Referenced communication enclosed a letter
from who has offered two possible solu- tions to captioned matter. Seattle Division's comments to the feasibility and plausibility of these solutions were requested by the Dureau.
One of the solutions was described by as follows !
This is not plausible because the point at which the hijacker left the aircraft was determined by time correlation of a tape recording of the comments of the crew during a "pressure oscillation." This oscilla- tion was later determined to be caused by outside air pressure forcing closed the air stairs, thereby causing an increase in air pressure inside the plane, similar to shutting a car door with the windows up. This
2 - Bureau 2 - Minneapolis (164-73) (2)- Seattle RNN : kn (6)
searched Serialigod Indexed 31106
1
DB Cooper-11597
164-81-4807
b6 b7C
b6
b7C b7D
b6 ৳7C b7D b6 b7C b7D
SE 164-81
phenomena of "pressure oscillation" was unknown to the crew or anyone else, prior to a test conducted by FBI, U. S. Air Force and Northwest Orient Airlines personnel on January 6, 1972.
b6 b7C
b6
b7C b7D
b6 ৳7C b7D b6 b7C b7D
SE 164-81
phenomena of "pressure oscillation" was unknown to the crew or anyone else, prior to a test conducted by FBI, U. S. Air Force and Northwest Orient Airlines personnel on January 6, 1972.
The final solution was proposed by as follows:
In order for this solution to have any credibility at all, it is necessary to make the following assumptions:
(1) If it was a crewmember, he would be known to to stewardessos and the ticket agent;
(2) There would have to have been at least seven persons involved (i.e. pilot, 2nd officer, 3rd officer, 3 stewardesses and a ticket agent or an accomplice) ;
(3) No passengers were involved.
Under these assumptions, this solution is not plausible because of the following reasons:
- 2 -
DB Cooper-11598SE 164-81
(1) All of the descriptions of UNSUB supplied by crew and passengers agreed for the most part, and no indication of UNSUE wearing a disguise (i.c., wig, makeup) was given.
(2) All of the statements by crew and passengers agreed for the most part as to what took place during the hijack. A conspiracy involving seven or more persons would probably have some discrepancies as to story content.
A conspiracy involving seven or more persons would probably have some discrepancies as to story content.
(3) The crew described a pressure oscillation which occurred at 8:11 PM on November 24, 1971. The fact that an oscillation would occur when someone parachuted from the rear air stairs was not known until January 6, 1972 (see above) .
On June 19, 1973, Official of Northwest
Orient Airlines, furnished the following descriptions of two of the three NORJAK crew members:
Since the description of the was not determined, the following lead is set forth on a UACB basis:
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
LEAD
MINNEAPOLIS At Minneapolis, Minnesota
Will discreetly dotermine
description b6 b7C
and set out leads to have other appropriate investigation conducted necessary to determine if could have posed as UNSUB.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-11599
~ 3 -FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/21/73
Transmit the following in
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Airmail (Priority)
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
7 
FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE: UNSUB
Salem, Oregon.
5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/21/73
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TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
7 
FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE: UNSUB
Salem, Oregon.
An informant in the Seattle Division advised that (LNU) (PROTECT) reported that Salem, Oregon.
feels it is a fellow worker who
reportedly
has reported
that this person resembles the drawing of D. B. COOPER, has never been in the military,
At the time of the hijacking this person reportedly was on a nine-day leave.
This person has a
in Woodland, Washington, In addition, it was reported
that Woodland, Washington.
LEADS
PORTLAND 2 - Portland 3 - Seattle RNN / sem
164-81-4808
b6 b7C
b6 b7C b7D
Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-11600SE 164-81
AT SALEM, OREGON
Will conduct logical investigation to further identify subject and thereafter process him to determine if he is ident with Unsub. (NOTE:
source of information is to remain confidential). ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
b6 b7C ৳7D
-2-
DB Cooper-11601 FD-36 (Rev.
(NOTE:
source of information is to remain confidential). ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
b6 b7C ৳7D
-2-
DB Cooper-11601 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/21/73
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(Priority)

TO:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-8]) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE:	Salem,
Oregon.

An informant in the Seattle Division advised that (LNU). (PROTECT) reported that Salem, Oregon.
it is a fellow worker who reportedly is has reported that this person resembles the drawing of D. B. COOPER, has never been in the military.
At the time of the hijacking this person reportedly was on a nine-day leave.
This person has a living in Woodland, Washington, In addition, it was reported
that Woodland, Washington.
LEADS
PORTLAND
2 -- Portland 3 - Seattle RNN/ sem (5)
164-81-4808
Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U.
LEADS
PORTLAND
2 -- Portland 3 - Seattle RNN/ sem (5)
164-81-4808
Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-11602
b6 b7C
b6 b7C b7D6/22/73
AIRTEL
A IRMA IL
TO:
SAC, DENVER (164-98)
7. FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
b6 b7C
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
(00:
SEATTLE)
RE
6/4/73.
Re Los Vegas airtel to Seattle and Denver, dated $62
164-81-10
Enclosed for Minneapolis is one (1) copy each of two police photographs taken of subject b6
b7C
All logieal investigation appears to have been completed concerning Investigation to date bas failed to eliminate him as a suspect in this matter. In view of the above, the following leads are being set forth:
LEADS :
DENVER DIVISION
b6 to witness, AT AURORA, COLORADO, Will display photograph b7C
AT RANGELY, COLORADO. Will recontact and attempt to obtain major case prints. If obtained, forward same to the laboratory for comparison with NORJACK partials.
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA. Will display enclosed
photographs b6 b7C
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Denver (164-98)
2 - Minneapolis (
Will display enclosed
photographs b6 b7C
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Denver (164-98)
2 - Minneapolis (164-73) (ENCL 2) 3 - Seattle (164-81) Searched
RNN : bh
Serialized 1+ (7) bh
N
b6 b7C
R
Indexed
Piled 164-81-4809
DB Cooper-116046/22/73
AIRTEL
A IRMA IL
TO:
SAC, DENVER (164-98)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NOR JACK
(00:
SEATTLE)
RE
Re Los Vegas airtel to Seattle and Denver, dated
164-81-19 382 6/4/73.
Enclosed for Minneapolis is one (1) copy each of two police photographs taken of subject b6
b7C
All logical investigation appears to have been completed concerning Investigation to date bas failed to eliminate him as a suspect in this matter. In view of the above, the following leads are being set forth: LEADS!
DENVER DIVISION
b6 to witness, AT AURORA, COLORADO. Will display photograph b7C
AT RANGELY, COLORADO. Will recontact and attempt to obtain major case prints, If obtained, forward same to the laboratory for comparison with NORJACK partials.
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, Will display enclosed
photographs
b6 b7C
ARMED AND
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, Will display enclosed
photographs
b6 b7C
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Denver (164-98) 2 - Minneapolis (164-73) (ENCL 2) 3- Seattle (164-81) RNN : bh (7)
164-81-4809
DB Cooper-11605
b6 b7CNR ØØI AX PLAIN 5:28PM NITEL 6/23/73 WMM TO SEATTLE (164-81) FROM ALEXANDRIA. (164-72) (RUC) IP
b6 b7C
NORJAK, 00 :SEATTLE.
RE SUBJECT RE SEATTLE AIRTEL: TO ALEXANDRIA , 6/6/73. ON 6/22/73,
b6
b7C
ARLINGTON, VA.,
ADVISED THAT A, CHECK OF HER RECORDS WAS NEGATIVE RE AND THAT IF RECORDS ARE NOT IN ST. LOUIS, IT WOULD INDICATE TO HER THAT SUBJECT WAS NEVER IN THE NAVY. IF SEATTLE HAS FURTHER VERIFICATION OF SUBJECT 'S
SERVICE, IT SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO ALEXANDRIA AND A RECHECK OF THE RECORDS WILL BE MADE. RUC. END . FBI'SE AEU
b6 b7C
CasiPis
164-81-4810
INBENE SERIALIZED
SEARCHED 4 FILED JUN 2 3 1973 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-116066/19/73
PLAINTEXT
NITEL
TELETYPE

TO:	PHOENIX
FROM:	DENVER (164-98) (P)
NORJAK.
SERIALIZED
SEARCHED 4 FILED JUN 2 3 1973 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-116066/19/73
PLAINTEXT
NITEL
TELETYPE

TO:	PHOENIX
FROM:	DENVER (164-98) (P)
NORJAK.	00: SEATTLE.

PG. 1
b6 b7C
RE SEATTLE TELETYPE TO DENVER, DATED 6/16/73.
b6 b7C
DENVER, COLORADO, ADVISED 6/18/73 THEIR FILES FOR SHOWS HE WAS NOT ON LEAVE ON 11/24/71 BUT WAS
ON DUTY WITH
AIRMAIL COPY FURNISHED SEATTLE. ARMED AND DANGEROUS
END TEL
1 Seattle (AM, RM) 1 - Denver DLR:r1h (2)
164-81-4811 #IF EXED JUN2 3 1973
N
DB Cooper-11607
b6 b7C OPTIONAL FORM NO. 1D RAY 1002 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO : SAC, ANCHORAGE (164-81)
DATE:6/19/73 Etsac:
FROM A VBAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: Seattle
RE:
b6 b7C
Re San Antonio letter to Seattle and Los Angeles, dated 5/31/73.
Enclosed for the investigative assistance of Anchorage are two copies of referenced letter and one photograph of Cn 6/13/73. Redondo Beach, California, was interviewed She advised
b6 b7C
b6
b7C
by SAs had never finished high school, had never been in the military service.
Redondo Beach, California, was interviewed She advised
b6 b7C
b6
b7C
by SAs had never finished high school, had never been in the military service.
had no pilot or parachuting
experience. She added that she had never even known him to fly as a passenger on a commercial airlines as he had a fear of flying.
She stated that Smoked cigarettes and favored Marlboro brand cigarettes.
b6 b7C
After observing an artist's conception of the highjacker in this matter she advised, in her opinion, that the artist's conception does not, in any way, resemble b6 b7C
2 - Anchorage (Encl. 3) 2 - San Antonio (Info) (1 - 164-1111 1 - 2 - Seattle (164-81) 2 - Los Angeles
CRS/em (8)
164-81-4812 b6 b7C
SEARCHED INDEXED SR. ALIZED CI FILED I JUN2 3 1973
N
b6 b7C
Ren II & Commaat Rand Road. de aut. Parrall Contact Plan
DB Cooper-11608LA 164-497
Concerning his whereabouts onll/24/71, she believes Anchorage, Alaska, at that time. b6 b7C
She is certain they were living in Anchorage and almost certain they were living together during At that time,
was emnloved as
They lived in
She could recall the
b6 b7C
LEAD
ANCHORAGE
AT ANCHORAGE, ALASKA: Attempt
were living in Anchorage and almost certain they were living together during At that time,
was emnloved as
They lived in
She could recall the
b6 b7C
LEAD
ANCHORAGE
AT ANCHORAGE, ALASKA: Attempt to locate
and verify in that firm on
b6 b7C
employment of 11/24/71.
2*
DB Cooper-11609 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4: CFR) 105-tt.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/20/73
FROM :
SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80)
-P-
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE :
Re Savannah airtel to Seattle, 4/25/73. The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT WICHITA, KANSAS
After several unsuccessful attempts to contact him at his residence, as contacted at his place of employment.
informed that he was never Georgia, but was
during that time was
He recalled that the a man named advised that he would have no records indicating the whereabouts of on 11/24/71, but it was his recollection that some leave not long before Christmas, 1971, and could possibly have been on leave on that date in November.
involving
recalled the incident at and further recalled that they had to
described
as a but thought that of @2 - Seattle 2 - Kansas City KAL
involving
recalled the incident at and further recalled that they had to
described
as a but thought that of @2 - Seattle 2 - Kansas City KAL : 1w (4)
4010-100-02
Ly/ 1-3
164-81-4813
SEARCHED
INDEXED
SERIALIZED ( FILED
JUN2 3 1973
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-11610
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
took
b6 b7C
b6 b7CKC 164-80
more likely to be involved in something the nature of an airplane hijacking. stated, however, that he knew of absolutely nothing indicating that either of them had actually been so involved.
said he thought
b6 b7C were parachutists.
pointed out that military record might indicate whether he was actually on leave on 11/24/71.
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-11611
2 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR 141 CHU 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/22/73
FROM
PAŠAS
SAC, PHOENIX (164-100) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
Seattle
b6 b7C
RE:
4.36 b6 Re Seattle airtel to Phoenix, 6/8/73.
b7C 164-81- 1a Enclosed are two different photographs of b6 Arizona.
36 b6 Re Seattle airtel to Phoenix, 6/8/73.
b7C 164-81- 1a Enclosed are two different photographs of b6 Arizona.
b7C
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Eliminate
2' Seattle (Enc. 4) 2 - Phoenix Recide
JVT/gle (4)
og
Coll P's
164-81-4814
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED LE FILED # JUN2 5 1973
9010-108-02
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Say
N
DB Cooper-11612
b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1$$2 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-15.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
DATE: 6/25/73 b6 b7C
b6 b7C
Re :
former employer of was interviewed on October 5, 1972, at which time he stated that he did not feel was identical to unsub, in that is much heavier and has a broader face. In addition,
b6 b7C
statement by saying she also did not feel
was identical with unsub.
It is noted from review of this file that the following discrepancy differences exist between the best known description of unsub and
b6 ৳7C
(this would make him
Suspect's date of birth is the time of Norjak) .
It is noted from review of this file that the following discrepancy differences exist between the best known description of unsub and
b6 ৳7C
(this would make him
Suspect's date of birth is the time of Norjak) .
Suspect's build
Suspect's
Suspect's
In view of the above discrepancies, no further investigation is warranted concerning as a Norjak suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
(3) RNN/s1b
164-81-4815 3. - .. RED. ..... INDEXED, ZED 24 FILED LE JUN 2 5 1973
COL. SEATTLE
b6 ৳7C
5010-IDS
DB Cooper-11613
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
6/25/73
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re :
former employer of was interviewed on October 5, 1972, at which time he stated that he did not feel was identical to unsub, in that is much heavier and has a broader face. In addition,
statement by saying she also did not feel
was identical with unsub.
It is noted from review of this file that the following discrepancy differences exist between the best known description of unsub and
(this would make him
Suspect's date of birth is the time of Norjak) .
is noted from review of this file that the following discrepancy differences exist between the best known description of unsub and
(this would make him
Suspect's date of birth is the time of Norjak) .
Suspect's build
Suspect's
Suspect's
In view of the above discrepancies, no further investigation is warranted concerning as a Norjak suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
(3) RNN/slb
164-81-4815 VIZeu 66 FILEN RE JUN 25 1973 #01 - SEATTLE 7
1
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-11614FD-36 (Rev. 5-22 .4)
FBI Date: 6/28/73
Transmit the following in
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AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO
SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-21)
FROM SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
b6 b7C
RE:
Reference Salt Lake City airtel to Seattle dated
6/14/73.
Enclosed for Anchorage and Las Vegas is one (1) copy of referenced communication.
All Norjak eye witnesses have been repeatedly contacted and have viewed numerous photographs. Up to now they have been extremely cooperative, notwithstanding the many contacts they have endured both at work and at home. Based on the above, these witnesses will not be contacted to view photographs unless there is no other way to
Based on the above, these witnesses will not be contacted to view photographs unless there is no other way to eliminate a suspect.
Accordingly, the following leads are being set forth:
LEADS
2 - Salt Lake City 2 - Anchorage (164-59) (Enc. 1) 2 - Las Vegas (164-60) (Enc. 1) 3 - Seattle RNN : j1b
N
€
164-81-4816
Sent
1.' Per DB Cooper-11615
Approved:
(9) P Intoxed Filod ____ 43
Special Agent in Charge
U.S. Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574SE 164-81 -
*
SALT LAKE CITY At Salt Lake City, Utah
Will conduct Department of Motor Vehicles checks and investigation at BYU to determine date of birth or Social Security Number for suspect.
A'" HORAGE A: Anchorage, Alaska -
.
Attempt to locate and process suspect.
LAS VEGAS At Nellis Air Force Base
Attempt to locate and process suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2
DB Cooper-11616FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 6/28/73
Transmit the following in
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AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-21) FROM SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT NORJAK 00: Seattle
b6 b7C
RE:
Reference Salt Lake City airtel to Seattle dated
6/14/73.
Transmit the following in
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AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-21) FROM SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT NORJAK 00: Seattle
b6 b7C
RE:
Reference Salt Lake City airtel to Seattle dated
6/14/73.
Enclosed for Anchorage and Las Vegas is one (1) copy of referenced communication.
All Norjak eye witnesses have been repeatedly contacted and have viewed numerous photographs. Up to now they have been extremely cooperative, notwithstanding the many contacts they have endured both at work and at home. Based on the above, these witnesses will not be contacted to view photographs unless there is no other way to eliminate a suspect.
Accordingly, the following leads are being set forth:
LEADS
2 - Salt Lake City 2 - Anchorage (164-59) (Enc. 1) 2 - Las Vegas (164-60) (Enc. 1) 3 Seattle RNN : j 1b (9)
164-81-4816
Approved:
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-11617
Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574SAC, PORTLAND
6/27/73
f.
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
b6 b7C
HORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE:
Re Seattle airtel to Bureau, ETAL, 6/4/73.
b6 has been omitted as a suspect by investigation conducted by the San Francisco Division.
b6 has been omitted as a suspect by investigation conducted by the San Francisco Division. b7C
Portland discontinue re ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Portland (3)- Seattle RIN : DEN (5)
Searchod Serialirod Indexed 2 01160
MA
NJ 
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-11619
164-81-4817 SAC, PORTLAND
6/27/73
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE:
Re Seattle airtel to Bureau, ETAL, 6/4/73. has been omitted as a suspect by investigation conducted by the San Francisco Division.
Portland discontinue re ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Portland (3)- Seattle REMI: bgw (5)
DB Cooper-11620 164-81-4817
b6 b7C
b6 b7C Although I have read how extremely pleased the FBI hierarchy is with the latest of the mental midgets appointed to grace the FBI, it is important that your happy hierarchy be fully informed of his questionable background.
164-81-4818
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED modus FILED JUN 1 9 1973 rui , SEATTLE
DB Cooper-11621C
I hope that you don't think that I've forgotten all about you and rummaging through old clippings to send you.
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED modus FILED JUN 1 9 1973 rui , SEATTLE
DB Cooper-11621C
I hope that you don't think that I've forgotten all about you and rummaging through old clippings to send you. It's just that I've been too lazy to write anybody. Actually, you're the only one left in the whole FBI that I'm talking to. Maybe one other. I'm really disgusted with for leaving. He's a crybaby. And I haven't told you yet that and I haven't been getting along for months. Ever since I wrote him a nice polite letter telling him why FBI agents should
was responsible for breaking
a case. didn't say thank you. Naturally, he hasn't heard from me since.
I have some nice picture postcards from Disneyland that I'm going to send you.
DB Cooper-11622
b6 b7C
b6
b7C DUS ANGELES TIMES, . June .8
973.
Mr. Nixon's New FBI Choice
What the Federal Bureau of Investigation has most conspicuously lacked in the 13 months since J. Edgar Hoover died is firm and visible profession- al leadership, a phrase that in terms of the FBI's needs implies not only high technical competence In law enforcement, but also an unshakable dedica-
Edgar Hoover died is firm and visible profession- al leadership, a phrase that in terms of the FBI's needs implies not only high technical competence In law enforcement, but also an unshakable dedica- tion to the political independence of the bureau.
. Clarence M. Kelley, President Nixon's choice as new FBI director, could, fill those needs. He is trained in the law and has had extensive exper- ience in enforcing the law, including nearly 21' , years with the FBI and 12 years as police chief of Kansas City. He has been described by aides as a steady, unemotional, fair man, a tough administra- tor who insists on efficiency. He has an enthusiasm for the FBI that suggests a necessary appreciation for maintaining-or more properly now, restoring -its integrity. and freedom from political misuse.
These would seem to be rather basic requisites for any FBI director, but after the inglorious and demoralizing tenure of Mr. Nixon's old friend, L. Patrick Gray III, it is necessary to make mention of them again. The plain fact is that in the last year the FBI has had its reputation sullied and its inde- pendence challenged, not because of any known corruption in its ranks, but because its
The plain fact is that in the last year the FBI has had its reputation sullied and its inde- pendence challenged, not because of any known corruption in its ranks, but because its acting direc:
tor was more experienced as a political loyalist than as a custodian of power. Gray was used, and through him the FBI was used, for deceitful and self-protective purposes by the White House. Gray is gone but the FBI remains, and the task of un- doing the damage that has been done to it looms large. . :
'A primary job is to restore confidence within the bureau itself. An absence of sound and knowledge-, able leadership has apparently exacted a heavy toll in morale and, sources in the FBI say, in efficiency as well. There have been an unusually large num- der of resignations in recent months and, reported- ly, an unusual confusion and uncertainty about im- portant policy matters .:
On paper Kelley appears to have the credentials to reenergize the FBI. First, though, he must win the approval of the Senate, where he could face some tough questioning. There have been allega- tions that Kelley is insensitive toward Kansas City, blacks.
First, though, he must win the approval of the Senate, where he could face some tough questioning. There have been allega- tions that Kelley is insensitive toward Kansas City, blacks. There was also Kelley's action, revealed in 1969, in releasing a large number of confiscated weapons to a former. Army general, who later sold the guns for profit. No charges were ever brought against Kelley in this matter, but the incident is likely to be recalled during the .confirmation hearingsi.
DB Cooper-11623S ANGELA $67 5 PM 18 JUN 1973
U S
SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE
Federal Bureau of Investigation 1015 Second Avenue Seattle Washington 98104
Airmail
DB Cooper-116246/28/73
DIRECTOR, FBI
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81-2177)
b6 b7C
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION CONCERNING
There is attached for the Bureau's information an anonymous communication which was postmarked in Los Angeles, California, at 5:00 p.m. on June 18, 1973, addressed to this office, together with the enclosure.
I suspect that this letter is written by the captioned individual who has corresponded with this office previously.
2 - Bureau (Enc.
I suspect that this letter is written by the captioned individual who has corresponded with this office previously.
2 - Bureau (Enc. 1) 1 - Los Angeles (Info) (Enc. 1) 1 - Seattle JEN: msd (4)
a
Scarehed
4819
164-81-
‘DB Cooper-11625OPTIONA, GO' 4 NỘ. tỘ MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (#1 CFR) 101-11. UNITED STATES GO NMENT Memorandum
TO
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/29/73
FROM
'SA
SUBJECT: NORJAC
(00: SEATTLE)
RE:
Langley
On 6/6/73, Washington, advised that in Langley. He is constantly behind in his payments and has no visible wealth. He evidently is a viewed the composite photograph of the subject and stated that it does resemble
On 6/6/73 Langley, advised that
They have no luxuries and do not appear to have any wealth. They are always short of funds and at the present time, cannot afford to fix their automobile.
have lived
He did not believe that
resembled the composite photograph of the subject in this case.
On 6/14/73, Police Department, advised that he is acquainted with
Langley
He has heard rumors that paratrooper and was in the military service.
On 6/14/73, Police Department, advised that he is acquainted with
Langley
He has heard rumors that paratrooper and was in the military service. He is an
is an ex-
in Langley.
He has some money off and on, but certainly no extensive wealth. He is a suspect
and he has been His partner in crime is believed
advised that
Langley. He
stated that subject.
does not resemble" the photograph of the
On 6/14/73, Langley, advised that he is acquainted with and stated that he has explained this by 164-81-4820
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He believed that
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stating
About a year ago,
has always had severe financial problems. He stated that the photograph of the subject resembles however, He described as follows :
Sex :
Male
Race :
White
Height:
5*7"
Weight:
165 lbs.
Skin:
Fair
Hair:
Black, curly, ruddy complexion, b6
high forehead
Age :
He further stated that he has never seen wearing a suit and doubts he owns one.
Skin:
Fair
Hair:
Black, curly, ruddy complexion, b6
high forehead
Age :
He further stated that he has never seen wearing a suit and doubts he owns one.
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On 6/14/73,
Langley, advised that she is acquainted with and stated he frequents He has
He smokes continuously and is a heavy beer drinker. She. On several occasions,
would
he has told that he is D. B. COOPER and the FBI has been looking for him. He states that the money is buried and he has not spent it since it is marked. He has no visible signs of wealth, and she has never seen him wearing a suit, advised that
She advised that the photograph of the subject does resembel
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT LANGLEY, WASHINGTON. Continue investigation to determine if is identical to the subject and if being feasible, consider interviewing him regarding his statements
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Recommend reassigned to SA
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DB Cooper-11627
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/22/73
FROM Pfe SAC KANSAS CITY (164-80) -P- SUBJECT: NORJAK
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00: Seattle
RE :
The following
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/22/73
FROM Pfe SAC KANSAS CITY (164-80) -P- SUBJECT: NORJAK
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RE :
The following investigation was conducted by b7C
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AT FORT SCOTT, KANSAS :
1
On 4/18/73, (Protect Identity) , furnished the
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following information :
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They both advised that they had absolutely no first hand information regarding any airplane hijacking, and stated that the information they were furnishing was based upon information
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Kansas.
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stated that
who live in the advised
country near
Kansas.
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that the
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been somewhat concerned about the
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after the hijacking of a Northwest Airlines airplane in November 1971, which they heard about at the time through the news media.
According to
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whose activities were
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entirely unknown to other individuals in the community. that on at least one occasion
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Pay
5010-106-02KC 164-80
advosised that
informed her that
had also commented in the past that he might
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Pay
5010-106-02KC 164-80
advosised that
informed her that
had also commented in the past that he might further reportedly stated were talking about the indicated
on one occasion Oregon and Washington State area, and that he
stated that the above information is the reason why she might possibly know
something about the Northwest Airlines hijacking. She advised
and she therefore did not want them to know she had contacted the FBI. She stated that
further noted that apparently had money, as they were reportedly paying
name unknown, and the house did not appear to be worth more She pointed out that
The following investigation was conducted by
SA
AT KANSAS :
On 4/26/73.
advised beginning
in January 1972.
advised that about 4/1/73, and told him stated he has not heard from
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advised that he had not known
He said that he
prior to the time knew very little about him, and that him as a "loner". He said that arranged through the
was actually Realty Company,
advised that
at least some of which
stated he did not know whether
He said that arranged through the
was actually Realty Company,
advised that
at least some of which
stated he did not know whether such a company existed. He recalled that he observed some type of form from the Realty Company when first contacted him, and that the form indicated
stated that he knew very little of background, but did recall indicating
one occasion on which
Kansas. He also remembered at least talked of having stated he knew of no one
closely acquainted with
described as a white male in his late 30s or early 40s, at least 6 feet tall, 190 to 200 pounds, with blond wavy hair.
On 4/26/73, inquiry at the United States Post Office, Kansas, determined that did not receive mail through that Post Office, and left no forwarding address.
AT
KANSAS :
On 5/17/73,
advised that
has
stated he did not know but had heard that he had his last known address near
whereabouts, after leaving Kansas.
stated he did not personally know and did not know a great deal concerning his background. He
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mentioned however that in
He
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mentioned however that in
he listed his employment as
At that time, Petaluma, California.
stated that it was early 1971 when
At that time, he listed his address as Kansas, and indicated he was
address was listed as California, telephone number - application
The former San Francisco,
listed his age
On the indicated he His application indicated Kansas. Ohio.
was listed as
advised that when he exhibited some sort of card indicating his
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with the Kansas. He
also indicated he had been employed with
AT
KANSAS :
On 5/30/73, advised that records reflect Kansas,
that entered the of birth were listed as
His date and place
His religious affiliation was indicated to be His Kansas, address was His record reveals that he
reflected as graduated from
stated that
than a year that on 9/16/52,
completed less She advised
California. She said that
in 1965 a transcript was sent to
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DB Cooper-11631
-4-KC 164-80
On 5/30/73, advised that in charge of that office, who would be the person there with
She said that
in 1965 a transcript was sent to
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DB Cooper-11631
-4-KC 164-80
On 5/30/73, advised that in charge of that office, who would be the person there with the most information concerning was
Realty Company, the broker
stated that for a short time
beginning about January 1972. recalled having worked there, but stated he never became closely acquainted with him. He did state that he did not feel knew much about the real estate business, and
had some questions about whether or not dealing honestly with his clients. It was recollection that
was
Kansas, before coming though he could furnish no details in that stated that on 7/18/72, which was sometime Realty Company.
regard, after
took action to have informed that should have a real estate application on file at Topeka, Kansas, in the Office of the Real Estate Commission.
LEADS :
KANSAS CITY
At Topeka, Kansas:
Will contact the Office of the Kansas Real Estate Commission and review the application for a real estate license on the part of for any information which would aid in establishing his whereabouts on November 24, 1971.
LEADS :
KANSAS CITY
At Topeka, Kansas:
Will contact the Office of the Kansas Real Estate Commission and review the application for a real estate license on the part of for any information which would aid in establishing his whereabouts on November 24, 1971. Will obtain other descriptive and background infor- mation.
At Kansas :
Will conduct investigation at and will contact other logical sources, to obtain further background information regarding and information to establish his whereabouts on 11/24/71.
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DB Cooper-11632 6/29/73
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL

TO:	DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:	SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

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Re Seattle airtel to the Bureau, 6/20/73.
On 6/29/73, Corporate Headquarters, Northwest Airlines, Minneapolis, Minnesota, advised SA that he 16 personally acquainted with of the NORJAK flight, that he knows inasmuch as the hijacking, and his voice is known to in no way resembles the description of the UNSUB in this case, and could not, under any circumstances, conceive of being involved.
SA that he 16 personally acquainted with of the NORJAK flight, that he knows inasmuch as the hijacking, and his voice is known to in no way resembles the description of the UNSUB in this case, and could not, under any circumstances, conceive of being involved.
during
regarding
In view of the above, no further inquiry is being made possible involvement.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau . Seattle (164-81) 2 - Minmepolis TES:rjt (6) ELIMINATE
164-81-4822
SGARCHED ...________ INDEXED SERIALIZER JUL ? 1973
IN 
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DB Cooper-11633ID . 36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
7/5/73
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO :
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
Re Chicago letter to Seattle and Minneapolis, dated 6/29/73.
has been eliminated as a suspect in this matter; Minneapolis is to disregard lead set forth in referenced communication.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
1 - Minneapolis 1 - Chicago (164-297) (INFO)
M3. 3- Seattle RNN/bjb RNN(5) NA
Socialized Indexod
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Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-11634
RU.
3- Seattle RNN/bjb RNN(5) NA
Socialized Indexod
7110@
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164-81-4823
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-11634
RU.S. Government Printing Office: 1972 -- 455-574
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FBI
Date:
7/5/73
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIR MAIL
(Priority}
TO :
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
RE:
Re Chicago letter to Seattle and Minneapolis, dated 6/29/73.
has been eliminated as a suspect in this matter; Minneapolis is to disregard lead set forth in referenced communication.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
1 - Minneapolis 1 - Chicago (164-297) (INFO) 3)- Seattle RNN/bjb (5)
16 Fara
164781-4823
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-11635
#U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1062 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:SAC, SEATTLE (164-81
(P)
DATE:
7/5/73
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FROM
:SA
SUBJECT: NORJAC
(00: SEATTLE)
Re
On 11/20/71,
Northwest Orient Airlines, Seattle-Tacoma Airport, advised
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:SAC, SEATTLE (164-81
(P)
DATE:
7/5/73
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FROM
:SA
SUBJECT: NORJAC
(00: SEATTLE)
Re
On 11/20/71,
Northwest Orient Airlines, Seattle-Tacoma Airport, advised Northwest Orient received an anonymous telephone call on their Tacoma line at 1:20 a.m., wherein the caller made reference to caller said
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The
LEADS:
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will conduct credit and DONE
criminal checks concerning to further identify him. b6
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AT TACOMA, WASHINGTON, Will conduct credit and criminal checks concerning to further identify him. 3/5/
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : bh (3) De no lecting- Tacoma City Dir. Suburban Puyallup City Dir.
Jacomo ld. to
164-81-4824
**. 5 1973
5010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11636
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81
(P)
SA
NORJAC (00: SEATTLE)
Re
On 11/20/71,
Northwest Orient Airlines, Seattle-Tacoma Airport, advised Northwest Orient received an anonymous telephone call on their Tacoma line at 1:20 a.m., where in the caller made reference to caller said
The
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LEADS:
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT SEATTLE,
, where in the caller made reference to caller said
The
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LEADS:
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, Will conduct credit and criminal checks concerning to further identify him. b6 b7C
AT TACOMA, WASHINGTON. Will conduct credit and criminal checss concerning to further identify him.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : bh (3)
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JUL 5 1973
DB Cooper-11637CG 164-297 EK: jeo 1
SUSPECT :
AT JOLIET, ILLINOIS
On June 19, 1973.
advised SA that
was employed
His records reflect the following addresses
for
Present Address
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Prior Addresses
San Francisco, California;
San Rafael California.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
advised that he does not know
employment but believes
company at one time but are now all deceased.
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TO : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM Og (BAC, CHICAGO (164-297) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (00: Seattle)
DATE:
6/29/73
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Re Chicago letter to Seattle dated 4/30/73. Enclosed for Seattle and Minneapolis are two copies each of investigative insert reflecting investigation at Joliet, Illinois, to locate
SUSPECT :
LEAD
MINNEAPOLIS
AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA. Locate and interview to determine if he could be unknown subject. b6 b7C 2
Seattle (Encls. 2)2- -- 2 - Minneapolis (Encls. 2) 1 - Chicago
EK: jeo (5)
5010-101-02
0 3-4626
JUL 5 1873
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-11639FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 7/3/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AINTEL AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
RORJAK
(00 : Seattle)
Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 6/21/73.
in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AINTEL AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
RORJAK
(00 : Seattle)
Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 6/21/73.
Contact 7/2/73 with the personnel offices of the
operating at Salem, Oregon,
does not have an employee
determined that with the last name of in Salon. In addition, there is no canlovce whose last name begins with the letters etc.
The description and background information concerning the suspect as provided by (LNU) is not sufficient to conduct logical inquiries of
LEAD
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Recontact informant who provided information in referenced airtel and obtain additional details so that suspect at Salem, Oregon, can be identified.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2 Seattle 2 - Portland
Jacona Cdi. to
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CEARCHED . WILL INDEXED. SORIALEFO JUL 6 1973
BWTO : cel (4) S
DB Cooper-11640
Approved:
Sent
Special Agent in Charge
#U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 -- 455-574
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cuffieient to comluct logical ioquiisics of
LAD
FATIA
Recontnet infoycant Cho provided information in relerereid airtel ead obtain additional dotoilo co that quarset at Onloi, Oregon, can boo identified.
NEED AND DAIGHQUE.
CccetIo Portland
ED:och (.1)
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DB Cooper-11641
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL, REGISTERED

TO:	SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88)
FROM:	SAC, DENVER (164-208) (RUC)

SUBJECT:
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00: CLEVELAND
Re St.
1)
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JUL 6 1978
DB Cooper-11641
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL, REGISTERED

TO:	SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88)
FROM:	SAC, DENVER (164-208) (RUC)

SUBJECT:
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00: CLEVELAND
Re St. Louis letter to Cleveland, 6/6/73.
On 6/18/73, Personnel Command Section, Air Reserve Personnel Center, Denver, Colorado, advised they could not locate a military file for the subject by SSAN or Air Force Serial Number. They further advised their rosters for the National Personnel Records Center, St. Louis, Missouri, the Air National Guard, and Air Force Active Duty Personnel are all negative re
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(2 - Cleveland (AM, RM) 2 - Denver (1 - 164-208) (1 - 164-98) DLR:r1h (4)
16.4-
164-81-4828
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DB Cooper-11642SL-17 (Rev. 4-17-70)
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-33)
6-6-73
· SAC, ST. LOUIS ( 164-M ) (RUC)
HANDLE AS b6 b7C
AIRTEL
Reference: CT FD-356, 5-29-73. (Copy enclosed for IN.) NATIONAL DESCANNER OFCARAC CENTER (NPRC) RECORDS CHECK RE: 
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) NATIONAL DESCANNER OFCARAC CENTER (NPRC) RECORDS CHECK RE: 
b6
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could be located on basis of information furnished. In event ad- ditional identifying or descriptive data becomes available, another lead for review of the NPRC (civilian or military) records should be submitted. Data needed includes: date and place of birth, nanle utilized in employment or military service, branch and military service number, dates of service or employment, department employing individual, specific organization to which assigned with date of assignment, and Social Security number. File has not yet been located at NPRC. A special search is under way, and file will be reviewed promptly when located.
File has not yet been located at NPRC. A special search is under way, and file will be reviewed promptly when located. Zeile was not located at (QTabak TMilitary) Personnel Records Branch, NPRC. SLMO, and should be
located at
the Air Force Reserve Personel Conter, Dentor, Colorodp.
lead: DENVER
Office
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record located your division. Handle review. Submit results to CV For reference and assistance in handling lead, copies of pertinent serials are enclosed,
Remark st 2 - Cleveland RM
2 - Denver (cncl) RM
2 - St. Louis
(5) jøl Sust itu BE DESTROYED IN 120 DAYS
DB Cooper-11643
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MEDEXED
SERIALIZED JUL ৳ 1973
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SEARCHED INDEXED
SERIAL IZED
FILED
JUN 1 1 1072 *w - CLEVELAND
ARequest for Agency Check FD-356 (Rev. 12-28-71)
INSTRUCTIONS
6.26
1. Submit form in duplicate
2. This form may be submitted in legible HAND PRINTING.
3. Use separate form for each person on whom record is requested.
4. Date & place of birth imperative for passport check.
5. bahcate office for reply in lower left corner.
Date & place of birth imperative for passport check.
5. bahcate office for reply in lower left corner. Also list in same vorner all offices which should receive copies of reply. Include carbon for each office receiving copies.
6. With regard to military records this form does not apply to deserters.
7. Reverse side of form may be used for recording results, if needed.

TO: SAC, Alexandria	 San Antonio RE:	 CIA	 Other	Date
 Baltimore	 St. Louis	 INS
 Denver	 WFO	 MILITARY	5/29/73
 Indianapolis		 PASSPORT

Nanie
Aliases:
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Social Security Number
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Passport Number
Service Nimmtver
Race
Sex
Complexion
Address
White
Male Fair
Cleveland, Ohio
Na,bet
Social Security Number
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Passport Number
Service Nimmtver
Race
Sex
Complexion
Address
White
Male Fair
Cleveland, Ohio

Height	Weight	Hair	Eyes
519"	160	Brown

Other pertinent information:
Information wanted in relation to hijacking of Northwest Airlines 727 Jet, 11/24/71.
Specific information desired:
1. Period of active duty
2. Medical history
3. What was his job? Did he have access to, and knowledge or job training involving aircraft?
4. Type of and reason for discharge
Also fumish! Photo Handwriting specimens
Retum reply to: 6 ţvìʻ
Cleveland
(
164-88
)
Attention SA
Send copies to: 2 /- St. Louis I - Cleveland
ECD :sjf (3)
FOR REPLY ONLY On basis of information furnished, unable to identify: Military Passport INS CIA No pertinent identifiable information Available information attached Photo: Attached Unavailable
furnished, unable to identify: Military Passport INS CIA No pertinent identifiable information Available information attached Photo: Attached Unavailable Handwriting specimen attached
Inquiry made by:
Date:
DB Cooper-11644
Block Stamp and Notations 164-8-4830
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SERIALIZED C FILED.
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/2/73
FROM E
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (P)
SUBJECT:
HORJAK
Enclosed for Seattle is one copy of Cleveland FD-356 to St. Louis, 5/29/73, one copy of St. Louis airtel to Cleveland, 6/6/73, and one copy of Denver airtel to Cleveland, 6/20/73.
On May 22, 1973,
individual came
Cleveland, ohio, advisedthat an on May 21 . 1973. and asked
He stated.
said that during the talk and he once mentioned something about hijacking an airplane.
Attempts on May 22, 1973, to talk with Cleveland, Ohio.
produced negative results.
said that during the talk and he once mentioned something about hijacking an airplane.
Attempts on May 22, 1973, to talk with Cleveland, Ohio.
produced negative results.
on o later date. became
very excited when confronted by SA and SA Shortly into the interview it became
evident that nervousness and excitement was increasing rapidly; therefore, the interview was concluded ..
Description of
is as follows :
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Race :
White
Sex :
Male
Complexion:
Poir
Height:
5'9"
Weight :
160
Build :
Slim
Hair: Light brown, balding
164-31-483/
- Seattle (Eng. 3) 2 - Cleveland -
ZCD/ms (4)
JUL : 1973
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5010-104-02
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CV 164-88
Date of Birth: Place of Birth: Voice :
Characteristics: Rolled his own cigarettes
did advise that he was
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On May 24, 1973,
advised that
DB Cooper-11646
27/6/73
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
Sui-0
TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
HORJAK
00:
Seattle
MONTHLY SUMMARY
Re Seattle airtel to Bureau, dated 6/8/73.
did advise that he was
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On May 24, 1973,
advised that
DB Cooper-11646
27/6/73
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
Sui-0
TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
HORJAK
00:
Seattle
MONTHLY SUMMARY
Re Seattle airtel to Bureau, dated 6/8/73.
SUSPECTS
No outstanding suspects are under consideration
at this time. There are currently 651 suspects, 432 of
whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed
and systematic elimination of these suspects continues.
FILE REVIEN
Serial by serial, subject by subject, file re- view continues at Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Burcau (RM) 3 - Seattle RINI/bjb , į (5) wuaronoa Sorialise Indexod 313.00
DB Cooper-11647 164-81-48327/6/73
AIRTEL AIR MAIL
Jula 0
TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
HORJAK
00:
Seattle
MONTHLY SUMMARY
Re Seattle airtel to Bureau, dated 6/8/73.
SUSPECTS
No outstanding suspects arc under consideration
at this time. There are currently 651 suspects, 482 of
whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed
and systematic elimination of these suspects continues.
FILE REVIEW Serial by serial, subject by subject, file re- view continues at Seattle.
New suspects are being developed
and systematic elimination of these suspects continues.
FILE REVIEW Serial by serial, subject by subject, file re- view continues at Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Burcau (RM) 3 - Seattle -RMN/bjb (5)
DB Cooper-11648 164-81-4832OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 5962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81- 
DATE:
7/5/73
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b7C
FROM SA
SUBJECT :NORJAC (00: SEATTLE)
RE
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Due to the fact that the individual described above was interested only in tossing an object from a plane to an individual on the ground, primarily via a window rather than a door, and due to the fact that the 727 was not mentioned, it is unlikely that he is identical with Unsub.
Further, the man was described as follows:

Clothing :	well-dressed in brown business suit and tie
Jewelry :	wore one or two large diamond rings
Age :	thirty-six to forty years of age
Height:	6' or over
Build:	heavy
Weight:	possibly 200 lbs.
Further, the man was described as follows:

Clothing :	well-dressed in brown business suit and tie
Jewelry :	wore one or two large diamond rings
Age :	thirty-six to forty years of age
Height:	6' or over
Build:	heavy
Weight:	possibly 200 lbs.
Complexion:	light; round, heavy face, no distinctive features
Hair:	dark wavy hair, worn long or full
Education:	educated
Voice :	modulated voice, good speaker and carried attache case; wrote
on yellow pad

These discrepancy differences, combined with the above observation, indicate that no further investigation concerning this suspect is warranted at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : bh (2)
5010-109
ELIMINATES
164-81-4833
SEARCHED .............. INDEXED SERIALIZED, FILED JUL 61973 
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Buy U.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : bh (2)
5010-109
ELIMINATES
164-81-4833
SEARCHED .............. INDEXED SERIALIZED, FILED JUL 61973 
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-11649 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1952 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE:
7/9/73
RE:
Public source directories contained no infor-
mation concerning in Bellevue, Wash- ington. A check of the Motor Vehicle Department in Olympia also contains no record of possessing a driver's license in the State of Washington. Records of the Seattle Credit Bureau were checked negative concerning on June 14, 1973, by SC
The Bellevue telephone directory and Bellevue city directory revealed one
telephone The city directory shows
this individual's occupation
The records of the Seattle Credit Bureau reflected of the same address, with Social Security No. His
age was listed as being
A check of the Driver's License Bureau in Olympia reflects the following:
Name Driver's License No.
His
age was listed as being
A check of the Driver's License Bureau in Olympia reflects the following:
Name Driver's License No. Date of Birth Residence
Eyes Height Weight

Bellevue,	Washington
Hazel
5'11"
164-81-4834
160 lbs.

lead
2)
: 1973
N
5010-103
SE 164-81 I - SE 164-18 JBH/bjb (3)
Bellevue
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly
de Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-11650
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b6 b7C
b6 ৳7C SE 164-81
The records show the above individual has several vehicles registered. The description of these vehicles is being placed in the Sub File.
LEAD:
SEATTLE
AT BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON
on the Norjak case. Determine if Interview is a fictitious name used to deposit funds which initiated this lead situation.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
-2-
DB Cooper-11651 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
RE:
7/9/73
Public source directories contained no infor-
mation concerning in Bellevue, Wash- ington.
-2-
DB Cooper-11651 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
RE:
7/9/73
Public source directories contained no infor-
mation concerning in Bellevue, Wash- ington. A check of the Motor Vehicle Department in Olympia also contains no record of possessing a driver's license in the State of Washington. Records of the Seattle Credit Bureau were checked negative concerning on June 14, 1973, by SC
The Bellevue telephone directory and Bellevue city directory revealed one
telephone The city directory shows
this individual's occupation
The records of the Seattle Credit Bureau reflected of the same address, to be with Social Security No. His
age was listed as being
A check of the Driver's License Bureau in Olympia reflects the following:
Nane Driver's License lio. Date of Birth Residence
Eyes Height Weight
Bellevue, Washington Hazel 5111" 160 1bs.
Und
164-81-4834
2 - SE 164-81 1 - SE 164-18 JBH/bjb (3) Reason
Bellevue
b6 DB Cooper-11652 b7C
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b6 b7CFD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FB 1
Date:
7/5/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO:
Al 
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
5-22-64)
FB 1
Date:
7/5/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO:
Al 
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re Minneapolis letter to Seattle, 4/26/73; Minneapolis letter to the Bureau, 5/16/73; Seattle airtel to Minneapolis, 6/8/73; Seattle airtel to Minneapolis, 6/22/73: 
Enclosed for Chicago are two (2) photographs of
suspect
For the information of Seattle and Chicago,
X Stewardess is currently residing at Illinois,
RE:
The following investigation was conducted at Mobridge, South Dakota, by SA
Chief of Police JAMES SPIRY and Sheriff ROBERT WILLS advised that artist's conception of Unsub does not resemble whereabouts unknown to local law enforcement officials. 2 - Seattle 2 - Chicago (164-297) (Enc. 2) 2 - Minneapolis RLB : cmk (6)
164-5-1-483/A
NUL 71972
&
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Approved:
Sent
Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-11654
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1
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The following investigation was conducted at Howard, South Dakota, by SA
Miner County advised
455-574 DB Cooper-11654
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1
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The following investigation was conducted at Howard, South Dakota, by SA
Miner County advised he does not know He said there are two listings for a in the Howard telephone directory, but he could not advise which of
Miner County Sheriff EUGENE KOLBACH stated that he is acquainted with He said parents are deceased, but that he has in the area. He said the originally came to the Howard area from Seattle.
Sheriff KOLBACH and SA
located
who is employed by
on a
near Howard where
stated that the last time he heard from was approximately one year ago when he telephoned his residence. At that time, was living somewhere northwest of Mobridge, South Dakota. parents are deceased. He further
He said both of advised has never been in the military due to a
He
described as a "smart kid" who never applied himself. He said he is capable of just about anything and has been in trouble on many occasions.
RE:
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SA Minneapolis, advised he dis- to stewardesses
played photograph of
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DB Cooper-11655
- 2 -MP 164-73
of Suspect
together with a photograph as individuals
RE:
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SA Minneapolis, advised he dis- to stewardesses
played photograph of
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DB Cooper-11655
- 2 -MP 164-73
of Suspect
together with a photograph as individuals similar in appearance. should not be considered as a suspect in
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS
LEADS
CHICAGO DIVISION
AT
ILLINOIS
Will display enclosed photographs of Suspect to stewardess
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
Will conduct investigation set out in referenced Seattle airtel, dated 6/22/73.
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- 3 -
DB Cooper-11656OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 105-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC SEATTLE 164-81
P
DATE:
7-9-73
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00 SEATTLE
Ke Memo SA
6-12-73
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E
Underwood, Washington was personally He does not in any way resemble
observed by the writer. the sketches developed in this matter. is in his mid-
has died dark brown hair, heavy wrinkles and the shape of his face and hair line do not conform with the sketthes.
Sheriff BILL CLOSNER was asked about thereason he suggested and his reply was that
I would not consider
a supect in this matter unless something more is developed, He is
Located
Sheriff BILL CLOSNER was asked about thereason he suggested and his reply was that
I would not consider
a supect in this matter unless something more is developed, He is
Located at Underwood, Wash-
ington and Still associated with the U S Army reserve as he indicated he would be spending two weeks with
ELIMINATO
rad
164-81-1835 SEARCHED .___ INDEXED SERIALIZED CC FILED LE JUL 1 0 1973
N b6 b7C
5010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11657
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d
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 192 EJITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
DATE:
7/12/73
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Sub J
-
RE: SUB J
MISCELLANEOUS PERSONS
On 6/22/73,
Phone came into the Seattle Office of the FBI and requested information concerning the area that "D. B. COOPER" may have landed in. explained that he was going to be hiking in the Southwest portion of the state of Washington and thought he would like to look for the ransom money in order to obtain the reward.
was observed to be a White, male, American, 6'3" tall, 185 lbs.
the Southwest portion of the state of Washington and thought he would like to look for the ransom money in order to obtain the reward.
was observed to be a White, male, American, 6'3" tall, 185 lbs., brown hair, crewdut, receding, slim build, yellow teeth, smokes cigarettes.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
b6 b7C
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3 - Seattle RNN/rse (3).
/
5010-108
164-81-4836 . 1 ' 1373 N b6 b7C
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-11658 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 7/12/73
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE: SUB J MISCELLANEOUS PERSONS
On 6/22/73,
Phone came into the Seattle Office of the FBI and requested information concerning the area that "D. B. COOPER" may have landed in. explained that he was going to be hiking in the Southwest portion of the state of Washington and thought he would like to look for the ransom money in order to obtain the reward.
was observed to be a White, male, American, 6'3" tall, 185 lbs., brown hair, crewout, receding, slim build, yellow teeth, smokes cigarettes.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
3 - Seattle RNN/rse (3)
164-81-4836
DB Cooper-11659OPTIONAL FORM NO.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
3 - Seattle RNN/rse (3)
164-81-4836
DB Cooper-11659OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1$12 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
7/12/73
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
On June 29, 1973, the records of the Seattle Police Department, Seattle Traffic Bureau, and the King County Department of Public Safety were checked concern- ing subject with negative results.
b6 b7C
On July 2, 1973, the records of the Seattle Credit Bureau were checked concerning with neg- ative results.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
3/- Seattle RNN/bjb (3)
RUN
Copypas
164-81-4837 + 1 1 1923 N b6 b7C
5010-100
DB Cooper-11660
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
b6 b7C SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA
NORJAK 00: Seattle
RE:
On June 29, 1973, the records of the Seattle Police Department, Seattle Traffic Bureau, and the King County Department of Public Safety were checked concern- ing subject with negative results.
RE:
On June 29, 1973, the records of the Seattle Police Department, Seattle Traffic Bureau, and the King County Department of Public Safety were checked concern- ing subject with negative results.
On July 2, 1973, the records of the Seattle Credit Bureau were checked concerning with neg- ative results.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
1
( 3, - Seattle RNN/bjb (3)
7/12/73
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
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164-81-4937
DB Cooper-116617/3/73
AIRTEL AIRMAIL

TO :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK (00 :Seattle)

Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 6/21/73.
Contact 7/2/73 with the personnel offices of the
three
operating at Salem, Oregon, b6 b7C
determined that does not have an employee with the last name of in Salem. In addition, there is no employee whose last name begins with the letters etc.
The description and background information concerning the suspect as provided by (LNU) is not sufficient to conduct logical inquiries of
LEAD
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Recontact informant who provided information in referenced airtel and obtain additional details so that
Recontact informant who provided information in referenced airtel and obtain additional details so that suspect at Salem, Oregon, can be identified.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2
Seattle 2 - Portland
BWO : ceh (4)
164-81 4827
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIAL1700 17 FILED 2 JUL 6 1973 SEATTLE
17com
DB Cooper-11662
b6 b7C
b6 b7C b7D6/20/73
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL, REGISTERED

TO:	SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88)
FROM:	SAC, DENVER (164-208) (RUC)

SUBJECT:
00: CLEVELAND
Re St. Louis letter to Cleveland, 6/6/73.
On 6/18/73, Personnel Command Section, Air Reserve Personnel Center, Denver, Colorado, advised they could not locate a military file for the subject by SSAN or Air Force Serial Number. They further advised their rosters for the National Personnel Records Center, St. Louis, Missouri, the Air National Guard, and Air Force Active Duty Personnel are all negative re
b6 b7C
b6 b7C 2- Cleveland (AM, RM) 2 - Denver (1 - 164-208) (1 - 164-98)
DLR:r1h (4)
164- SEARCHED SERIALIZED
INDEXED FILED
JUN X 5 1973 BBI-CLEVELAND,
Duty Personnel are all negative re
b6 b7C
b6 b7C 2- Cleveland (AM, RM) 2 - Denver (1 - 164-208) (1 - 164-98)
DLR:r1h (4)
164- SEARCHED SERIALIZED
INDEXED FILED
JUN X 5 1973 BBI-CLEVELAND,
164-81-4828
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED .... (ZEFRED 1 JUL 5 1973
N b6 b7C
DB Cooper-11663OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1992 CATION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) :01-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
DATE:
7/12/73
FROM
:
SA
b6 b7C
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
b6 b7C
RE: UNSUB:
SOURCE:
Re memo of SA
6/11/73.
b6
b7C (NMI )
Auburn,
Washington, was located and interviewed at his residence on 7/6/73. At that time advised that he has no information whatsoever relative to the possible identity of the unknown subject. He stated that he does not know anyone whose initials are he does not know anyone named and was in general unable to furnish any information at all relative to this investigation.
b6 b7C was asked whether he had ever discussed possible solutions to instant case. He stated that he read about instant hijacking in newspaper and knows absolutely nothing whatsoever about it except what has been published in the
He stated that he read about instant hijacking in newspaper and knows absolutely nothing whatsoever about it except what has been published in the daily newspapers. He said, however, that he guessed he has discussed the possible solutions just like anyone else, but that any discussion he ever had relative to this case for the solution of this case was merely speculation.
b6 b7C
He said he has no recollection of having discussed this case at in Auburn, Washington, on 8/3/72, but is astaltogether possible that he might have done so.
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He again stated, however, that if he did discuss this case at or any he was merely talking and speculating and doing so without any facts whatsoever.
Le ELIMINATE 3) - Seattle RBC/rse (3) 1
5010-109
N
164-8- 4839
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-11664
b6 b7C SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 7/12/73
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE: UNSUR:
SOURCE:
Re memo of SA
6/11/73.
(NIMI )
Aultrn, Washington, was located and interviewed at his residence on 7/6/73. At that time advised that he has no information whatsoever relative to the possible identity of the
At that time advised that he has no information whatsoever relative to the possible identity of the unknown subject. He stated that he does not know anyone whose initials are he does not know anyone named and was in general unable to furnish any information at all relative to this investigation.
was asked whether he had ever discussed possible solutions to instant case. He stated that he read about instant hijacking in newspaper and knows absolutely nothing whatsoever about it except what has been published in the daily newspapers. He said, however, that he guessed he has discussed the possible solutions just like anyone else, but that any discussion he ever had relative to this case for the solution of this case was merely speculation.
b6 b7C
He said he has no recollection of having discussed
this case at in Auburn, Washington, on b6 8/3/72, but it is Nearlyer possible that he might have done so. b7C
He again stated, however, that if he did discuss this case at or any he was merely talking and speculating and doing so without any facts whatsoever.
b7C
He again stated, however, that if he did discuss this case at or any he was merely talking and speculating and doing so without any facts whatsoever.
3 - Seattle RBC/rse
et (3)
€
DB Cooper-11665
164-81-4839
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
DATE:
7/12/73
FROM
:
SA
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SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE:
b6 b7C
Re memo of SA
6/11/73.
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Seattle, Washington, was located at this address on 7/6/73. When
b6
first came to the door and was asked if he was
b7C
After the interviewing agent bad identified himself stated then closed and locked the door.
1 3 - Seattle RBC/rse (3) 1
164-81-4840 : 1 1973 N b6 b7C
9010-103
DB Cooper-11666
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings PlanSAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 7/12/73
SA
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NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
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RE:
Re memo of SA
6/11/73.
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Seattle, Washington, was located at this address on 7/6/73. When first came to the door and was asked if he was
After the interviewing agent had identified himself stated then closed and locked the door.
When first came to the door and was asked if he was
After the interviewing agent had identified himself stated then closed and locked the door.
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3 - Seattle RBC/rse
164-81-4840 (3)
DB Cooper-11667MOPTIONAL FORM NO. 10
MAY 1962 LJITION
GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-$1.8
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
DATE:
7/12/73
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE :
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On 7/5/73,
Bonney Lake
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Police Department. Bonney Lake, Washington, telephone
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home phone telephonically advised should be considered a suspect in this matter because he resembles the atist's composite of UNSUB, and because he was born and raised in the Woodland area. further advised that has had military training
possibly parachute training, and has worked for the Boeing Aircraft Corporation in the past. went on to say that an informant of his provided the information concerning and the informant had stated that
Informant stated
b6
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The informant described no further description
was given by
was advised that an agent of the FBI b6 would contact him concerning this matter and stated he b7C
concerning and the informant had stated that
Informant stated
b6
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The informant described no further description
was given by
was advised that an agent of the FBI b6 would contact him concerning this matter and stated he b7C
would attempt to set up a meeting between the agent and his informant, 164-81-4841 Seattle RNN/rse v: (3)
)
Bonney Like
1 1970
W
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DB Cooper-11668
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings PlanSE 164-81
LEADS
SEATTLE At Bonney Lake, Washington
Will contact
and arrange to meet his informant and show the artist's composite of UNSUB to the informant; will thereafter obtain a complete description of Suspect and set out leads to fully process him, to determine if he is identical with UNSUB in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2
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DB Cooper-11669SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 7/12/73
SA
b6 b7C
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
b6 b7C
RE:
On 7/5/73,
Police Department. Bonney Lake, Washington, telephone
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home phone telephonically advised shild be considered a suspect in this matter because he resembles the atist's composite of UNISUB, and because he was born and raised in the Woodland area.
Lake, Washington, telephone
Bonney Lale b6 b7C b7D
home phone telephonically advised shild be considered a suspect in this matter because he resembles the atist's composite of UNISUB, and because he was born and raised in the Woodland area. further advised that has had military training
possibly parachute training, and has worked for the Boring Aircraft Corporation in the past. went on to say that an informant of his provided the information concerning and the informant had stated that
Informant stated
The informant described no further description
was given by
was advised that an agent of the FBI would contact him concerning this matter and stated he would attempt to set up a meeting tot een the agent and his informant.
3- Seattle RIJN/rse (3)
164-81-4841
@fi
9
DB Cooper-11670
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11.8
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
7/11/73
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 : Seattle
RE :
On July 2, 1973, the records of the Seattle Police Department, Seattle, and the King County Department of Pub- lic Safety were checked concerning with negative re- sults.
(164-81) (P)
DATE:
7/11/73
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 : Seattle
RE :
On July 2, 1973, the records of the Seattle Police Department, Seattle, and the King County Department of Pub- lic Safety were checked concerning with negative re- sults.
On July 3, 1973, records of the Seattle Credit Bureau were checked for and the following information was obtained for
Date
Previous Addresses
March, 1957 October, 1959 July, 1965
Previous Employment
Date March, 1957
April, 1970
His Social Security No. was listed as
In view of the fact
may be
the following lead is being set
identical with forth :
164-81-4842
- Seattle
RNN/bjb
(3)
'. 1 : 1873
N b6 b7C
5010-t08
DB Cooper-11672
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
b6 b7C
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b6 b7C
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LEADS :
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Will conduct criminal checks concerning
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Dani 7/12/221010 b6 b7C
-2-
DB Cooper-11673 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA
NORJAK 00: Seattle
RE:
7/11/73
On July 2, 1973, the records of the Seattle Police Department, Seattle, and the King County Department of Pub- lic Safety were checked concerning with negative re- sults.
RE:
7/11/73
On July 2, 1973, the records of the Seattle Police Department, Seattle, and the King County Department of Pub- lic Safety were checked concerning with negative re- sults.
On July 3, 1973, records of the Seattle Credit Bureau were checked for and the following information was obtained for
Date
Previous Addresses
March, 1957 October, 1959 July, 1965
Date
Previous Employment
March, 1957
April, 1970
His Social Security No. was listed as
In view of the fact
may be the following lead is being set
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164-81-4842
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LEADS :
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 
Will conduct criminal checks concerning ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-11675OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1902 L.ATION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: July 12, 1973
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE :
On July 5, 1973, Seattle Police Department, advised that he recalls a former member of the Seattle Police Department who was involved in strong-arm robberies and other crimes after he left the police department.
DATE: July 12, 1973
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE :
On July 5, 1973, Seattle Police Department, advised that he recalls a former member of the Seattle Police Department who was involved in strong-arm robberies and other crimes after he left the police department. This individual was one SONNY TOTTEN. advised TOTTEN is now deceased. He could not furnish any additional information concerning TOTTEN .
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The indices of the Seattle Office contained no information concerning one SONNY TOTTEN.
LEAD
SEATTLE
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AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON Will determine additional identity information concerning SONNY TOTTEN and attempt to resolve the date of his reported death.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11676 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
July 12, 1973
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE:
On July 5, 1973, Seattle Police Department, advised that he recalls a former member of the Seattle Police Department who was involved in strong-arm robberies and other crimes after he left the police department. This individual was one SONNY TOTTEN.
advised that he recalls a former member of the Seattle Police Department who was involved in strong-arm robberies and other crimes after he left the police department. This individual was one SONNY TOTTEN. advised TOTTEN is now deceased. He could not furnish any additional information concerning TOTTEN.
The indices of the Seattle Office contained no information concerning one SONNY TOTTEN.
LEAD
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON EDGAR WITOTTEN Will determine additional identity information concerning SONNY TOTTEN and attempt to resolve the date of his reported death.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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Reason. 12/3/737
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Date:	June 29, 1973
To:	Director, FBI (164-2111)
From:	Legat, Ottawa (104-27) (P)
Subject :	NORJAK (00: SE)

Re
have requested information as to the results If of leads set forth in re not already done, Seattle is requested to advise.
0 - Bureau 1 cc - Forcign Liaison Unit Direct 2 cc> - Scattle (164-31) 1 cc - Honolulu
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164-81-4844
SEARCHED INDEXED
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1 - OTT JAM: jhc (7)
164-81-4844
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 4 FILED JUL 1 1 1973
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE,
1
(164-81)
DATE:
6/26/73
FROM DR SAC, EL PASO (164-52) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SE 
ReSEairtel to Bureau and EP, 3/1/73.
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This matter being ruc'd to Seattle since all investigation has been conducted in the El Paso Division.
NO SUS FILE (2 - Seattle 1 - El Paso ARS/bls (3)
5010-109
16: 31-4845
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SAC, SEATTLE,	(164-81)
SAC, EL PASO	(164-52) (RUC)

NORJAK 00: SE
ReSEairtel to Bureau and EP, 3/1/73. This matter being ruc'd to Seattle since all investigation has been conducted in the El Paso Division.
This matter being ruc'd to Seattle since all investigation has been conducted in the El Paso Division.
(2/- Seattle 1 - El Paso ARS/bis (3)
164-81-4845 JUNS D 1973 for
DB Cooper-11680FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 7/9/73
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AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIR MAIL
Via
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-24) (RUC)
RE:
NORJAK
(00:
SE)
RE: CHANGED
marked "Changed" to include middle name Re Seattle airtel to Salt Lake City, 6/28/73.
On 7/6/73, SC determined through Drivers License Division. State of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, that has Utah License which indicates
his date of birth as and Social Security Number as
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2- Seattle 1 - Anchorage (164-59) (Info) 1 - Las Vegas (164-60) (Info) 1 - Salt Lake City
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FBI
Date:	7/10/73

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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority)
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TO :; SAC, SEATTLE (164-81 )
RE:
SAC, MOBILE (164-34) (P) NORJAK (00: Seattle)
Tape field in 164-81-16 (38)
On 7/10/73, Mobile, Alabama, made available a copy of a tape, which is enclosed, made by unidentified individual whom According to
described as desires to remain anonymous but that
He attributes the
was interviewed concerning captioned matter and the inter- view was recorded on tape.
Mobile has reviewed this taxe states that
2/- Seattle (Enc. ) 2 - Mobile JAD: gre
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She states that
When asked specifically what she
she states
She further
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She states that
When asked specifically what she
she states
She further states that
Mobile makes no claim as to the It is noted that the map of the state of Oregon shows a Bates, Oregon, near the Blue Mountain Pass on Highway 26. The Postal Guide also indicates that there is a Bates, Arizona.
This tape contains an asterisk on the side with the recording.
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DB Cooper-11683MO 164-34
In view of the fact that this information was obtained from Seattle is requested to advise Mobile of their evaluation of this information .
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DB Cooper-11684
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PX 164-100 REL/bay 1
SA The following investigation was conducted by at Phoenix, Arizona:
On June 11. 1973.
Motor Vehicle Division, Arizona Highway Department, caused a search of his files which reflected that an Arizona driver's license had been
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Phoenix.
description is as follows:
Race
White
Sex
Male
Height 6 '2"
Weight
180
Eyes
Blue-green
Hair
Auburn
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At this time arrangements were made to secure a copy of the driver's license application and
description is as follows:
Race
White
Sex
Male
Height 6 '2"
Weight
180
Eyes
Blue-green
Hair
Auburn
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At this time arrangements were made to secure a copy of the driver's license application and photograph of the above past described driver's license. Areview of the copy of the driver's license and photo has still failed to reflect any physical similarity or any similarity that would connect any information between
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It is noted that Arizona driver's license was used as identification in the securing of Phoenix Post Office in the name of Phoenix.
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On June 11, 1973, Maricopa County Sheriff's Department, advised there was no record in file identifiable with
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in the filesidentifiable with
164-81-4848
IN
DB Cooper-11685 PX 164-100 REL/bay
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On July 2, 1973, the following individuals re- viewed their respective bank files and found no record of a customer by the name of
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The Arizona Bank
United Bank
Great Western Bank;
Continental Bank;
First National Bank.
On July 3, 1973,
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Valley National Bank, advised a review of her bank records reflected a
files and found no record of a customer by the name of
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The Arizona Bank
United Bank
Great Western Bank;
Continental Bank;
First National Bank.
On July 3, 1973,
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Valley National Bank, advised a review of her bank records reflected a former customer by the name of who formerly had been issued a loan at the 21st Avenue and West McDowell Road branch of the Valley National Bank. She indicated the only infor- mation available to her at this time was that the loan had been closed in 1971.
On July 5, 1973, National Bank, 21st Avenue and West McDowell Road Branch. made available the bank records which reflected that on the basis in Phoenix.
Valley
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was issued a loan on
of an
The records indicated the loan had been closed
on having been prepaid two years in advance. At that time, a check was received under voucher in the amount of
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in Reno, Nevada.
DB Cooper-11686PX 164-100 REL/bay
3
The records reflected a former address for in Reno
as
Social Security Number
was shown as
and he was described as
possibly in the Air Force in view of the fact he had previous stations at
A reference in the records for
was shown
as
telephone
The records indicated was
residing
Phoenix.
for in Reno
as
Social Security Number
was shown as
and he was described as
possibly in the Air Force in view of the fact he had previous stations at
A reference in the records for
was shown
as
telephone
The records indicated was
residing
Phoenix.
On July 10, 1973, advised that she was formerly
However, she stated the true name for (phonetic). She stated she has known approximately 52 years and had last seen him approximately three months ago in Phoenix. At that time, he advised her he was going to make his home in the State of Texas. She stated that had
in Phoenix
indicated
in Phoenix, as being approximately
had previously resided with She described
advised that
had lived
During this period of time, he would periodically take off for several months
stated to her knowledge,
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She indicated he was supposed to return to Phoenix in July, 1973 but is uncertain as to the exact date as to his expected return.
stated she is unable to remember if was in Phoenix during Thanksgiving, 1971 but was almost certain he was. She stated it was her belief that grew up in the Ohio area and felt she had heard his father was dead.
She stated it was her belief that grew up in the Ohio area and felt she had heard his father was dead. stated and sometimes uses Nevada plates or Arizona plates depending upon which state he happens to be spending most of his time in.
provided SA with a brochure bearing b6
several photos of at an earlier age which included b7C
a description and
On July 11, 1973, Phoenix Post Office, advised a review of his records indicated a temporary forwarding address had been placed on file for with a forwarding address designated as Ohio.for
stated the temporary forwarding address could be in effect for one month or possibly less.
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SA The following investigation was conducted by at Phoenix, Arizona:
On June 11, 1973.
Motor Vehicle Division, Arizona Highway Department, caused a search of his files which reflected that an Arizona driver's license had been
issued on
Phoenix.
description is as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Height
6'2"
Weight
180
Eyes
Blue-green
Hair
Auburn
At this time arrangements were made to secure a copy of the driver's license
description is as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Height
6'2"
Weight
180
Eyes
Blue-green
Hair
Auburn
At this time arrangements were made to secure a copy of the driver's license application and photograph of the above past described driver's license. Areview of the copy of the driver's license and photo has still failed to reflect any physical similarity or any similarity that would connect any information between
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It is noted that Arizona driver's license was used as identification in the securing of Phoenix Post Office in the name of Phoenix.
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On June 11, 1973, Maricopa County Sheriff's Department. advised there was no record in file identifiable with
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164-81-4848
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FBI Date: 7/12/73
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
PRIMA
FROM : SAC, PHOENIX (164-100) (P)
NOR JAK
00: SEATTLE
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RePXairtel to Seattle dated 5/31/73.
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
PRIMA
FROM : SAC, PHOENIX (164-100) (P)
NOR JAK
00: SEATTLE
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RePXairtel to Seattle dated 5/31/73.
Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of an investi- gative insert reflecting investigation conductedin Phoenix, 164-81-1a
Also enclosed for Seattle is one brochure depicting several photographs of cerning his experience and information con-
Enclosed for Las Vegas is one copy of investigative insert for information purposes.
Investigation conducted in Phoenix to date has failed to eliminate as possible suspect in this matter. However, the setting forth of a' lead to have interviewed is being left to the discretion of the 00.
LEADS : PHOENIX DIVISION (2 .- Seattle (Encs. 3) 0015) 1 - Las Vegas (Info) (164-60) (Enc. 1) 2 - Phoenix
16-31-4849
REL/bay (5)
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AT PHOENIX, ARIZONA
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AT PHOENIX, ARIZONA
concerning Will attempt to secure additional information in effort to secure in- b6 b7C
formation concerning location of
AT LUKE AIR FORCE BASE, ARIZONA
Will contact appropriate source in effort to determine if there are records at the base that would indicate (phonetic) ৳6 b7C
if had any parachuting expreience.
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DB Cooper-11694 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
7/11/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
RE
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1
Bellflower, california, directed a letter to the Los Angeles Office and was subsequently interviewed. He advised as follows:
He is of the opinion that a person with whom he worked in the early 1950's is a good likeness to the Unknown Subject in this matter. He bases this opinion on the fact that the mouth, nose, and hairline of the artist's conception resembles those of He recalls was and resided in Seattle, Washington, and had claimed to have while serving in the United States Air Force during World War
fact that the mouth, nose, and hairline of the artist's conception resembles those of He recalls was and resided in Seattle, Washington, and had claimed to have while serving in the United States Air Force during World War II. Following his discharge from the Air Force. which is also
occupation, and he became rather closely asso-
ciated with while they worked several months together in the southern area of Los Angeles County.
0 Seattle 2 - Sacramento (164-50) 2 - St. Louis (164-73) 2 - Portland 2 - Los Angeles
crs/mte (10)
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INDEXED VEJALIZED At FILED CI JUL 1 4 1973
Approved:
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U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-11695
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He recalled had claimed to have had in the Seattle area before coming to
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He knew was living beyond his means to gamble, and to consider himself a lady's man. had indicated he had and the last being name unknown, in the Long Beach. California, area. During the time he worked with he had often claimed to be intimately involved with several airline stewardesses. 
was constantly suspected by emplovers of confiscating receipts.
During the time he worked with he had often claimed to be intimately involved with several airline stewardesses. 
was constantly suspected by emplovers of confiscating receipts. and at one time
had related to him about a trip be had made to Mexico City, Mexico, where he had
stated he has not seen
since the early 1950's; however, he had seen an artist's conception shortly after the hijacking and had immediately noted a similarity in physical features between those of the Unknown Subject and He felt the possibility of being identical with the hijacker was so remote, at that time, he neglected to notify authorities; however, since he recently learned this matter had not been solved, he thought he should advise the FBI.
He was unable to provide any specific information regarding a complete name, former addresses, birth data, but stated had been a member of Artesia, California. He described as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Age
Mid-40 's
Weight
145 - 155 pounds
Height
518" - 5'10"
Dark Brown
Hair Eyes
Brown
Complexion
Light; ruddy
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DB Cooper-11696 LA 164-497
Characteristics
Military
U.
Mid-40 's
Weight
145 - 155 pounds
Height
518" - 5'10"
Dark Brown
Hair Eyes
Brown
Complexion
Light; ruddy
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Characteristics
Military
U. S. Air Force World War IT
Occupation On 7/8/72.
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Los Angeles, California, confidentially advised records of indicated only one person on file by the name of She stated this record indicates an Social Security Account
Number at which time.
first registered with
On the same date, records of the California Department .of Motor Vehicles revealed California b6 b7C
Driver's License and male, 5'10", 160 pounds, brown hair, and brown eyes, resided at Anaheim, California, effective 5/7/71, and a change of address effective 3/16/72, as shown as Newport Beach, California.
Records indicated he had received and was to appear in Central Orange County Municipal b7C Court and on docket number in Orange County Harbor Municipal Court.
LEADS
PORTLAND
AT PORTLAND, OREGON: Check indices, credit and criminal records, and other logical investigation in effort to ascertain if has previously resided in Oregon area as indicated by
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indices, credit and criminal records, and other logical investigation in effort to ascertain if has previously resided in Oregon area as indicated by
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SACRAMENTO
AT SACRAMENTO CALTEORNTA: Obtain copies of Cali- fornia Driver's License Furnish to Seattle.
ST. LOUIS
AT ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI: Review appropriate military records of U. S. Air Force in effort to obtain background information concerning possibly identical with Social Security
Account Number Particularly obtain any infor- mation concerning knowledge or relatives in Seattle area, and any indication of parachuting experience. as he reportedly on while in military.
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Conduct same investigation as Portland. LOS ANGELES
7/16/13
AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Will conduct appropriate investigation in vicinity of last known address of b6
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an effort to ascertain if he should be considered logical suspect in this matter.
UNKNOWN SUBJECT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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RETURN TO SEATTLE KIJRE 2 JUL 2 4 1973 Due to major fire jat NPRC - M,
FBI
UNKNOWN SUBJECT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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RUC®
RETURN TO SEATTLE KIJRE 2 JUL 2 4 1973 Due to major fire jat NPRC - M,
FBI SLMO on 7-12-73 this lead can- Date: not be handled at this time ..
7/11/73
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AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJACK
RIS
Bellflower, California, directed a letter to the Los Angeles Office and was subsequently interviewed. He advised as follows:
he is of the opinion that At person with whom he worked in the early 1950's is a good likeness to the Unknown Subject in this matter. He bases this opinion on the fact that the mouth, nose, and hairline of the artist's conception resembles those of He recalls was and resided in Seattle, Washington, and had claimed to have while serving in the United States Air Force during World War II. Following his discharge from the Air Force, which is also occupation, and he became rather closely asso-
ciated with while they worked several months together in the southern area of Los Angeles County.
his discharge from the Air Force, which is also occupation, and he became rather closely asso-
ciated with while they worked several months together in the southern area of Los Angeles County.
2 - Seattle " Sacramento (164-50)
104. 63-136
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2 - Los Angeles
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SERIALIZED MAILED
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164-73
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SEARCHED INDEXEDLA 164-497
Characteristics
Military
U. S. Air Force World War II
Occupation On 7/8/73.
Los Angeles, California, confidentially advised records of indicated only one person on file by the name of She stated this record indicates an Social Security Account
Number at which time.
first registered with
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On the same date, records of the California Department of Motor Vehicles revealed Driver's License and male, 5'10", 160 pounds, brown hair, and brown eyes, resided at Anaheim, California, effective 5/7/71, and a change of address effective 3/16/72, as shown as Newport
Beach, California.
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On the same date, records of the California Department of Motor Vehicles revealed Driver's License and male, 5'10", 160 pounds, brown hair, and brown eyes, resided at Anaheim, California, effective 5/7/71, and a change of address effective 3/16/72, as shown as Newport
Beach, California.
Records indicated he had received and was to appear in Central Orange County Municipal b6
Court and un docket number n Orange County b7C Harbor Municipal Court.
LEADS
PORTLAND
AT PORTLAND, OREGON: ' Check indices, credit and criminal records, and other logical investigation in effort to ascertain if has previously resided in Oregon area as indicated by
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DB Cooper-11701
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SACRAMENTO AT SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Obtain copies of Cali- fornia Driver's License Furnish to Seattle. b6 b7C
ST. LOUIS
AT ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI: Review appropriate military records of U. S. Air Force in effort to obtain background
information concerning possibly identical with Social Security
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Account Number Particularly obtain any infor- mation concerning knowledge or relatives in Seattle area, and any indication of parachuting experience, as he reportedly on while in military.
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DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
7/12/73
SAC, WIFO (164-169) (P)
NORJAK (co:SE)
5/30/73.
Re Seattle report of SA
dated
164-81-10 (440 
Enclosed for the Bureau, Detroit, and Seattle is one 1973 passport photograph for each of
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ADMINISTRATIVE:
Since the successful hijacking of Northwest Airlines (IN:A), Flight 350 on 11/24/71, WFO has been cognizant of the details of the matter and has been aware of descriptive data concerning Unsub. In this regard, UFO has considered the possibility that Unsub may be an American citizen living abroad inasmuch as his absence, whether he is dead or alive, has apparently been unnoticed, or at least not reported, by his relatives and associates.
possibility that Unsub may be an American citizen living abroad inasmuch as his absence, whether he is dead or alive, has apparently been unnoticed, or at least not reported, by his relatives and associates.
Accordingly, during a recent routine review of Fassport Records at the United States Department of State, (USDS), Washington, D. C. (FDc), it was noted that the passport photograph of one white male, bears a good resemblance to the artist's conception of Unsub.
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A further review of passport file dis- closed the following information:
On he was issued Passport Lumber b6 b7C
and requested that his passport be mailed to Karren, Michigan, in care of
2- Bureau (Fnc. 1)
2- Detroit (164-115) (Bnc. 1)
2- Seattle (164-81) (Bnc. 1)
1- TTO CET:dah (7)
102-2- 7851
30 -SINDEXED. WOULD 16 FILED 5 JUL 1 4 1973
DB Cooper-11703
IN b6 b7CTTO 164-169
He listed his occupation as
address as
and his permanent Flint, Michigan.
listed his proposed travel as
and indicated be expected to take another trip abroad mitlin one year. Is passport application also reflected he was never started and described hin as a white male, born 6 feet, 1 inch, brown hair, and bude eyes.
Is passport application also reflected he was never started and described hin as a white male, born 6 feet, 1 inch, brown hair, and bude eyes. Ils 1563 passport picture depicted him oo a conservative dresser in that he was wearing a plain suit, white shirt, and narrow black tie.
On 2/12/73, appeared at the Office of the American Conculato, and czccuted orother passport Application cinco Ils previous passport, thick ras valid for 5 roma, had capired. This application vas executed in own handwriting and reflected his date of birth os and his place of birth as Ile listed his permanent address os Centerline, Michigan and the person to be notified In the event of death or accident as
mint, Michigan.
Indicated his mother was deceased.
This second application reflected that his birth certificate had been seen by passport officials and he listed his current address os Ne Indicated he was residing abroad for employment reasons and listed Ma Social Security Number ca This application also reflected his employment and indicated that he was never married.
address os Ne Indicated he was residing abroad for employment reasons and listed Ma Social Security Number ca This application also reflected his employment and indicated that he was never married.
It is noted that in his handwritten appli- b6 b7C
cation, wrote the mmber 7 with a slash through same, ic, European style.
A check with the Fif Identification Division Sailed to disclose any fingerprint record, civil or criminal, for based upon the above information.
A review of Poor's Directory and Lumi and Bradstreet Reference Book failed to disclose a listing for a
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DB Cooper-11704
2TTO 164-169
in Farren, Michigan.
Should day of the above information from the Passport Records be disseminated outside the Bureau, tha source must be shown as "United states Government" Records. The actual source should be shown adsinistratively as the Facoport Office, Department of State.
It is noted that I does have a flight from Detroit, Michigan to Portland, Oregon with intermediate stops af Ianneapolis and Seattle.
Unless advised to the contrary by the Bureau or the office of origin, the following leads are being set forth to determine if was involved in captioned hi
Unless advised to the contrary by the Bureau or the office of origin, the following leads are being set forth to determine if was involved in captioned hi jacking:
LETOS
DETROIT DIVISIONI
AT CEIMONLINE, MICHIGAN AND FLINT, MICHIGNI, ELLI conduct credit, criminal, and any other losical checks to develop background information concerning and, if at all possible, will determine whether he was in the United States for the Thanksgiving holidays of 1971. it is noted that Korjak occurred on 11/24/71.
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AT WNIEII, MICHGNI. 1111 determine matura of and if b6 b7C
whether
business of employed by same. Also, if feasible, will determine visited United States during November, 1971.
Unsub considered armed and conscrous.
DB Cooper-11705
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TO
ANCHORAGE (164-59) (VIA WASHING TO N)
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
NORJACK, 00 : SEATTLE. RE : b6 b7C
REFERENCE SEATTLE AIRTEL TO SALT LAKE CITY , 6-28-73.
ON 7-16-73, SA
NEVADA, CONTACTED THE USAF WORLD WIDE LOCATOR. THE
LOCATOR ADVISED THAT IS ASSIGNED TO THE ANCHORAGE, ALASKA.
ON 7-16-73, SA
NEVADA, CONTACTED THE USAF WORLD WIDE LOCATOR. THE
LOCATOR ADVISED THAT IS ASSIGNED TO THE ANCHORAGE, ALASKA.
ANCHORAGE LOCATE AND PROCESS SUSPECT. END FEE FBI SEATTLE CLR
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DB Cooper-11706
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
7/18/73
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
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RE:
Re memo of SA
5/11/73.
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On July 9, 1973, Seattle Profes- sional Engineer Employees Association, 5019 South Barton Place, advised she could locate no record of any member or former member who could be identical to UNSUB.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 
Seattle
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1 DASALIZED 14 :
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings POPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 105-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/18/73
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE :
On February 22, 1973, Burien, Washington, viewed
5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/18/73
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE :
On February 22, 1973, Burien, Washington, viewed artist's composite of UNSUB and was furnished a full description of UNSUB, at which time he stated is too young, being considerably less than
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In view of this obvious discrepancy in age, it is recommended no further investigation be conducted con- cerning
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164-81-4854 SEARCHED INDEKS SERIALIZED FILED LT JUL 18 1973
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB-Cooper-11708 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 1D MAY 1982 EDITION GSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11.5
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/18/73
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE:
On July 13, 1973, The Boeing Company, Seattle, furnished subject's file from personnel records, a review of which determined the follow- ing information:
Name Date of birth Place of birth
Sex
Race
Male Caucasian
Social Security Account No.
7/18/73
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE:
On July 13, 1973, The Boeing Company, Seattle, furnished subject's file from personnel records, a review of which determined the follow- ing information:
Name Date of birth Place of birth
Sex
Race
Male Caucasian
Social Security Account No.
Height
Weight
Security clearance
Father Mother
Education
Washington Bachelor of Science Degree,
Previous employments
Previous addresses
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martins
164-81-4855 RCHED INDEXIS ENIALIZED C FILED 9
JUL 18 1973 IN SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-11709
5010-100
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5'11" 165 lbs.
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further advised subject began at Boeing and was terminated on to seek other employment.
on
At termination, he was a
On
he was
transferred from the Commercial Airplane Division to the Turbine Division, located at Plant 1 under the supervi- sion of
Located in his personnel file was a certificate issued to him by the Parachute Club of America, P. O. Box 409, Monterey. California. This certificate was issued to him on
The authority listed at the bottom
of this certificate was Portland, Oregon.
This certificate was issued to him on
The authority listed at the bottom
of this certificate was Portland, Oregon.
further advised that beginning March, b6 1965, subject worked -164-81-10(441) furnished a photograph of subject taken in 1962, which is being placed in his 1-A section of the file. \
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DB Cooper-11710
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-15.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE:
The Boeing
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On July 9, 1973, Company, Seattle, furnished subject's file, a review of which provided the following information:
Name
Date of birth
Place of birth
Sex
Male
Race
Caucasian
Married
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Weight
195 1bs.
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Blue
Social Security Account No. Father
Mother
Brothers
High School, 1 yr college
Previous addresses
(1) Burden, Kansas;
(2) Boicourt, Kansas;
(3)
Granite Falls, Washington;
(4)
Renton, Washington.
2) Seattle
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1 yr college
Previous addresses
(1) Burden, Kansas;
(2) Boicourt, Kansas;
(3)
Granite Falls, Washington;
(4)
Renton, Washington.
2) Seattle
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PARC:5 INDEXED SERIALIZED GRUND LT ł
1
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FELSEATITE
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11711
DATE:
7/18/73
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Marital status
Height
6 '
Education
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further advised subject originally
began employment on at the Boeing plant in Witchita, Kansas, and on he was transferred to Seattle from Witchita. He was terminated on by The Boeing Company. At time of termination. his joh title was that
Between 1968 and 1971, subject worked primarily on the 747 and 727. On
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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DB Cooper-11712 FD 36 (Rev. 5-22-64)

FBI
Date:	7/18/73

Transmit	the following in AIRTEL	(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
Via
(Priority)

TO:
SAC, MOBILE (164-34)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
Via
(Priority)

TO:
SAC, MOBILE (164-34)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00:
SEATTLE)
UNSUB;
Re Mobile's airtel to Seattle, dated 7/10/73.
A review of the tape recording revealed the following discrepancies between. and the actual NORJAK facts:
1. She stated
Unsub hijacked the Northwest Orient Airlines' plane at approximately 3:00 p.m., on 11/24/71. He left the plane at approximately 8 :11 p.m., the same day.
2. She stated
The plane was tracked by Air Force radar during its entire flight and never came near Bates, Oregon. The only other Bates in the United States that is listed in the U. S. Postal Guide is in Arkansas. The flight paths closest point to Bates, Oregon, was 240 miles.
2 - Mobile (164-34) 3 - Seattle (164-81) . RNN :bh ( (5) DA
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Approved:
Sent 169-81-4850 Cooper-11713 M Per
Snamint Avant in Chomen
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3. She stated b6
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4. Finally, she observed that in fact, the money was in a bag that Unsub fashioned and tied to his waist using shroud lines and a
Finally, she observed that in fact, the money was in a bag that Unsub fashioned and tied to his waist using shroud lines and a parachute canopy.
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In view of the above, no further investigation will be conducted concerning this matter by the Seattle Division.
As it may become necessary to disprove other stories purported to furnish accurate details of the Norjak hijacking Mobile is requested not to make the above information available to anyone outside the Bureau.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-11714
2FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 7/18/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, MOBILE (164-34)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: SEATTLE)
UNSUB;
Re Mobile's airtel to Seattle, dated 7/10/73.
A review of the tape recording revealed the following discrepancies between and the actual NORJAK facts:
1. She stated
Unsub hijacked The Northwest Orient Airlines' plane at approximately 3:00 p.m., on 11/24/71. He left the plane at approximately 8:11 p.
She stated
Unsub hijacked The Northwest Orient Airlines' plane at approximately 3:00 p.m., on 11/24/71. He left the plane at approximately 8:11 p.m., the same day.
2. She stated
The plane was tracked by Air Force radar during its entire flight and never came near Bates, Oregon. The only other Bates in the United States that is listed in the U. S. Postal Guide is in Arkansas. The flight paths closest point to Bates, Oregon, was 240 miles. 
2 - Mobile (164-34) - Seattle (164-81) RNN : bh (5)
164-81-4857
Approved:
Sent
M Per
DB Cooper-11715
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In Reply, Please Refer to File No.
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Seattle, Washington July 18, 1973
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RE: NORJAK UNKNOWN SUBJECT:
A source of unknown reliability informed that he, the source, knew the
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identity of D. B. COOPER and stated COOPER was
The source provided four polaroid copies of sus- pect's photograph which were shown to Norjak witnesses.at Seattle, Minneapolis and Denver.
COOPER and stated COOPER was
The source provided four polaroid copies of sus- pect's photograph which were shown to Norjak witnesses.at Seattle, Minneapolis and Denver. All advised this suspect is not identical with unknown subject.
It is noted source has no evidence to link his suspect with Norjak, other than his knowledge that suspect is the type of person who would try such a scheme and possesses the daring and parachuting ability to carry it off.
In view of the above, no further investigation will be conducted concerning this suspect. The above is included for information.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
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SERIALIZED EC HLED CE
FBI-SEATILE

DB Cooper-11717DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
for SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
7/18/73
HORJAK
SEATTLE
UNSUB;
Ro: Legat Ottawa letter to the Bureau 6/29/73.
Enclosed are six (6) copies of an LIfl reflecting the results of investigation concerning captioned b6 b7C
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Enclosed are six (6) copies of an LIfl reflecting the results of investigation concerning captioned b6 b7C
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Bureau (Inc. 6) 3 :~ Seattle TAIN/s1b (5)
unMielisod Indexog
01104
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DB Cooper-11718 164-81-4859
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DIRECTOR, FBI	(164-2111)
SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (P)

7/18/73
HONJAR
SCATTLL
ISUR-
No: Legat Ottawa letter to the Bureau 6/29/73.
Enclosed are six (6) copies of an Lili reflecting the results of investigation concerning captioned
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Bureau (Enc. 6) 3 + Seattlo AM/s1b (5)
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164-81-4859 DB Cooper-11719OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
To : SAC (164-81) (P)
DATE: July 19, 1973
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK (00: Seattle)
RE:
On July 9, 1973
advised that subject is and currently resides in Almont
Michigan. was in the infantry and has never been a paratrooper. He was a car salesman in Michigan but is recently unem- ployed.
was in the infantry and has never been a paratrooper. He was a car salesman in Michigan but is recently unem- ployed. spent the Thanksgiving holidays with during November. 1971. She stated she has no picture
Pontiac, Michigan, might be able to furnish a photograph. She stated never been in serious trouble before and would not do anything of a criminal nature.
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SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED TILED 4
JUL 19 1973
PRISEALLE
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11720OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-H.# UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/17/73
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
NORJAK
RE:
Re Seattle airtel to Portland dated 5/2/73.
was contacted a t
telephone
not
on 5/22/73.
requested that the be contacted further in this matter, and offered to try to obtain the identities of the
Recontact with on 6/16/73, disclosed he had not as yet developed the requested information.
requested that the be contacted further in this matter, and offered to try to obtain the identities of the
Recontact with on 6/16/73, disclosed he had not as yet developed the requested information.
On 7/12/73, 1
contacted the Portland
Office and advised that he had learned the He understands they are in Alaska at the present time, exact location not known. He stated that his contacts with the must be discreet, and he does not wish to appear as if he is probing their affairs.
added that he thought he would have access to the old registration records for
by about 8/14/73, and that he would try to provide pho- tostats of them after that time.
Portland will maintain contact with
(2 - Seattle 2 - Portland
RPH:leh (4)
164-81-4861 1
JUL 2 0 1973
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DB Cooper-11721
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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SUBJECT:
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FROM
:FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 7/18/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Vía AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P)
SUBJE NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
Re Seattle airtel to San Francisco dated 5/21/73.
5-22-64)
FBI Date: 7/18/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Vía AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P)
SUBJE NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
Re Seattle airtel to San Francisco dated 5/21/73.
The records of Credit Bureau Metro, San Jose, Cali- fornia which covers Moraga and Oakland, contain no pertinent information relative to Suspect other than he resides at Moraga, California.
No record was located in the Alameda County Centra- lized Identification Bureau which covers the Oakland Police Department and the Alameda County Sheriff's Office.
The records of Department of Motor Vehicles reflect Moraga, California,
that is the
Referenced airtel requested that contact be made with United Airlines to identify other members of the tour which took to Honolulu between 11/20 and 27/71.
United Airlines has destroyed all records of this tour. However, they advised that part of the tour was con- ducted by Hawaiian Holiday Tours, 150 Post Street, San Fran- cisco, California.
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1 - Honolulu (164-85) 2 - San Francisco BHC: sgm (5)
LEHANEED .
164-81-4862 (2)- Seattle ECHO JATE
1 - Honolulu (164-85) 2 - San Francisco BHC: sgm (5)
LEHANEED ..... ..... FILED
JUL 2 0 1973
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Approved: Sent M Per U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-11722
Special Agent in Charge
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Hawaiian Holiday Tours, advised that this tour was the first one conducted by this company and their records are extremely sketchy concerning it.
In view of the above, the San Francisco Office considered it more practical to reinterview rather than attempt to locate other members of the crew who might recall him. directly
During this interview, furnished the fol- lowing information and other facts developed which serve to eliminate him as a Suspect in this case.
He produced a check, copies of which are being main- tained at San Francisco, dated 11/24/71 payable to United Air- lines in the amount of $50.00 and stamped on the back First Hawaiian Bank, United Airlines Incorporated Revenue Account.
being main- tained at San Francisco, dated 11/24/71 payable to United Air- lines in the amount of $50.00 and stamped on the back First Hawaiian Bank, United Airlines Incorporated Revenue Account. The date is illegible but appears to be 11/29/71.
He also produced a check dated 11/26/71 in the amount of $43.99 payable to Roberts Wakiki U-Drive for a car rental in Honolulu. He advised he had rented a car several days be- fore, exact date unknown, but paid for on 11/26/71.
produced a photograph of himself taken the week of 11/20/71 which shows his sideburns to be below the ear lobe. These photographs will be forwarded to Seattle if deemed necessary by that office.
The following are other discrepancies noted during the interview:
NORJAK
Build - Stocky
Build - Slender or medium Complexion - Fair to medium
Complexion - Dark
Age - Mid-forties (Looks young)
Drinks moderately
Full head of hair Sideburns - ear level
Dress - Conservative
Drinks seldom if ever Receding hairline Sideburns - below the ear lobe Dress - Modish
It was also noted during the interview that used profane language extensively in his ordinary conversation in answering questions and Unsub, according to investigation,
if ever Receding hairline Sideburns - below the ear lobe Dress - Modish
It was also noted during the interview that used profane language extensively in his ordinary conversation in answering questions and Unsub, according to investigation, used no profanity whatsoever during the hijacking.
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DB Cooper-11723
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With respect to job at Boeing in Seattle, he was completely forthright and advised that he had taken one reduction in pay and when the Boeing Company tried to downgrade him a second time he resigned. He stated that he has no particular ill feeling towards Boeing or anyone else and it appeared to him that everything worked out for the better since he has been with the for three years and appears to be financially solvent.
In addition to the above, furnished a photograph of the car he rented in Honolulu, copies of which are being maintained in the San Francisco Office.
If Seattle deems it necessary for further elimina- tion purposes, San Francisco will forward photographs of as well as of the rental car to Honolulu to verify the fact that a car was rented by him on the dates indicated.
for further elimina- tion purposes, San Francisco will forward photographs of as well as of the rental car to Honolulu to verify the fact that a car was rented by him on the dates indicated.
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DB Cooper-11724
-3- 7/19/73
SAC, PORTLAND SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
NORJAK
RE:
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The above name rented a safe deposit box at the National Bank of Commerce, Main Branch, Seattle, Washington, on 0/23/71.
There has only been one entry since it was opened and this was in March, 1972.
Unsuccessful attempts have been made by the bank to obtain rent for this box. The address given was Trail, Oregon and the person to contact other than b6 b7C
The bank subsequently determined was the
at Trail, Oregon and who, then contacted by the bank, became indignant. She said she wished using her name. It was later developed that His listed address is
would quit
Eagle Point, Oregon.
The bank records reveal a description of as b6 b7C
being 5' 7 1/2", 172 pounds, dark brown hair.
LEADS
PORTLAND At Trail and Eagle Point, Oregon
2 - Portland : 2) - Seattle RRR : j1b (4)
I
boxronol Sorialized 15 Indexed Diled
DB Cooper-11725
4-31-4863SE 164-81
Will display to
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PORTLAND At Trail and Eagle Point, Oregon
2 - Portland : 2) - Seattle RRR : j1b (4)
I
boxronol Sorialized 15 Indexed Diled
DB Cooper-11725
4-31-4863SE 164-81
Will display to
respectively, b6 the latest artist's conception drawings for identification or elimination of
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DB Cooper-11726FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBİ
Date:
7/17/73
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL, REGISTERED
(Priority)
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, DENVER (164-98) (P)
SUBJECT. NORJAK (00: SEATTLE)
RE
Re Seattle airtel to Denver, 6/22/73.
A review of files reflects that Denver has no photograph of
LEADS:
THE SEATTLE DIVISION:
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Will forward photograph
of to Denver.
THE DENVER DIVISION:
AT AURORA, COLORADO: Will, on receipt of photo- graph from Seattle, display to witness
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
164-81-4864
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2 ) 
Seattle (All, RM) 2 - Denver DLR: vir (4)
JUL 2 0 1973
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Approved:
Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-11727
1
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The following investigation was conducted by
SA
On May 21, 1973, Office, Silverton,
Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-11727
1
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The following investigation was conducted by
SA
On May 21, 1973, Office, Silverton, Oregon, advised that resided for approximately three and one-half years at b6 b7C
U.S. Post
Silverton. On June 22, 1972, he
Change of Address" with a new address of: Glendale, California. said it was his recollection that was employed and upon being show a photograph of the Unknown Subject in this case, said he did not believe was identical.
provided a
On May 21, 1973, Chief CLIFF BETHSCHIEDER, Silverton Police Department, advised that the files of his department contain nothing identifiable with
On May 21,1973,
Salem, Oregon, Credit Bureau, advised that the files of her office contain a brief file on his employment as
showing no address given.
On May 21, 1973, Department of Commerce, Salem, advised that is not shown in the files of the as an incorporated firm or a firm operating under an assumed business name.
On May 21, 1973, Oregon State Police, Salem, advised the files of his Bureau contain nothing identifiable with date of birth
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164-81-4865
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED CI FILED LT- JUL 2 0 1973 FBI - SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-11728 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 5002 EDITION GSK FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 7/17/73
FROM :
S/4
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE:
Re Los Angeles airtel to Seattle, 5/11/73.
Enclosed herewith for Seattle and Los Angeles are two copies each of an insert regarding investigation conducted at Silverton and Salem, Oregon.
For further information Seattle and Los Angeles, Portland indices negative regarding Records, Oregon State Motor Vehicle Registration, list Oregon license to 1971 Datsun pickup, expiration DOB
date February, 1972. residence Norwalk, California,
First National Bank of Oregon, 4455 S.W.
Lombard, Beaverton, Oregon 97005.
list
Records, Oregon State Drivers' License Registration as holder Oregon driver's license no.
Lombard, Beaverton, Oregon 97005.
list
Records, Oregon State Drivers' License Registration as holder Oregon driver's license no. Residence is shown as Description shown
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as follows :
Sex
Male
DOB Height
6'2"
Weight
200 pounds
Driving record lists
Salem, Oregon; Portland, Oregon; California.
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12. - Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 2) Rue.au
2 - Los Angeles (164-497) (Enc. 2) 2 - Portland (164-41)
RPH:leh (6)
164-81-4866
JUL 2 0 1973
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DB Cooper-117297/19/73
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P) NORJAK (00: SE)
Re Los Angeles Airtel to Seattle dated 7/11/73. 164-81-1a Enclosed for Seattle and Los Angeles is one copy each of California driver's license with bearing photograph b6 b7C 442
of
RE:
The following investigation was conducted by SC at Sacramento, California.
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Califor-
nia State Department of Motor Vehicles, advised on 7/18/73, California driver's license was issued to Anaheim, California on He was born
5 10", 160 pounds, brown
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Califor-
nia State Department of Motor Vehicles, advised on 7/18/73, California driver's license was issued to Anaheim, California on He was born
5 10", 160 pounds, brown hair, brown eyes.
LOS ANGELES
AT BELLFLOWER, CALIFORNIA
Recontact
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exhibit enclosed photograph and determine whether this is the he previously knew in the 1950s, and ad- vise Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Los Angeles (Encls. 1)
164-51-4867 2)- Seattle (164-81) (Encl. 1) 2 - Sacramento JWI/jt (6)
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DB Cooper-11730
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TO
: SAC, Seattle(164-81)
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:SE
Re Portland airtel to Seattle, 7/3/73.
In contacts with on 7/6/73 and 7/19/73, this source has advised of no additional info available as to as to name
Information furnished initially by source indicated that thought that an employee might
be D.J.Cooper. Portland Office files should contain background info on
as to what would
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DATE: 7/20/73
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SEARCHED INDEXED.
Portland Office files should contain background info on
as to what would
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DATE: 7/20/73
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DB Cooper-11731OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1952 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/16/73
fig
FROM
{ : SAC, SAVANNAH (164-29) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re;
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Continuous contact has been maintained with Ft. Stewart, Ga., regarding and it has been determined that he was discharged from military service in with last residence address Savannah, Ga. advised exact address would be available through military records, if necessary, at a later date.
In view of the fact no further investigative leads set out re Savannah airtel and no further investigation remains to be conducted by the Savannah Division at the present time, this matter is being RUC'd.
In view of the fact no further investigative leads set out re Savannah airtel and no further investigation remains to be conducted by the Savannah Division at the present time, this matter is being RUC'd.
2-Seattle 1-Savannah
GDM:Gdy (3)
4869 164-91.1868
J111 2 1 1073 , N
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11732
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/18/73
FROM
3&C) LAS VEGAS (164-60) (RUC)
:
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
00:
Seattle
RE:
Reurairtel to Salt Lake City, 6/28/73.
The following investigation was conducted
by SA
at Hellis Air Force Base (AFB), Nevada, on 7/5/73:
Nellis AFB Personnel Section. advised he has no record identifiable with
continued that his records would only reflect personnel coming into or leaving Nellis AFB for the past 12 months. This is because once a serviceman leaves Nellis AFB, his records are forwarded to a new duty station, and if the serviceman does not report or is absent without leave for six months or longer, his records are forwarded to Randolph AFB.
This is because once a serviceman leaves Nellis AFB, his records are forwarded to a new duty station, and if the serviceman does not report or is absent without leave for six months or longer, his records are forwarded to Randolph AFB.
L
Nellis AFB Hospital, advised he does not have any record identifiable with
'2 - Seattle 1 - Las Vegas AES: jrd (3)
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DB Cooper-11733OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/19/73
FROM
SAÇ, BOSTON (164-153) (RUC )
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE:
Re Seattle airtel to Boston, 6/4/73.
On 7/6/73, Springfield, Mass .. was interviewed concerning advised he has
his knowledge of known for many years and that he himself at one time and had met
He advised was employed by American Airlines at
either the
had worked for United Airlines, Antilla Airlines in the Carribean, and Executive Airlines, which he believes to be out of Oregon. He stated resided in Montana for a time and now he believes resides in Oregon.
met
He advised was employed by American Airlines at
either the
had worked for United Airlines, Antilla Airlines in the Carribean, and Executive Airlines, which he believes to be out of Oregon. He stated resided in Montana for a time and now he believes resides in Oregon.
According to was educated at the University of Pennsylvania after having attended Andover Prep School in Massachusetts. advised possibly
According to
of what he believes to be New York Railway. has been worth about
ever since he has known him and can see no reason why would become involved in anything dishonest especially anything to include aircraft hijackings. advised that has used his name as .
a reference on several occasions, he believed to be of very high character and reputation, and understands the necessity for determining the background of as many persons as possible concerning aircraft hijackings, but feels would be a very unlikely suspect to have committed such an act.
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2 - Seattle
1 - Portland 1 - Boston JTR : 1am
(164-41) (Info)
(4)
164-81-4871
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ....... FILED. 1
JUL 2 3 1973
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2 - Seattle
1 - Portland 1 - Boston JTR : 1am
(164-41) (Info)
(4)
164-81-4871
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ....... FILED. 1
JUL 2 3 1973
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
SulQ
1.
Date of Ironscription
7/20/73
appeared at the Glenwood oprrigs
Resident Agency on the morning of July 11, 1973, and was b6 immediately furnished a "Waiver of Rights" form which he read, b7C advised he understood but refused to sign.
again emphasized that he had nothing to do with the hijacking of Northeast Airlines Flight #305, again stating that at that time he had and at this particular time
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he did not care what the records at showed and that he had only gone and that he did have
at
advised
he did not care what the records at showed and that he had only gone and that he did have
at least four He advised he kept on through January and February of 1972.
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the Southern Nevada Hospital, Las Vegas, Nevada. He stated he is currently able to do fairly strenuous exercise but he personally would not feel capable of jumping from an aircraft and would feel he would seriously damage
It was pointed out to that the simplest procedure b6 for eliminating him as a suspect in this case was for him to furnish elimination major case prints which he agreed to do. was taken to the Ginwood Springs Police Department where he was major case printed.
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File #
interviewed on 7/11/73 at Glenwood Springs, Colorado DN 164-98
by SA Feri
Date dictated 7716/73 -
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is The property of the F81 and is looned to your agency: it and its contents are not to be distributed oulside your
It is The property of the F81 and is looned to your agency: it and its contents are not to be distributed oulside your agency.
DB Cooper-117357/19/73
ATTTEL
AIRAIL
TO .
DIRECTOR, FBI (16-2111)
ATTENTIONT:
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
FROM:
SAC, DZUVER (104-98) (P)
SUBJECT : HORJAN
09: SEATTLE
RE
Re Seattle airtel to Denver, 0/22/73.
Enclosed for the Duroau for the attention of the Latent Fincarpaint Section is one set of major case olimination prints Enclosed for Seattle are ning on copies of FD-002 reflecting interviou of datol 7/11/73.
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ARHED AND DANGEROUS
3 - Burocu (Inc. 1) (AD) 2 - Bastelc (104-81) (Ench, 0) ( TM1) 1 - Minneapolis (104-73) ( Info) (RN) 2 . Denvor
CB : orl (0)
1873
JUL 2 > 1873
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DB Cooper-11736
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AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO:	SAC, DENVER (164-98)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:	FORJAK 00: Seattle

Re:
Re
SAC, DENVER (164-98)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:	FORJAK 00: Seattle

Re:
Re Denver airtel to Seattle, dated 7/17/73.
Enclosed for Denver is one copy each of two photographs of suspect
Denver Division conduct inestigation as set forth in referenced communication.
ARMED DANGEROUS.
2 - Denver (Encl. 2) $ - Seattle TAI/rlg (5)
1,2
DB Cooper-11737 04-814874
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AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO:	SAC, DENVER	(164-98)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:	HORJAK 00: Seattle

Re:
Re Denver airtel to Seattle, dated 7/17/73. Enclosed for Denver is one copy each of two photographs of suspect 
Denver Division conduct inestigation as set forth in referenced communication.
ARMED DANGEROUS.
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2 - Denver (Encl. 2) 3 - Seattle NA/rig (5)
DB Cooper-11738
164-81-48747/23/73
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO:	SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (
2) 3 - Seattle NA/rig (5)
DB Cooper-11738
164-81-48747/23/73
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO:	SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

SUBJECT: HORJAK 00: SEATTLE
UNSUB:
It is possible that UNSUB made a trial run or runs prior to NORJAK, for the purpose of perfecting his hijack plan.
If passenger lists of flights from Portland to Seattle for two weeks prior to NORJAK could be obtained the names on these lists could be compared to WORJAK Indices, and other lists currently on file at Seattle in order to possibly identify UnSUB.
In an attempt to determine if UNSUB made a trial run prior to NORJAK, Northwest Orient Airlines, Seattle, was contacted on 7/16/73 and he furnished the following information:
Records of reservations are stored in Northwest Orient Airlines Univac Computer System and can be retrieved as far hack as five years.
2 - Minneapolis 3 - Seattle RIN/rsc (5)
2
Bourchod Dorialized Indezod :1100 DB Cooper-11739 04-51- 4575
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Copies of tickets sold by Northwest Orient Airlines are on file and can alch be reviewed (it is noted that if a ticket
Dorialized Indezod :1100 DB Cooper-11739 04-51- 4575
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Copies of tickets sold by Northwest Orient Airlines are on file and can alch be reviewed (it is noted that if a ticket was purchased at another airlines and used on Northwest it would be returned to the other airline).
There are four major airlines flying from Portland to Seattle - Northwest, Western, United, and Air West.
General Office, Minneapolis, would be the one to contact to determine the featibility of retrieving these records.
It is recognized that this is a rather remote possibility, but in view of the fact that NORJAK is the only unsolved hijacking the following lead is being set out:
LEAD
MINNEAPOLIS At Minneapolis, Minnesota
Will contact Northwest Orient Airlines to determine the feasibility of obtaining passenger lists for all Northwest Flights from Portland to Seattle during the period 11/10/71 - 11/23/71. (What is desired is a conveniently obtainable list of those passengers actually making the above- described flights as well as flight number date, and contact phone number and address).
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2
DB Cooper-11740
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AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (
(What is desired is a conveniently obtainable list of those passengers actually making the above- described flights as well as flight number date, and contact phone number and address).
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2
DB Cooper-11740
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AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
SUBJECT:
HORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
UHSUB-
It is possible that UNSUR made a trial run or runs prior to HOWJAK, for the purpose of perfecting his hijack plan.
If passenger lists of flights from Fortland to Seattle for two weeks prior to NORJAK could be obtained the names on these lists could be compared to WORJAK Indices, and other liste currently on file at Seattle in order to possibly identify UNSUB.
In an attempt to determine if UNSUB made a trial run prior to HORAX Northwest Orient Airlines, Seattle, was contacted on 7/16/73 and he furnished the following information:
Records of reservations are stored in Northwest Orient Airlines Univac Computer System and can be retrieved as far back as five years.
2 - Minneapolis 3 - Seattle NIN/rse (5)
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2 - Minneapolis 3 - Seattle NIN/rse (5)
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DB Cooper-11741
164-81- 4875 OPTIONAL FORM NO. to MAY 1052 EDITION GSA FPMA (4| CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
1
DATE: 7/26/73
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prior to the NORJAK incident in the Seattle Division, a man in the Air Force named This man fits the description of the hijacker in instant matter, according to and left brior to the NORJAK or was
incident. He was either a
At the.' time
and this man,
had the ability to fly this plane and appeared to be competent in its piloting even though he was not. a pilot at the time he was
and other crew members were in an
advised that while he and returning from this
man , went into great detail on how he would hijack a
a pilot at the time he was
and other crew members were in an
advised that while he and returning from this
man , went into great detail on how he would hijack a Boeing 727, and get ransom and generally spoke about all the details which eventually were the very details of the hijacking itself. This man is reported to still be in the military.
advised that when is
contacted that it be pointed out
has been concerned about this matter for some time, and felt that the incident in question should be called to the attention of the FBI.
Searched Serialized Indexed
DE MANNING RUN (5) 1
2 - San Francisco (164-220) 3 - Seattle (164-81) TJM : plw ) N Filed 7/27/73 164-81-4876
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LEADS :
SAN FRANCISCO DIVISION At Monterey, California
Through
locate and interview USAF, and expand on
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mation was furnished to FBI and upon completely interviewing him and getting all details re lead to locate this individual.
USAF, and expand on
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information set forth above which was received from At time of interview explain to how infor-
mation was furnished to FBI and upon completely interviewing him and getting all details re lead to locate this individual. set appropriate
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-11744 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1052 EDITION GSA FPMR (11 CFR) [01-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE: 7/26/73
On 7/24/73, Longview, Washington, recent arrival in this city and a former Police Reservist in The Dalles, Oregon, advised that
is presently stationed at Monterey, California. He is either
or a
in the U. S. Air Force, and is probably taking language course at this time.
advised that
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prior to the NORJAK incident in the Seattle Division, a man in the Air Force named This man fits the description of the hijacker in instant matter, according to
incident. He was either a
and left prior to the NORJAK or was
At the time
and this man, nad the ability to fly this plane and appeared to be competent in its piloting even though he was not.
He was either a
and left prior to the NORJAK or was
At the time
and this man, nad the ability to fly this plane and appeared to be competent in its piloting even though he was not.a pilot at the time he was
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advised that when is
contacted that it be pointed out has been concerned about this matter for some time, and felt that the incident in question should be called to the attention of the FBI.
2 - San Francisco (164-220) 3 - Seattle (164-81) TJM: plw (5)
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FBI
Date:
7/25/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
{Priority)
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
ATTN: IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJACK
00:
Seattle
Re Los Angeles
FBI
Date:
7/25/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
{Priority)
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
ATTN: IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJACK
00:
Seattle
Re Los Angeles airtel to Seattle, 7/11/73.
For information of the Bureau, has been developed as a possible suspect in this matter by the Los Angeles Division. is described as follows:
Race
Sex
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Height
·Weight
Hair
Brown
Brown
Eyes Complexion
Medium
FBI Number Social Security Number California Driver!s License Number United States Air Force Serial Number
Honorable Discharge from United States Air Force as
B 2
Bureau - Seattle (164-81) ~ Los Angeles
164-81-4877
ALARCHED. INDEED SERIALIZER, F1 .- D JUL 3 0 1973
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Sent
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Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 454-574
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White Male
5110"
160 poundsLA 164-497
REQUEST OF BUREAU
The Identification Division is requested to compare available known fingerprints of FBI Number with NORJACK partials on file in the Identification Division and advise Los Angeles and Seattle results of this comparison.
7)
White Male
5110"
160 poundsLA 164-497
REQUEST OF BUREAU
The Identification Division is requested to compare available known fingerprints of FBI Number with NORJACK partials on file in the Identification Division and advise Los Angeles and Seattle results of this comparison.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE SEATTLE AIRTEL TO DENVER, 6/22/73, AND SEATTLE AIRTEL TO MINNEAPOLIS, 7/?3/73.
RE :
EX-STEWARDESS , NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES
(NUAL) , ADVISED 7/08/73 THAT PHOTOGRAPH OF BEADS
VERY LITTLE LIKENESS TO UNSUB. DIFFERENCES WERE IN THE HAIR, NOSE AND FARS ; AND FACIAL FRAME WAS TOO BULKY AND LARGE.
ADVISED MAJOR
ADVISED THAT LOWER LIP , AS DISPLAYED
IN LOS ANGELES POLICE PHOTO LA NUMBER
IS SIMILAR
TO THAT OF UNSUB 'S.
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NWAL, ADVISED 7/33/73 SHE CONTACTED UNIVAC COMPUTER SYSTEMS , AND WAS ADVISED
BY THAT TAPES RECORDING PASSENGERS OF ALL NWAL FLIGHTS ARE MAINTAINED BY NWAL ONLY SIX (6) MONTHS.
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NWAL, ADVISED 7/33/73 SHE CONTACTED UNIVAC COMPUTER SYSTEMS , AND WAS ADVISED
BY THAT TAPES RECORDING PASSENGERS OF ALL NWAL FLIGHTS ARE MAINTAINED BY NWAL ONLY SIX (6) MONTHS. THE TAPES ARE THEN ERASED AND REUSED. SHE ADVISED NO PASSENGER LISTS FOR WJAL FLIGHTS FROM PORTLAND TO SEATTLE FROM 11/13/71 TO 11/23/71 ARE IN EXISTENCE. MINNEAPOLIS AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA WILL MAINTAIN CONTACT WITH OFFICIALS AT NWAL. ARMED AND DANGEROUS. END . COS FBI SE CLR
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D. C. 20537
REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION
YOUR FILE NO.
164-74
July 20, 1973
FBI FILE NO.
LATENT CASE NO
164-2111
4-45410
TO:
cho, Richtond.
RE:
TORJAC
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REFERENCE:
Rolephone call 7-19-73
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY!
Ichmond
SPECIMENS:
Loten't Sincomprinto and Latont imprescion proviouply romortod this coso not icontient finger- DELass b6 b7C
Lilo0 for To main nminto avoileblo Icontification Division
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This xopor's supplements and confirms our telcal on 7-19-73. 2 - Coastlo (164-01)
164-81-4829 SEARCHED .
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This xopor's supplements and confirms our telcal on 7-19-73. 2 - Coastlo (164-01)
164-81-4829 SEARCHED ....!. INDEXED. SERIALIZERBIED 1 Clarence M. Kolor HILL, 2 3 1973
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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DB Cooper-117518/1/73
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO
SAC, RICHMOND (164-74)
7 FROM SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
×
Reference Identification Division report dated 7/20/73 concerning above captoned suspect.
On 7/23/73, Seattle received a copy of referenced communication. For information of the Richmond Division. Seattle is not in possession of information concerning Richmond Division is requested to advise Seattle if should be considered a suspect in this matter.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Richmond 3 - Seattle RNN : j1b (5) Searched 1 
I verce
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DB Cooper-11752 164-81-4880
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL

TO	SAC, RICHIOND (164-74)
FROM	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
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DB Cooper-11752 164-81-4880
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL

TO	SAC, RICHIOND (164-74)
FROM	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT	NORJAK

00:
Seattle
RE:
Reference Identification Division report dated 7/20/73 concerning above captined suspect.
On 7/23/73, Seattle received a copy of referenced communication. For information of the Richmond Division. Seattle is not in possession of information concerning Richmond Division is requested to advise Seattle if should be considered a suspect in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Richmond 3 - Seattle RNN: j1b (5)
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164-81-4880 DB Cooper-117538/1/73
AIRTEL AIRMAIL
TO
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
7 FROM
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re:
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Reference Portland airtel to Seattle dated 7/3/73.
ne
The Portland Division is requested to check indices in order to ascertain If b6 b7C
determined, Portland conduct the following investigation :
LEADS
PORTLAND At Salem, Oregon
Will conduct logical investigation to further identify subject and thereafter process
to ascertain If b6 b7C
determined, Portland conduct the following investigation :
LEADS
PORTLAND At Salem, Oregon
Will conduct logical investigation to further identify subject and thereafter process him to determine if he is ident with unsub.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Portland 3 - Seattle RNN: j1b
i Searched (5) Serialized Indexed
Filed
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DB Cooper-11754 164-81-4881 8/1/73
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
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TO
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT NORJAK
00: Seattle
Rc:
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Reference Portland airtel to Seattle dated 7/3/73.
re
The Portland Division is requested to check indices in order to accertain determined, Portland conduct the following investigation:
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LEADS
PORTLAND At Salom, Oreron
Will conduct logical investigation to further identify subject and thereafter process him to determine if he is ident with unsub.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Portland 3 - Seattle RNN : j1b (5)
164-81-4881
DB Cooper-11755 PD-36 (Rev. 5-22-04)
FBI
Date:
8/1/73
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
7
Sub- 598
SUBJECT :
5-22-04)
FBI
Date:
8/1/73
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
7
Sub- 598
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Re :
SUSPECT WILLIAM F. DEEMS
#598
Re Seattle airtel to Boston dated 6/4/73.
For the information of Jacksonville DEEMS suggested as possible suspect by FAA, Denver, because he reportedly bears strong resemblance to artist's composite of UNSUB. DEEMS described as:

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Race	White
Sex	Male
Age	Early 50's
Height	5 ' 11"
Build	Medium
Hair	Dark, graying, and thin in front.

DEEMS is presently living at Route 3, Box 435 Melrose Looking Glass Road, Roseburg, Oregon. In the past DEEMS has lived at Kalispell, Montana, and at 6015 18th Avenue E., Bradenton, Florida.
2 - Portland 2 - Butte (164-26) 2 - Jacksonville (164-109) (3)- Seattle RNN/rse (9) Searched
164-81-4882
Serialized
Indexcd
Filed
1
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Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per
2 - Portland 2 - Butte (164-26) 2 - Jacksonville (164-109) (3)- Seattle RNN/rse (9) Searched
164-81-4882
Serialized
Indexcd
Filed
1
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Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-11756
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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Investigation to date has failed to establish adequate description of DEEMS, therefore, the following leads are being set out:
LEADS
BUTTE At Helena, Montana
Will attempt to obtain a copy of DEEMS' Montana Drivers License if available and forward descriptive information to Seattle.
JACKSONVILLE At Tallahassee, Florida
Will attempt to obtain a copy of DEEMS' Florida Drivers License if available and forward same to Seattle. PORTLAND At Salem, Oregon
Will attempt to obtain copy of DEEMS' Oregon Drivers License if available and forward descriptive information to Seattle.
ARMED & DANGEROUS
2
DB Cooper-11757FD-36 (R wo. S-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/2/73
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Sub 598
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Re:
SUSPECT WILLIAM F.
S-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/2/73
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Sub 598
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Re:
SUSPECT WILLIAM F. DEEMS
#598
Re Seattle airtel to Boston dated 6/4/73.
For the information of Jacksonville DEEMS suggested
as possible suspect by
FAA, Denver, because he reportedly bears strong resemblance
to artist's composite of UNSUB. DEEMS described as:

4
Race	White
Sex	Male
Age	Early 50's
Height	5'11"
Build	Medium
Hair	Dark, graying, and thin in front.

DEEMS is presently living at Route 3, Box 435 Melrose Looking Glass Road, Roseburg, Oregon, In the past DEEMS has lived at Kalispell, Montana, and at 6015 18th Avenue E., Bradenton, Florida.
2 - Portland 2 - Butte (164-26) 2 - Jacksonville (164-109) 37 
Seattle
RNN/rse
(9)
164-81-4882-
Approved:
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-11758
Special Agent in Charge
U.
2 - Portland 2 - Butte (164-26) 2 - Jacksonville (164-109) 37 
Seattle
RNN/rse
(9)
164-81-4882-
Approved:
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-11758
Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO:	SAC, ST. LOUIS (164-63)

FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-01) (P)
SUBJECT:	NONJAK

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RE:
is suspect in this matter, because he resembles the artist's composite of U!ISUB and reportedly has had parachute training in the military. is
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described as (NA, 5'11;"; 180 lbs .; dob brown
hair (receding) : blue eyes: ruddy complexion; medium build: Social Security No.
14 in the u.s Army and was up until whon he was discharged from the military service.
LEADS :
ST. LOUIS
AT ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
Will obtain copy of military file and b6 b7C
forward same to Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Ct. Louis 3 - Seattle WWW/bjb (5)
Searched
2 >
Serialized
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164-81-4883 DB Cooper-11760 :
Louis 3 - Seattle WWW/bjb (5)
Searched
2 >
Serialized
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164-81-4883 DB Cooper-11760 0/2/73
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO:	SAC, ST. LOUIS (104-03)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK

RE:
is suspect in this matter, because he resembles the artist's composite of UNSUB and reportedly has had parachute training in the military. is described as UNA, 5']]>"; 180 lbs .; dob brown
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hair (receding) : blue eyes: ruddy complexion; rediun build: Social Security No.
Ras Army and was up until Then he was discharged from the military service.
LLADS :
ST. LOUIS
AT ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
Will obtain copy of forward same to Seattle.
military file and
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - St. Louis 3/- Seattle Rumi/bib (5)
DB Cooper-11761 164-81-4883 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.4 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/30/73
FROM
SAC, ATLANTA (164-254) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NOR JAK
00:
4 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/30/73
FROM
SAC, ATLANTA (164-254) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NOR JAK
00: SEATTLE
SubE R
Re Seattle letter to Atlanta, 5/11/73.
Continuous efforts were made by SA to contact Lilburn, Ga., with negative results. It was ascertained that who was employed by Travelers Insurance Co., Atlanta, Ga., was on leave and would return to work on 7/30/73.
On 7/30/73, the U. S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service Map was returned to at the Travelers Insurance Company, 230 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, Ga.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
ELIMINA.
WI A Sus FILM ELIMINAR. PLS 2 - Seattle 1 - Atlanta JBR : jh (3)
5020-109
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll St.
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164-81-4884
SEARCHED. INDEXED
SERIALIZED
ZED 15 FILED ct
AUG 3 1973
CU1 CPATTLE
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DB Cooper-117621-336 (Rev. 7-16-73)
DEPARTMENT OF JUKNCE A ₩ 0 P K
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FEDER BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D. C. 20537 REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION
August 1, 1973

YOUR FILE NO.
20537 REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION
August 1, 1973

YOUR FILE NO.	164-98
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.	4-45410

TO:
OLC, Unver
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RE:
L'ORJAR
REFERENCE: Airtel 7/19/73
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Denver
SPECIMENS: Major case prints FIST
Previously reported unidentified latent printo in captioned case not identical submitted printe
Enjor cace prints
enclosed.
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Inc. 2 - Seattle (164-81)
164-81-4885 SEARCHED .. ANDPXED.
Clarence M. KelleyAlfie3or 1973 FBI -- SEATTLE IN
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
DB Cooper-11763FD-35 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
7/30/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
- AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
ATTN: IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re Los Angeles airtel to Seattle, 7/11/73; Sacramento letter to Los Angeles, 7/19/73, and Los Angeles airtel to the Bureau, 7/25/73.
ATTN: IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re Los Angeles airtel to Seattle, 7/11/73; Sacramento letter to Los Angeles, 7/19/73, and Los Angeles airtel to the Bureau, 7/25/73.
RE:
a photograph of License Number
on 7/26/73. positively identified California .Driver's
as identical to the with whom he worked in the early 1950's and whom believed resembled the artist's conception of the unknown subject in this matter. It was subsequently ascertained by the Los Angeles Division that is currently employed at Newport Beach, California. Payroll records as made available by revealed for the week of
received regular wages
11/20/71 through 11/27/71. advised would have been off on Thanksgiving Day, 11/25/73, however, and would have had two regular days off besides Thanksgiving Day during that week. He stated that the day before Thanks- giving, 11/24/73, would have been required to work
2 - Bureau . 1 - Portland (164-41)
ELIMINATO
164-81-1885 
1 - Sacramento (164-50) 1 - St. Louis (164-73) G - Seattle (164-81) 1 - Los Angeles
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED LE FILEDLA AUG $ 1973
crs/1mr (8)
IN b6 b7C
Approved: f
(Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per
U.
Louis (164-73) G - Seattle (164-81) 1 - Los Angeles
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED LE FILEDLA AUG $ 1973
crs/1mr (8)
IN b6 b7C
Approved: f
(Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-11764
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11 because this is one of the heaviest days of the year in Is employed He added that should have been absent on the day before Thanksgiving, it would have definitely resulted in a notation to that effect in the payroll records.
In view of the above, it does not appear warrants further consideration as a possible suspect in this matter at this time and all offices discontinue.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-11765-
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1042 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 ' UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 8/1/73
FROM SAC, DENVER (164-98) (P)
SUBJECT NORJAK (00: SEATTLE)
RE
6/24/73,
For the information of the Seattle Division, on was telephonically contacted
by an anonymous caller who stated.
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5
The caller then
terminated the call.
DATE: 8/1/73
FROM SAC, DENVER (164-98) (P)
SUBJECT NORJAK (00: SEATTLE)
RE
6/24/73,
For the information of the Seattle Division, on was telephonically contacted
by an anonymous caller who stated.
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5
The caller then
terminated the call. On 7/18/73, a review of the telephone directory at Craig, Colorado, failed to reflect any identifiable information with a
On the same date, it was determined that there employed
was a
Craig, Colorado.
Craig, Colorado,
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advised he lived
and did not have a telephone. was informed as to the contents of the anonymous phone call and he voluntarily furnished the following information:
advised he had been working as for the past month and
previously resided in Glenwood Springs, Colorado at the where he was employed at
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advised
he became a skydiver in Alaska back in the early 1960s and had made over 100 jumps since that time. advised to the best of his recollection during November, 1971, DB Cooper-11766 he attended
, Billings, Montana, for nine months.
: CW
)
4010-106-02
- Seattle (RM) - Denver
ELIMINATE b6 b7C
164-81-4887
SEARCHED Q INDEXED SERIALIZED O FILED -C.
AUG 41973
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payball Caminhod .
: CW
)
4010-106-02
- Seattle (RM) - Denver
ELIMINATE b6 b7C
164-81-4887
SEARCHED Q INDEXED SERIALIZED O FILED -C.
AUG 41973
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payball Caminhod .PERTLE
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He further stated he was not exactly sure of the date, but just prior to that time, he was in
Seattle, Washington area and was
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Butte. Montana.
stated he also had in 1968, but was still able to
denied any knowledge of the NORJAK
hijacking, advising he had met who were in Alaska during 1968,
or 1969. He stated he worked with them and initially met them at the Smoke Shon Bar, Aberdeen Washington .. He described
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× 
black hair, eye
male, 5'4"}, b7C male, 6' 2"> 200 pounds, dark hair with and 120 pounds, dark hair. He stated were from California, and believed that for the Die Georgia Wine Company, Bakersfield, California. He advised that he, along with
at Edison, Washington.
described all as parachutists, stating they jumped together while up in Alaska. He stated he doubted very much that any of the would have enough guts to try and hijack an airplane but did know how
He stated he doubted very much that any of the would have enough guts to try and hijack an airplane but did know how to parachute and they were familiar with the Seattle area.
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advised that he and
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worked for
in Ketchikan, Alaska.
stated in addition to the above information, he recalled that during 1970. while at the Seattle Airport he and
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He advised that
advised he used to carry a weapon with him at all times but no longer does so and has been trying b6 b7C
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DB Cooper-11767|DN 164-98
to go straight.
stated he
and was
The following description was obtained of
Race
White
Sex
Male
DOB
POB
Age
Height
5.101
Weight
.. 160 pounds
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Blue
Previous Arrests
Military Service
Denver is not setting forth any leads in regards to the above information, but is leaving this to the discretion of the Office of Origin.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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DB Cooper-11768Identification Record Request FD-9 (Rev. 4-28-65)
INSTRUCTIONS
I. This form may be submitted in legible hand printing.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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DB Cooper-11768Identification Record Request FD-9 (Rev. 4-28-65)
INSTRUCTIONS
I. This form may be submitted in legible hand printing.
2. Use separate form for cach individual on whom record is requested.
3. Make effort to furnish FBI identification number, law enforcement identification number, or military service number.
5. Indicate office for reply in lower right corner only. Also list in lower right corner all offices which should receive copies of available records. Include carbon of FD-9 for each office receiving copies and forward with original to Bureau.
6. Do not fill in block in lower left corner.
1. Furnish descriptive data and fingerprint classification only when FBI number not available.
To: DIRECTOR, FBI
Attention: Identification Division
Date
7-17-73
Re NORJAK
Field File No. 164-497
Furnish The Known Identification Record of the Following:
Name
FBI No.
Other No. Soc 580
Allases

Sex MI	Race CAUC	Birth Date	Birthplace	Residence
Soc 580
Allases

Sex MI	Race CAUC	Birth Date	Birthplace	Residence

Height	Weight	Buffd	Hair Eyes	Complexion
5'0	160	MEDIUM	BR BK	MED

Fingerprint Classification
Scars, marks and tattoos
Also Furnish: Photo Fingerprints Handwriting Specimens
Identification Division's Reply On basis of information furnished, unable to identify:
Return Reply to:
VIAC, LOS ANGELES
Ps
Criminal
Civil
AIL Flles Files Files
Send Copies To:
SEATTLE
(164-81 
164-81-4889 Record Attached Photo Attached Photo Not Available ; however, one maybe obtain from PD Newport Beach Calif Fingerprints Attached Handwriting Specimen Attached
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ZEEFILED AUG 8 1973 LE
GPO 83 4-9 34 DB
; however, one maybe obtain from PD Newport Beach Calif Fingerprints Attached Handwriting Specimen Attached
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ZEEFILED AUG 8 1973 LE
GPO 83 4-9 34 DB Cooper-11773
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On April 11, 1973, inquiry at Fort Collins Police Department, Fort Collins, Colorado, determined that b6 and phtographed by that department b7C
under Fort Collins Police Department
on Number It should be noted that a copy of the fingerprints of as well as palm prints of are on file at Fort Collins, Colorado Police Department.
On April 11, 1973, inquiry was made at Fort Collins. Colorado, and it was determined that but is
now residing and working in Windsor, Colorado.
The following description was obtained of
Date of birth Place of birth Height
Weight
Hair
Eyes
Complexion
Build
Address Telephone Fort Collins Police Department DWI
Selective Service Number Colorado Driver's License Palm prints and fingerprints
5$8#
160 pounds
Brown
Blue
Fair
Medium
Number
Availble at Fort Collins Police Department under case number
164-81-4890
it is:
1
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DB Cooper-11774 .
Number Colorado Driver's License Palm prints and fingerprints
5$8#
160 pounds
Brown
Blue
Fair
Medium
Number
Availble at Fort Collins Police Department under case number
164-81-4890
it is:
1
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DB Cooper-11774 . OPTIONAL FORM NO. 50 MAY-1852 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/6/73
FROM
:
6/R DENVER (164-98) (P)
SUBJECT:
HORJAX
Re San Francisco letter to Denver, dated 3/30/73.
Enclosed for Seattle are eight copies of an investigative insert reflecting investigation at Fort Collins, Colorado, along with a picture of possible suspect Fort Collins PD 1 1 3 4-51-16 (3)
The above enclosed were inadvertently not furnished to Seattle at time investigation was conducted. is described by Fort Collins PD officers as very mild mannered and who would not appear to have the courage to attempt instant matter.
Lead to locate and interview is being left to the discretion of 00.
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.2. - Seattle (Encs. 9) (RM) 2 - Denver BS:mfr (4)
5040-101-01
164-81-4891
SEARCHED INDEXED GENIALIDAD 1 FILED AUG 9 1973 b6 b7C
Buy U.
9) (RM) 2 - Denver BS:mfr (4)
5040-101-01
164-81-4891
SEARCHED INDEXED GENIALIDAD 1 FILED AUG 9 1973 b6 b7C
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11775OPTIONAL FORM NO. to
MAY 1002 EDITION
GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.0
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
SAC, ANCHORAGE (164-59)
DATE:
8/6/73
FROM
:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re :
Re Portland letter to Seattle, dated 2/22/73,
copy of which is enclosed herewith for Anchorage.
For information Anchorage, Portland has been attempting to identify and locate for interview regarding this matter, Woodland, Washington.
On 7/12/73,
the original source in this suspect lead, contacted the Portland Office to advise that he had identified the He said he understood they are now in Alaska, location unknown.
On 7/27/73 advised that are presently in Seward, Alaska, but he could not obtain a specific address, He said further he understood
location unknown.
LEAD
ANCHORAGE
AT SEWARD, ALASKA. Will attempt to locate for interview regarding Unknown Suspect
2- Anchorage (Enc.
LEAD
ANCHORAGE
AT SEWARD, ALASKA. Will attempt to locate for interview regarding Unknown Suspect
2- Anchorage (Enc. 1)
2, Seattle (164-81) 2- Portland
RPH : laa
(6)
164-81-1892
SEARCHED.
INDEXED.
SERIALIZED. 1 FILED
a
AUG 9 1973
5010-108-02
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11776
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO
: DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
Juin 0
FCOMI
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-S1) (P)
SUBJECT:
FORJAK
CO:
CCATTLE
MONTHLY SUTTARY
De Seattle airtel to Bureau, dated 7/6/73.
SUSPECTS
No outstanding suspects are under consideration at this time. There are currently 650 suspects, 501 of whom have boon eliminated. Now suspects are being developed and systematic olimination of these suspects continues.
FILE REVIEW
Serial by serial, subject by subject, file review continues at Seattle.
MISCELLANEOUS
Unsub my havo made a trial run prior to NORJAN to perfect his hijack plan, therefore, leads have been sot out to determine the feasibility of obtaining passenger lists from all Northwest-Orient Airlines flights from Portland to Seattle during the
to perfect his hijack plan, therefore, leads have been sot out to determine the feasibility of obtaining passenger lists from all Northwest-Orient Airlines flights from Portland to Seattle during the period 11/10/71 - 11/23/71. If passenger lists of flights from Portland to Seattle for two weohs prior to NORJAK can be obtained, the names on those lists would be compared to NORJAK indices and other lists currently on filo at Seattle, in order to possibly identify Unsub.
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2 - Bureau (104-2111) 3 - Seattle (164-S1) MA:plv. (5) - POST- N 8/7/73 164-51-4873 DB Cooper-117778/7/73
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO
: DIRECTOR, FBI (101-2111)
: EAC, SEATTLE (104-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
CO:
SCATTLC
red. 0
IGEMILY SUMMARY
Do Seattle airtel to Bureau, dated 7/C/73.
SUSPECTS
No outstanding suspects are under consideration at this time. There are currently 050 suspects, 501 of whom have boon eliminated. How suspects are being developed and systemtic elimination of theso suspects continues.
FILE REVIEW
Serial by serial, subject by subject, file review continuos at Ceattlo.
LIICCELLANEOUS
Unsub may have made o trial run prior to KORJAK to perfect his hijack plan, therefore, leads
LIICCELLANEOUS
Unsub may have made o trial run prior to KORJAK to perfect his hijack plan, therefore, leads have been set out to determine the feasibility of obtaining passenger lists from all Northwest Orient Airlines flights from Portland to Seattle during the period 11/10/71 - 11/23/71. If passenger lists of flights from Portland to Seattle for two weeks prior to NOMJAK can be obtained, the names on these lists would be compared to NORJAK indices and other lists currently on file at Ceattlo, in order to possibly identify Unsub.
ATBED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (166-2111) 3 - Seattle (164-81) MA:plw (5)
DB Cooper-11778
164-81-4883FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 8/6/73
Transmit the following in
Via
airtel
(Type in plaintext or code) airmail
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, ST. LOUIS (164-63) RUC
RE:
NORJAK
RE:
RE :
Re LA airtel to Bureau, 7/3/73, SE airtel to SL,
8/2/73. Due to the major fire on 7/12/73 at the National Personnel Records Center - Military, St. Louis, Mo., leads set forth to review suspect's military record are not being reviewed inasmuch as the SL Office to date
, leads set forth to review suspect's military record are not being reviewed inasmuch as the SL Office to date does not have access to the military records center building.
In view of the above, this matter is being placed in an RUC status.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Seattle
1 - St. Louis
LFC: jmb
3
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
7/30/73
Sumner, Washington, phone furnished the fol- lowing information concerning a man whom he phonetically knew as
residing at Sumner (by description of the location and the above phonetic name it was determined that the true name of the suspect is Sumner) :
explained that he was with the Pierce County Sheriff's Office and starting ap- proximately six months before Thanksgiving of 1971 he had They were having trouble with the stop and go at 120th Street East and 214th Avenue East, 'and in
Sumner) :
explained that he was with the Pierce County Sheriff's Office and starting ap- proximately six months before Thanksgiving of 1971 he had They were having trouble with the stop and go at 120th Street East and 214th Avenue East, 'and in connection with this he asked who if he could park his car in this to observe the activity at this stop and go. Because he did this frequently at night, he struck up several con- versations with and ascertained over a period
of time that was previously at Boeing Aircraft. Further,
In his yard at the back
was
He did not recall that it had lived in a mobil home and he had occasion to go into the home where
They had a modest home and explained that he desired to get money to build a home on the prop- erty but it probably would be a long wait. He had con- tact with up to about the time of the hijack and then there was a period he did not see him. Sometime about the time of the hijakk he had
Sheriff's Office investigated
from the Pierce County At the
Interviewed on
7/20/73
at
Tacoma, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
164-81-4895
by SA pmh
Date dictated GK 7/24/73 b6 b7C
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI.
At the
Interviewed on
7/20/73
at
Tacoma, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
164-81-4895
by SA pmh
Date dictated GK 7/24/73 b6 b7C
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. If is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; il and its contents ore not to be distribuled oulside your agency,
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time of the burglary. recalled mentioning to him on some occasion that
and looked at him with a severe look as he had apparently "hit a raw nerve. " Then shortly after the hijack, some of the as they had and in re-
been found in the brush turning them, had given him the same look as he had given him above.
After that it was quite some time before he saw him again and then seeing the circular with the artist's conception of D. B. COOPER, he was struck with the fact that he had seen that person somewhere before. In reflecting back. he believes now that the drawing looks similar to He explained that of age, is about 5'9 1/2", has gained 15 to 20 pounds since the hijacking, and probably weighs 180 pounds. He wears dark glasses; however, has never seen him smoke nor does he recall him dres ing up
He wears dark glasses; however, has never seen him smoke nor does he recall him dres ing up in a suit. In reflecting back. he believes that in the latter part of 1972
and in saw him
early 1973 he started in the restaurant and he then indicated that
stated that he feels that may be D. B. COOPER in view of the similarity with the drawing, in view of the fact that he has come into some money, and further beca ie of
Never at any that would
time was there any conversation with lead to believe that he might have any knowledge of the hijacking.
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TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/20/73
FROM :
NÃO
ma
SAC, DETROIT (164-115) P
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Washington Field letter to the Bureau, 7/12/73.
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The following investigation was conducted by SA at Flint, Michigan:
On 7/26/73, Flint, Michigan, Police Department, advised that his records failed to reflect any reference to
On 7/26/73, records of the Retail
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On 7/26/73, Flint, Michigan, Police Department, advised that his records failed to reflect any reference to
On 7/26/73, records of the Retail Merchants Bureau was caused to be searched by SA and failed b6 b7C
to reflect any reference to These records
reflected the following information regarding
On file since 1937, was his residence Social Security Account Number business address
only previous addresses was one in Saginaw, Michigan, in 1937.
Attempts to contact 8/17/73, were negative.
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DETROIT
AT DETROIT, MICHIGAN
Will locate and interview
in attempt b6 b7C
to determine if States during November, 1971.
was in the United 2- Seattle 2 - Detroit DAT: cp (4)
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AT CENTERLINE AND WARREN, MICHIGAN Will complete investigation per referenced letter. UNSUB CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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AT CENTERLINE AND WARREN, MICHIGAN Will complete investigation per referenced letter. UNSUB CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-11783OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1042 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-S1)
DATE: 8/21/73
FROM
Hg
BẠC, CHICAGO (164-297) (P)
SUBJECT: KORJAK
CRIME ABOARD
AIRCRAFT
(00: SEATTLE)
SUB H Sus G.
Re Minneapolis airtel to Seattle, 7/5/73.
Numerous efforts to locate anyone at Schaumburg, Illinois, have been negative.
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stewardess travels quite extensively bu't would be at her residence in Schaumburg during the week of September 1, 1973.
×
LEAD
CHICAGO
AT SCHAUMBURG, ILLINOIS. Will during week of September 1, 1973, contact Stewardess as requested by referenced communication.
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JJS/gr (3)
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DB-Cooper-11784
5010-105-07
+ as OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1032 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-IL.0
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE: 8/23/73
On March 5, 1973, Lynnwood, Washington, telephonically advised the Seattle Office she had information concerning subject matter she did not care to discuss over the phone.
On March 19, 1973, an anonymous letter was re- ceived at the Seattle Office enclosing a picture of a man resembling the artist's sketch of the hijacker. The person in the photo was identified as Granite Falls, Washington, telephone
The letter writer gave various logical reasons for believing was the hijacker and requested to be contacted through the
On March 22, 1973,
was interviewed at her residence and it was established she had called the Seattle Office,
resides in a comfortable She was very secretive at first and had no
contacted through the
On March 22, 1973,
was interviewed at her residence and it was established she had called the Seattle Office,
resides in a comfortable She was very secretive at first and had no logical explanation concerning a phone
home
call
She seemed delighted with intrigue and several times declared her identity must remain anonymous.
said she met at the Boeing Renton plant, where they She claimed War II veteran and flyer, who knew how to parachute.
was a World
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said she
was
a victim of a large employee layoff experienced by the Boeing Company. Although unemployed for a lengthy period, he was at the time attempting said she
Because of this apparent rejection,
started
She also claimed
She said he always carried a gun and seemed to be well fixed financially, in that he never used anything but a $20 bill She said because of this unexplained money and other coincidences she believed a suspect, although he had never admitted
he always carried a gun and seemed to be well fixed financially, in that he never used anything but a $20 bill She said because of this unexplained money and other coincidences she believed a suspect, although he had never admitted being connected with the hijack- ing or : making any insinuating remarks in this regard.
On April 17, 1973, it was determined that
had
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at the Snohomish County Sheriff's at which time he was finger-
printed. He gave his name : ås
Washington, and a self
description of a white male American, 185 1bs, 5'11", blue eyes and brown hair.
His only other police record was
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DB Cooper-11786
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advised May 3, 1973, he sold
This property adjoined that
told him he was from Witchita, Kansas, and had received
He transferred from Witchita to Everett, Washington with the Boeing Company, and at that time
told him about investments
he allegedly had made and other places not recalled. He said he kidded about this because he understood it was vacant land and it would be some time before it depreciated.
He said he kidded about this because he understood it was vacant land and it would be some time before it depreciated.
added he cannot recall being away from his property during the time ofthe hijacking. Ile added that was a non-smoker and critical of those who indulged.
Cascade Savings and Loan, 195th
and Highway 99, advised that
Shore- line Savings and Loan, Everett, Washington advised that
Inquiry reveals that currently resides at Seattle, Washington, where he has an unlisted telephone. He apparently has been re- employed by the Boeing Company.
Summary of the above reflects that
and had instituted a lawsuit later dropped to
He does not smoke and he is critical of those who do.
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At a considerable time before the skviacking,
He had discussed with several people the source of his funds and investments he had made, all of which oc- curred before the skyjacking.
He does carry a gun but has a permit for the weapon.
He had discussed with several people the source of his funds and investments he had made, all of which oc- curred before the skyjacking.
He does carry a gun but has a permit for the weapon.
It is recommended that his name be removed as a suspect in this matter.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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unlisted phone number advised that
although
she also was and in absence she would furnish the following
information:
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at Greenwater at the time of Lived in a house
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the hi jacking and
who worked with him.
At that time he was
(name unknown).
Enumclaw, Washington.
the hijacking and
continued that just prior to was in grave financial difficulty further.
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On the day before Thanksgiving, 1971,
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In fact,
remembers that
After the hijacking,
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On the day before Thanksgiving, 1971,
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In fact,
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164-81-489
Interviewed on 7/26/73
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File # SE 164-81
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the F81. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; il and ils coalents are nol to be distributed outside your agency.
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She could not further describe this In regard to name unknown, they feel it is rather strange that she is supposed to be
After
returned he somehow
was able to
and he went to North Bend, Washington, and purchased Just recently he has gone to Shelton, Washington,
and
Further, he has now recently
stated that as a matter of fact stated to that he thought
was D. B. COOPER.
Also about that time, had in Auburn, Washington, and for some reason or other he immediately shipped She no further details about this.
Also about that time, had in Auburn, Washington, and for some reason or other he immediately shipped She no further details about this.
examined the two colored artist's conceptions of D. B. COOPER and stated that definately the photo with the sunglasses is similar to She ex- plained that is about about 5'10" or 5'11", is very quiet, wears prescription sunglasses He often wears dress suits. He
speaks well. However, she has never seen him smoke cigarettes. does not have eyes similar to those in the photograph without sunglasses but the lower mouth and jaw area are identical.
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DB Cooper-11790
2OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 19E2 EDITION GSA FPMR (42 CFR) 101-11.0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, Seattle(164-81)
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NOR JAC
Re
RememoSA
7/5/73.
On 7/9/73, a check of City Directories for Tacoma, Puyallup and suburban areas was negative re name of
On 7/25/73, records of the following listed agencies were checked with negative results by SC
Tacoma, Wn. PD Pierce County SO Tacoma Credit Bureau.
Puyallup and suburban areas was negative re name of
On 7/25/73, records of the following listed agencies were checked with negative results by SC
Tacoma, Wn. PD Pierce County SO Tacoma Credit Bureau.
DATE:
8/3/73
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164-81-4900
SEARCHED.
INDEXED.
SERIALIZED
AS FILED
AUG 7 1973
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE 164-81
DATE:
8-6-73
FROM : SA
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
CAA
00 SE
suspect
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On 8-6-73 a
Outlook, Washington ¥66
telephonically advised the writter that she considered
a very É_b7C ggod suspect in this matter in as much as he fits the general description of Unsub; D.B.Cooper and also do to the fact that suspect arrived home very late on the evening of captioned crime, She stated that he is also spending much more money than he makes, She stated that he purchased in Ellensburg, Wash, and this is how she became acquainted
She stated that suspect arrived home late on eveningof captioned crime as this is what was related to her by She stated that is an ex- Marine piotet and has
much more money than he makes, She stated that he purchased in Ellensburg, Wash, and this is how she became acquainted
She stated that suspect arrived home late on eveningof captioned crime as this is what was related to her by She stated that is an ex- Marine piotet and has also spent quite a bit She described him as a WMA, (518 .165 lbs), sandy colored hair. He is emplveed at the > Seattlem
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2-164-81 RLM/
INTHE CREDIT & CRIMINAL DMV
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DB Cooper-11792FD-36 (Rev. S-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/7/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
:
SAC, RICHMOND (164-74) - RUC -
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00:
SEATTLE)
Re Seattle airtel to Richmond, 8/1/73.
RE:
On 7/18/73, Virginia State Police advised SA that an
informant whom he wished to keep anonymous, felt that employed somewhere in the Fincastle, Va. area, could possibly be the subject in captioned matter.
On 7/18/73, Virginia State Police advised SA that an
informant whom he wished to keep anonymous, felt that employed somewhere in the Fincastle, Va. area, could possibly be the subject in captioned matter. was interested in receiving a photograph of the artist's conception of D. D. COOPER, the subject in this case.
continually stated informant's fear of compromise was great and therefore did not want the Agent to SA made a telephone call to Latent Fingerprint Section of the Identification which
Division, and requested that the fingerprints of were on file, be compared with those latents developed in instant matter. 2 - Seattle 1 - Richmond DMC: Isw (3)
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On 7/19/73, telephonically advised the Richmond Division that the fingerprints on file for were not identical to those of the latents obtained in this matter. This information was immediately furnished to
stated that
As
a result of this
stated that he was able to determine that there is
This information was immediately furnished to
stated that
As
a result of this
stated that he was able to determine that there is absolutely no similarities in facial features between and the artist's conception of COOPER. was also able to determine that i's a non-smoker and possesses none of the characteristics contributed to COOPER by witnesses.
The identity of describes him as a white male. 5' 10", blue eyes,
as furnished by
· brown hair, born
Inasmuch as neither fingerprints nor physical characteristics of match those of COOPER, no further action is being taken by the Richmond Division in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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2* FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date: 3/16/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, JACKSONVILLE (164-109 ) (RUC)
SUBJ :
NORJAK
00: SE
RE :
SUSPECT WILLIAM F. DEEMS
#598
Sub 598
ReSEairtel to Portland, 8/1/73.
On 8/9/73, Drivers License Bureau, Tallahassee, Fla.
DEEMS
#598
Sub 598
ReSEairtel to Portland, 8/1/73.
On 8/9/73, Drivers License Bureau, Tallahassee, Fla., advised SC that one WILLIAM FRANCIS DEEMS, 902 Magellan Dr., Sarasota, Fla., was issued Florida operator's drivers license number D52092616161751, on 5/4/70. She advised this license expired in 5/72, and to date has not been renewed. She further advised DEEMS described WM, born 5/1/16, 519".
It should be noted that Florida drivers licenses do not contain photographs.
Any leads regarding above information being left to discretion of office of origin.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. (2)- Seattle 1 - Jacksonville REH -ahc (3)
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/23/73
EROMV:
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (₽)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 :
Seattle
0 Si1
Reurairtel to Portland, 8/1/73.
5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/23/73
EROMV:
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (₽)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 :
Seattle
0 Si1
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT HELENA, MONTANA
On 8/15/73, Montana Highway Patrol, Driver's License Section, furnished copies of a driver's license issued to WILLIAM FRANCIS DEEMS, which re- flected the following description of DEEMS:
Name
WILLIAM FRANCIS DEEMS
Race
White
DOB
5/1/16
POB
Easton, Maine
Height
5' 9"
Weight
170#
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Gray
Address, 1972
Occupation
Marital status
P. O. Box #37, Coram, Montana Airline pilot, unemployed Married
Previous license Florida
There is a notation that DEEMS's 1972 Montana license was surrendered, date not recorded, when he was issued a license in another state, not further identified in the file.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
164-21-4904
5010-104-02
2/- Seattle (Encs. 2) Fra - 1 - Portland (164-41) (Info.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
164-21-4904
5010-104-02
2/- Seattle (Encs. 2) Fra - 1 - Portland (164-41) (Info.) 2 - Butte FEB/ar 5)
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
FCE
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
DATE: 8-17-73
Re Cleveland letter to Seattle, dated 7-2-73.
After several unsuccessful attempts, contact was
made with
Brecksville Veteran's Administration Hospital, on advised that
July 3, 1973. had been at the hospital up to
and he next returned on She further advised that
location not
known, around October, 1971.
On July 11. 1973.
Cleveland, Ohio, advised that
stated that
the Veteran's Hospital, Brecksville, Ohio, said that was always
It was also noted by
smoked excessively, but the brand of cigarette was not known. indicated no knowledge of the operation of aircrafts.
termination notice stated that he was
going to another job
Cleveland, Ohio
could provide
no
indicated no knowledge of the operation of aircrafts.
termination notice stated that he was
going to another job
Cleveland, Ohio
could provide
no additional information. 2 - Seattle 2 - Cleveland
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-11797
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Attempts to locate in Cleveland, Ohio, have been negative to date.
LEAD
CLEVELAND:
AT CLEVELAND, OHIO
Will continue attempts to locate former employers to ascertain his location on November 24,
1971.
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DB Cooper-11798FD-38 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/6/73
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Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-211%)
ATTN :
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (₽)
RE :
NORJAK
SEATTLE
Re New Suspect:
born was recently referred to the Los Angeles Division as a possible suspect in this matter as a known parachutist who had seriously
whereabouts on 11/24/71, was positively established through
:
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (₽)
RE :
NORJAK
SEATTLE
Re New Suspect:
born was recently referred to the Los Angeles Division as a possible suspect in this matter as a known parachutist who had seriously
whereabouts on 11/24/71, was positively established through payroll records at his place of employment, Burbank, California, where examination of time cards revealed he was at his employment the entire day of 11/24/71.
On 8/1/73,
an avid parachutist who
was interviewed at his residence,
Burbank, California.
studied the artist's conception and advised he believed it resembled
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a parachutist named He noted that would probably not be considered in his mid forties unless disguised and recalled him to be in his early thirties. He knew to have been familiar with the Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon areas and believed him capable of such a crime.
He knew to have been familiar with the Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon areas and believed him capable of such a crime. He advised he had last seen about two years ago in Antioch, California, at which time indicated the only specific had worked for
information he knew was that awhile at
had also been employed.
On the same date, records of was employed as
She had furnished
her prior employments as the Portland, Oregon, during 1962 and the
Auburn, Washington, from February to October 1963.
and former addresses were indicated as Van Nuys, California, and Panorama City, California.
On 8/2/73, Van Nuys, California, advised they were and
recalled
They advised about
had some type of trouble at the Air Control Center for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at Palmdale, California, and was transferred to the Santa Monica, California Airport as an air controller. He had then applied for a position in Denver, Colorado, but something happened at the last minute and he did not get the job in Denver. Sometime shortly after indicated they were moving to Seattle or Portland where it was their
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Sometime shortly after indicated they were moving to Seattle or Portland where it was their
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understanding was to work at an unknown airport. They had assumed that he was working an an air controller until receipt of a Christmas card from in December 1972, at which time
in Ashland,
Oregon. He was studying to be
A return address on the card displayed by
indicated
resided at Ashland, Oregon
advised, after viewing the artist's conception, that the eyes, nose and mouth of the artist's conception were similar to those of could note
no similarity. They described as a white male in his early thirties, 5:11", 180 pounds, dark brown hair, rugged, outdoor, well-tanned complexion, well spoken, polite, and handsome appearing. They recalled that almost the entire time they knew from mid 1970 to about April 1971, he was clean shaven; however, just prior to his departure he was noted to be growing a beard.
On 8/3/73,
Santa Monica Airport Terminal Tower, Santa Monica, California, In advised was personally knom to him.
On 8/3/73,
Santa Monica Airport Terminal Tower, Santa Monica, California, In advised was personally knom to him.
an early 1971 he was advised by his superiors that at. Palmdale, Califomia, was being
transferred to Santa Monica as a at Palmdale. confidentially
stated it was indicated to him that
but due to the manner
his superiors did not feel a hearing at this time was feasible. He stated that among allegations was the fact that
at the Air Control Center, Palmdale. Shortly after his arrival at Santa Monica, was known to be abusing the privilege of trainees wherein they were allowed to fly in the cockpits of aircraft to study traffic. On one specific
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occasion, traveled in the cockpit to Phoenix, Arizona, then called from Phoenix just prior to the time he was due on duty at Santa Monica stating he was sick. It was learned that actually
stated in Phoenix, was later transferred to Alaska, and in 1968 or 1969 was assigned
at Palmdale, California.
It was learned that actually
stated in Phoenix, was later transferred to Alaska, and in 1968 or 1969 was assigned
at Palmdale, California.
had recently
described as
At the time left due to his resignation on he indicated he was going to Oregon and just relax. Several months later (believed to be eight or nine months) in early 1972, stopped briefly at the Santa Monica Airport and indicated he was doing real well in Oregon, but no specifics were discussed. was noted at the time of this brief appearance to be wearing a light beard and recalled that just prior to his departure for Oregon in
added that
was a real
and appeared to have a real grudge against the FAA or the government in general.
On 8/6/73,
advised that
while a carrying cargos Santa Monica and
concerning the suspicion that he was involved Specifically, that on 3/24/71, at Santa Monica, two aircraft
advised that is currently assigned with the Los Angeles,
and could possibly furnish additional information concerning
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DB Cooper-11802 LA 164-497
The following description of
was furnished:
the Los Angeles,
and could possibly furnish additional information concerning
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DB Cooper-11802 LA 164-497
The following description of
was furnished:

Sex	Male
Race	White
Birth Data
Height	5'11#
Weight	185 to 195 pounds
Hair	Brown
Eyes	Brown
Complexion	Ruddy, outdoor, well-tanned
Military Service	U.S. Army,
U.S. Air Force,
serial number
Social Security
Number

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REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
The Identification Division is requested to compare available known fingerprints of with unidentified latent fingerprints in this matter.
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LEADS
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Check indices, conduct credit and criminal and other logical investigation to ascertain if should be considered a logical suspect in this matter.