investigative personnel in the security field so as to preclude jeopardizing the future success of the Bureau's activities and operations. Every precaution must be taken so that during the course of contacting most sensitive Sources, the same physical conditions exist subsequent to the contact as existed pricr thereto. _ Advise the Bureau promptly of any pertinent information received which relates to this matter. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director : é i rs
| PERSONAL ‘NO NUMBER LETTER 64-D UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE ts \ FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION | In Rephy Please Refer to June 22, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 File No. . . - RE: TRAINING - SOUND SCHOOL \ In accordance with the Bureau's continuing program of insuring ~~ t’ af ach field office has adeqtiaté technically trained personnel available; { ,e Bureau desires that you submit the names of all Special Agents in your ield division who are seriously interested in receiving sound school raining. A technical background, such as that gained through formal ‘ducation in science, engineering and technical subjecis or through practical experience in telephony, radio communication and electronic repair, is most desirable, although not absolutely necessary. Lacking that, an Agent should possess considerable mechanical aptitude and some proficiency in one or more building trades such as woodworking, carpentry, masonry, electrical wiring, etc. Afactual, detailed statement should be provided as to each Agent's technical background and/or mechanical aptitude and proficiency in order, to > permit a worthwhile evaluation of his capability. a .AS you are aware, each Sound-trained Agent is afforded specialized lock training. The Bureau will continue to afford this training at sound school. However, some offices may have need for lock-trained Agents over and above the Agents who will receive lock training at future sound schools. In addition to furnishing background information on all Agents interested in sound training, you are to assess the need for sound men in your field division projected as accurately as possible one year and three years from the date of this letter. You should likewise assess the projected need for any lock - men needed over and above the number of sound men indicated above. A reply, marked to the attention of the FBI Laboratory, should be submitted within forty-five days after the receipt of this letter. Very truly yours, John Edgar Hoover Director NW 55044 Dooeld: 32989526 Page 704 Maat
WesiiRs4 Doold: 32989526 ~ PERSONAL NO NUMBER SAC LETTER 64- E UNITED STATES DEPAR TMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION In Please Refer to July 6, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 nm meply, - File No. RE: SECURITY INFORMANTS AND SOURCES - INCOME TAXES No Number SAC Letter 63-E dated March 27, 1963, contained full details and instructions for a withhoiding plan through which if was hoped security informants could satisfy their Federal income tax obligations arising from payments made to them for services without jeopardizing their security. The plan was tried or a limited basis and has proven to-be sound and effective. As a result, it will be expanded to include all field divisions effective January 1, 1965. Under the plan, payments to certain security informants and sources for services rendered will be subject to a 20 per cent withholding tax. | “s There are four categories of circumstances in which taxes will not be withheld. Taxes are not to be withheld from payments made (1) to other than security infermants and sources, (2) for reimbursement of expenses, (3) under SAC authority, or (4) to informants who have been able to report Bureau income on their Federal tax returns without jeopardizing - their security or without challenge from the Internal Revenue Service. {' _ To place the plan into effect, you should immediately review the personal situation of each security informant and source. Where circumstances warrant using the procedure, the matter should be discussed with each informant or source involved. It should be explained tc each that the withholding procedure to be placed into effect January 1, 1965, is being adopted to afford a secure method of meeting Federal income tax obligations in regard to money received from the FBI for services. The Bureau musi be advised by November 1, 1964, of the identity of each informant to be exempted from this program and the method to be used by each in reporting his Bureau income. In operating the plan, you should be alert to streamline the procedures.. For example, instructions call for a check to bé drawn for the gross amount of an authorized payment. After it is cashed, the amount to be withheld for taxes is deducted and deposited in the special checking accourt; however, if is not necessary to make a deposit in connection with each such transaction. If it would simplify the matter, there would be no objection to making one deposit at the end of each day for the total amount of money withheld that day from payments to all informants. . - , = Page 705
‘ cy , . PERSONAL AUDREY PEO SAC T.UPTER NO. 64=39 UNi -:DS.ATES DEPARTMENT OF JST. 3 F IDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION P L July 30, 1964 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20535 In Reply, Please Refer to File No. 7 : | oe en ee RES SUBVERSIVE ORGANIZATION CHARACTERIZATIONS INTERNAL SECURITY ~ C e ciel lbateeeted ee .£  §et forth below are up-to-date thumbnail sketches of organizations and publications, each of which is of use to various field offices. No attempt is made to include all sketches which have been furnished to the Bureau for approval; only those sketches which are believed to have field-wide application are set forth, | ' In the event an office needs to characterize an | . organization not mentioned in this letter, listed in the Various issues of tic “Guide to Subversive Geveanisanions and Publications" published py the House Committee on Un-American nActivities, or designated by the Attorney General pursuant to “Executive Order 10450, a request. should be made of the oxfice of origin to furnish the required characterization. In . a describing a local affiliate of a national organization, in addition to characterizing the local aifiliats, it will be necessary to set forth separately the characterization of the parent organization, . _* The evaluation and identities of the sources should - be handled in accordance with instructions set forth in Part I, Section 49B 2m (1)(d), page 65, of the FBI Handbook, ! For the purpose of evaluation all sources utilized in the preparation of the sketches listed below should be described as having furnished reliable information in the past. In each sketch utilized below, the field office sub-— mitting the sketch has advised that careful consideration ~~ was given to each source concealed. ; ORIGINAL DOCUMENT SENT TO - ‘ . - NATIONAL ARCHIVES GIFEARCA) se ee | Ma 55044 $9526 Paqe JOT
~f AMERICAN COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION The April, 1964, issue of the “ACA News," official publication of the American Communications Association (ACA), shows that the ACA is located at 18 John Street, New York, New York. The "Report. of the International Executive Board __ ACA, CIO" at the 5th National Convention, Chicago, Illinois, April 8 through 13, 1940, discloses that the ACA had its origin at the 3rd National Convention of the American Radio Telegraphists Association (ARTA) held in New York City, in August, 1937. At this convention, it was agreed to change the name of the union from ARTA to ACA. This change was ratified by the union members on March 10, 1938. © The "Directory of National and International Labor Unions in the United States, 1955," published by the United States Department of Labor, lists on page 4,unions expelied from the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CiO) on charges of communist domination. ACA was listed as having been ~ wesc PIs ae teem Te aan = Vayweavis Wie Wien we eww 7 ~~ wwe . _. Yawer ican INSTITUTE FOR MARXIST STUDIES on A source advised on April 9, 1963, that on April 7, _ 1963, at a meeting of the District Committee of the Communist Party, United States of America. (CP, USA), of New England, heid in Boston, Massachusetts, Herbert Aptheker stated he was ‘developing an organization called American. Institute for . Marxist Studies (AIS), which would eventually legalize the CP. He stated AIMS would publish literature on history, - ’. gclence, physics, archeology and other subjects which would be put out quarterly with various supplements. A second source advised in December, 1959, that Herbert Aptheker was elected to the National Committee, CP USA, at the 17th National ‘Convention of the CP, USA, held in December, 1959. .. A third source advised on June 7, 1963, that on. June 3, 1963, Herbert Aptheker spoke at the CP, USA, New York District Board meeting concerning AIMS, - Aptheker i t «a, 1430/64 ee a MW 55044 Docld: 329999526 Page 7og |
stated that AIMS would unite and strengthen the CP although the CP would not be connected -~with it. Ee stated AIS was being formed to operate within the scope or the NcCarran . and Smith Acts and would legally bring Harzist material and opinions to the attention of Anerican, scholars and the general public, ; i ~ A fourth source advised on May 15, 1964, that as of that date AILS was located on the fifth Zlcor west at 20 Rast "30th Street; New York, "New Yorke = —j—- —— _ - AO NT i ec CERO Codenteh Rp ee { te } { Sources: —_....__ ; e ae re ee ee e wor ate “es sa wee . ad TS 4 —— TO SECURE JUSTICE FOR MORTON SOSELL | “Following the’ execution of atonic spies Ethel and dulius Rosefberg in June, 1953, the ‘Communist campaign assuned a different emphasis, Its major eifort centered upon Horton Sobell,*’ the Resenborgs! codefendant. The National Comnittee to Secure Justice in the Rosenberg Case ~ a communist front which had been conducting the campaign in . the United States ~ was reconstituted as tie National Rosenberg- Sobell Committee at a conference in Chicago in October, 1953, _and ‘then as the National Committee to Secure Justice for Horton Sobell in the Rosenberg Case’..." Sete he baheer cmeieararheras ante nen eee anes te OOP ROO ana nt oar ea an EUR ant et et (“Guide to Subversive Organizations ‘and Publications" _ dated December 1, 1961, issued by the House Committee on ‘Un-American Activities, page 116.) _ In September, 1954, the niame “National Committee to Secure Justice for Horton Sobell" appeared on Literature issued by the Committee. In Harch, 1955, the ‘current Rae, “Committee to Secure Justice for Horton Sobell,: “ first appeared on literature issued by the Committee. * The Address “Telephone Directory for-the Borough of Manhattan, New York City, as published by the New York . Telephone Company on April 20, 1964, lists the "Committee to Secure Justice for Horton Sobé1i" (CSJuS) as being located at 940 Broadway, New York, New York, . . ; . 7/30/64 Se ; oie BAC LETTER NO. 64-39 OE ay Bae ees wee MW 55044 Docld:32989526 Page 709 a - aia
y \ ' i Fn a er 2 ete Fane's preg het A a se FER OTE Ree ON Tt Raven Tr NW 35044 Doocid:32989526 Page Tid ’ . i CROSS WC -LD BOOKS AND PERIODICALS, INCORPORATED, also known aS sidwest Book House, uidwest Book ' Records of the Foreign Agents Registration Section ' (PARS), Justice Department, Washington, D. C., aisclose state- ments were filed by Rose Rose for the Cross World Books and Periodicals (CVBP) as_agent_ for Mezhdunarodnaja Kniga (HK) (International Book), Moscow, USSR, from May, 1959, until she sold the business in October, 1960, The address of the CWBP was given as 333 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, and the: purpose of the business was given as importing Russian books and periodicals for profit. ; 7 In January, 1961, a source advised the CWBP would be the propaganda center Rose was unable to establish and would become a reality through new owners. A second source in May, 1944, advised that Rose was then a member of the Rogers Park Professional Branch, Communist Party (CP), Chicago. : The new CWBP groups, with Alexander Svenchansky, President; Gregory Lotsman, CWBP Manager; and others, filed registration statement number.1457 on June 19, 1961, with the FARS as agent for foreign principal MK-to distribute and sell _ - "Russian language books, recordings, periodicals, film strip, and visual aid..." and act as:subscription agents for Soviet periodicals and newspapers, The CWBP was incorporated in ‘Illinois on January 3, 1961. . On September 3, 1963, the CWBP filed a supplemental a registration for the six-month. period ending June 19, 1963, . indicating no change in its status. | | Svenchansky was.linked with a Soviet espionage ring in testimony before the Senate Internal Security Subcommittee on. November 2, 1953, by Harry Gold, confessed atomic spy. ? fy 7/30/64 .:+..SAC LETTER NO, 64-390) wt 4 at. Bakoven yw a ot Ce ee Sale Oe bay Gat a oe Ue tS peti A a ee, Aneenncmat ss RAAT E UAL he WA a aNNEy bein Spates cetera verparrncreeetnndindnaemrtupnatiretentenaantbanahiaes mtn peers pyticommeses "ek paved brementrymueie >) # Sine Hy J EETY asp apni KRY
Sources: a . : Order 10450, On D . amber 21, 1953, a third <« rce said Lotsman ‘ was in the.CP for a short period in the mid-1940's and was ' suspected by the CP as being disloyal as of December 21, 1953. Source knew nothing else concerning him or his recent activities. i y . . id “PAIR PLAY FOR CUBA COMMITTEE . The April 6,..1960, edition of “The New_York Times" newspaper contained a full-page advertisement captioned “What Is Really Happening In Cuba," placed by the Fair, Play for Cuba Committee (FPCC). This advertisement announced the formation of the FPCC in New York City and declared the FPCC intended to promuigate "the truth about revolutionary Cuba" to neutralize the distorted American press. <” ‘The New York Times" edition of January 11, 1961, reported that at a hearing conducted before the United States Senate Inteynal Security Subcommittee on January 10, 1961, — Dr. Charles A. Santos-Buch identified himself and Robert - aber as organizers of the FPCC. He also testified he and Taber obtained funds from the Cuban Government which were 32 aQ mone a than te £ bh od @ppisca toward the cost-sf the afcrementicned advertisement, On May 16, 1963, a source advised that during the first two years of the FPCCts existence there was a struggle between Communist Party (CP) and Socialist Workers Party (SwWP)— elements to exert their power within the FPCC and thereby influence FPCC policy. This source added that during the past year there had been a successful effort by FPCC leadership “to minimize the role of these and other organizations in the FPCC so that their influence as of May, 1963,. was. negligible, The SWP has been designated pursuant to Executive “on May 20, 1963, a second source advised that Vincent "Ted" Lee, FPCC National Office Director, was then formulating FPCC policy and had indicated that he had no e 7/30/64 —C Lo ° - SAC LETTER NO, 64-39 — = 5 aw ° - r at HW 55044 DBoold: 32969526 Page 7il . woe. wee Se ee
\ FOUR CONTINENT BOOK CORPORATION According to the records of the Foreign Agents Registration Section, United States Department of Justice, Washington, D. C,, the Four Continent Book Corporation, - 156 5th Avenue, New York City, is registered under the nrovisions of the Foreign Agents Registration Act: of 1938 aS..amended, One of the_foreign principals listed in this registration is the Mezhdunarodnaja Kniga (International Book), Moscow, Union of the Soviet Socialist Republics. “CFOURTH INTERNATIONAL In the November 4, 1963, issue of "The Militant, " a weekly newspaper of the Socialist Workers Party (S¥P), the Fourth International (FI) was described as the world organi- zation of revolutionary socialists founded by Leon Trotsky. It was set forth that the major sectors of the Fi were reunited in the Summer of 1963 after a long split and are represented by the United Secretariat of the Fi, -. The Sw hac heen designated pursuant to Executive Order (10450. Soreeponways ASSOCIATES , INCORPORATED » — The records of the New York Secretary of State, Albany, New York, show-theat the certificate of incorporation of Freedomways ‘Associates, Incorporated, was filed on March 2, 1961, The Spring, 1964, issue of ‘rreedomways" is self= ..deseribed as "A Quarterly Review. of the Negro Freedom Movement" published by Freedomways Associates, Incorporated, 799 Broadway, New York City. On May 24, 1961, a source advised that a report was given on "Freedomways" at.a meeting of the National Board, Communist Party, USA (CPUSA), held on May 24, 1961. It was stated that the original plan called for the publication to be openly Marxist, but that it was later decided it would not. be avowedly a Marxist publication. Editorials are in the 7/30/64 * SAC LETTER NO, 64-39 Ce ge Oe DO Se Lh 35044 Doold: 32939526 Page Tis