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AIRTEL AIRNAIL, REGISTERED
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, DENVER (164-98)
(P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
(Bufile: 164-2111)
16-4-81-1251 Re New Haven airtel to the Pureau, dated 6/22/76. 
Enclosed for Seattle is one copy of photo from Wyoming
Driver's License for
The following investigation was conducted by SC at Cheyenne, Wyoming:
On 6/29/76, Aeronautics Commission, advised a search of their records failed to locate any aircraft registered to by name checl :.
The following investigation was conducted by SC at Cheyenne, Wyoming:
On 6/29/76, Aeronautics Commission, advised a search of their records failed to locate any aircraft registered to by name checl :.
Poat Registration
On 6/30/76, Section, Wyoming Game and Fish Department, advised a search of their 1975 and 1976 Boat Registrations failed to locate any boat registered to
Driver's License b6 b7C
On 6/30/76, Section, Wyoming Department of Motor Vehicles, advised a search of their records listed a driver's license for as follows:
Name DOB SSAN Wyoming Driver's License Number 2) - Seattle (Enc. 1) (AM, RV) 2 - Denver
164-81-7000
JUL 1 0 1976 FOI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-14655
IIR: CW (4)
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b6 b7CDN 164-98
Date of
Application Address
Teton Village, Wyoning
Height 6 1
Weight 195 pounds
Sex
Male
Eyes
Blue
Previous
License
Connecticut, issued 1973, License for passenger car and motorcycle
Driver's License for
stated he was unable to locate a Wyoming sith date of birth
On 6/30/76, Motor Vehicle Registration, Wyoming Department of Motor Vehicles, advised the only vehicle registered to is listed as follows:
1973 Ford Bronco, with 1975 Wyoming License
with 1976 Tag
VIN
On 6/30/76, Motor Vehicle Registration, Wyoming Department of Motor Vehicles, advised the only vehicle registered to is listed as follows:
1973 Ford Bronco, with 1975 Wyoming License
with 1976 Tag
VIN
Title
and address
Teton Village, Wyoming, with
zip code
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-14656
-2-OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 7/12/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Sub I
Re memo of SA
dated 5/14/76.
On 7/1/76, "Port Angeles Daily News, " Port Angeles, Washington, was apprised of the information in referenced memo.
He advised that he would be happy to participate in publishing the list of serial numbers in captioned matter and requested that he be furnished a "reproduction proof" suitable for utilization in an offset printing press to ex- pedite the printing of the numbers ..
The above-mentioned newspaper and the "Bremerton Sun" are the only two newspapers of note in the territory covered by the Bremerton RA, and both have agreed to cooperate in this program. 2 - Seattle (164-81) RVW/jh (2)
164-81-7001

SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED
2 - Seattle (164-81) RVW/jh (2)
164-81-7001

SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED auryfre ... ,FILED.
JUL 12 1970 FBI-SEATTLE
&

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5010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14657OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GLA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11,6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
164
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (186-84)
DATE:7/9/76
FROM
:
SC,
SUBJECT:
Nor jack-Suspect
On 7/9/76,
Seattle Airport Police, Tel# telephonically contacted the Seattle office stating a man fitting description of D. B. Cooper, arrived on flight from Salt Lake City on Hughes Airwest and departing on a flight to Fairbanks, Alaska, Flight #87 at 4:20pm.
Description:
Name :
Height: 5 10"
Weight:
150
Hair:
Dark
Clothing :
White shirt, open at
neck.
Undershirt, dirty grey.
Wearing large dark glasses.
Seattle Airport Police received description from Hughes Airwest ticket counter
SA
was advised 3:25pm instant date.
Seattle Airport Police received description from Hughes Airwest ticket counter
SA
was advised 3:25pm instant date.
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(2) rt
164-81-2002
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED A FILED
FBI-SEATTLE
5010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14658
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AIRTEL

TO	DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT	: NORJAK

SEATTLE
Sabo
MONTHLY SUMMARY
Re Seattle airtel to Bureau dated 6/8/76.
SUSPECTS
There are currently 827 suspects, 810 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed and appro- priate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspects are under consideration at this time ..
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Bureau (164-2111) 3
Seattle (164-81) RNN/jh (5)
DB Cooper-14659;
164-81-7003$/9/76
AIRTEL

TO	: DIRECTOR, FBI' (164-2111)
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (?
2 - Bureau (164-2111) 3
Seattle (164-81) RNN/jh (5)
DB Cooper-14659;
164-81-7003$/9/76
AIRTEL

TO	: DIRECTOR, FBI' (164-2111)
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (?)

SUBJECT
:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Subo
MONTHLY . SUMMARY
Re Seattle airtel to Bureau dated 6/8/76.
SUSPECTS
There are currently 827 suspects, 810 of whom have been eliminated .. New suspects are being developed and appro- priate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspects are under consideration at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Bureau (164-2111) 3 Seattle (164-81) RNN/jh (5).
.. DB Cooper-14660 164-8%- 2003.1 -
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA THOMAS J. MANNING
6/12/76 Lub II
NORJAK 00: Seattle
With an inservice being planned for agents handling liaison at major airports and discussion planned at this in service of several hijackings including NORJAK it is felt the following suggestion is in order at this time.
The five year statute of limitations on NORJAK will run in November, 1976. It is suggested that consideration be yiven to having one or more individuals in the Seattle Division at this time begin familiarzing
It is suggested that consideration be yiven to having one or more individuals in the Seattle Division at this time begin familiarzing themselves in a most completo way with all detai Is of this matter. Undoubtedly as the five year anniversary date approaches the Portland and Seattle Divisionas well as other Divisions and the Bureau will begin to receive detailed inquires on what is to be done to estop the statute.
When the decision is reached on what is to be released all RAs should be advised so that the appropriate answer may be given to inquires from news media.
165-5-7004
FOI-&BATTLE 1
DB Cooper-14661
(2) TJA/OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 7/13/76
FROM :
SA
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
Sub E FF
RE: SUB E - SEARCH AREA,
SUB FF ~ REWARD
Re memo of SA THOMAS J. MANNING dated 6/29/76.
On 7/9/76, attempt was made to contact
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at Seattle, Washington.
advised that he was on vacation until 7/19/76 and
she advised she would have call SA at that time.
advised that he was on vacation until 7/19/76 and
she advised she would have call SA at that time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : arm
(4)
164-81-7005
SEARCHED ............... INDEXED. SERIALIZED FILED JUL 1 3 1976 FBI - SEATTLE 2
5010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14662OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 7/13/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
Sub E FF
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RE: SUB E - SEARCH AREA, SUB FF - REWARD
Re memo of SA THOMAS J. MANNING dated 6/29/76.
On 7/9/76, attempt was made to contact
at Seattle, Washington. advised that he was on vacation until 7/19776 and she advised she would have call SA
at that time.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : arm
(4)
164-81-7005
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED 
JUL 1 3 1976 FBI - SEATTLE
J 
5010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14663OPTIONAL FORM NO.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : arm
(4)
164-81-7005
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED 
JUL 1 3 1976 FBI - SEATTLE
J 
5010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14663OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
7/14/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Bufile: 164-2111
Sub II
Rememo of SA
dated 5/14/76,
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SA
The following investigation was conducted by at Spokane, Washington:
On 7/2/76,
Spokane Daily Chronicle, a daily newspaper published at Spokane, Washington, and The Spokesman Review, a daily newspaper published at Spokane, Washington, both advised they would favorably consider publishing the ransom bill serial numbers in the D. B. COOPER case with appropriate text but would like before committing themselves to review the quantity involved and the textual matter that might be used in such a presentation.
LEAD
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Furnish Spokane Resident Agency a list of serial numbers it is intended to be published and any textual material which should accompany the serial numbers.
LEAD
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Furnish Spokane Resident Agency a list of serial numbers it is intended to be published and any textual material which should accompany the serial numbers.
5010-110
LBD/jal (2) 14
164-81-7006
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZEDFILED JUL 14 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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DB Cooper-14664WR 004 OC PLAIN 4:21PM 7-15-76 TITEL JCP
TO
DIRECTOR 164-2111
SEATTLE 164-81
NEW HAVEN 164-77 MIAMI 164-552 DE "VER JACKSONVILLE 164-109 FROM OKLAHOMA CITY 164-56 RUC NORJAK; 00: SEATTLE RE JACKSONVILLE AIRTEL JULY. 6, 1976. REVIEW OF RECORDS OF FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA, REVEALS THAT A IS A
CONNECTICUT, ZIP
OF A
WAS LAST REIGSTERED ON
OCTOBER 4, 1974.
FURTHER REVIEW OF OWNERSHIP OF AIRCRAFT RECORDS UNDER THE NAME OF WAS NEGATIVE.
IN ADDITION, REVIEW OF RECORDS AT FAA DISCLOSED THAT
DOB
WHITE MALE, BLOND
164-81-7007
J
DB Cooper-14665
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HAIR, BLUE EYES, 72 INCHES, 194 POUNDS, SSAN HAS CERTIFICATE NUMBER AND IS RATED TO FLY THE
FOLLOWING TYPE OF AIRCRAFT:
IS ALSO RATED
REVIEW OF RECORDS SHOW NO RATINGS OR PILOT'S LICENSES
FOR
NEW
PAGE TWO (OC 164-56)
HAIR, BLUE EYES, 72 INCHES, 194 POUNDS, SSAN HAS CERTIFICATE NUMBER AND IS RATED TO FLY THE
FOLLOWING TYPE OF AIRCRAFT:
IS ALSO RATED
REVIEW OF RECORDS SHOW NO RATINGS OR PILOT'S LICENSES
FOR
NEW HAVEN AT
CONNECTICUT, ; WILL LOCATE
AND INTERVIEW
CONCERNING HIS POSSIBLE
KNOWLEDGE OF CAPTIONED MATTER AND OF END
JKS FBI SE CLR TKS
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DB Cooper-146667/14/76
AIRTEL
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SẮC, MIAMI (164-552) -(RUC)
SUBJECT
NORJAK
(00: SE).
164-81-10552
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Re New Haven airtel to Dureau, 6/22/76.
Enclosed for New Haven and Seattle are two copies each of photos of b6 b7C
Eastern Airlines, Miami International Airport, checked the available personnel records in Miami, concerning Eastern pilot. He produced a company photograph taken between 12/15/72 and 1/15/72.
advised that is assigned to the b6 Kennedy Base of Eastern, and his records are maintained there. b7C
Eastern Airlines, 'b6 suggested that records be checked by contacting Kennedy Airport, or
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: in the event of his being on vacation, Eastern Airlines, La Guardia.
2 - Bureau 2 - New Haven (164-77) (Enc. 2) 7 - Seattle (Bnc.
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Eastern Airlines, 'b6 suggested that records be checked by contacting Kennedy Airport, or
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: in the event of his being on vacation, Eastern Airlines, La Guardia.
2 - Bureau 2 - New Haven (164-77) (Enc. 2) 7 - Seattle (Bnc. 2) 1 - Miami NDB : cmh (7)

SEARCHED	164-81-7008
INDEXED.
SERIALIZED. FILED
JUL 7 9.1076 FBI-SEATTLE 7

DB Cooper-14667 MM 164-552
New Haven requested to advise Seattle if it is decided to display photograph of case to witnesses in that division.
2
DB Cooper-14668OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-SE) (P)
DATE: 7/15/76
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE :
On 7/9/76, national Airport Police, phone telephonically con-
Seattle-Tacoma Inter-
tacted SA at approximately 3:55 pm and advised that there was an individual that was close in appearance to D. B. COOPER. advised that this individual had been spotted by a Hughes Airwest Ticket Agent.
RE :
On 7/9/76, national Airport Police, phone telephonically con-
Seattle-Tacoma Inter-
tacted SA at approximately 3:55 pm and advised that there was an individual that was close in appearance to D. B. COOPER. advised that this individual had been spotted by a Hughes Airwest Ticket Agent. The ticket agent advised that this individual was booked on the flight as and was scheduled to depart Seattle-Tacoma Inter- national Airport from Alaskan Airlines on Flight 87 at 4:15 pm for Fairbanks, Alaska. advised that he had previously contacted the FBI - Seattle Office, to obtain information regarding D. B. COOPER. SA advised that he would obtain descriptive data on D. B. COOPER and recontact at the terminal concourse.
At approximately 4:05 pm, SA
recontacted
and supplied with the available descriptive
advised that he was going to question
data. and let the take a closer look at this individual.
again contacted SA
at approximately
4: 35 pm and advised that he had confronted and obtained the following information from license :
UNIVER'S
. Name : Address :
Green River, Wyoming
DOB :
Weight:
Height:
175 lbs. 5'10}" Dark brown and greying
Hair:
DW TJW : arm (2) 2) arm
164-81-7009
SEARCHED .
Name : Address :
Green River, Wyoming
DOB :
Weight:
Height:
175 lbs. 5'10}" Dark brown and greying
Hair:
DW TJW : arm (2) 2) arm
164-81-7009
SEARCHED ... INDEXED, SERIALIZED ......... FILED. JUL 1 5 1976 FBI - SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14669
5010-110
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advised that had stated that he was going to Fairbanks, Alaska to look for a job and also to do some hunting and fishing. advised that did not have an olive complexion but he was dark skinned. was very calm when stopped and was very polite even though he did not know why he was stopped initially. was dressed in
bluish plaid pants, white dress shirt and had a light blue nylon jacket. advised that the ticket agent's name is (phonetic) and had seen an artist conception drawing of
D. B. COOPER in the newspaper recently.
was present believed that when was stopped by
knows
was still a good possible for D. B. COOPER. and considers him to be quite stable.
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DB Cooper-14670
2 MAY HEM EDIT .
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DB Cooper-14670
2 MAY HEM EDIT .. GSK FPMR (41 Cr. , -11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandu.2
-
TO
: SAC SEATTLE
164-81
FROM : SA
DATE:
7-12-76
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SUBJECT:
XORJAK
00 Seattle
Re Memo SA Manning, dated 6-22-76
On 7-8-76 Washington and was employed
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interviewed. She indicated she at the Thriftway store in Wash- ougal, Washington during 1971. She said shenas so employed at the time of the NORTAK incident and felt that a follow
b7C omolovee, might be considered as a possible sus- pect. She said he fit the general description and had been a former paratrooper in WWII. She pointed out he made a state- ment
She said he was at work the following day after Thanksgiving but did not mention anything about being richer. She stated he formerly lived in the Battleground, Washington area and she has no idea where he might be at the present time .
viewed the sketchesof the UNSUB in the NORJAK case and stated therewas a slightresemblance.
She stated he formerly lived in the Battleground, Washington area and she has no idea where he might be at the present time .
viewed the sketchesof the UNSUB in the NORJAK case and stated therewas a slightresemblance.
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Thriftway Stores in Washougal
and Orch ards, Washington stat ed he recalled as a former employee. ile said hewas unable to locate his application and probably it has since been destroyed. He viewed the sketches in the NORJAK file and stated in his opinion did not look like the UNSUB. He said he recalled
lie. stated in his opinion was about 5'8, 140 pounds and considered a small person. He said his face was fuller than the sketches indicate.
In viewof the opinions that in this matter, no further inquiry about considered at this time.
did not resemble UNSUB is being rad
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164-81-7010
FRIMINATE
JUL. 1313
:
D
0010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB:Cooper-14671CANONAL FORNI .... MAY 12 EDITION CSA FPMR (+) CF ... ..- 12.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC SEATTLE
164-81
SA
FROM :
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 Seattle
Re Memo SA Manning, dated 6-22-76
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On 7-8-76 Washington and interviewed.
5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC SEATTLE
164-81
SA
FROM :
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 Seattle
Re Memo SA Manning, dated 6-22-76
b7C was employed
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On 7-8-76 Washington and interviewed. She indicated she at the Thriftway store in Wash- ougal, Washington during 1971. She said shewas so employed at the time of the NORJAK incident and felt that a fellow emoloves, might be considered as a possible sus- Dect. She said he fit the general description and had been a former paratrooper in WWII. She pointed out he made a state- ment that
She said he was at work the following day after Thanksgiving but did not mention anything about being richer. She stated he formerly lived in the Battleground, Washington area and she has no idea where he might be at the present time .
viewed the sketchesof the UNSUB in the NORJAK case and stated therewas a slightresemblance.
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Thriftway Stores in Washougal
and Orch ards, Washington stat ed he recalled as a former employee. lle said hewas unable to locate his application and probably it has since been destroyed. Ile viewed the sketches in the NORJAK file and stated in his opinion lid not
look like the UNSUB.
lle said hewas unable to locate his application and probably it has since been destroyed. Ile viewed the sketches in the NORJAK file and stated in his opinion lid not
look like the UNSUB. He said he recalled
lle. stated in his opinion was about 5'8, 140 pounds and considered a small person. Ile said his face was fuller than the sketches indicate. did not resemble UNSUB b6 is being b7C
In viewof the opinions that in this matter, no further inquiry about considered at this time.
rad
FORMARTE
164-81-2010
JU ..
:
N
0010-103
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14672
DATE:
7-12-76
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7/14/76
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE Bufile: : 164-2111
Sub- 825
Re :
-WILLIAM BUCKLIN LEWIS, aka
Bill Lewis, Bill Louis
Sub #825
Re .San Francisco phone call to Seattle, 6/1/76.
on 6/21/76,
For the information of the San Francisco Division, Washington State Peni- b6
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tentiary, Walla Walla, Washington, advised that inmate WILLIAM B. LEWIS, Inmate #247886, was arrested on 12/28/72 on several counts of Grand Larceny from Kitsap County , Wash- ington.
LEWIS, Inmate #247886, was arrested on 12/28/72 on several counts of Grand Larceny from Kitsap County , Wash- ington. . On: 3/2/73, LEWIS was given two: 15 year sentences on the above. charges.
The following is a description of LEWIS as obtained from prison records:
. Name WILLIAM BUCKLIN LEWIS
Sex
Male
Race Caucasian
Date of Birth
7/29/18
Height
5'5"
Hair
Black
Eyes
Green
weidt
162 pounds
FBI Number
20 321 G
SSAN
533-05-9132
In view of the apparent discrepancy of age and height between WILLIAM BUCKLIN. LEWIS and . UNSUB in this matter, no further investigation will be conducted concerning LEWIS. at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
3 2 - San Francisco
Seattle RAIN/tcs .. (5)
DB Cooper-14673
164-81-7011SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) 7/14/76
SAC, SEATTLE (164:81) (P)
NORJAK 00 : SEATTLE Bufile: : 164-2111
Re :
WILLIAM BUCKLIN LEWIS, aka
Bill Lewis, Bill Louis
Sub #825
Sub- 825
Re San Francisco phone call to Seattle, 6/1/76.
on 6/21/76,
For the information of the San Francisco Division, Washington State Peni- b6
tentiary, Walla Walla, Washington, advised that inmate WILLIAM B.
on 6/21/76,
For the information of the San Francisco Division, Washington State Peni- b6
tentiary, Walla Walla, Washington, advised that inmate WILLIAM B. LEWIS, Inmate #247886, was arrested on 12/28/72 on several counts of Grand Larceny from Kitsap County , Wash- ington. On 3/2/73, LEWIS was given two 15 year sentences on the above charges.
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The following is a description of LEWIS as obtained from prison records:

Name	WILLIAM BUCKLIN	LEWIS
Sex	Male
Race	Caucasian
Date of Birth	7/29/18
Height	5'5"
Hair	Black
Eyes	Green
Weigt	162 pounds
FBI Number	20 321 G
SSAN	533-05-9132

In view of the apparent discrepancy of age and height between WILLIAM BUCKLIN LEWIS and UNSUB in this matter, no further investigation will be conducted concerning LEWIS at this
533-05-9132

In view of the apparent discrepancy of age and height between WILLIAM BUCKLIN LEWIS and UNSUB in this matter, no further investigation will be conducted concerning LEWIS at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - San Francisco 3 - Seattle RNN/tCs J.
Eliminate (5)
DB Cooper-14674 164-81-7011

SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)
SAC, HOUSTON	(164-118) (RUC)

7/13/76
KORJAK
00: SEATTLE
164-81-12533
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Endosed for Seattle are four poses of and one copy of National Inquirer look-alike picture. It should be noted these photographs were not sent earlier as they were just obtained from the La Porte, Texas Police Department.
On 6/10/76, officers, La Porte, Texas Police Depart- ment, received information concerning a look-alike with the artist conception of subject displayed in the National Inquirer dated 11/25/75.
On 6/10/76, a was interviewed at the Harris County Precinct 2 Ferry Office on the Houston Ship Channel and advised that during the period of the instant hijacking, he was working up in the Washington or Oregon area but he could not recollect exactly where.
2 Ferry Office on the Houston Ship Channel and advised that during the period of the instant hijacking, he was working up in the Washington or Oregon area but he could not recollect exactly where. advised that as best he could remember, he was either just going on an intracoastal ship or had just come off of one and remembers reading about the case in the papers and could not figure out how anyone could get away with something like that.
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was extremely cooperative and volunteered to take a lie detector test and to be photographed for elimination purposes concerning his similarity to the artist conception described above, The following description was obtained through observation and interview:
Name
Race
White Male
Sex
Date of birth
Place of birth Height
5'5" 135-140 pounds
Weight
(2 - Seattle (Encl. 5) 1 - Houston
M/ skd (3)
164-81-7012
Z
DB Cooper-14675b6 b7c
HO 164-118
Hair Eyes Build Scars
Gray (Light moustache) Brown Medium
Drivers license # SSAN Z # Arrests
Tintas expires
Seattle, Washington,
King County So,
Possibly Scattle PD
Marital status
Residence
Texas
Education
8th grade
Military service Current employment
Harris County Precinct #2 Ferry Boat Terminal
expires
Seattle, Washington,
King County So,
Possibly Scattle PD
Marital status
Residence
Texas
Education
8th grade
Military service Current employment
Harris County Precinct #2 Ferry Boat Terminal at San Jacinto Monument
After a lengthy discussion with this individual, it appears highly unlikely that he is the subject and further leads concerning this are being loft to the discretion of the Office of Origin.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-14676 7/13/76
AIRTEL AIRMAIL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Sub. II
FROM :
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) .. (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: : SEATTLE
Re Seattle Airtel to the Bureau dated 6/7/76.
For information of Seattle.
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Northwest Airlines (NHAL), Inc., was recontacted on 6/14/76 regarding the proposals mentioned in referenced Airtel. As a result, again conferred with the President of NWAL and they again reiterated that they are strongly opposed to the FBI contacting. their insurance company. Additionally, advised that he does not feel the insurance company's interests are completely in line with those of NWAL. reluctantly advised that he did not wish to reveal the names of the insurance company officials handling this matter and again
reluctantly advised that he did not wish to reveal the names of the insurance company officials handling this matter and again stated that NWAL is concerned with the results that may occur with any additional publicity regarding the hijacking.
stated that it was NWAL's contention that the reward proposals which were publicized previously were no longer in effect .. stated that the Northwest Employee who was most involved in the reward proposal has retired and it was position that the reward had simply died out. did not rule out the possibility that should some new information concerning: a subject or suspect in this case come up, he would consider a reward payment.
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Minneapolis has attempted to convince NWAL officials of the importance and urgency of this program but NWAL officials remain firm in their opposition to any further publicity.
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attempted to convince NWAL officials of the importance and urgency of this program but NWAL officials remain firm in their opposition to any further publicity.
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- 2 -OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC SEATTLE 164-81
DATE:
7-19-76
SA
FROM
:
Sub II
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
Bufile 164-2111
Re: Memo SA
dated 5-14-76
The Columbian,
local newspaper, Vancouver, washington was furnished the request from referenced memo and was furnished a list of the serial numbers in this matter.
On 7-16-76 he indicated he felt the paper would do everything possible to cooperate in this request and stated he would have to consult with the printers in this matter to determine what if any problems might be present. He said they might consider running a list of some of the numbers on consective dates and thereafter complete the list during a weeks publication.
stated in the event the Bureau had any suggestions as to other newspaper companies doing this same service and if a particular methodmas initiated, he would asked that his office be contacted to utilize the same method if better than that they might select.
had any suggestions as to other newspaper companies doing this same service and if a particular methodmas initiated, he would asked that his office be contacted to utilize the same method if better than that they might select.
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DB Cooper-146797/16/76
AIRTEL
TO
: DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM
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SAC, CHICAGO (164-297) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Seattle airtel to the Bureau, dated $/24/76. 164-81-6953
On 7/9/76,
United Airlines (UAL), Executive Offices, Elk Grove Village, Illinois, advised that he has never heard of the rumor mentioned in referenced airtel nor has he ever heard of any UAL official attempting to squelch rumors or withhold information pertaining to captioned care. added that to his knowledge, UAL has always been cooperative regarding investigation of captioned case,
It has been Chicago's experience that UAL officials and employees have always been cooperative in this and other investigations.
2 - Bureau
3 - Seattle (164-81) 1 Chicago JJL/ jmp (5)
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Chicago's experience that UAL officials and employees have always been cooperative in this and other investigations.
2 - Bureau
3 - Seattle (164-81) 1 Chicago JJL/ jmp (5)
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7/14/76
AIRTEL

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)
FROM:	SAC, ATLANTA	(164-254) (P)
NORJAK

On 7/6/76, Marietta, Georgia, advised SA he had who could possibly furnish confidential information as to the identity of the UNSUB in this case. He stated desired information as to the confidentiality of any information furnished, information relating to any rewards being offered, as well as background information pertaining to the hijacking.
On 7/12/76, was contacted by SA He declined to reveal the identity of
based on request. He also declined resides.
to reveal in what area of the country He sid knows an individual whom he feels is capable of having committed the hijacking in this matter but is fearful of causing an investigation to be launched against a person who may be completely innocent.
knows an individual whom he feels is capable of having committed the hijacking in this matter but is fearful of causing an investigation to be launched against a person who may be completely innocent. He said it is for this reason desires background information in this matter, including any drawings of the hijacker.
On 7/14/76, SA furnished with the two color artist's conceptions of the UNSUB. In addition, was furnished a summary of the hijacking, including a complete description of the UNSUB. 2 )- Seattle 2 - Atlanta JCG:pjg (4)
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was advised the president of Northwest Orient Airlines had previously offered a finder's fee of $25,000 total reward or 15% of any portion of the recovered ransom money. He was also advised that "The Seattle Post-Intelligencer" newspaper had offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the UNSUB.
indicated he would forward the information furnished to him to by mail.
He stated he anticipated a reply from during the week of July 19, 1976, as to whether the artist's composite drawing of the UNSUB resembles the persm whom
He stated he anticipated a reply from during the week of July 19, 1976, as to whether the artist's composite drawing of the UNSUB resembles the persm whom thinks could have committed the hijacking. requested that the information relating to the reward be updated so that he would be able to furnish this information to in the event indicates he believes the artist's composite drawing does, in fact, resemble the person believes
could have committed the crime.
LEADS :
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASH.
Immediately advise Atlanta of any reward now being offered in this case. If the $25,000 reward previously offered by Northwest Airlines is still being offered advise if this reward is a fixed reward and, therefore, has m contingencies. Specifically, determine if this reward is contingent upon the recovery of any ransomed money. It is assumed this reward would certainly be contingent upon the arrest and conviction of the hijacker as is the reward offered by the "Seattle Post-Intelligencer".
Also advise if the $5,000 reward previously offered by "The Seattle Post-Intelligencer" newspaper is still in effect.
Also advise if the $5,000 reward previously offered by "The Seattle Post-Intelligencer" newspaper is still in effect.
In addition, advise of any other rewards being offered in this matter.
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ATLANTA
AT MARIETTA, GA.
Will recontact in this matter after he has received a reply from
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
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DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)	7/16/76
(ATTN: IDENTIFICATION DIVISION)
CAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
ITORJAK	Katie
(co: Seattlo)

On 7/10/76, an individual who identified hinself as telephonically contacted the Portland Office, advising that he believed that D. B. CCOPLII was identical to on individual known to hin as MARION NOCHLY, who resided at Route 1, Box 140, Jasper Road, Springfield, Cregon.
At that time,
stated that
but since his house is bugged and he has had his telephone removed for several years because it was bugged, he could only meet with Agents in Eugene,
At that time,
stated that
but since his house is bugged and he has had his telephone removed for several years because it was bugged, he could only meet with Agents in Eugene, Oregon. Ile stated that contact with him can be arranged through the personnel of the bus concession stand in the Lugeno Ball. le stated he was calling from this concession stand at that time.
made no further remarks as to why he considers NCORBY identical to the unknown subject known as D. B. COOPER.
On the morning of 7/14/76, an individual identifying
himself as who resided at Cpringfield, Oregon, personally appeared at the Lugene Resident Agency and advised that an individual Inom as KARTON KOCHINY, who lives on the only other property where is very similar in appearance to the individual who hijacked a plane in Seattle, Washington, in 1971, using the name of D. B. CCGPUR. stated that NOONEY told hin that he had been a paratrooper in the Army.
further stated that he had seen photographs of the artist conception of the individual known as D. B. COOPER, and he believed that HARIOT LCONLY is very similar in appearance to this individual.
further stated that he had seen photographs of the artist conception of the individual known as D. B. COOPER, and he believed that HARIOT LCONLY is very similar in appearance to this individual. He described NARIGT ICONLY as being a white male adult, approximately 60 years old, 6' tall, 175 pounds, muscular build, gray hair.
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furthor stated that he did not know what type of occupation KOONLY had been involved in in the past, and he believes at the present time LOONEY is retired. He stated that ModlitY owns the property and supposedly owns additional property in the area. stated that LCONLY uses various airlines in traveling to different locations around the West Coast and is familiar with the various airlines and their flight patterns.
could provide no additional information regarding MARION KOOMLY and could provido no additional information which would indicato that MARIO NCOMWY vos identical with D.
could provide no additional information regarding MARION KOOMLY and could provido no additional information which would indicato that MARIO NCOMWY vos identical with D. B. COOPER.
Cn 7/15/76, the records of the Arca Information Records System (AIRS), the computerized record keeping system for all law enforcement agencies in Lano County, Oregon, were examined and revealed that MARION HENRY ROONEY, with a date of birth of November 15, 1913, height 6', weight 175, hair gray, eyes blue, address Route 1, Box 140, Springfield, Cregon, was cited by the Springfield Police Department on November 19, 1975, for violation of the basie rule/radar. Ile was again cited by the Lano County Choriff's Offico on 5/24/76, for violation of the basic rule/radar.
On 7/16/76, the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles, Salem, Oregon, advised via State Teletype that MARION HEHRY NOOITEY, Route 1, Box 140, Springfield, Oregon, was issued Oregon license 140300 on 11/14/75. He is described as 61, 175 pounds, DOB 11/15/13.
REQUEST OF THE IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
The Identification Division is requested to compare the known fingerprints of MARION HENRY KCONLY, DOB 11/15/13, if
REQUEST OF THE IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
The Identification Division is requested to compare the known fingerprints of MARION HENRY KCONLY, DOB 11/15/13, if available, with the latent fingerprints previously submitted in this case to determine if any are identical to those of INCOMEY.
LEADS
FORTLAUD
AT SPRINGFIELD, OREGON. Vill interview MARION HEURY ICONEY at Route 1, Box 140, in an effort to determine if he is identical to the unknown subject mnom as D. B. COOPER.
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FBI
Date:
: July 14, 1976
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
(Precedence)
TO:
SAG, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, NEW ORLEANS (164-136) - P - NORJAK 00: Seattle Bufile: 164-2111
On 7/13/76, Alexandria, Louisiana, telephone who advised he is employed at Pineville-Kraft, Pineville, Louisiana, telephone 318/445-8241, furnished the following information to SA In 1971, when the artist conception was published of the unknown subject using the name D. B. COOPER in captioned sky-jacking, he had been struck by a strong resem- blance the subject had with a classmate of his at Officer Candidate School,
COOPER in captioned sky-jacking, he had been struck by a strong resem- blance the subject had with a classmate of his at Officer Candidate School, Fort Benning, Georgia, in He identified this fellow officer as a white male, age 46-49 years, who, according to notes he has on the officer candidate class, lived in North Fairfield, Ohio. He knows that definitely graduated with the class in was commissioned and may have attended
paratrooper school following graduation. did attend paratrooper school at that time, but has no notes or independent personal recollection that also attended paratrooper school. He was not a close friend of and had no other word, that he can recall, about his later activities. He has no notes showing serial number or other identifying information. 2 - Seattle 2 - Cincinnati 2 - WFO 2 - New Orleans JAP/mjb (8)
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GPO : 1975 Q - 590-992 DB Cooper-14686
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He dismissed the idea of possibly being D.
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He dismissed the idea of possibly being D. B. COOPER, but in the last few days, he happened to take out his personal records, again found the artist conception, and took the time to compare the artist conception with the photograph he has of His opinion is that there is a "remarkable resemblance" between the two even though he is aware his photograph was taken about twenty years before the event in captioned case.
He is aware of one other member of his officer candidate class, and this man is who lives at , U. S. Army. According to Alexandria, plans to retire from the Army in the very near future and settle in the Shreveport, Louisiana, area.
LEADS:
. SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Advise New Orleans if the photograph of is desired at this time as well as any further efforts to locate and interview
CINCINNATI
AT FAIRFIELD, OHIO. Attempt to further identify determine his location, and a more recent photograph for display to witnesses.
Attempt to further identify determine his location, and a more recent photograph for display to witnesses. If possible, attempt to eliminate him as a suspect. If this cannot be done, his social security number and date of birth should be ascertained so that he can be located through current rolls of the Army or from personnel records maintained at St. Louis.
WFO
AT WASHINGTON. D.C. Through U. S. Army sources, attempt to identify and determine if he is currently on active duty, where he is located, and obtain a recent photograph of him for display to witnesses.
NEW ORLEANS
AT ALEXANDRIA, LOUISIANA. Will obtain photograph
of
from and direct copies of same to those offices prescribed by Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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2 ** SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80)
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ASAC, ALBANY (164-47) (RUC)
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Re Albany airtel to Seattle, 6/29/76.
Enclosed for Kansas City are one copy of Detroit letter to New York, 26/76; one copy of FD-302 with , 6/7/76, at Albany and one copy of photo of as shown in The New
Enclosed for Kansas City are one copy of Detroit letter to New York, 26/76; one copy of FD-302 with , 6/7/76, at Albany and one copy of photo of as shown in The New York State Credit Union League publicatin.
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was determined that this home is now vacant and for sale.
next door neighbor who had moved about two weeks Inquiry was made of advised that the ago leaving a forwarding address of. Liberty, Missouri; Neighbor advised to be in his. early forties, originally from Illinois or Iowa and had lived "all over the world."
On 7/8/76, an attempt was made to obtain more descriptive data on through the New York State computerized-driver's license records with negative results. It appears that he does not hold a New York State operator's license even though he has resided in New York since January, 1973.
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KANSAS CITY
AT LIBERTY; MISSOURI
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Locate and interview as suggested on Cover Page. C. . of report dated 5/30/73, at: Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
'DB Cooper-14689
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO:
SAC, CLEVELAND . (164-88)
FROM: SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Minneapolis Teletype to Cleveland datod 6/7/76 and Cleveland Nitel to Minneapolis dated 6/9/76. 14-81-1963491971
For the information of Cleveland.
HOTELWest Airlines (NWAL) , Inc., St. Paul, Minnesota, advised on 7/1/76 that the collect telephone call mentioned in referenced teletypes was received at NWAL at 3:43 D.N. on 6/3/76. This call originated from telephone
this. This telephone number is listed
to Chio.
LEAD
CLEVELAND
AT MASSILLON, CHIO
Will contact and interview regarding any information he has as to the identification of D. B. COOPER.
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Date:
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Via AIRTEL AIR MAIL
(Preerdence)

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	ADIC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK
00: Seattle
Bufile: 164-2111

RE:
Re Seattle letter to Los Angeles dated 6/10/76, Los Angeles airtel to New Orleans 6/25/76, and New Orleans airtel to Los Angeles, 7/6/76. 164-81-19554
Enclosed for Seattle per request of referenced latter dated 6/10/76, are three photographs of Two of the photographs depict in New Orleans, Louisiana, on 12/3/71, about ten days after the hijacking 1. this matter.
On 7/16/76, Long Beach, California, advised that he is currently
He stated that maintains contact with of Long Beach and through
On 7/16/76, Long Beach, California, advised that he is currently
He stated that maintains contact with of Long Beach and through this contact he hears some information concerning
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advised that
has told
that
He stated he knows
just barely gets by financially, and there is no indication that she has access to any money.
expressed his complete willingness to cooperate with the FBI in this matter and stated he would remain alert to any information which would indicate should be considered a suspect. He stated he would immediately notify the Los Angeles Office of any information coming to his attention through
It is noted that several attempts to interview in 1971 at Long Beach were met with a very uncooperative attitude. In view of this attitude and willingness to cooperate, no attempt is being made to interview at this time.
In view of this attitude and willingness to cooperate, no attempt is being made to interview at this time.
It is suggested the enclosed photographs of be utilized by the Seattle Division to evaluate as a possible suspect.
The setting forth of additional leads will be left to the discretion of Seattle. it being noted that WAS whice apparently female in Birmingham, Alabama, during October and early November 1971, and was in Birmingham prior to Thanksgiving Day 1971, "maybe as much as two weeks prior to Thanksgiving." He aso reportedly Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on 11/29/71.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
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AIRTEL
TO :.
DIRECTOR, FBI .(164-2111)
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SUBJECT:
MORJAK
00:
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Re:
WH airtels to Buroau, 6/22 and 6/25/76.
HI airtel to Bureau, 7/14/76.
Enclosed for New York is one copy each of reairtels.
Enclosures contain background information
regarding
· who has been named. as
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Enclosures contain background information
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· who has been named. as
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It is being left to the discretion of Seattle to have photo shown to appropriate witnesses.
LEAD:
NEW YORK
At Queens, New York
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ENLA, JFK Airport, or in his- absence, La Guardia Airport, obtain description and information regarding work record, salary, and other background information which would tend to eliminate him or develop him as a suspect in this case, It would 
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be most useful if his work schedule for 11/24/71 could be reviewed, to determine if he was working on 11/24/71.
THE STATUTE LIMITATIONS SHOULD EXPIRE 11/24/76, THEREFORE INVESTIGATION SHOULD BE EXPEDITED.
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SUBJECT :
(CO:30)
REFERENCE:
Seattle sfrtel to Not Orleans dated 7/34/73.
WFO copies of referenced communication are forwarded as lead is within investigative jurisdiction of addressee office.
(
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ALEXANDRIA (Enc.) (2)
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( ) KANSAS CITY (Enc. )
(.) ( ) CLEVELAND (Enc. )
(CO) (INFO) ( )
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DB. Cooper-14695 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1073 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOV
NMENT
Memorandum
TO
2
ALL AGENTS (#77)
DATE: 7/22/76
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00:
6 UNITED STATES GOV
NMENT
Memorandum
TO
2
ALL AGENTS (#77)
DATE: 7/22/76
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE (BUfile 164-2111)
Sab II ii Sub QG.
Enclosed are four (4) artist's composites, 2 black and white and 2 color, depicting the NORJAK unsub with and without glasses. Also enclosed is one copy of a flyer dated 5/11/76 describing information previously handed to hunters in the Northwest to aid in their identification of any evi- dentiary items that might be found during the hunting season and a confidential list of investigative steps to process NORJAK suspects.
THE CRIME
On 11/24/71, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient flight 305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 P. M., while the flight was enroute to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his brief case contained a bomb, which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, North- west Orient Airlines complied with his
demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, North- west Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he de- sired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that
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the plane proceed in a southerly direction and fly at a low altitude and slow speed, which would enable the rear door of the plane to be opened during the flight.
The hijacker apparently bailed out somewhere between Seattle, Washington, and Reno, Nevada, where the plane landed to refuel. It was determined the hijacker, two parachutes and the ransom money had disappeared when the plane was inspected at Reno, Nevada.
It was determined the hijacker, two parachutes and the ransom money had disappeared when the plane was inspected at Reno, Nevada.
Artist's conception drawings of the aircraft hijacker were prepared by the FBI Exhibit Section and are considered a reasonable likeness. The black and white composite was pre- pared initially and sometime later, the color composite was prepared to depict the hijacker's complexion and age more graphically.
The hijacker is described as follows:

Race :	White
Sex:	Male
Age :	Mid-40's
Height:	5'10" to 6'
Weight:	170 to 180 lbs.
Complexion :	Olive, latin appearance, medium smooth.
Hair:	Dark brown or black, parted on the left, combed back. .
Eyes :	Possibly brown; during the latter part of flight, the hijacker put on dark, wrap- around sunglasses with dark
rims.
The hijacker is described as follows:

Race :	White
Sex:	Male
Age :	Mid-40's
Height:	5'10" to 6'
Weight:	170 to 180 lbs.
Complexion :	Olive, latin appearance, medium smooth.
Hair:	Dark brown or black, parted on the left, combed back. .
Eyes :	Possibly brown; during the latter part of flight, the hijacker put on dark, wrap- around sunglasses with dark
rims.
Voice:	Low, spoke intelligently, no particular accent.
Characteristics:	Smoked Raliegh filter-type cigarettes.
Wearing apparel:	Black or brown suit; narrow black tie (clip-on type) ; black rain-type overcoat or
dark topcoat; dark briefcase or attache case; carried a paper bag 4 by 12 by 14 inches; brown shoes.

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Remarks : Very polite at all times
The above information
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Remarks : Very polite at all times
The above information is being provided each Agent so that any NORJAK leads they may have will be expeditiously handled. All Agents are requested to contact logical infor- mants, sources and other law enforcement agencies regarding this matter. Only positive information should be furnished to the writer.
As you know, the five-year normal statute of limita- tions period expires on 11/24/76. If any Agent receives a question as to whether or not the statute of limitations expires, he should refer the question to the United States Attorney's Office, whose responsibility it is to make such decisions.
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Seattle, Washington May 11, .1976
Dear Sir:
On November 24, 1971, a man parachuted into the below described area with $200,000 in twenty dollar bills. If, while camping or hunting, you should discover any evi- dence concerning this skyjacking please contact
If, while camping or hunting, you should discover any evi- dence concerning this skyjacking please contact the nearest FBI Office.
AREA INVOLVED:
Bounded on the west by US-5, on the south by the Columbia River, on the north by the Kalama River, and on the east by the Skamania-Clark County line.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR:
1) The remains of a man, possibly dead for 5 years.
2) The remnants of a parachute, harness or parachute shroud lines.
3) 10,000 twenty dollar bills wrapped in a parachute canopy, all serial numbers are known and can be identified.
4) Deteriorated raincoat or overcoat.
5) Small briefcase or attache case.
REWARD :
$25,000 total or 15% of any lesser portion of the ransom money that is returned has been offered by Northwest Orient Airlines.
If any information concerning this matter is discovered, it should be reported to the FBI Office at Seattle, Washington, area code 206, telephone MA2-0460 collect, or to the nearest FBI Office, which can be found by checking the front of your telephone directory.
concerning this matter is discovered, it should be reported to the FBI Office at Seattle, Washington, area code 206, telephone MA2-0460 collect, or to the nearest FBI Office, which can be found by checking the front of your telephone directory.
Very truly yours, John M Real John M. Reed Special Agent in Charge
DB Cooper-14699OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
DATE: 7/22/76
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Sub II GG
Enclosed for the Bureau are one copy of a Seattle memorandum of SA with enclosures. b6 b7C
The enclosed memorandum and its enclosures were disseminated to personnel in the Seattle Division in order that all Agents would be in a position to cover any leads concerning this matter and, in addition, to aid them in answering questions concerning this matter, which will surely come up as the five-year anniversary of captioned crime draws near.
Due to the voluminous nature of this case, a report was not prepared in that it was determined that the use of a memorandum would facilitate getting the appropriate information to the Agent personnel in Seattle.
Due to the voluminous nature of this case, a report was not prepared in that it was determined that the use of a memorandum would facilitate getting the appropriate information to the Agent personnel in Seattle.
It is felt this will satisfy the inspection require- ment requesting a summary report for internal use be prepared during the Seattle inspection of May 10 through 24, 1976 ..
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Bureau (164-2111) (Encl 1)
3 - Seattle (164-81)
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5010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14703OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1073 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 7/27/76
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
Sub II
Re memo of SA
dated 5/14/76.
Tacoma News Tribune
On 6/22/76, Tacoma, Washington, was apprised of the information regarding . this agencies interest to determine if major newspapers in the Tacoma vicinity, would participate in a publicity venture by printing either on a weekly or daily basis a list of ransom bill numbers pertaining to captioned matter.
to determine if major newspapers in the Tacoma vicinity, would participate in a publicity venture by printing either on a weekly or daily basis a list of ransom bill numbers pertaining to captioned matter.
stated in discussing with his city editor and learning that their were 10,000 $20 bills involved, stated that the editor displayed no interest in publishing the serial numbers of these $20 bills due to the large volume of serial numbers involved.
The Tacoma News Tribune is the only major newspaper in the Pierce County area.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 2 Seattle (164-81) RRB : deh (2)
164-81-7025
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-14704
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TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (RUC)
TORJAK; 00: SEATTLE,
FOR THE INFORMATION OF PORTLAND,
NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA,
PROVIDED THIS OFFICE WITH A COPY OF A LETTER WHICH WAS SENT TO NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES FROM OREGON, TELEPHONE NUMBER THE LETTER DATED JULY 22, 1976, REQUESTED
MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (RUC)
TORJAK; 00: SEATTLE,
FOR THE INFORMATION OF PORTLAND,
NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA,
PROVIDED THIS OFFICE WITH A COPY OF A LETTER WHICH WAS SENT TO NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES FROM OREGON, TELEPHONE NUMBER THE LETTER DATED JULY 22, 1976, REQUESTED INFORMATION IF A REWARD WAS STILL AVAILABLE SHOULD THE HIJACKER OF NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305 OF NOVEMBER 24, 1971, BE LOCATED. ALSO INDICATES IN THIS
LETTER THAT HE IS IN POSSESSION OF INFORMATION REGARDING THE IDENTITY OF THE HIJACKER BUT HE WISHED TO PURSUE THIS MATTER WITH GREAT CAUTION AND WANTED TO KNOW THE STATUS OF THE REWARD BEFORE
HE DID ANYTHING FURTHER. RESPONDED TO LETTER ON JULY 27, 1976, AND ADVISED THAT HE WAS OFFERED A REWARD OF $25,000 FOR THE ARREST AND CONVICTION OF THE HIJACKER,
ALSO TOLD HIM THE REWARD WOULD REMAIN VALID THROUGH
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OREGON, WILL CONTACT TO DETERMINE ATY INFORMATION HE HAS REGARDING WORJAK.
IO THIS LETTER TO CONTACT THE FBI IN SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, WITH ANY INFORMATION HE HAS + PORTLAND AT
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OREGON, WILL CONTACT TO DETERMINE ATY INFORMATION HE HAS REGARDING WORJAK.
END.
MADE IT JKS FBI SE CLR TKS
DB Cooper-14706 7/28/76
AIRTEL
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, NEW ORLEANS (164-136) (RUC)
NORJAK
00: Seattle
BUFILE:
164-2111
Re New Orleans airtel to Seattle, copies for Cincinnati and WFO, 7/14/76.
Enclosed for Seattle arethe following: / 11.4-11-18537
Three copies of photo of as shown in b6 b7C Three copies of handwriting sample of -16-4-21-12056 I b6 b7C
from
New Orleans is returning the ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2) - Seattle (Enc. 6) 1 - Cincinnati (Info) 1 - WFO (Info) 1 - New Orleans
JAP : ebc (5)
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7
DB Cooper-147137/27/76
AIRTEL
TO
SAC, CLEVELAND
FROM
SAC, CINCINNATI (164-55) (RUC)
SUBJECT NORJAK 00:SE BUPILE: 164-2111 Re NO airtel to SE, 7/14/76. Enclosed for Cleveland are 2 copies of the referenced airtel.
On 7/23/76, review of the Hamilton-Fairfield, Ohio City Directories failed to reveal any present or past listings for one who was believed to have an address North Fairfield, Chio,
On 7/23/76, review of the Hamilton-Fairfield, Ohio City Directories failed to reveal any present or past listings for one who was believed to have an address North Fairfield, Chio, during the year
On 7/23/76, Credit Bureau of Hamilton, Ohio, (which handles the Fairfield, Ohio area), advised she could find no information in her files which would be identical to white male, 46 to 49 . years of age.
It should be noted that the address given in . referenced airtel is North Fairfield, Ohio. North Fairfield, Ohio, is located in Huron County, with this county being covered by the Cleveland Division.
LEADS :
CLEVELAND
2-Cleveland (Enc. 2)! 1-New Orleans (164-136) (Info) 2D-Seattle (164-81) (Info) I-WFO (Info) 1-Cincinnati
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PETRON w/ sus hivEn P'S 164-81-7029
SEARCHED
DB Cooper-14714
INDEXEN SERIALIZED_A FILEP: La JUL 34 476
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AT NORTH FAIRFIELD, OHIO (HURON COUNTY)
Will conduct investigation as set out in referenced and enclosed airtel for Cincinnati Division, Fairfield, Ohio.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-14715SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
7/28/76 SAC, CINCINNATI (164-55) * Ruc
NORJAK (00:SE)
Sub J
On July 20, 1976, an
DB Cooper-14715SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
7/28/76 SAC, CINCINNATI (164-55) * Ruc
NORJAK (00:SE)
Sub J
On July 20, 1976, an anonymous call was received at the Columbus, Ohio Resident Agency from a female caller who sounded rational to the recipient. She stated, "I have known the resident of for over two years and he is D. B. Cooper.
The
caller would furnish no further information and terminated the call.
On July 21, 1976, the residence at was observed to be an older residential structure in the area of Ohio State University (OSU). The residence has
was interviewed and he advised that he does not know the but stated that the
advised that he has lived at for approximately five years and has known for the past three to four years.
inasmuch as in his
He stated that he hears him all night long apartment. He described as 6', slender, wears horn rimmed glasses, brown eyes, blond hair, and continuously. 
who also resides in this building, was interviewed. is a white male, 5'9", 180 pounds, born who has resided at for approximately three weeks.
who also resides in this building, was interviewed. is a white male, 5'9", 180 pounds, born who has resided at for approximately three weeks.
was observed to appear in his 60s, and had gray receding hair. He stated that he does not know the occupant of but described the occupant as a white male, age 30s, 6', and
2-Seattle 2-Cincinnati
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164-81-7030
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DB Cooper-14716
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was interviewed at
would not let
interviewing Agents in He appeared to be "wild eyed" and spoke in a low whisper as though being secretive. He did not appear to be totally rational. He stated tht he would have to make the interview short as he had business and during the interview continually tried to
advised that he was born on He was observed to have a full head of brownish blond hair and blue eyes. His Social Security Account Number is He was wearing horn rimmed glasses. He had noticeably He stated that he has never been in the northeastern part of the United States, does not parachute, has never been in the military, and is pratically indigent.
He had noticeably He stated that he has never been in the northeastern part of the United States, does not parachute, has never been in the military, and is pratically indigent. He stated that he does odd jobs in the OSU area and that he does not drive an automobile. He stated that he has never flown in an airplane as an adult, as a pilot or passenger.
He was observed to be approximately 6' tall, about 175 to 185 pounds.
He did not appear to fit the description of the subject of this investigation and from his present mental state does not appear to have the capacity to have committed such a crime. No further investigation is being conducted in this matter unless requested by Seattle.
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DB Cooper-14717 FD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
FBI
Date: 8/3/76
Transmit the following in (Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Precedence)
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
Lub II
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Minneapolis airtel to Seattle, dated 7/13/76.
Enclosed for the Bureau is one (1) copy of referenced communication.
code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Precedence)
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
Lub II
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Minneapolis airtel to Seattle, dated 7/13/76.
Enclosed for the Bureau is one (1) copy of referenced communication.
In view of the information contained in referenced communication, it does not appear a campaign such as planned at the San Francisco conference would be of any benefit to Northwest Orient Airlines. In addition, it might prove detrimental to Bureau interests. Unless advised to the contrary by the Bureau, therefore, Seattle will cancel plans to carry out an extensive publicity campaign concerning this matter in November of this year.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (164-2111) (Encl 1) (3) - Seattle (164-81) RNN/jcb (5)
164-81-7031
Approved:
Sent M Per Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1975 O - 590-992 DB Cooper-14718FD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
FBI
Date: 8/3/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Precedence)
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Minneapolis airtel to Seattle, dated 7/13/76.
Sub II
Enclosed for the Bureau is one (1) copy of referenced communication.
Precedence)
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Minneapolis airtel to Seattle, dated 7/13/76.
Sub II
Enclosed for the Bureau is one (1) copy of referenced communication.
In view of the information contained in referenced communication, it does not appear a campaign such as planned at the San Francisco conference would be of any benefit to Northwest Orient Airlines. In addition, it might prove detrimental to Bureau interests. Unless advised to the contrary by the Bureau, therefore, Seattle will cancel plans to carry out an extensive publicity campaign concerning this matter in November of this year.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (164-2111) (Encl 1) 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/jcb (5)
164-81-7031
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent
M Per
GPO : 1975 O - 590-992 DB Cooper-14719SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, DENVER (164-98) (P) HORJAK 00: SEATTLE
7/28/76
Re Seattle airtel to the Bureau, dated 5/24/76 and Denver airtel to Seattle, dated 1/28/75.
For information of Seattle, all logical inves- tigation, credit and criminal checks were conducted at Denver, Colorado, immediately subsequent to captioned skyjacking on 6/1/76.
For information of Seattle, all logical inves- tigation, credit and criminal checks were conducted at Denver, Colorado, immediately subsequent to captioned skyjacking on 6/1/76. Records of the Colorado DMV, Denver Credit Bureau, the Denver PD and Colorado Bureau of Investigation were again checked with negative results.
On 6/1/76.
United Airlines, were both contacted regarding the rumor contained in Bureau airtel to Seattle, dated 5/19/76. Both advised that the only rumor of which they were aware regarding a UAL pilot was that concerning
Colorado, who is a with UAL who has been so employed by UAL for an excess of 10 years. advised in an interview conducted on 12/13/74 by FBI Agents at Denver, Colorado, that he had previously been contacted by a FBI Agent at San Francisco, California, whose name he believed was and had also been in contact with officials at the U. S. Department of Justice, Washington, D. C., on at least two occasions. 2 - Seattle (RM) 2 - Denver DWL:mfo (4)
164-81-7032
JUL 20 1076
7 
DB Cooper-14720
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b6 b7CMICOS PD PLAIE DADOPM TITEL AUGUST 2, 1976 JKB
TO:
MINTZAPOLIS (164-73)
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
PORTLAND (164-41)
2 - Seattle (RM) 2 - Denver DWL:mfo (4)
164-81-7032
JUL 20 1076
7 
DB Cooper-14720
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b6 b7CMICOS PD PLAIE DADOPM TITEL AUGUST 2, 1976 JKB
TO:
MINTZAPOLIS (164-73)
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
TORJAK
RE SUSPECT
(SUGGESTED/ BY COMPLAISANT
RE MI AREAPOLIS ,MITEL TO PORTLAND AND SEATTLE,
JULY 29, 1976,.
COMPLAINANT
OREGON, INTER- b6 b7c
VIEWED JULY 39, 1976, IDENTIFIED
O MEGON;
A FLYING CLUB AT . TROUTDALE, OREGON AIRPORT, AS POSSIBLE SUSPECT HE HAS IR MIND AS SET FORTH IN HIS METTE. 10 VICTIM AIRLINE. REASONS FOR SUSPECTLUG ARE VERY GENERAL, AND HE HAS NO EVIDENCE LINKING WITH THIS MATTER.
PORTLAND IS CONDUCTING INVESTIGATION DO FULLY IDENTIFY AND RESOLVE POSSIBILITY OF INVOLVEMENT IN THIS MATTER. ARMED AND . DANGEROUS < END
BM XXX BOM FBI SE CLR FOR TWO TILS
164-81-7033
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED AL FILED AUG 2 1976 f FBI - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-14721
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b6 b7C SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (RUC) NORJAK 00: Seattle
8/2/76
Re Cleveland airtel to Seattle, 3/29/73, and Minneapolis airtel to Cleveland, 7/13/76.
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (RUC) NORJAK 00: Seattle
8/2/76
Re Cleveland airtel to Seattle, 3/29/73, and Minneapolis airtel to Cleveland, 7/13/76.
On July 21, 1976, Ohio. advised that she is not familiar with the name or any phone call from her residence to Northwest Orient Airlines, Minneapolis - St. Paul, Minnesota on June 4, 1976. stated would be home on July 22, 1976, and he may be able to explain the phone call.
On July 22, 1976, was interviewed at his residence. stated that he has reason to believe that one is the party responsible for the hijacking of the Northwest Orient Airliner which is the subject of this case, stated that he got this information from would be the person to talk to.
On July 26, 1976.
was interviewed
at Ohio. stated that one
Canton, Ohio, advised him that one is responsible for the hijacking of the Northwest Orient Airliner in 1971 which is the subject of this case.
proceeded to provide the same
information which
provided to 2 - Seattle 1 - Cleveland
CER:plb ELIMINATE 16-1-1-2034 ADD (3)
AUG 5 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-14722
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on February 21, 1973,
proceeded to provide the same
information which
provided to 2 - Seattle 1 - Cleveland
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AUG 5 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-14722
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on February 21, 1973, and which was reported to Seattle in referenced airtel dated 3/29/73. provided no additional information.
is described as follows:
Name:
Address:
Date of birth:
Place of birth:
Height:
Weight:
Eyes:
Ohio
5'10"
170 pounds
Blue
Hair:
Brown
Social Security
Account Number:
Arrests:
Employment:
None Gregory Galvanizing South Cleveland Avenue Canton, Ohio
Occupation:
Worl: phone:
Home phone:
is described as follows:
Name:
Address:
Date of birth: Place of birth:
Height:
Weight:
Eyes:
518" 200 pounds Green Broun
Hair:
Social Security Account Number:
Employment:
Contral States Can Company
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Ohio
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DB Cooper-1472B
2CV 164-88
700 162nd Street, S.W. Massillon, Ohio
Work: phone:
Home phone:
Arrests: None
In view of the fact that all information provided by has been previously reported to the Seattle Division in referenced airtel dated 3/29/73, no further investigation is being conducted at Cleveland, Ohio.
Ohio
Work: phone:
Home phone:
Arrests: None
In view of the fact that all information provided by has been previously reported to the Seattle Division in referenced airtel dated 3/29/73, no further investigation is being conducted at Cleveland, Ohio.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-14724
3
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TO
: SAC, COLUMBIA (164-48)
(ATTN: SA
DATE:
8/3/76
FROM : SAC, ST. LOUIS ( 164-63)
RUC XZIRIX0
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SUBJECT:
NORJACK
Re:
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Reference: Ur FD-356 to St. Louis, 7/27/76.
NATIONAL PERSONNEL RECORDS CENTER (NPRC) RECORDS CHECK File was located at the (Civilian) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, NPRC, St. Louis, Mo., and reviewed on by Enclosed are copies of (Form FD-302) (investigative insert) (letterhead memorandum) reflecting pertinent information. Enclosed for information and reference, subject to restriction stamped thereon, are copies of self- explanatory documents from NPRC files. Personnel, NPRC (@izilian) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, VX@x216ZArmimixtatiozBezord
PurISTERENEL, SLMO.
Personnel, NPRC (@izilian) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, VX@x216ZArmimixtatiozBezord
PurISTERENEL, SLMO. advised on 8/3/76 no record on
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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 (3X][X military) records should be submitted. Data needed includes: date and place of birth, name utilized inxempioxuzatxxx military service, branch and military service number, dates of service or Howwonenkzdeppzntent anglozing xmlvidual, 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 was not located at (Civilian) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, NPRC, SLMO, and should be located at
Lead: Office record located your division. Handle review.
For reference and assistance in handling lead, copies of pertinent serials are enclosed.
Handle review.
For reference and assistance in handling lead, copies of pertinent serials are enclosed.
Remarks: 2 - Columbia (2 L Seattle (164-81) Info. 1 - St. Louis (5) GTJ :
164-81-2035
COLD
COD
02120 FELED AUG 8 1976 PEI-23TITLE
DB Cooper-14725
178/6/76
RIREEL
AIRMAIL

TO	: DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)	4:10

SUBJECT:
FORJAK
SCATTLE
MONTHLY SUICIARY
Ro Seattle airtel to the Bureau dated 7/9/76.
SUSPECTS
There are currently 834 suspects, 817 of whom have been eliminated. Now suspects are being developed and appropriate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspecte are under consideration at this time.
ARILD AND DANGEROUS
2 - Dureau (164-2111) /3 /- Seattle (164-81) KIN -arm (5)
-7036
DB Cooper-147268/6/76
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL

TO	: DIRECTOR, FBI	(164-2111)
f
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
DIRECTOR, FBI	(164-2111)
f
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

lub 0
MONTHLY SUMMARY
Re Seattle airtel to the Bureau dated 7/9/76.
SUSPECTS
There are currently 834 suspects, 817 of whom have been eliminated. Now suspects are being developed and appropriate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspects are under consideration at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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EDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGA N
Date of transcription
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by SA who identified himself as a Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation at Seattle, Washington. was informed
by SA that he desired to talk to him about the and upon executing an Inter- advised as follows:
rogation; Advice of Rights form,
stated he had been in approximately January, 1976, and returned to Spokane, Washington, but this charge was dismissed with prejudice by the court because after approxi- mately six months, the
the and upon executing an Inter- advised as follows:
rogation; Advice of Rights form,
stated he had been in approximately January, 1976, and returned to Spokane, Washington, but this charge was dismissed with prejudice by the court because after approxi- mately six months, the authorities failed to bring any charges against him. advised he was brought to Seattle from Spokane, Washington, that were outstanding against him in Seattle, Washington. He stated he had
in Alaska
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further stated he has not talked to his attorney as yet, but would prefer going to a federal peni- tentiary on a federal charge rather than going to jail on a state charge. He stated he will talk to his attorney and then advise SA whether he desires to make a statement
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then as he was preparing to go back to his cell, asked if the FBI was still looking for "D. B. COOPER". When advised in the positive he stated a friend of his was a cellmate of "D. B. COOPER's" while they were in the "joint. " When questioned further stated his friend is who has a reputation of being a "bad guy." He explained this statement by stating that is a tough guy and has a reputation of beating people up, etc.
" He explained this statement by stating that is a tough guy and has a reputation of beating people up, etc. He stated according to who is
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serving a life sentence in Walla Walla Penitentiary, his cellmate claims he was "D. B. COOPER" and that according to does not lie. also advised accord-
ing to this man had all the necessary credentials
Interviewed on 7/30/76 at Seattle, Washington
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by SA
Date dictated
7/30/76
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-14728 GPO : 1975 O - 566-118to be "D. B. COOPER" and indicated that this man was a Canadian. further stated that a man named who was in Walla Walla State Peniten- or
tiary and docked it in Seattle, Washington, and also in Oregon, city un- known. stated this man worked on a fishing tender in Alaska at the present time.
who was in Walla Walla State Peniten- or
tiary and docked it in Seattle, Washington, and also in Oregon, city un- known. stated this man worked on a fishing tender in Alaska at the present time. advised according to this man washed .the. "D. B. COOPER" money. stated he never met
but he understood he was a white man approximately 40 years of age.
stated the only reason he was furnishing this information was he understood there was a reward in the "D. B. COOPER" case. However, he stipulated that arrangements would have to be made if this information turns out to be accurate and that if he accepted a reward under his correct name, he would be killed by "D. B. COOPER or his friends and associates.
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DB Cooper-14729 FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
8/5/76
Sib Q
was interviewed
by SA who identified himself as a Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation at
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was informed
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and upon executing an Inter-
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stated he had been in approximately January, 1976, and returned to
was informed
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and upon executing an Inter-
b7D b7F rogation; Advice of Rights form, advised as follows:
stated he had been in approximately January, 1976, and returned to Spokane, Washington, but this charge was b7D b7F
in Alaska b6
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further stated he has not talked to his attorney as yet, but would prefer going to a federal peni- tentiary on a federal charge rather than going to jail on a state charge. He stated he will talk to his attorney and then advise SA whether he desires to make a statement
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then as he was preparing to go back to his . cell, asked if the FBI was still looking for "D. B. COOPER". When advised in the positive he stated a friend of his was a cellmate of "D. B. COOPER's" while they were in the "joint." When questioned further stated his friend is
who has a reputation of being a >
"bad guy.
COOPER's" while they were in the "joint." When questioned further stated his friend is
who has a reputation of being a >
"bad guy. He explained this statement by stating that is a tough guy and has a reputation of beating people up, etc. He stated according to who is
serving a life sentence in Walla Walla Penitentiary, his cellmate claims he was "D. B. COOPER" and that according to does not lie. also advised accord-
ing to this man had all the necessary credentials
164-81-7037
Interviewed on : 7/30/76 at Seattle, Washington
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7/30/76
by SA
Date dictated
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
GPO : 1975: O - 566-118
DE Cooper-14730
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to be "D. B. COOPER" and indicated that this man was a Canadian. further stated that a man named
who was in Walla Walla State Peniten- tiary and docked it in Seattle, Washington, and also in Oregon, city un-
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known.
further stated that a man named
who was in Walla Walla State Peniten- tiary and docked it in Seattle, Washington, and also in Oregon, city un-
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known. stated this man worked on a fishing tender in Alaska at the present time. advised according to this man washed the . "D. B. COOPER" money. stated he never met
but he understood he was a white man approximately 40 years of age.
stated the only reason he was furnishing . this information was he understood there was a reward in the "D. B. COOPER" case. However, he stipulated that arrangements would have to be made if this information turns out to be accurate and that if he accepted a reward under his correct name, he would be killed by "D. B. COOPER or his friends and associates. '
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DE Cooper-14731 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT
Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
DATE:
8/6/76
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
On July 30, 1976,
was
interviewed at Seattle, Washington, by SA on an
advised he is a friend of from Puyallup, Washington, who has a reputation of being a "bad guy" in that he beats
STATES GO RNMENT
Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
DATE:
8/6/76
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
On July 30, 1976,
was
interviewed at Seattle, Washington, by SA on an
advised he is a friend of from Puyallup, Washington, who has a reputation of being a "bad guy" in that he beats people up and commits crimes of a vicious nature. According to is serving a life sentence at Walla Walla Penitentiary and told him a former cell mate of his was
"D. B. COOPER. " and that a man named
claimed this man was a Canadian who also served
time in Walla Walla Penitentiary and
which was docked in Oregon and also Seattle, Washington, had washed the "D. B. COOPER" loot. stated that this man works on a fish-
ing tender in Alaska and according to is supposed to be a white man, approximately 40 years of age.
stated the only reason he was furnishing this information was that he understood there was a reward out for any information leading to the identification and apprehension of "D. B. COOPER".
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Will attempt to determine through the U. S. Coast
2 - 164-81 1 -
164-81-7038
CSS/tcs (3)
SEARCHED ............... INDEXED ............ SERIALIZED. .
Coast
2 - 164-81 1 -
164-81-7038
CSS/tcs (3)
SEARCHED ............... INDEXED ............ SERIALIZED. ........ FILED
AUG 6 1976
E thay
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
5010-110
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DB Cooper-14732SE 164-81
Guard if there is and ascer- tain through the registration for this boat the name and address of the owner and where this craft is headquartered out of.
At Walla Walla, Washington
Will determine from the authorities at the Walla Walla State Penitentiary if in this institution and if he is presently serving a life sentence and, if possible, who his cell mates have been since the date of the D. B. COOPER hijacking which is Novem- ber, 1971.
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DB Cooper-14733-OUV (Rev. 7-16-73)
Fais ..
Washington, D. C. 20537 REPORT of the IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO.	164-41
FBI FILE NO.	164~2111
LATENT CASE NO.
20537 REPORT of the IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO.	164-41
FBI FILE NO.	164~2111
LATENT CASE NO.

August 3, 1976
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TO:
SAC, Portland
i
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE: Letter 7-16-76 EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Portland .
SPECIMENS:
The previously reported latent prints, remaining unidentified in this case, are not identical with the fingerprints of Marion Henry Mooney, born November 15, 1913 in Leona, Oregon, Army serial #39305403. No palm prints are avail- able here for this individual for comparison with the previously reported Latent palm prints and latent impression in this case.
Sub- 832
2 Seattle (164-81) DINDICIRS .~ (2). ALS KRALEN
164-81-7039 SEARCHED INDEXED. SERIALIZED FILED
Clarence M. Kelley, Director TTLE b6 b7C
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
11
DB: Cooper-147341-336 (Rev. 7-16-73)
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE $ A A D
$ CRAL BUREAU OF a a ₿ D INVESTIGATIONS
FEDERA BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D.
7-16-73)
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE $ A A D
$ CRAL BUREAU OF a a ₿ D INVESTIGATIONS
FEDERA BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D. C. 20537 ¿
REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO.	164-41
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

August 3, 1976
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TO:
SAC, Portland
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE: Letter 7-16-76 EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Portland . SPECIMENS:
Sub 832
The previously reported latent prints, remaining unidentified in this case, are not identical with the fingerprints of Marion Henry Mooney, born November 15, 1913 in Leona, Oregon, Army serial #39305403. No palm prints are avail- able here for this individual for comparison with the previously reported latent palm prints and latent impression in this case.
2 - Seattle (164-81)
164-81-7039
SEARCHED INDEXED
Clarence M. Kelley, Directo? 1976 FBI -SEATTLE
com6
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
DB Cooper-14735
FPI.
Kelley, Directo? 1976 FBI -SEATTLE
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THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
DB Cooper-14735
FPI. DOJAX 164-72 LSH: dte 1
On July 27, 1976, SC caused a search b6 to be made of the records of The Locator Section, United States Army Military Personnel Center (USA MILPERCEN) ,- Hoffman Building Number Two, 200 Stovall Street, Alexandria, Virginia, and was advised bv that their date of
records indicate that birth
Social Security Account Number who is currently on active duty; is pre- sently assigned to Headquarters, Monroe, Virginia
Fort
On July 29, 1976, SC reviewed Official Personnel File and determined that he graduated, effective from Officer Candidate School, Fort Benning. Georgia. He listed, in a home address of North Fairfield, Ohio.
From
assigned to HQ, USMACV, Vietnam, and from
was through
he was assigned to HQ,
Washington, D. C. , The file further reflects that for the period of he had 195 days of duty and
57 "other days", which would be non-work days or leave. For the period from 270 duty days and 64 "non-work days".
, The file further reflects that for the period of he had 195 days of duty and
57 "other days", which would be non-work days or leave. For the period from 270 duty days and 64 "non-work days". he had
On
was made the
and assigned to the
Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
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DB Cooper-14736 7040 b6 b7C FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70).
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription
8/3/76
1
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U. S. Army Military Personnel Center (USA MILPERCEN), Hoffman Building Number Two, 200 Stovall Street. Alexandria, Virginia, provided Special Agent Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) with
ten copies of a photograph of Social Security Account Number date of birth Infantry, that was taken on January 31, 1974, at H. Carson, DAC Post Photo Facility, Fort Jackson, South Carolina, and obtained from Career Management
File".
HVA 7 1070
163-1-7041
Interviewed on
7/30/76
al Alexandria, Virginia
File #
AX 164-72
by.
SA
Date dictated
7/30/76
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This document contains neither recommendations no conclust. is of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency: it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your
It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency: it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-1473,7FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 8/3/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
K SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72)(RUC)
NORJAK
(00: SEATTLE)
Bufile:
164-2111
Re New Orleans airtel to Seattle, 7/14/76.
164-81-12558
Enclosed for Seattle, Cincinnati, and New Orleans
are two copies each of a photograph depicting
SSAN date of birth taken on 1/31/74, and 2 copies of investigative insert prepared by SC reflecting investigation at U. S. Army Military Personnel Center (USA MILPERCEN) .
Also enclosed for Seattle is the original and 2 copies of FD-302 reflecting interview of USA MILPERCEN,
by SA on 7/30/76.
Also enclosed for Norfolk is one copy of referenced New Orleans airtel to Seattle, two copies of photograph of , and 2 copies of investigative insert prepared by SC
date of birth
SSAN who is a suspect in this matter, is currently on active duty assigned to Headquarters, Fort Monroe, Virginia 2)-
of , and 2 copies of investigative insert prepared by SC
date of birth
SSAN who is a suspect in this matter, is currently on active duty assigned to Headquarters, Fort Monroe, Virginia 2)- Seattle (Enc. 7) 1 - Cincinnati (Enc. 4) (Info) 2 - New Orleans (164-136) (Enc. 4) 2 - Norfolk (Enc. 5) 1 - Alexandria LSH: dte (8)
164-81-7042
SEARCHED INDEXED
SERIALIZED. FILED
AUG 7 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
10MB
DB Cooper-14738
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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LEADS :
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. 1. If deemed appropriate, display a copy of the photograph of to witnesses in an effort to identify "D. B. COOPER" or quickly eliminate as a suspect.
2. Advise Norfolk whether it is necessary to obtain a 1971 picture of for display to witnesses.
CINCINNATI
Copies of an investigative insert reflecting investigation at Alexandria, Virginia, are being sent to Cincinnati in view of Cincinnati's interest in this matter.
NEW ORLEANS
AT ALEXANDRIA, LOUISIANA. Display a copy of
photograph depicting
telephone
to knew
determine if the photo depicts the man that in Officer Candidate School, Ft.
Display a copy of
photograph depicting
telephone
to knew
determine if the photo depicts the man that in Officer Candidate School, Ft. Benning, Georgia, Advise Seattle and Norfolk of the results.
NORFOLK
AT FORT MONROE, VIRGINIA.
Review the field SSAN
personnel file of Headquarters, Fort Monroe, Virginia particularly noting assignment and days of duty on and around 11/24/71, in an effort to eliminate him as a suspect in this matter.
2. Note lead set out for Seattle.
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DB Cooper-14739
2FD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
FBI
Date:
8/4/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Precedence)
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
ATTN: IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
RE:
For information Bureau and Seattle, captioned invididual has been suggested by "The Oregonian, " Portland daily newspaper, as a possible suspect in this matter. Investigation by Portland appears to eliminate However, in view of press interest as source of lead, the following lead is set forth:
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
THE IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
Compare fingerprints o: WMA, DOB
Investigation by Portland appears to eliminate However, in view of press interest as source of lead, the following lead is set forth:
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
THE IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
Compare fingerprints o: WMA, DOB 6'0", 205 pounds, brown hair and residence Bend, Oregon,
eyes, with the unidentified latents in this matter. ARMED AND DANGEROUS. - Bureau 2 - Seattle (164-31) 2 - Portland RPH : 11w (7)
164-81-7043
SEARCHED INDEXED
SERIALIZED FILE FILED
M
AUG 1 0 1976
PerFBI-SEATTLE
Approved:
Sent
Special Agent in Charge
GPO-1975-0 -590-952 DB Cooper-14740
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AIRTEL
TO
SAC, DENVER (164-98).
FROM SAC,. SEATTLE (164-81) (?)
SUBJECT:
NORJAR
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
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RE :
Re Seattle report of SA.
datea
5/30/73.
resembled. the artist's composite of Unsub in this b7C
For the information of Denver Division was observed at the Seattle Tacoma International Airport by a Western Airlines who stated that he thought b6 matter. was stopped and the following descriptive information was obtained from his drivers license which was assumed to be a Wyoming Drivers License:
Name :
Address:
Date of Birtha
Weight:
Height:
fair:
Green Piver, Wyoming
175 lbs.
was stopped and the following descriptive information was obtained from his drivers license which was assumed to be a Wyoming Drivers License:
Name :
Address:
Date of Birtha
Weight:
Height:
fair:
Green Piver, Wyoming
175 lbs. 5'10}" Dark brown and greying
LEADS :.
DENVER DIVICION
2 - Lenvor - Seattle IN/Ijt : (6) 3
DB.Cooper-14741 164-81-7044SE 164-81.
At Cheyenne, Wyoming
1. Will obtain copy of Wyoming drivers b6 license and forward sane to Seattle. .b7C
2. . Will conduct appropriate investigation to ascertain whereabouts on 11/24/71 as well as any other investigation deemed appropriate.
(It is recommended that the Agent handline this lead review referenced communication prior to any investigation. )
ARMED & - DANGEROUS
2.
DB Cooper-147428/13/76
AINTEL
TO
SAC, DRUVER (164-98)
FROM
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (F)
SUBJECT: HORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Re Seattle report of SA
dated
5/30/73.
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For the information of Denver Division was b6 observed :at the Seattle Tacoma International Airport by a Western Airlines Ticket Agent who stated that he thought resembled the artist's composite of Unsub in this.
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For the information of Denver Division was b6 observed :at the Seattle Tacoma International Airport by a Western Airlines Ticket Agent who stated that he thought resembled the artist's composite of Unsub in this. matter. was stopped and the following descriptive information was obtained from his drivers license which was assumed to be a Wyoming Drivers License:
Name : Address:
Green River, Wyoming
Date of Birth:
Weight:
Height: Haire
175 16s. 5'104* Dark brown and greying
LEADS :
DENVER DIVISION 3
- Denver
Seattle
DAN/1jt
(6)
164-81-7044
DB Cooper-14743
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8/12/76
AIRTEL

TO	3	SAC, CLEVELAND	(164-88)
FROM	: SAC, CINCINNATI	(164-55) (RUC)
SUBJECT:	NORJAC (00:SE)
Bufile 164-2111

Re NO airtel to Seattle dated 7/14/76 (no copy to Alexandria), setting forth lead for Cincinnati at North Fairfield, Ohio: CI airtel to CV dated 7/27/76 (no apy to Alexandria) wherein it was noted that North Fairfield, Ohio is in the Cleveland Division.
(no copy to Alexandria), setting forth lead for Cincinnati at North Fairfield, Ohio: CI airtel to CV dated 7/27/76 (no apy to Alexandria) wherein it was noted that North Fairfield, Ohio is in the Cleveland Division.
Enclosed for Cleveland and wFO is one copy of Alexandria airtel with one each of that airtel's enclosures.
Cincinnati is forwarding enclosed airtel and enclosures to Cleveland for investigative assistance in locating requested information regarding 
Information copy furnished wro due to investigation conducted there in captioned matter regarding
Since no further leads remain outstanding in this division, Cincinnati is placing this matter in an RUC status. 
2-Cleveland (Enc. 3) 1-Alexandria (164-72) (Info) (DSeattle (164-81) (Info) 1-WFO (164-169) (Enc. 3) ·1-Cincinnati
BBB:pl (6)
164-81-7045

SEARCHED INDEXED
SERIALIZER FILED
AUG 1 6 1976 FBI-SEATTLE

DB Cooper-14745
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LOAD:
CLEVELAND
AT NORTH FAIRFIELD, CHIO Will conduct investigation as requested in Cincinnati airtel dated 7/26/76.
DB Cooper-14745
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LOAD:
CLEVELAND
AT NORTH FAIRFIELD, CHIO Will conduct investigation as requested in Cincinnati airtel dated 7/26/76.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-14746FD-36 (Hev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/12/76
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
(Priority)

TO:	DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:	SAC, HONOLULU (164-85) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK (00: SE)

164-81-19559
Enclosed for FBIHQ and receiving offices are two copies each of current Hawaii driver's license photographs of
described below.
On 8/10/76 Honolulu Police Department (HPD), advised that HPD had received an anonymous telephone call stating that an individual by the name of resided at and it was the opinion of the anonymous caller that this individual because of the similarity of names could possibly be identical with D. B. COOPER, unknown subject in captioned matter. stated that from a preliminary inquiry by HPD, the only information available concerning this individual is that he is the owner of a 1975 Chevrolet, Hawaii
stated that from a preliminary inquiry by HPD, the only information available concerning this individual is that he is the owner of a 1975 Chevrolet, Hawaii license and he has an account at the Bank of Hawaii (BOH).
On 8/10/76, BOH, Honolulu, Hawaii, advised that a residing at the above address has the Kaneohe Branch of the BOH and
(former SA)
at
Social Security Number is at Bay Chevrolet, Kaneohe,
and he is employed Hawaii. 2
2 - Bureau (Enc. 2) 2 - Kansas City (Enc. 2) Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 2) 1 - Honolulu RGH: eso (7)
164-81-7046

SEARCHED	INDEXED
SERIALIZED	FILED
AUGI 6 1976 FRI-SEATTLE

U

DB Cooper-14747
Approved:
Sent M
Per
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1970 O - 402-735
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On 8/11/76, further advised that
bank records indicate that opened a BOH account on 9/11/75 and that account information disclosed
Social Security Number is formerly maintained an account at the Miami County National Bank, Poala, Kansas, and he has Kansas driver's
further advised that
bank records indicate that opened a BOH account on 9/11/75 and that account information disclosed
Social Security Number is formerly maintained an account at the Miami County National Bank, Poala, Kansas, and he has Kansas driver's license
also advised
listed a previous
residence as
Parker, Kansas, and listed his only
Carrollton,
Missouri. He listed an additional relative as Pilot Grove, Missouri. indicated in bank records that as of 3/29/76, he had resided in Hawaii for approximately nine months.
On 8/11/76, records of the Hawaii State Department of Motor Vehicles, Driver's License Section, were searched and contained the following information concerning
· DOB:
Race:
White
Sex:
Male
Height:
5'11"
Weight: 200
Hair:
Brown
Eyes:
Hazel
Address:
Hawaii
Hawaii driver's license photographs of and advised that criminal records, HPD, do not contain any information identifiable with
On 8/11/76,
HPD, provided current
LEADS
KANSAS CITY
AT POALA AND PARKER, KANSAS AT CARROLLTON AND PILOT GROVE, MISSOURI
Will conduct discreet investigation to develop background information concerning including b6 b7C
any information pertaining to military service or parachute experience.
AND PILOT GROVE, MISSOURI
Will conduct discreet investigation to develop background information concerning including b6 b7C
any information pertaining to military service or parachute experience.
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DB Cooper-14748
- 2 - HN 164-85
AT TOPEKA, KANSAS
Will obtain driver's license photograph of if available.
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Will set forth leads to display photographs of to individuals involved in captioned matter who observed unknown subject.
HONOLULU
AT HONOLULU, HAWAII
Upon receipt of background information from Kansas City. will give consideration to interview of
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-14749
- 3* -OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
)
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/17/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
(BUfile 164-2111)
RE: (SUB II On 6/21/76, advised the Tri-City Herald of Kennewick and the Walla Walla Union Bulletin would be willing to run a series of articles concerning captioned matter and, in addition, would be willing to run serial numbers concerning the prerecorded Federal Reserve Notes in this matter.
6/21/76, advised the Tri-City Herald of Kennewick and the Walla Walla Union Bulletin would be willing to run a series of articles concerning captioned matter and, in addition, would be willing to run serial numbers concerning the prerecorded Federal Reserve Notes in this matter.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
3 - Seattle (164-81)
RNN/jh
(3)
164-81-7047 SEARCHED, INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED AUG 17 NA FBI-SEATTLE
2048
5010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14750OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
>
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/17/76
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
(BUfile 164-2111)
RE : SUB II
On 6/21/76,
advised the Tri-City Herald of Kennewick and the Walla Walla Union Bulletin would be willing to run a series of articles concerning captioned matter and, in addition, would be willing to run serial numbers concerning the prerecorded Federal Reserve Notes in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
3 - Seattle (164-81)
RNN/jh
(3)
164-81-2047 SEARCHED ............... INDEXED. SERIALIZED, FILED AUG 17 14 FBI-SEATTLE
7
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5010-110
Buy U.
3 - Seattle (164-81)
RNN/jh
(3)
164-81-2047 SEARCHED ............... INDEXED. SERIALIZED, FILED AUG 17 14 FBI-SEATTLE
7
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14751OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/17/76 :
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
(BUfile 164-2111)
:
RE: SUB J - MISCELLANEOUS PERSONS
SUB C - PUBLICITY
On 7/15/76, a man who identified himself as stated telephonically that for the Toronto Star in Toronto, Canada. advised that he was calling long distance to obtain information concerning captioned crime. was advised by the writer that he could furnish no information to him in that this was a pending case. However, was advised that any official infor- mation that could be released would have to be done by the Special Agent in Charge of the Seattle Division or the Press Officer,
On the same date, the above information was made available to
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
3 - Seattle (164-81)
RNN/jh
(3)
164-81-7048 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED AUG 17 ; FBI-SEATTLE :
3 - Seattle (164-81)
RNN/jh
(3)
164-81-7048 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED AUG 17 ; FBI-SEATTLE f
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14752OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/16/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
OQ: SEATTLE
(BUfile 164-2111)
Sub. J
RE: SUB FF - REWARD
SUB E - SEARCH AREA
On 7/28/76, Agent for the Royal Globe Insurance Company, Dexter Horton Building, Seattle, Washington, was contacted by the writer. stated
he had been dealing with concerning
and that company's ability to locate any evidence con- cerning captioned matter in Lake Merwin.
mation. endorse
stated he had reached an agreement with as to a reward for should he discover any infor-
was advised that in no way would the FBI
nor would they guarantee integrity.
stated he understood the FBI's position and intended to investigate
as thoroughly as possible.
stated he had reached an agreement with as to a reward for should he discover any infor-
was advised that in no way would the FBI
nor would they guarantee integrity.
stated he understood the FBI's position and intended to investigate
as thoroughly as possible.
was asked to furnish the FBI with the names of any individuals or groups who contact Royal Globe concerning the possibility of obtaining a reward for evidence in captioned matter. stated he would make the requests known to his superiors in New York and would be back in touch with the writer when the results of that inquiry are known. further advised that he did not see any problems with providing the requested information. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
4 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/jh (4)
164-81-7049
SEARCHĘD INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED AUG 1~ man FBI-SEATTLE 
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-147538/17/76
AIR MAIL AIRTEL

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :	SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SE

On 8/13/76, U.
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :	SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SE

On 8/13/76, U. S. Marshal Sacramento, California, advised that advised him
that source had overheard in a bar recently unknown individuals entered into a discussion concerning the identity of D. B. COOPER, who a few years ago successfully hijacked an airplane and parachuted to safety with a large sum of money. Source advised these individuals indicated the identity of this individual as and paratrooper in the U. S. Army.
Sacramento indices for negative.
Seattle is furnished this information since that office is 00.
LEAD:
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Check indices for b6 b7C
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15200
0200

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DB Cooper-14754
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b6 b7cOPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/11/76
FROM
:
SAC, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
(
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/11/76
FROM
:
SAC, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
(00: / Seattle)
On 7/28/76,
Naval Training Center (NTC), San Diego,
California, telephonically contacted the San Diego
Office of the FBI and supplied the following information:
stated that he works at NTC several nights a wek. Approxi- mately one-and-a-half weeks ago, he met an unknown in- divisual who was from a small town near Seattle, Washington, which individual asked him
(number unrecalled) .
During the course of casual conversation, this individual stated that a friend of his
Washington. This individual
who resides in Lynwood, also said that
of the individual who hijacked the Northwest Airlines plane and is known as D. B. COOPER.
said that this unknown individual confided in him that he was thinking of going UA and that he was sure that would find a place for him to stay in Seattle, Washington. The unknown individual subsequently volunteered the information that of the alleged D. B.
COOPER, and he currently owns several discos in the Seattle, Washington, area, and, also, COOPER
B.
COOPER, and he currently owns several discos in the Seattle, Washington, area, and, also, COOPER allegedly resides on a yacht somewhere near Seattle.
On 8/7/76, again contacted the FBI and advised that he was unable to establish any additional information regarding this unknown individual since he has not seen him again. He does not have any informatio as to the exact location of other than allegedly resides in Lynwood, Washington.
2 - Seattle 1 - San Diego
· JJK: dng
(3)
5010-110
164-81-7051
SEARCHED INDEXED.
SERIALIZED FILED AUG 20 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
0
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14755
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Any leads regarding this information are left to the discretion of the Seattle Division.
AED
2
DB Cooper-14756FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 8/23/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO
:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Re Sacramento airtel to Seattle, dated 8/17/76.
or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO
:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Re Sacramento airtel to Seattle, dated 8/17/76.
Seattle indices negative concerning Sacramento is requested to furnish Seattle, with any additional information and should provide concerning his possible involvement in captioned matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Sacramento (164-50) 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/jcb (5)
164-81-7052
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Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent
M Per DB-Cooper-14757
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 8/23/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO
:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Re Sacramento airtel to Seattle, dated 8/17/76.
Seattle indices negative concerning Sacramento is requested to furnish Seattle, with any additional information and should provide concerning his possible involvement in captioned matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Sacramento (164-50) (3)- Seattle (164-81) RNN/jcb (5)
164-81-7052
Approved:
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Sacramento (164-50) (3)- Seattle (164-81) RNN/jcb (5)
164-81-7052
Approved:
Sent M Per DB-Cooper-14758
Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 -- 455-574
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, NEW ORLEANS (164-136) (P)
NORJAX
AIRCRAFT HIJACKING
00: Seattle
Re Kansas City letter to Seattle, 11/4/75, and New Orleans airtel to Seattle, 1/29/76.
Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph of Louisiana State Police No.
For information of Seattle, who is identical with the individual who telephonically con- tacted the Kansas City Division from Hattiesburg, Mississippi, on 10/30/75, contacted SA East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, Sheriff's Office, on 8/10/76 and reiterated almost verbatim information contained in the TD-302 enclosed with Kansas City letter.
On the basis of information furnished by records of the Shreveport, Louisiana, Police Department were checked, and appears to be identical with the individual described by A photograph of and his record were obtained from Louisiana State
by records of the Shreveport, Louisiana, Police Department were checked, and appears to be identical with the individual described by A photograph of and his record were obtained from Louisiana State Police files, Baton Rouge. This file contains descriptive and background information which appears to be identical with that furnished by
at interview even recalled that the in- b6 had a b7C b7D
dividual whom he knew as
He further recalled that the name or something similar as somehow associated with
(2 - Seattle (Enc. 1) 
3 - New Orleans
ERP : sdh (5)
7053
410 1 - 1975
DB Cooper-14759
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further recalled that was assigned to either Pine or Oak Dormitory while at Louisiana State Peni- tentiary (LSP) , Angola.
Upon obtaining the photograph of viewed a photographic line-up, although he failed to identify any of the photographs, including as being identical with, It was noted, however, that as the photographs were spread out in front of he immediately and unconsciously placed his fingers on the photograph of but then refused to identify
The records maintained at the Louisiana State Police disclose that had
It was noted, however, that as the photographs were spread out in front of he immediately and unconsciously placed his fingers on the photograph of but then refused to identify
The records maintained at the Louisiana State Police disclose that had been arrested by the Shreveport Police Department on investigation of The prison file disclosed that was involved in the in Shreveport, along with
two other individuals, one of whom was charged in this committed by use was
sentenced to 10 years at LSP, Angola. The record further revealed that was transferred from LSP, Angola, to LCIS, DeQuincy, Louisiana, on and paroled from DeQuincy The record shows that while confined to Angola, on
of
The record shows correspondents as
Both of the The record further showed
above names are similar to
corresponded with all of
Idaho.
who also resided in
at the is further shown as
Las Vegas, Nevada.
was paroled to State Parole Lafayette, Louisiana, to be employed by C. B. CRIBBS Dredging and Towing, Lafayette. His parole was to expire on
was contacted on 8/12/76, at which
time he advised that was paroled to him and his parole was suspended meaning that no longer was re- quired to maintain regular contact.
His parole was to expire on
was contacted on 8/12/76, at which
time he advised that was paroled to him and his parole was suspended meaning that no longer was re- quired to maintain regular contact. He stated he did not see
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DB Cooper-14760
- 2 - NO 164-136
for a long period of time, but recalled that contacted him in June, 1974, to discuss pardon. He has not seen him since that time. He advised that the Lafayette residing
telephone directory discloses
Lafayette. The city direc- at that address.
tory shows shows his employment for Dove Well Service, 120 Oakcrest Drive, and for Oil Field Service.
is described as follows:
Race
White
Sex
Male
DOB
Height
5 102"
Weight
180 lbs.
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Blue
Scars and marks Tattoos
LEADS
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will based on above infor-
mation and photograph consider suspect, noting he is possibly identical with and will display photograph to available witnesses.
NEW ORLEANS
AT LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA. Will trace employment of from prior to hijacking until after hijacking to deter-
mine whereabouts at time of hijacking.
Will trace employment of from prior to hijacking until after hijacking to deter-
mine whereabouts at time of hijacking. Note that in the far west and may have been on vacation.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-14761
- 3 - 8/13/76
AIRTEL.
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI : (164-2111)
ATTN: . LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION
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FROM:
SAC, NEW ORLEANS (164-136) (P)
NORJAK
AIRCRAFT HIJACKING
00: Seattle ...
Re New Orleans airtel to Seattle, 8/13/76.
On 8/10/76, advised he was in b6 prison at Louisiana State Penitentiary, Angola, with an in- b7C
dividual known only as whom he is quite sure. com- b7D
mitted captioned hijacking. He . furnished substantial des-
criptive and background information concerning
and-
on the basis of this information," sag- gested as possibly being identical with. individual described by
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
The Latent Fingerprint Section is requested to . com- pare latents on file in captioned matter with fingerprints of FBI NO. b6
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
com- pare latents on file in captioned matter with fingerprints of FBI NO. b6
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Bureau 12- Seattle (164-81)
2 - New Orleans
ERP : sdh (6)
164-81-7054
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ~FILED 1 AUG 1 6 1976 FBI-SEATTLE 8
DB Cooper-14762.FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
8/17/76
telephone number
telephonically contacted SA and advised that after interviewing Agents had departed after interview of studied the photo- graph of D. B. COOPER more, he made a statement to the effect, I didn't want to tell the interviewing Agents this but, referring to the composite and comparing the composite with he said
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Interviewed on
8/16/76
at
California
File #
SF 164-220
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164-81-7055
by SA
Date dictated
8/17/76
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-14763
GPO : 1975 O - 566-118FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
8/17/76
of
was interviewed at the
DB Cooper-14763
GPO : 1975 O - 566-118FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
8/17/76
of
was interviewed at the residence telephone number
advised he resides at California and has telephone number after being advised of the official identities of the inter- viewing Agents, stated that he is employed for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at 5125 Central Avenue, Fremont, California, telephone work number
name COOPER case.
advised that recently, while working, the came up as a possible suspect in the D. B. related the following events.
During May through November, 1959, he resided at Seattle attending school held near the Seattle Airport. During this time he roomed with another individual by the name of was also and also held a pilot's license. was very interested in getting back to a flying job. heard indirectly from another individual that Johnson Flying Service now known as Evergreen, was hiring pilots to fly DC-3s. Evergreen, formerly located at Missoula, Montana, now located at Boeing Field in Seattle, hired after checking him out on a DC-3 in
advised this was the last time that he
Evergreen, formerly located at Missoula, Montana, now located at Boeing Field in Seattle, hired after checking him out on a DC-3 in
advised this was the last time that he saw
Just prior to leaving FAA,
shows up at
can only recall by the
first name of and described her as follows :
Sex
Age
Height
Hair
Build
Complexion
Female Then approximately 28 5'6" Dark Medium, outstanding figure Olive
understood to be from Kanab, Utah. apparently had met her while he was prospecting ip
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Interviewed on
8/16/76
ot
California
File # SF 164-220 b6
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SAS
164-81-7056
by
Date dictated
8/17/76
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-14764
GPO : 1975 O - 566-118
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Utah flying a J3 Piper Cub with geiger counters on the wing. While he was in Utah he had Shortly thereafter he attended" school.
When left he gave the keys to his 1951 Ford, requesting in turn give them to which he did.
While he was in Utah he had Shortly thereafter he attended" school.
When left he gave the keys to his 1951 Ford, requesting in turn give them to which he did. understood that later found him at Missoula, Montana.
advised that approximately one month ago,
while working he was correspond- ing with Flight 137 for Evergreen. curious to know if the acknowledged that he had been flying for Evergreen for approximately 25 years and did know
The pilot continued that dropped out of sight at the same period that the D. B. COOPER hijacking took place. There was conversation among the employees that may have been D. B. COOPER. understood from the pilot, whose name he did not obtain, that no one has heard from since his disappearance.
Approximately three weeks ago had the occasion to speak to the same pilot again who was flying for Evergreen on an Electra out of Redding, California, to Burbank, California. No further conversation was held regarding
is described as follows :
Race
Current age
Caucasian Approximately 47 years old 5'9"
Height Build Hair
Slender Black
Eyes Nose
Black and described as beady Broad Dark Appeared to be American Indian
Complexion
No further conversation was held regarding
is described as follows :
Race
Current age
Caucasian Approximately 47 years old 5'9"
Height Build Hair
Slender Black
Eyes Nose
Black and described as beady Broad Dark Appeared to be American Indian
Complexion Nationality Teeth
Mannerisms
Drank heavily, mainly Jim Beam and unrecalled type of red wine; smoked, cigarette brand unrecalled.
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2SF 164-220 WEG/jr
Characteristics Witty Casual dresser Occupation Pilot, believed qualified in C146s and DC-3s
was shown a copy of a composite of D. B. COOPER. After examining the composite for a few minutes, he stated that he could neither identify nor eliminate as being D. B. COOPER. He stated that ears stuck out more and his nose was bigger, but the lips and eyes resemble
was unable to furnish any information regarding the current whereabouts of but stated possibly who at the Seattle center of SEATAC may have additional information regarding also speculated that FAA files may contain employment applications and other documents which may further identify - - -
was not furnished any physical description of D. B.
whereabouts of but stated possibly who at the Seattle center of SEATAC may have additional information regarding also speculated that FAA files may contain employment applications and other documents which may further identify - - -
was not furnished any physical description of D. B. COOPER.
e
DB Cooper-14766
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8/17/76
AIR TEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) -(RUC)->
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
CAA - AIR PIRACY
00: SEATTLE
Enclosed for Seattle is original and one copy each of FD-302s reflecting two separate interviews at California.
San Francisco Division is not setting forth leads with this communication based on review of Seattle indices to determine if has been eliminated as possible subject in this matter.
If is considered possible suspect, Evergreen Flying Service out of Boeing Field. Seattle, may have most current employment records on to further identify him for location and interview. Evergreen is last known employer of prior to his disappearance on or about the time of the D. B. COOPER investigation.
2 - Seattle (Enc.4) 1 - San Francisco WEG/jr (3)
65-7057
des .
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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE * 3 P R
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTI ATION . Washington, D. C. 20537
REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION f
August 17, 1976

YOUR FILE NO.	164-497
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

TO:
ADIC, Los Angeles
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE: Airtel 7/29/76
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Los Angeles
SPECIMENS:
Ten latent fingerprints (from tip, side, and lower joint areas) were compared, insofar as possible, with the fingerprints of FBI
and
FBI
(not FBI , but no identification was effected. The remaining latent fingerprints in this case are not identical with the fingerprints of and
No palm prints here for these individuals.
Major case prints necessary for conclusive comparisons.
164-81-7058
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED AUG 191976 FBI-SEATTLE 7
2 -
Contetley Clarence M.
Major case prints necessary for conclusive comparisons.
164-81-7058
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED AUG 191976 FBI-SEATTLE 7
2 -
Contetley Clarence M. Kelley, Director
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
DB Cooper-14768
FBI/DOJ
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SATHOMAS J. MANNING
8/25/76
NORJAK
On 8/25/76
Kalama, Washington telephone furnished the following information:
She works at Weyerhaeuser Corporation. Longview with
white male whose name is who lives in b6 b7c
Washington. Last night (as he has on previous occasions ) he told her in confidence and swore her to who lives in Washington while through secrecy that the vicinity heavy growth 10 miles out (no direction indicated) with a bulldozer had found a body and an attache type case. When
the case was opened the which was all 20 dollar bills and
said
When stated he must have found COOPER he became very nervous and tried to downplay that it was COOPER's body.
She advised him that passing the bills found would be difficult for all the serial numbers are known and he then said that after the money was counted had covered the body and the case with the money
She advised him that passing the bills found would be difficult for all the serial numbers are known and he then said that after the money was counted had covered the body and the case with the money in after putting them in a six foot hole in the ground.
advised that the body was found about 6 months ago and indicated the money and body are still where they were buried. She stated that anticipates using the money at a
later date for
That is all the information has at this time but will see again this evening (swing shift) at Weyerhaeuser and willattempt to get further information and a bill if possible. Arrangements were made with her to call the writer at home or the Seattle Division since writer will be out of RA area for two days on police school,
Above matter will be followed.
(2) TJM/
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, NEW YORK (164-627)
FROM:
SAC, NEW HAVEN (164-77) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
Re: NH airtel to Bureau, 7/23/76. NY is requested to expedite investigation requested in re airtel, in view of expiration of statute of limitations, 11/24/76, in the event
NY is requested to expedite investigation requested in re airtel, in view of expiration of statute of limitations, 11/24/76, in the event additional investigation is necessary regarding suspect
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164-81-7060
1

DB Cooper-14770FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
6/20/76
1
was interviewed at her place of residence. After being Informed of the official identity of the interviewing Arent. was
advised of the nature of the inquiry. the following information:
then furnished
advised that who is presently out of town but would return shortly. advised that in 1971,
of the North Dakota Credit Union League and they resided in Jamestown, North Dakota.
advised that in 1971, was selected to represent the United States in Uganda, South Africa as a the Marketing Society in Uganda. stated
that this essentially involved the application of
to the govern ent particular skills as a of Uganda.
stated
that this essentially involved the application of
to the govern ent particular skills as a of Uganda.
advised that this selection was made and coordinated by the U.S. Department of State pursuant to the AID Programl.
advised that they left North Dakota in late November and after spending sone tlac with relatives in Iowa arrived in Washington, D.C. where they were briefed by State Department officials during the last week in November, 1971. advised that she could not recall the exact dates of these briefings nor their departure from North Dakota but added that the governor of North Dakota gave thom a going-away party prior to their departure.
added that arrived in Athens, Greece, on in Uganda on
and arrived related that on
phonetic) coordinated much of this program at the State Department.
Interviewed or
8/9/76
of Liborty, Missouri
KC 164-60
File #
SE 164-81-706/
by SA
Date dictated 0/16/76 b6 b7C
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FB: It is the property of the FBI and is logged to your one ity.
Interviewed or
8/9/76
of Liborty, Missouri
KC 164-60
File #
SE 164-81-706/
by SA
Date dictated 0/16/76 b6 b7C
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FB: It is the property of the FBI and is logged to your one ity. : and its contents are not to be distributed outside you' agency
DB Cooper-14771
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advised that
departed
Uganda on or about on the last commercial flight out of the country.
left the country three months later. advised that the political and military situation in Uganda at this time had deteriorated to the point that it was considered uncise for Americans to renain.
stated that
then became the of the New York Credit Union League and they briefly rosided in Matawan, New Jersey, before moving to Castleton on Hudson, New York, where they remained until when they moved to Liberty, Missouri.
added that six months. Fuchs Organization do Hain Center, Kansas City, Missouri,
preceded her to Liberty by approximately is presently enbloved with the Straus at the 10
displayed the issues of Credit Union Magazine which bore photograph on the cover.
Organization do Hain Center, Kansas City, Missouri,
preceded her to Liberty by approximately is presently enbloved with the Straus at the 10
displayed the issues of Credit Union Magazine which bore photograph on the cover.
avised that she is certain that spent the Thanksgiving holidays with in Iowa, but would consult with to be sure.
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DB Cooper-14772FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
5/20/76
1
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and employed Strauss Fuchs Organization, Inc., Ton Hain Center, furnished the following information :
advised that to supplement information
furnished by he would add that the programs operated through the State Department in which he was involved were the ACDE (Agriculture Development) International which is a division of AID (Aid to International Development). added that one U.S. Department of State, is acquainted with and his background. added that prior to leaving for Uganda, he completed lengthy and detailed forns for the State Department and his background was thoroughly screened.
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advised that his primary function in Uganda
revolved around
for the government of Uganda, South Africa.
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advised that his primary function in Uganda
revolved around
for the government of Uganda, South Africa.
advised that he is a licensed pilot and often flics the company aircraft on various business trips when his schedule will pormit it.
stated that he were visiting Iowa, during the Thanksgiving holidays, 1971, prior to their departure to Uganda.
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Interviewed on S/10/74 Kansas City, Missouri at	KC 164-30 File #
SE 164-81-7062
by SA Date dictated	8/16/76

This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FD' and is loared to your agency: il and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-14773
b6 b7CSAC, SEATTLE (164-S1)
3/27/76
SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80) QUE- P. =
HOR JAK 00 SEATTLE
Ro Albany letter to Kansas City, 7/19/76.
Enclosed for Seattle are two contas cach of FD-302 disclosing results of interviews with b6 b7c
has requested that should any inquiries be necessary at the Department of
Enclosed for Seattle are two contas cach of FD-302 disclosing results of interviews with b6 b7c
has requested that should any inquiries be necessary at the Department of Stato, such inquiries be dis- ercot as he could possibly be under consideration for additional overseas assignments such as that described in enclosed.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 2Seattle (Encs. 4) 1 Kansas City AFRK : SGS (3)
154-81-7063 SE.DE I.VED
NR2.5 1976 FBI-SEATILL €
DB Cooper-14774
b6 b7C
b6 b7CFD-30""REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
3
Date of transcription
August 23, 1976
MARION HENRY MOONEY, who resides at Route 1, Box 140, 4855 Jasper Road, was contacted and advised of the identities of SA
NOONEY furnished the following:
He is a self-employed individual, who for many years has been cutting Christmas trees and speculating in land investments.
Mr. MOONEY advised that in November. 1971, he and were residing at
Pleasant Hill, Oregon. Mr. MOONEY stated that he recalled that during Thanksgiving evening and Thanksgiving day, 1971, he was at home at his address in Pleasant Hill, Oregon, due to the fact that this was his busy season for cutting Christmas trees,
MOONEY stated that he recalled that during Thanksgiving evening and Thanksgiving day, 1971, he was at home at his address in Pleasant Hill, Oregon, due to the fact that this was his busy season for cutting Christmas trees, and he was quite busy during that time with his business. Mr. MOONEY further advised that he has never flown in commercial airliners, and that the only time he has ever flow is in private planes on a few occasions around the State of Oregon. MOONEY advised that he did not take any commercial plane flights during the Thanksgiving holidays in 1971 or at any other time.
MOONEY advised that he was in the U. S. Armored Infantry from January 5, 1941, through November, 19444, and that his service number was 39305403.
It was noted at that time that NOONEY's right front tooth was surrounded by a gold filling, and he advised that he had the dental work done on his right front tooth approximately 15 years ago.
Mr. MOONEY advised that he was aware of the case involving the individual known as D. B. COOPER, who hijacked an airliner and received a large sum of money and subsequently bailed out of the plane he hijacked.
COOPER, who hijacked an airliner and received a large sum of money and subsequently bailed out of the plane he hijacked. Mr. MOONEY stated that he could provide no information regarding that incident, nor did he have any information as to the identity of the individual known as D. B. COOPER.
At this time MOONEY was asked if he would consent to being photographed by the interviewing Agents, MOONEY
SE 164-81-7064
Interviewed on 8/19/76
at Springfield, Oregon
File #
PD 164-41
by VIL SA
Date dictated
8/19/76
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI, It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-14775
b6PD 164-14 2
advised that he has never been in any trouble in all of his life and was willing to cooperate in the fullest with the FBI and would consent to be photographed at that time. At this time SA photographed MARION HENRY MOONEY.
The following description of MOONEY was obtained from observation and interview:

ITame	MARION
The following description of MOONEY was obtained from observation and interview:

ITame	MARION HENRY MOONEY
Date of birth	November 15, 1913
Place of birth	Leona, Oregon
Height	61
Weight	175 pounds
Eyes	Blue
Hair	White - black streaks
Social Security
Account Number	544-01-9080
Scars and marks	6" scar on right knee
Peculiarities	Large nose

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DB Cooper-14776SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
8/27/76
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
HORJAK (00: Seattle)
Re Portland letter to Bureau, 7/16/76; and FBI Identification letter to Portland and Seattle, 8/3/76.
Enclosed for Seattle is the original and two copies of an FD-302 reflecting results of interview of MARION HENRY MOONEY at Springfield, Oregon.
For the information of Seattle, MARION HENRY MOONEY, Route 1, Box 140, Springfield, Oregon, was interviewed by BuAgents on
For the information of Seattle, MARION HENRY MOONEY, Route 1, Box 140, Springfield, Oregon, was interviewed by BuAgents on 8/19/76, and at that time, after a physical observation of MOONEY, it was determined he has a very prominent nose and a gold front tooth. It was determined that MOONEY does not appear to be identical to the unknown subject of this case known as D. B. COOPER. In view of the above, no further investigation is being conducted in regards to HOONEY.
EliminAte
2- Seattle (Enc. 3) 2- Portland
PEK:laa (4)
164-81-1065
SENTOTED
AUG3 1 1976 FEI-SEATTLE 7
DB Cooper-14777OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
1
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81)
DATE:
8/30/76
FROM
:
SA ROBERT H. WICK
Sus II
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Rememo from SA
5/14/76.
b6 b7C
Neither editors of The Daily Olympian nor The Daily World, · Aberdeen, Washington, were interested in participating in the program set forth in rememo, citing the costs and the amount of newspaper space necessary to execute the program.
Daily Olympian nor The Daily World, · Aberdeen, Washington, were interested in participating in the program set forth in rememo, citing the costs and the amount of newspaper space necessary to execute the program.
(1)
164-31-70662
5010-110
DB Cooper-14780

SEARCHED	INDEXED
SERIALIZED. " FILED
AUG3 1	1976

Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Pl b7c
IN b6
I. OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GONMENT Memorandum

TO :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81 Sub C) (P)	DATE:	8/31/76
FROM :	SA
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUFILE 164-2111	SubC

Sub C Publicity
On 8/19/76,
work telephone number
telephonically
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and home telephone number
contacted the writer and advised he was in the process of writing a feature story for the Seattle Times. was interested in information concerning captioned matter, and the writer referred him to Special Agent in Charge, JOHN M.
was interested in information concerning captioned matter, and the writer referred him to Special Agent in Charge, JOHN M. REED, and SA
On 8/23/76, again contacted the writer with several questions concerning this matter. The questions were taken down by the writer and provided to SA . The writer and discussed possible answers to these questions, and those questions which could be answered were provided to later that same day by SA
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/crs (3)
$010-110
164-81-7068 Jagle: FULD Com AUG 3/013 1
PRICEATTIS 2
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14783 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO, RNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81 Sub C) (P) DATE: 8/31/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
Sub C Publicity
CLC b6 b7c
On 8/19/76,
work telephone number
and home telephone number
telephonically
contacted the writer and advised he was in the process of writing a feature story for the Seattle Times.
Sub C) (P) DATE: 8/31/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
Sub C Publicity
CLC b6 b7c
On 8/19/76,
work telephone number
and home telephone number
telephonically
contacted the writer and advised he was in the process of writing a feature story for the Seattle Times. was interested in information concerning captioned matter, and the writer referred him to Special Agent in Charge, JOHN M. REED, and SA
On 8/23/76, again contacted the writer with several questions concerning this matter. The questions were taken down by the writer and provided to SA The writer and discussed possible answers to these questions, and those questions which could be answered were provided to
later that same day by SA
b6 b7C
b6 b7c
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/ crs (3)
164-81-7068
SEARCHED .............. INDEXED. SERIALIZED _FILED AUG3 1 1976 FBI · SEATTLE 2
#010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14784 8/27/76
AIRTEL AIRMAIL, REGISTERED
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, DENVER (164-98) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
(BUFILE:
164-2111)
RE:
b6 b7C
Re Seattle airtel to Denver, dated 8/13/76.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-14784 8/27/76
AIRTEL AIRMAIL, REGISTERED
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, DENVER (164-98) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
(BUFILE:
164-2111)
RE:
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Re Seattle airtel to Denver, dated 8/13/76. 16 4-81-10542 164-81-laSEL
1
Enclosed for Seattle is one copy of Wyoming License Photo of and Wyoming License application in the same name.
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On 8/23/76, Wyoming Department of Motor Vehicles, Cheyenne, Wyoming, provided two copies wach of Wyoming Driver's License Photo and application for this license. b6 b7C
Green River,
advised
Wyoming. have currently registered in the State of Wyoming a 1972 Dodge four-door stationwagon bearing Wyomng License and a 1975 Dodge two-door sedan bearing Wyoming License
LEADS:
DENVER DIVISION
At Green River, Wyoming:
Conduct investigation requested in referenced airtel.
2) - Seattle (Enc. 2) (AM, RM) 3 - Denver GRB/jrd (5)
164-81-2069
SEARCHED
INDEXO
SESUNLETO
FILED
À
SEP 1 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
7
DB Cooper-14785
b6 b7CSAC, NEW ORLEANS (164-136)
8/23/76
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-55) (RUC)
NORJAK
00: Seattle ...
Bufile:
164-2111
b6 b7c
Re Cincinnati airtel .to Cleveland, 7/27/76.
Denver GRB/jrd (5)
164-81-2069
SEARCHED
INDEXO
SESUNLETO
FILED
À
SEP 1 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
7
DB Cooper-14785
b6 b7CSAC, NEW ORLEANS (164-136)
8/23/76
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-55) (RUC)
NORJAK
00: Seattle ...
Bufile:
164-2111
b6 b7c
Re Cincinnati airtel .to Cleveland, 7/27/76.
On- August 18, 1976, .b6 North Fairfield, Ohio Post Office, North Fairfield, b7c Ohio advised SA that the records of the North Fairfield, Ohio Post Office go back to the year 1948. stated that a review of those records disclosed having rented.
no individual by the name of
a post office box at that post office.
stated
that she joined the U.S. Postal System in and that during the time of her employment there has never been an individual by the name of rent a post office box in North Fairfield, Ohio.
stated that since she began work.
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with U.S. Postal Service In there has only been b7C
which resided in North Fair-
field ... stated that the no individual among its members with the name of
had
On August 20, 1976, Hurón .b6
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County Sheriff's Office, Norwalk; Ohio advised SA that a check of the records of the Huron County Sheriff's Office disclosed no individual possibly identical with white male, 46 to 49 years old.
County Sheriff's Office, Norwalk; Ohio advised SA that a check of the records of the Huron County Sheriff's Office disclosed no individual possibly identical with white male, 46 to 49 years old. 2
2 - New Orleans - Seattle (164-81) 2 - Washington Field Office 1 - Cleveland
JEB/dmp (7).
164-81-7070
SEARCHED ME __ INDEXED
SEMALIZEDL` ~ ~ FILED
SEP2 1976 FBI --- SEATTLE
DB Cooper-14786CV 164-55
On August 20, 1976, SA caused the Robinsons Buron County Directory to be checked under
b6 the name of with negative results.
In view of the above, Cleveland is placing this case in an RUC status.
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DB Cooper-14787
2FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
8/30/76
b6 b7C
On August 25, 1976, £ of Royal Globe
Insurance Company, 150 William Street, New York City, was contacted at his place of employment. He furnished an anonymous letter which was received by Royal Globe Insurance on August 20, 1976, wherein the writer alleges to know the identity of D. B. COOPER, hijacker of Northwest Airlines Flight 305 on November 24, 1971, Attached to the letter was a newspaper clipping from the January 26, 1975 edition of the Register- Guard, Eugene, Oregon.
COOPER, hijacker of Northwest Airlines Flight 305 on November 24, 1971, Attached to the letter was a newspaper clipping from the January 26, 1975 edition of the Register- Guard, Eugene, Oregon.
stated that Royal Globe was the insuring agent for Northwest Airlines and paid out $180,000 in this matter.
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164-81-7071
Interviewed. on 8/25/76 at New York, New York
File #
RY 164-627
by
NA
Date dictated
8/30/76 b6 b7C
This document contains neither. recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-14788 FĐ-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
· FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
3/30/76
b6 b7C
On August 25, 1976, of Royal Globe Insurance Company, 150 William Street, New York City, was contacted at his place of employment. He furnished an anonymous Jetter which was received by Royal Globe Insurance on August 20, 1976, wherein the writer alleges to know the identity of D. B. COOPER, hijacker of Northwest Airlines Flight 305 on November 24, 1971.
He furnished an anonymous Jetter which was received by Royal Globe Insurance on August 20, 1976, wherein the writer alleges to know the identity of D. B. COOPER, hijacker of Northwest Airlines Flight 305 on November 24, 1971. Attached to the letter was a newspaper clipping from the January 26, 1975 edition of the Register- Guard, Gugene, Oregon.
stated that Royal Globe was the insuring agent b6 for Northwest Airlines and paid out $130,000 in this matter. b7C
Interviewed on
8/25/76 at New York, NOW YOUR
File #
164-81-7071
TIY 164-627
by
Date dictated
SA
8/30/76 b6 b7C
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-147898/3 1/76
AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
ADIC, NEW YORK (164-627)
Ru(c)
SUBJECT: UNSUB; Hijacking of Northwest
Airlines Flight 305, 11/24/71;
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT - HIJACKING
(00:SE)
thy 164-11 - 1diSE Enclosed for information of Seattle is the original and three copies of an FD-302 reflecting contact with Royal Globe Insurance Company.
Ru(c)
SUBJECT: UNSUB; Hijacking of Northwest
Airlines Flight 305, 11/24/71;
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT - HIJACKING
(00:SE)
thy 164-11 - 1diSE Enclosed for information of Seattle is the original and three copies of an FD-302 reflecting contact with Royal Globe Insurance Company. Also enclosed is one copy of a newspaper clipping from the Register-Guard, Eugene, Oregon, dated 1/26/76, and an anonymous letter dated 7/30/76, which was received at the Royal Globe Insurance Company, 150 William Street, New York, New York.
Enclosed for information of Portland are four copies of an FD-302 reflecting contact with Royal Globe Insurance Company. Also enclosed is one copy of a newspaper clipping from the Register-Guard, Eugene, Oregon, dated 1/26/76, and an anonymous letter dated 7/30/76, which was received at the Royal Globe Insurance Company, 150 William Street, New York, New York.
Anonymous writer purports to know identity of "D. B. COOPER", hijacker of Northwest Airlines Flight 305 on 11/24/71.
2- Seattle (Encs. 6) 2 - Portland (Encs. 6) 1 - New York
RJC: jmj (6)
164-21-2012
5
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DB Cooper-14790NY 164-627
Writer states that he has been in contact with the FBI, Eugene, Oregon.
6) 1 - New York
RJC: jmj (6)
164-21-2012
5
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DB Cooper-14790NY 164-627
Writer states that he has been in contact with the FBI, Eugene, Oregon. In view of this fact, Portland will evaluate contents of letter and determine if any investigation is warranted.
DB Cooper-14791
- 2 -8/13/76
AIRTEL
TO
: DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
(ATTN:
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION)
FROM
: SẠC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SF.
b6 b7C
RE :
For the information of the Identification Division, is being considered a suspect. in above captioned matter b6
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because
Kansas, (protect), advised that b7D
stated he arrived and at the time he arrived stated
The following is a description of
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Name: Alias:
Race :
Caucasian
Sox :
Male
DOB :
POB :
Height:
73"
Weight:
195 lbs.
Complexion :
Ruddy
Eyes :
Hair:
Green Black
- Bureau 3 - Seattle DKN/ljt (5)
164-81-7073
DB Cooper-14792SE 164-81
Build :
SSAN :
Stocky
b6
FBI# :
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REQUEST OF THE BUREAU:
Identification Division is requested to compare .b6
fingerprints with NORJAK partials and determine if he is b7C possibly identical with'Unsub in this matter.
b6
fingerprints with NORJAK partials and determine if he is b7C possibly identical with'Unsub in this matter.
UNSUB IS ARMED & DANGEROUS;
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DB Cooper-14793
2.8/13/7.6
AIRTEL
TO DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) (ATTN : . IDENTIFICATION. DIVISION).
FROM SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00 .: SE
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RE :
For the information of the Identification Division, is being considered a suspect 'in above captioned matter b6
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because
Kansas .. (protect) ; advised that b7D
stated . he arrived
and at the time he arrived stated
The following is a description of
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Name :
b7D
Alias :.
Race :.
Caucasian
Sex:
Male
DOB :
POB :
Height:
73"
Weight: 195. lbs.
Complexion:
Ruddy
Eyes:
Green
Hair:
Black
W
3 - Bureau - Seattle RNN/ljt (5)
164-81-7073.
DB Cooper-14794SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) 8-31-76
SAC, JACKSONVILLE (164-109) (RUC)
NORJAK (00: SEATTLE )
Re :
Re Los Angeles airtel to New Orleans, 6-25-76.
A complete review of entitled
failed to reveal any background or other information concerning other than that supplied by FBI, New Orleans.
A complete review of entitled
failed to reveal any background or other information concerning other than that supplied by FBI, New Orleans. No information could be located to establish the whereabouts of on 11-24-71.
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(2 - Seattle 1 - ADIC, Los Angeles (164-497) 1 - New Orleans 1 - Jacksonville HLP/tfr (5)
1604-81-7074 7
DB Cooper-14796FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date: 9/7/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL.
(Priority)
TO
:
SAC, COLUMBIA (164-48)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE BUFTLE: 164-2111
RE:
Re Columbia airtel to Seattle, dated 6/11/76.
Referenced communication set forth lead for the Columbia Division at Spartanburg, South Carolina. To date results of that investigation have not been received by the Seattle Division. Columbia is requested to forward Seattle results of that investigation.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 
3 -- Columbia (164-48) 3 - Seattle (164-81 RNN/ crs (6)
164-81-7075
Approved:
!
Speetc. ant in Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-14797
U.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 
3 -- Columbia (164-48) 3 - Seattle (164-81 RNN/ crs (6)
164-81-7075
Approved:
!
Speetc. ant in Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-14797
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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b6 b7C FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
9/7/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL -
AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO
:
SAC, COLUMBIA (164-48)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00 : SEATTLE BUFILE: 164-2111
RE:
Re Columbia airtel to Seattle, dated 6/11/76.
Referenced communication set forth lead for the Columbia Division at Spartanburg, South Carolina. To date results of that investigation have not been received by the Seattle Division. Columbia is requested to forward Seattle results of that investigation.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 
3- Columbia (164-48) 3 - Seattle (164-81 RNN/ crs (6)
164-81-7075
Approved:
Sent
M Per DB-Cooper-14798
Special Ago. ' 10 Chart
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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b6 b7C 1-336 (Rev. 7-16-73)
NEST OF JUSTICE 4 A M #
a
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p
EDERAL BURETTE Q ₹ a
ATION
5
LY
FEDERA BUREAU OF INVEST SATION Washington, D. C. 20537
REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO.	164-136
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

August 31, 1976
TO:
SAC .. Now Orleans
RE:
NORJAK
AIRCRAFT HIJACKING
REFERENCE: Airtel 8/13/76. EXAMIN ATION REQUESTED BY: Now Orloons SPECIMENS:
Tho latent prints previously reported in this came are not identical with the fingerprints Of prints are available in our Identification Division filos for this individual For comparison with the latent palm prints and latent impressions in this caso.
No palm b6 b7C
( 2) 2 - Seattle (164-81)
164-86-2026
SERIAL IZEDFILED : THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Clarence M. Kelley, Director SE: 2 1976 FOI-SEATT & FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-14799
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Kelley, Director SE: 2 1976 FOI-SEATT & FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-14799
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1
AIRTEL

TO :	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)
FROM :	SAC,	ATLANTA	(164-254) (P)
NORJAK

Re Atlanta airtel, 7/14/76.
Marietta, Ga., has advised has observed the color artist drawings of the UNSUB in this case and has indicated there is a strong resemblance between the drawings and the individual he regards as a possible suspect in this matter.
Seattle is requested to immediately advise Atlanta of the current rewards being offered for UNSUB's identification and conviction.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS . 1
2 - Seattle 2 - Atlanta JCG:pjg (4)
164-81-7072
SERY 1976
DB Cooper-14800
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--- --
August 26, 1976
Clarence K. Kelley, Director Federal Bureau of Investigation United States Department of Justice Washington, D. C. 20535
Re: Unknown Subject, aka D.
Kelley, Director Federal Bureau of Investigation United States Department of Justice Washington, D. C. 20535
Re: Unknown Subject, aka D. B. Cooper Aircraft Piracy -- Northwest Airlines November, .1971
Dear Mr. Kelley:
Reference is made to the apparently unsolved incident in November, 1971 in which an unknown male individual using the name D. B. Cooper extorted $200,000 cash from Northwest Airlines in the state of Washington and disappeared from the pirated aircraft enroute to Reno, Nevada ..
Lancaster b6
County, Pennsylvania, telephone furnished the following information b7C when contacted on an unrelated personal matter.
1
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stressed that he has no direct, specific information that the information he furnished concerning relate to the D. B. Cooper air piracy incident. below, may or may nc' b7C 1
businessman who has b6
lived all his life in the general area, advised that he had known a b7C
white, nale, who would now be in his
late 50s or early 60s, muscular, originally from the Lancaster County area, who possibly could be the unknown individual using the name D.
that he had known a b7C
white, nale, who would now be in his
late 50s or early 60s, muscular, originally from the Lancaster County area, who possibly could be the unknown individual using the name D. B. Cooper.
In brief, according to
Lancaster County area,
was a member of the Pennsylvania State Police who resigned from the force; was an aviator and parachutist: was an active hunter, fisherman, and outdoor camper; was a area; and then about 10-15 years ago, after having been by the Pennsylvania State Police on and disappear
164-81-7078
cc: SAC, Philadelphia (Information) Pa.
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED b6 b7C
SEPT. 1976 CRI SEATTLESPONDIINCE CORRESPONDENCE
b6 b7C
Sob 2
DB Cooper-14801
1
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said that the knowledge, physical ability, and
'.b6
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personality of were such that he would have been knowledgeable enough about flying and parachuting to have been able to plan the scheme used by D. B. Cooper in the air piracy incident; physically capable of surviving in the wilderness; and clever and conceited enough to have used his true surname to out- Wit law enforcement, audacious enough to have carried the air piracy out, and self-disciplined enough to avoid spending
and clever and conceited enough to have used his true surname to out- Wit law enforcement, audacious enough to have carried the air piracy out, and self-disciplined enough to avoid spending the extorted money until all chance · of prosecution had passed.
said he has no information as to the possible
current whereabouts of
A cursory check of records in the Office of the Clerk of Common Pleas Court-Criminal, Lancaster County Court House, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, reflects that by Cpl. Frank W. Spickle: Pennsylvania State Police (Spickler died some years ago ) on charges with numerous similar counts.
entered
A notation in the Court record shows that under date was transferred to the State Correctional Institution, of
Philadelphia, Pa. and on to the State Correctional Institution, Pittsburgh, Pa.
In the course of making this preliminary check in the Office of the Clerk of Common Pleas Court-Criminal, advised b6 b7C
that some years ago his office had requested assistance from the Pennsylvania State Police to locate in an effort to collect the unpaid fine. said it is his recollection that the Pennsylvania State Police eventually advised his office that it had solicited the aid
said it is his recollection that the Pennsylvania State Police eventually advised his office that it had solicited the aid of the FBI in locating with negative results other than that Cooper had last been heard from in the Las Vegas, Nevada area. said he could not date when his office had received this information nor did he know of the extent of any FBI efforts to locate at that time.
The writer, who was FBI Resident Agent in Lancaster County dur- ing the period, has no specific recollection of having knowm personally and has no information as to the possibility Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, might that or might not be the unknown D. B. Cooper of captioned matter.
This information is being brought to the attention of the Bureau for any action it may deem proper.
Sincerely yours
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Clarence M. Kelley Director Federal Bureau of Investigation United States Department of Justice Washington, D. C. 20535
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To: SACs, Philadelphia (Enc.
Kelley Director Federal Bureau of Investigation United States Department of Justice Washington, D. C. 20535
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Airtel
To: SACs, Philadelphia (Enc. 1) Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 1)
From: Director, FBI (164-2111) NORJAK
9/3/76
س إما السماء
Enclosed for Philadelphia and Seattle is one copy of a self-explanatory letter concerning captioned matter dated 8/26/76, to the Director, FBI from Pennsylvania.
For your information, is a former SA of the FBI and retired as Senior Resident Agent at Penn- b6 b7C
sylvania, on 3/8/68. Philadelphia at Lancaster, contact acknowledge receipt of his letter and secure any additional information he may have concerning In view of common name, attempt to secure any additional identifying data ie., date and place of birth, Pennsylvania State Police Number, or FBI Number in order that a search of name can be made at FBIHQ. Conduct any additional investigation necessary to ascertain if is in fact the individual responsible for cantioned matter. If necessary, contact
Pennsylvania, it being noted that a copy of the enclosure was directed to him.
If necessary, contact
Pennsylvania, it being noted that a copy of the enclosure was directed to him.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
164-81-7029 SEARCHED ............... INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED SÉP: 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-14804 9/7/76
Airtel
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
(ATTENTION: IDENTIFICATION DIVISION)
TROVA
SAG, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (P)
NORJACK
(00: SEATTLE)
RE:
Lakeside, b6 b7C b7D
California (no telephone), telephonically advised the San Dicco Office that captioned individual, who resides at Lakeside, California, is possibly identical to subject D. D. COOPER xe captioncd matter. advised he has From this individual for coproximately sis to eight weeks and
bas advised that he has not been employed for and he has no visible means of support.
During the course of a conversation between which occurred about two weeks ago.
and
also mentioned that the
had no explanation as to why
began casually discussing captioned matter but thought it was very unusual. also advised that he had previously served in the U.
and
also mentioned that the
had no explanation as to why
began casually discussing captioned matter but thought it was very unusual. also advised that he had previously served in the U. S. Army. also described vehicles driven by from which the following identifying information was obtained:

Ramo:
Sex:	Male
Racor	Thito

3 .- Bureau 2- Seattle (164-81) (Info) San Diego JJK:Mir (7)
1-4-1-7080
* DB Cooper-14805
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DOD:
Height:
SV9"
Weight: 160 pounds
Boire
Grown
Eyast
Gray
California
Driver's License:
Address:
San Diego indices negative ro as well as San Diego Police Department and San Diego County Sheriff's Office records.
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viewed a composite drawing of D. D. COOPER
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REQUEST OF IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
Compare any Imoim fingerprints of
DOD believed to have previous military service, with any prints obtained in captioned matter.
REQUEST OF IDENTIFICATION DIVISION
Compare any Imoim fingerprints of
DOD believed to have previous military service, with any prints obtained in captioned matter.
ANIED & DANGEROUS.
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FBI Date: 9/13/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Sub O
MONTHLY SUMMARY
Re Seattle airtel to the Bureau, dated 8/6/76.
SUSPECTS
There are currently 840 suspects, 819 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed and appropriate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspects are under consideration at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (164-2111) 
3) - Seattle (164-81) RNN/jcb. (5)
164-31-7081
Approved:
Sf
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Special Agent in Ch
U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574 DB Cooper-14807FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 9/13/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
(Priority)

TO :	DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FBI Date: 9/13/76
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
(Priority)

TO :	DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

Sub O
MONTHLY SUMMARY
Re Seattle airtel to the Bureau, dated 8/6/76.
SUSPECTS
There are currently 840 suspects, 819 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed and appropriate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspects .re under consideration at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 
2 - Bureau (164-2111) 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/jcb. (5)
!
164-81-7081
Approved:
Sent
M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U.S.Government Printing Offic:
DB Cooper-14808OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION QSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
9/13/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Seattle memo of
dated 8/6/76.
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On 8/30/76, Washington State Penitentiary, b6 Walla Walla, Washington, advised that EDWARD RAY BYTHEWAY, in- mate number 119124, DOB 11/29/40 has been at the penitentiary since May, of
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On 8/30/76, Washington State Penitentiary, b6 Walla Walla, Washington, advised that EDWARD RAY BYTHEWAY, in- mate number 119124, DOB 11/29/40 has been at the penitentiary since May, of 1961 to 6/28/76, when he was paroled to Seattle, Washington. stated that he received a call from the Seattle Police Department this morning that BYTHEWAY died of a drug overdose yesterday. . BYTHEWAY had been convicted of robbery from King County and was paroled Seattle, Washington. stated that housing records are kept by the individuals name and not by cell number. It is impossible to tell from the records what inmates lived together. stated that he would inquire of the guards as to BYTHEWAYS's roommates over the years.
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On 8/31/76, both advised that BYTHEWAY had two roommates, A check of prison records revealed that were in custody during November, 1971. 2)- Seattle (164-81) EMB/ors
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164-81-7082
SEARCHED ............... INDEXED, SERIALIZED ............. FILED, SEP 1 3 1976 FBI - SEATTLE 
5010-110
Buy U.
INDEXED, SERIALIZED ............. FILED, SEP 1 3 1976 FBI - SEATTLE 
5010-110
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D. C. 20537 REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION
September 8, 1976

YOUR FILE NO.	164-81
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

TO:
SAC, Seattle
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE: Airtel 8/13/76 EXAMIN ATION REQUESTED BY: Seattle SPECIMENS:
The unidentified latent prints in this case are not identical with the major case prints of b6 b7c
164-81-7083
SEARCHED INDEXED
SERIAL IZED FILED
Contrato Cla
TESLA SEATTLE Irector
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-14810SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (T)
9/15/76
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Re memo of SA ROBERT H. WICK dated 6/10/76.
SEATTLE Irector
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-14810SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (T)
9/15/76
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Re memo of SA ROBERT H. WICK dated 6/10/76.
is being investigated concerning his involvement in captioned matter because he supposedly resembles the artist's composite of UNSUB at the time and has airborn training in the U. S. Army.
Investigation has revealed, however, that would have been his opinion did not resemble the at the time of the hijacking. He is 6'2", 190 lbs., with blue eyes. A review of his Washington State Drivers License indicates an individual who does not at all resemble artist's composite of UNSUB. WSP, Vancouver District, Vancouver, Washington, advised after looking at the NORJAK artist's composites that in composites very much. further advised that does not possess a dark complexion.
In view of the fact that investigation to date has failed to reveal any information which would indicate that is involved in captioned matter, no further inves- tigation will be conducted concerning him at this time.
ARMED & DANGEROUS
2 - Seattle RNN/ljt (2)
EliminAte
164-81-2084
SEARCHED .
of the fact that investigation to date has failed to reveal any information which would indicate that is involved in captioned matter, no further inves- tigation will be conducted concerning him at this time.
ARMED & DANGEROUS
2 - Seattle RNN/ljt (2)
EliminAte
164-81-2084
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SAC. PORTLAND	(164-41)
SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)

9/16/76
HORJAN 00: GEARELE DUFILE 164-2111
RD:
Re Portland letter to Seattle dated 4/14/76.
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Referenced communication set forth lead for the Portland Division to conduct an investigation at Diamond Lake, Oregon. To date Seattle has not received results of that investigation. Portland is requested to forward Seattle results of investigation at Diamond Lake, Oregon.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
KAN : skh (5) Portland Seattle
&
DB Cooper-14812
164-81-7085

SAC, PORELAND	(164-41)
SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)

9/16/76
HORJAK
SEATTLE BUFILE 164-2111
RD:
Re Portland lettor to Seattle dated 4/14/76.
PORELAND	(164-41)
SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)

9/16/76
HORJAK
SEATTLE BUFILE 164-2111
RD:
Re Portland lettor to Seattle dated 4/14/76.
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Referenced communication set forth lead for the Portland Division to conduct an investigation at Diamond Lake, Oregon. To date Seattle has not received results of that investigation. Portland is requested to forward seattle results of investigation at Diamond Lake, Oregon.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
3 Portland Seattle
RAN : skh (5)
DB Cooper-14813
164-81-7085NF 164-41 CPK : dbi
1
On September 8, 1976, the following investigation was conducted by SA of the Norfolk b6 b7C
Division :
Military Personnel Office, Fort Monroe, Virginia, advised that he would be unable to provide the Army Military Field Personnel File of Social
Security Account Number (SSAN) to the FBI for personal review. He advised that under the provisions of the Army Privacy Program, certain information could be disclosed from file in response to specific questions
in accordance with Army Regulation 340-21, Paragraph 3-2G; however, Paragraph 3-2b of this same regulation restricts disclosure of certain other information.
be disclosed from file in response to specific questions
in accordance with Army Regulation 340-21, Paragraph 3-2G; however, Paragraph 3-2b of this same regulation restricts disclosure of certain other information.
The following responses were made by from the field personnel file of
Name
Rank
Serial Number
Not disclosed
Current Assignment
Fort Monroe, Virginia
Date of Birth Place of Birth
Not set out in file
Height
Not disclosed
Weight
Not disclosed
Eyes
Not disclosed
Hair
Not disclosed
Arrival at Fort Monroe Assignment
Previous Assignments
Not disclosed
Washington, D. C. ;
164-81-7086
CEADENTED
IND.ED STANDARD FICO SEP 1 A 1976 TO-SEATTLE
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Fort Jackson, South
Carolina:
Pennsylvania
Original Entry Point into U. S. Army Date of Enlistment
Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Initial Assignment Upon Enlistment
Fort Benning, Georgia Not disclosed
Home of Record Local Residenco
Address Marital Status Number of Dependents Specialized Military Schools
Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Civilian Educational Level Military Educational Level
Master's Degree - Political Science
advised that the U.
Residenco
Address Marital Status Number of Dependents Specialized Military Schools
Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Civilian Educational Level Military Educational Level
Master's Degree - Political Science
advised that the U. S. Army Finance Center at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, should have records revealing exact leave dates taken by all time in the military.
for
Quoting from Paragraph 3-2G of Army Regulation 340-21, advised that any member's field personnel file can be personally reviewed by an agency or instrumentality of any Governmental jurisdiction within or under the control of the United States for a civil or criminal law enforcement activity
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if the activity is authorized by law, and if the head of the agency or instrumentality has mado a written request to the Department of the Army specifying the particular portion of the record desired and the law enforcement activity for which the record is sought.
DB Cooper-148169/10/76
AIRT EL

TO:	.SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72)
FROM:	SAC, NORFOLK (164-41) (P)
DB Cooper-148169/10/76
AIRT EL

TO:	.SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72)
FROM:	SAC, NORFOLK (164-41) (P)
NORJAK

(00:
SEATTLE)
Bufile 164-2111
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Re Alexandria airtel to Seattle dated 8/3/76.
Enclosed for Seattle is the original and five copies, and for Alexandria two copies, of an investigative insert reflecting investigation at Fort Monroe, Virginia.
For the information of Seattle and Alexandria, the current assignment of is as the b6
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Virginia, and this position is apparently sensitive in nature.
A request to conduct a review of: field personnel file at Fort Monroe, Virginia, on 9/8/76 met with negative results. contacted
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in this regard, acting on the advice of allowed the disclosure of only certain data from file, and refused disclosure of certain other data specifically requested. cited U. S. Army Regulation 340-21, Paragraph 3-2G, under the subject,
2
- Alexandria (Enc. 2) Seattle (164-81) (Enc.
Army Regulation 340-21, Paragraph 3-2G, under the subject,
2
- Alexandria (Enc. 2) Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 6)
Norfolk
CPK : db1 (6)
164-81-7087
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED SEP1 6 1976 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-14817NF 164-41
"Army Privacy Program" for the information released, and Paragraph 3-2b of the same regulation for the information refused.
On 9/10/76, Military Intelligence Group (MIG) , Fort Monroe, Virginia, was similarly unable to gain access to field personnel file on behalf of the Norfolk Division.
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It is noted, however, that the Alexandria Division did not meet with a similar problem when review was made of official "main" personnel file at the U. S. b6 Army Willtary Personnel Center (USA MILPERCEN) at Alexandria,
b7C Virginia.
Set out in the enclosed investigative insert is the information disclosed by as well as b6 b7c
the headings for the information where disclosure was not made to specific questions asked of Additionally, was probably obligated to provide a self-photograph to his file each time he received a promotion, which should also be in big
where disclosure was not made to specific questions asked of Additionally, was probably obligated to provide a self-photograph to his file each time he received a promotion, which should also be in big "main" file.
For the added information of the Seattle Division, the MIG Group at Fort Monroe, Virginia, has developed unsubstantiated information from an undisclosed source that is a qualified skydiver and possible current b6 member of the Peninsula Divers Club at Suffolk, Virginia. b7C
It is believed that the above skydiver's club caters' only to experienced akydivers falling into two groups; those with 100 jumps or more, and those with 200 jumps or more. MIG further discloses that b6 Fort Lonroe, b7c
Virginia, also is a member of the above skydiving club.
LEADS
ALEXANDRIA
AT USA HILPERCEN, ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA. Will conduct
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a second review of the official military personnel file of SSAN with a view towards b6 obtaining the information not disclosed at Fort Monroe, Virginia, as set out in the enclosed investigative insert. SEATTLE
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AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will upon receipt of Alexandria investigation advise Norfolk if interview of Fort.
SEATTLE
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AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will upon receipt of Alexandria investigation advise Norfolk if interview of Fort. b6 b7C
Nonroe, Virginia, should be considered.
NORFOLK
AT SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA. Will verify existence of Peningula Divers Club in an attempt to discreetly determine if is a current member. b6
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DB Cooper-148199/16/76
AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80)
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT : NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
Reurlet, 8/27/76.
The information available to Seattle at the present time indicates that should not be considered a suspect in this matter.
Kansas City is requested to advise Seattle of physical description, as well as provide a photo- graph if one is available. In addition, Kansas City is requested, based on their investigation to date, to evaluate the evidence and facts presently known about and make a determination whether any further investigation concerning him as possibly being identical with UNSUB in this matter is warranted at this time.
It is noted that if further leads are set out by Kansas City, the names and addresses of those :
known about and make a determination whether any further investigation concerning him as possibly being identical with UNSUB in this matter is warranted at this time.
It is noted that if further leads are set out by Kansas City, the names and addresses of those Iowa, by during the Thanksgiving Holidays in 1971, should be obtained and they should be con- tacted.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Kansas City 3'- Seattle RNN : jsh (5)
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164-71-7088
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
Reurlet, 8/27/76.
The information available to Seattle at the present time indicates that should not be considered a suspect in this matter.
Kansas City is requested to advise Seattle of physical description, as well as provide a photo- graph if one is available. In addition, Kansas City is requested, based on their investigation to date, to evaluate the evidence and facts presently known about and make a determination whether any further investigation concerning him ad possibly being identical with UNSUB in this matter is warranted at this time.
In addition, Kansas City is requested, based on their investigation to date, to evaluate the evidence and facts presently known about and make a determination whether any further investigation concerning him ad possibly being identical with UNSUB in this matter is warranted at this time.
It is noted that if further leads are sot out by Kansas City, the names and addresses of those 
Iowa, by during the Thanksgiving Holidays in 1971, should be obtained and they should be con- tacted.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Kansas City 3 - Seattle RNN: jsb (5) 1
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AIRTEL

TO:	SAC, ATLANTA	(164-254)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
Seattle
RE :
.
Reurairtel, 9/2/76.
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For the information of Atlanta, the president of Northwest Orient Airlines has previously offered a finder's fee of $25, 000 total reward or 15% of any portion of the recovered ransom money. In addition, the Seattle "Post- Intelligencer" newspaper has offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of UNSUB.
In addition, the Seattle "Post- Intelligencer" newspaper has offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of UNSUB. Finally, a Portland newspaper has offered a $1,000 reward for the first $20 bill belonging to the D. B. COOPER ransom money, to be turned in to that newspaper. To date, these are the only rewards being offered in this matter, and there has been no guarantee by any of the people offering the rewards that they would not be withdrawn at any time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2 - Atlanta 3) - Seattle RIN: jsb (5)
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9/16/76
AIRTEL

TO:	SAC, ATLANTA	(164-254)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
Seattle
RE:
Reurairtel, 9/2/76.
For the information of Atlanta, the president of Northwest Orient Airlines has previously offered a finder's fec of $25,000 total reward or 15% of any portion of the recovered ranson money. In addition, the Seattle "Post- Intelligencer" newspaper has offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and
In addition, the Seattle "Post- Intelligencer" newspaper has offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of UNSUB. Finally, a Portland newspaper has offered a $1,000 reward for the first $20 bill belonging to the D. B. COOPER ransom money, to be turned in to that newspaper. To date, these are the only rewards being offered in this matter, and there has been no guarantee by any of the people offering the rewards that they would not be withdrawn at any time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
- Atlanta 3 - Seattle RNN : jsb / (5) 1:
164-01-7087
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
₹
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
9/16/76
FROM :
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
CAA - AIR PIRACY
00: SEATTLE
Re Seattle airtel, 5/24/76. Contact has been maintained with anonymous source at United Air Lines but no further information concerning D. B. COOPER suspect has been developed.
5010-110
Seattle San Francisco BHC/cad 3)
164-81-7090

SEARCHED	INDEXED.
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Seattle San Francisco BHC/cad 3)
164-81-7090

SEARCHED	INDEXED.
SERIALIZED 

FILED SEP18
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IN

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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
9/16/76
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
NORJAK CAA - AIR PIRACY 00: SEATTLE
Re Seattle airtel, 5/24/76.
Contact has been maintained with anonymous source at United Air Lines but no further information concerning D. B. COOPER suspect has been developed.
2 - Seattle I - San Francisco BHC/cad (3)
264-81-2020
Fc! - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-14825FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription, 8/20/76
LiQ
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was interviewed
at her place of residence. After being informed of the official identity of the interviewing Agent, was advised of the nature of the inquiry. then furnished the following information:
advised that who is presently out of town but would return shortly.
then furnished the following information:
advised that who is presently out of town but would return shortly. advised that in 1971, of the North Dakota Credit Union League and they resided in Jamestown, North Dakota.
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advised that in 1971, was selected to represent the United States in Uganda, South Africa as a of the Marketing Society in Uganda. stated
that this essentially involved the application of of Uganda. advised that this selection was made and coordinated by the U.S. Department of State pursuant to the AID Program.
b6 b7C particular skills as a to the government
advised that they left North Dakota in late November and after spending some time with relatives in Iowa arrived in Washington, D.C. where they were briefed by State Department officials during the last week in November, 1971. advised that she could not recall the exact dates of these briefings nor their departure from North Dakota' but added that the governor of North Dakota gave them a going-away party prior to their departure.
that she could not recall the exact dates of these briefings nor their departure from North Dakota' but added that the governor of North Dakota gave them a going-away party prior to their departure.
added that arrived in Athens, Greece, on and arrived b7C
in Uganda on
related that one
(phonetic) coordinated much of this program at the State Department.

Interviewed on	8/9/76	164-81-7091 Liberty, Missouri KC 164-80 -. 5 al File #
SE 164-81
SA by	8/16/76 Dale dictated

This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency: il ond its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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advised that
departed
Uganda on or about on the last commercial flight out of the country. left the country
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advised that the political and military situation in Uganda at this time had deteriorated to the point that it was considered unwise for Americans to remain.
stated that then became the of the New York Credit Union League and they briefly resided in Matawan, New Jersey, before moving to Castleton on Hudson, New York, where they remained until when they moved to Liberty, Missouri.
added that six months. preceded her to Liberty by approximately is presently employed with the Straus Fuchs Organization as at the 10 Main Center, Kansas City, Missouri.
displayed the issues of Credit Union Magazine which bore photograph on the cover.
advised that she is certain that spent the Thanksgiving holidays with
in lowa, but would consult with to be sure.
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Date of transcription
8/20/76
Luke
and employed as the Strauss Fuchs Organization, Inc., Ten Main Center, furnished the following information :
advised that to supplement information
furnished by he would add that the programs operated through the State Department in
, Ten Main Center, furnished the following information :
advised that to supplement information
furnished by he would add that the programs operated through the State Department in which he was involved were the ACDE (Agriculture Development) International which is a division of AID (Aid to International Development ). added that one U.S. Department of State, is acquainted with and his background. added that prior to leaving for Uganda, he completed lengthy and detailed forms for the State Department and his background was thoroughly screened.
advised that his primary function in Uganda
revolved around
for the government of Uganda, South Africa.
advised that he is a licensed pilot and often flies the company aircraft on various business trips when his schedule will permit it.
stated that he were visiting Iowa, during the Thanksgiving holidays, 1971, prior to their departure to Uganda.

Interviewed on	8/10/76 Kansas City, Missouri at Filo	164-81-7092
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on	8/10/76 Kansas City, Missouri at Filo	164-81-7092
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81
)
DATE: 9/15/76
FROM
: SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80)
-P-
RE: FILE DESTRUCTION PROGRAM
SUBJECT: NORJAK (Title)
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ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS. DO NOT BLOCK STAMP.
Enclosed are 2 items of evidentiary nature. These items are forwarded your office since you were OO at the time our case was RUC'd. Enclosures are described as follows:
1. FD-302 interview of
8/9/76.
2. FD-302 interview of
8/10/76.
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FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-14829SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, DENVER (164-98)(P) NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
9/15/76
Re New Haven airtel to Director, 6/25/76. Enclosed for Seattle are the following:
1) One copy of Warranty Deed regarding condominium
purchased by
in Teton County, Wyoming, in 11/72.
2) One copy of Mortgage Deed regarding same condominium.
Jackson, Evoming. was contacted regarding this matter on 7/30 and 8/11/76. advised on the latter date that as joint tenants. purchased a condominium, Wyoming, on 11/24/72, from a Wyoming corporation. According to their records, this condominium was financed through Provident Federal Savings and Loan Association, Casper, Wyoming, with mortgage in the principal sum of $33,000 together with interest. The only other property owned by the according to Teton County records is a 1973 Ford Bronco, which was purchased 12/15/72, in Connecticut and which was financed through Eastern Airlines Credit
The only other property owned by the according to Teton County records is a 1973 Ford Bronco, which was purchased 12/15/72, in Connecticut and which was financed through Eastern Airlines Credit Union, Miami, Florida. made available copies of the Warranty Deed and Mortgage Deed concerning the above-mentioned condominium.
2'- Seattle (Encs. 2) (RM) 1 - New Haven ( Info) 2 - Denver WFS/kjg (5)
164-81-7094
SEASONED PIA SERVED SEP 18 1976 FEI-SEATTLE
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YOUR FILE NO.	164-91
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

September 16, 1976
TO: SAC, San Diego
RE: NORJACK
REFERENCE: Airtel 9/7/76
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: San Diego SPECIMENS:
The previously reported latent prints in the captioned case are not identical with the fingerprints of born
Army service
Palm prints of this individual are not available in Identification Division files.
REQUESTED BY: San Diego SPECIMENS:
The previously reported latent prints in the captioned case are not identical with the fingerprints of born
Army service
Palm prints of this individual are not available in Identification Division files.
2
Seattle (164-81)
1641-81-7095

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Clarence Mi. Kelley, Director FBI -SEATTLE {
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
DATE: 9/21/76
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE :
Re Seattle airtel to the Bureau dated 5/24/76.
For the information of the Bureau and other receiving offices, investigation by the Denver Division has revealed that the rumor alluded to in referenced com- munication possil ly concerns who has been eliminated as a possible suspect in this matter. In view of this, no further investigation will be conducted concerning this aspect of the investigation.
In view of this, no further investigation will be conducted concerning this aspect of the investigation.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (164-2111)
1 - Denver (164-98) (Info)
1. - San Francisco (]64-220) (Info)
(3- Seattle (164-Sa)
RNN : arm
(7) 
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In Reply, Please Refer to File No.
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Seattle, Washington September 23, 1976
RE: UNKNOWN SUBJECT;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES,
PORTLAND, OREGON, TO
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON,
FLIGHT 305;
HIJACKING
NOVEMBER 24, 1971
The Seattle Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation received a letter, dated April 24, 1976,
from
APO, New York,
stated in the letter, "I may have infor- mation on the D. B. Cooper case. I received such information on this individual in September, 1973, at Fort Lewis, Washington. Whether it be true or not, I do not know. I was at Fort Lewis, 11
Investigation by the New York Division revealed Armed Forces Post Office, New York, is
I was at Fort Lewis, 11
Investigation by the New York Division revealed Armed Forces Post Office, New York, is assigned to Kaefetal-Sandhofen, Germany.
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS NEITHER RECOMMENDATIONS NOR CONCLUSIONS OF THE FBI. IT IS THE PROPERTY OF THE FBI AND IS LOANED TO YOUR AGENCY; IT AND ITS CONTENTS ARE NOT TO BE DISTRIBUTED OUTSIDE YOUR AGENCY.
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Seattle, Washington September 23, 1976
RE: UNKNOWN SUBJECT;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES,
PORTLAND, OREGON, TO
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON,
FLIGHT 305;
HIJACKING
NOVEMBER 24, 1971
The Seattle Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation received a letter, dated April 24, 1976.
from
APO, New York,
stated in the letter, "I may have infor- mation on the D. B. Cooper case. I received such information on this individual in September, 1973, at Fort Lewis, Washington. Whether it be true or not.
I received such information on this individual in September, 1973, at Fort Lewis, Washington. Whether it be true or not. I do not know. I was at Fort Lewis,
Investigation by the New York Division revealed Armed Forces Post Office, New York, is assigned to Kaefetal-Sandhofen, Germany.
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS NEITHER RECOMMENDATIONS NOR CONCLUSIONS OF THE FBI. IT IS THE PROPERTY OF THE FBI AND IS. LOANED TO YOUR AGENCY; IT AND ITS CONTENTS ARE NOT TO BE DISTRIBUTED OUTSIDE YOUR AGENCY.
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Memorandum
TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
DATE: 9/23/76
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
. Re Seattle airtel to New York, dated 5/14/76. Enclosed are six (6) copies of a Letterhead Memorandum.
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
The Bureau is requested to have Legat, Bonn, contact to determine any information he may have concerning this matter. ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (164-2111) (Encl 6) (3- Seattle (164-81 RNN/jcb (5)
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2 - Bureau (164-2111) (Encl 6) (3- Seattle (164-81 RNN/jcb (5)
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164-81-7098
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NMENT
TO :
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
DATE:
9/23/76
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
. Re Seattle airtel to New York, dated 5/14/76.
Enclosed are six (6) copies of a Letterhead
Memorandum.
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
The Bureau is requested to have Legat, Bonn, contact to determine any information he may have concerning this matter. ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (164-2111) (Encl 6) 
(3)- Seattle (164-81
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TO
:
ADIC, NEW YORK (164-627)
DATE: 9/23/76
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
(BUFile 164-2111)
RE :
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6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
ADIC, NEW YORK (164-627)
DATE: 9/23/76
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
(BUFile 164-2111)
RE :
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Re Seattle letter to New York dated 5/14/76 and Detroit letter to New York dated 2/6/76.
Because of the number of serials contained in Seattle's file, it is impossible to locate Detroit's letter to New York dated 2/6/76 or even to determine if a copy has been sent to Seattle by Detroit.
New York is requested to forward a copy of Detroit's letter to New York dated 2/6/76 so that Seattle is aware of all investigation being conducted concerning this matter.
ARMED' AND DANGEROUS. 
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TO :
ADIC, NEW YORK (164-627)
DATE: 9/23/76
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FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE (BUFile 164-2111)
RE :
Re Seattle letter to New York dated 5/14/76 and Detroit letter to New York dated 2/6/76.
DATE: 9/23/76
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FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE (BUFile 164-2111)
RE :
Re Seattle letter to New York dated 5/14/76 and Detroit letter to New York dated 2/6/76.
Because of the number of serials contained in Seattle's file, it is impossible to locate Detroit's letter to New York dated 2/6/76 or even to determine if a copy has been sent to Seattle by Detroit.
New York is requested to forward a copy of Detroit's letter to New York dated 2/6/76 so that Seattle is aware of all investigation being conducted concerning this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - New York (164-621} 
3 - Seattle (164-81)
RNN/jh
(5)
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72) (RUC)
NORJAK
(00: SE)
Bufile:
164-2111
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No further information of value can be obtained by a
second review of the Official Personnel File of
SSAN file at USA, MILPERCEN, Alexandria, Virginia, does not contain specific information relative to his exact days of leave or
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No further information of value can be obtained by a
second review of the Official Personnel File of
SSAN file at USA, MILPERCEN, Alexandria, Virginia, does not contain specific information relative to his exact days of leave or vacation. LEADS:
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: It is being left to the discretion of the office of origin to set out a lead to Indianapolis to review records at the U. S. Army Finance Center, at Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, to determine his exact leave date.
2-Seattle 2-Norfolk (164-41) 1-Alexandria LSH: kar (5)
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TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
9/23/76
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
by
was suggested as a suspect in this matter stated is an employee of
Boeing, who works According to was a paratrooper during the Korean War and bears a/strong resemblence to the artist composite of unknown subject.
[A review of Boeing file reveals that he was born in , which would make him at the time of the hijacking.
[A review of Boeing file reveals that he was born in , which would make him at the time of the hijacking. He is 5'10%" tall, 160 pounds, and has from Drexel Institute of Technology in Philadelphia.
driver's license indicated he is 5'11", 160 pounds, and a review of his photograph on his driver's license, which was issued on reveals a white male with very curly light brown hair. does not resemble the artist composite of unknown subject.
A check with St. Louis concerning military record revealed that no one by the name of . SSAN possesses a military record.
In view of the above, no further investigation will be conducted concerning at this time. (3) ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
9/23/76
FROM :
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile .164-2111
RE:
was suggested as a suspect in this matter by stated is an employee of Boeing, who works According to was a paratrooper during the Korean War and bears astrong resemblence to the artist composite of unknown subject.
[A review of Boeing file reveals that he was born in which would make him at the time of the hijacking. He is 5'10%" tall, 160 pounds, and has from Drexel Institute of Technology in Philadelphia.
driver's license indicated he is 5'11", 160 pounds, and a review of his photograph on his driver's license, which was issued on nowaals a white male with very curly light brown hair. does not resemble the artist composite of unknown subject.
A check with St. Louis concerning military record revealed that no one by the name of SSAN possesses a military record.
Louis concerning military record revealed that no one by the name of SSAN possesses a military record.
In view of the above, no further investigation will be conducted concerning at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO:	SAC, LOS	ANGELES (164-497)
FROM:	SAC, MILWAUKEE (164-36) (P)

SUBJECT:
NORJACK
00:
SEATTLE
On 9/20/76,
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stated had just visited him in b6 b7C
and. she told him the following :.
She said about two or three months ago, she was in a restaurant. in North Hollywood, California, called "Horseshoe Jacks.
She said about two or three months ago, she was in a restaurant. in North Hollywood, California, called "Horseshoe Jacks." There were three males in a booth nearby and she overheard them talking of a mutual friend who was an avid skydiver and who owned a Land Rover vehicle. apparently had worked at the gas station where the three men worked.
had apparently told them how to hijack a plane, b6 parachute and hide the money, etc. after captioned hijack b7c occurred.
also had apparently been gone for four days when captioned hijack occurred and because of all this, they suspected LNU of committing NORJACK.
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LOS ANGELES DIVISION
At Bacino. California
Contact
for complete details of what she overheard and thereafter attempt to locate the three men at the gas station in an effort to further identify LNO.
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TO
:
SAC, COLUMBIA . (164-48)
DATE:
9/23/76
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
... RE:
Re Columbia airtel to Seattle, dated 6/16/76; and Charlotte letter to Seattle, dated 4/30/76.
In Charlotte letter to Seattle, dated 4/30/76, the Union County Credit Bureau furnished information that was placed in their files.in December, 1971, was employed at Modern Mobile Homes and was living at Columbia, South Carolina.
In Columbia's airtel to Seattle, dated 6/16/76, investigation was set out for the Columbia Division.
In Columbia's airtel to Seattle, dated 6/16/76, investigation was set out for the Columbia Division. To date, the results of that investigation has not been received by the Seattle Division and Columbia is requested to forward those results as well as the results of the following investigation, to Seattle.
LEADS:
COLUMBIA DIVISION
At Columbia, South Carolina
Will determine if was employed at Modern Mobile Homes in Columbia, on 11/24/71.
.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Columbia (164-48) 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/jcb (5)
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TO	:	SAC, COLUMBIA . (164-48)
FROM	:	: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

DATE:
9/23/76
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Re Columbia airtel to Seattle, dated 6/16/76; and Charlotte letter to Seattle, dated 4/30/76.