</s>OFFICIAL FORM NO. 19 8010-108 GEA GEL REG. NO. 7 GEA GEN. REG. No. 7 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO SAG 56-156 DATE: 6/17/68 FROM : SA RICHARD BUCARO SUBJECT: KENSALT The names Ellen Gruder and Kallellen appear in the subject's notebook and are unidentified/filed to date. These names appear in this subject's same general area as does the name Peggy Osterkamp and may also be associated with the period of subject's employment on the horse farm. LEAD AT CORONA, CALIF. Contact LAURA BRAUS of Granja Vista Del Rio Farms to determine if the names Ellen Gruber and Kallellen are known to her. (It is noted that SA BLANTON has contacted KRAUS previously) Also, the name Pinecraft Restaurant appears/in subject's notebook, as well as Frank Donutrua, Sol Sanjeanino. Pinecraft Restaurant is in Corona and at was noted that Donaruma's wife, first name, unknown, worked there in 1966. LEAD at CORONa, CALifORNIA Make inquiry at Pinecraft Restaurant re subject and display his photo for all info available. 26: 150-180 RB (3) SEARCHABLE: SERIALIZED INDEXED JUN 1 81966 Au-LOS ANGELES Benton 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary  
The documents detail FBI investigative efforts related to Robert F. Kennedy’s assassination on June 5, 1968, focusing on Sirhan Bishara Sirian as a suspect. Investigations include interviews with Terry Mickey Welch, who described Sirian’s employment at Granja Vista Del Rio horse farm in Corona, California, and his personality changes following a 1966 horse-related accident. The FBI sought information about Sirian’s associates, including Frank Donutrua, Peggy Osterkamp, and others connected to the horse farm or Pinecraft Restaurant. Records from the Ambassador Hotel and Woodbury College were checked for potential witnesses or connections. The Bureau also pursued leads on Faridie Monghate, an Iranian student linked to Sirian, and interviewed individuals such as Dr. Ross Miller and Richard McGee regarding attendees of RFK’s speech at the hotel. A separate case references a 22-caliber long rifle used in a murder trial in Seattle, Washington, potentially relevant to Sirhan’s defense. Lorena Kurz claimed her neighbor (of Arabic nationality) may have conspired with Sirian to kill Senator KENNEDLY (likely RFK). Munir Bishara Salameh (#665 666), possibly a relative or associate of Sirian, faced deportation proceedings and charges related to marijuana possession.  

Key People  
- **Sirhan Bishara Sirian**: Suspect in RFK’s assassination; described by Welch as a former horse farm worker with personality changes after a 1966 accident.  
- **Terry Mickey Welch**: Provided details about Sirian’s employment, relationships, and alleged political views.  
- **Frank Donutrua**: Mentioned as a boss at Granja Vista Del Rio; associated with Sirian.  
- **Dr. Ross Miller**: Provided a list of attendees at the Ambassador Hotel during RFK’s speech on June 14, 1968.  
- **Richard McGee**: Campaign coordinator for RFK’s Senate campaign; noted no hostesses were present at the event.  
- **Faridie Monghate**: Iranian student linked to Sirian via Woodbury College records; investigated for potential connections.  
- **Munir Bishara Salameh (#665 666)**: Faced deportation proceedings and charges related to marijuana possession; possibly a relative or associate of Sirian.  
- **Lorena Kurz**: Claimed her neighbor (of Arabic nationality) may have conspired with Sirian to kill Senator KENNEDLY.  

Key Locations  
- **Granja Vista Del Rio (Corona, California)**: Horse farm where Sirian worked before his 1966 accident.  
- **Ambassador Hotel (Los Angeles, California)**: Site of RFK’s speech and the assassination; key location for witness interviews.  
- **Santa Anita Race Track**: Where Sirian briefly worked after his horse farm employment.  
- **Woodbury College (Los Angeles, California)**: Checked for records on Faridie Monghate.  
- **Seattle, Washington**: Murder trial referenced in FBI ballistics investigation involving a 22-caliber long rifle.  
- **Los Angeles County Jail**: Where Munir Sirhan was detained under juvenile court jurisdiction.  

Key Events  
- **June 4, 1968**: Sirian allegedly attempted to pay a female hostess at the Ambassador Hotel’s Rafferty Room with a $20 tip, which Welch described as an incident of interest.  
- **June 5–11, 1968**: FBI interviews with hotel staff, including waiters Haver China and Frank Quiniquez, to investigate Sirian’s presence at the Ambassador Hotel.  
- **June 14, 1968**: RFK’s speech at the Ambassador Hotel; attendees were interviewed for potential witness accounts.  
- **1966 Horse Accident**: Sirian sustained critical injuries at Granja Vista Del Rio, leading to personality changes and alleged resentment toward wealth.  
- **1967 Juvenile Detention**: Munir Sirhan was charged with murder and placed on probation under juvenile court jurisdiction.  
- **Deportation Proceedings (1967)**: Munir Bishara Salameh (#665 666) faced deportation orders.  
- **FBI Ballistics Investigation (1968)**: Reference to a 22-caliber long rifle used in a murder trial in Seattle, potentially relevant to Sirhan’s case.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted interviews, reviewed records, and coordinated investigations into Sirian’s background and connections.  
- **Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department**: Managed juvenile detention and probation for Munir Sirhan.  
- **United States Immigration and Naturalization Service**: Handled deportation proceedings against Munir Bishara Salameh.  
- **Juvenile Court of Los Angeles County**: Oversaw Munir Sirhan’s probation and legal proceedings.  
- **Superior Court of California, Los Angeles County**: Involved in cases related to Sirian and Munir Bishara Salameh.

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