</s>report. The report stated Mrs. Anita Stewart was present during meetings in late 1967, and early 1968, where Thyson, James hoffa Jr ., and Leonard Davis were discussing the possibility of the Senate's name was mentioned, both thyson and Hoffa made statements to the effect that if Kennedy was nominated he would be killed. -1.193- -2026 RELEASE UNDERED-0-14178-

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The text contains witness statements and testimonies related to the assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy on June 5, 1968, at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. Key accounts include: Mrs. Anita Stewart’s presence during meetings where discussions about Kennedy’s potential nomination were held, with Thyson and James Hoffa Jr. stating they would kill him if nominated. Karl UECKER was the first to restrain Sirhan after the shooting. Anna UHILIK received a letter from her sister claiming Kennedy was shot in the head before a retraction was announced. Jesse UnRUH described witnessing five to ten shots fired during the speech, noting Sirhan’s actions and his interaction with police. Lisa Urso observed Sirhan firing multiple shots at close range while Kennedy reached for his ears. Mohammad Vafie attended a Peace and Freedom Party meeting on May 21, 1968. Mrs. Valentine denied managing a motel where Sirhan resided. Mario Valenzuela recalled seeing Sirhan at Santa Anita Race Track one-and-a-half years prior. Manju Vallejo allegedly threatened to “get you like we got Kennedy,” though he denied making the statement. Ernest Vallero reported a man resembling Sirhan seeking employment at the Ambassador Hotel. Theodora Van Amerssoort knew Mary Sirhan but could not confirm her knowledge of the assassination. Edward Van Antwerp described his relationship with Sirhan, including their shared living arrangements and Sirhan’s political views. Diane Vanderbof received a report about Kennedy being shot in Eureka before it was publicly known. Virginia Vandergriff sold a ticket to someone resembling Sirhan on April 12, 1968. John Van Horn was linked to Skyways but had no employment record. Lea P. Van Olinda reported a phone call from Michael Chamberlain discussing the assassination. Henri Vartanian knew Sirhan and Munir Sirhan since 1958 but noted they never discussed politics. John Walker, an English professor, could not recall Sirhan as a student. Richard B. Walker described transporting a wounded individual to Kaiser Hospital. Vera Walker identified a blond woman or Fahey at the hotel on June 4, 1968. Mary Wall claimed Sirhan was in line to enter the Embassy Room. Betty Wansink knew Sirhan’s family but noted they avoided socializing. Louis Warschaw, a Kennedy staffer, received a threatening letter stating FBI and Secret Service could not prevent Kennedy’s death. Michael Wayne was present in the serving pantry during the shooting and fled the scene. John Weidner employed Sirhan as a stock boy until March 7, 1968, noting his political views against Israel and U.S. policies, and his eventual termination due to disputes over wages.  

Key People:  
- **Sirhan Sirhan**: Central figure; accused of assassinating RFK. Witness accounts describe his actions during the shooting, employment history, and political beliefs.  
- **Anita Stewart**: Reported discussions about Kennedy’s potential nomination and threats against him.  
- **Karl UECKER**: First to restrain Sirhan post-assassination.  
- **Anna UHILIK**: Received a letter claiming RFK was shot before public knowledge.  
- **Jesse UnRUH**: Witnessed the shooting, described Sirhan’s actions, and interaction with police.  
- **Lisa Urso**: Observed Sirhan firing multiple shots at close range.  
- **Edward Van Antwerp**: Shared living arrangements with Sirhan; noted his political views.  
- **Louis Warschaw**: Kennedy staffer who received a threatening letter.  
- **Michael Wayne**: Present in the serving pantry during the shooting, fled the scene.  
- **John Weidner**: Employed Sirhan as a stock boy; documented his political statements and eventual termination.  

Key Locations:  
- **Ambassador Hotel (Los Angeles)**: Site of the assassination; key locations include the Embassy Room, kitchen, and pantry.  
- **Santa Anita Race Track**: Where Valenzuela claimed to have seen Sirhan one-and-a-half years prior.  
- **Organic Pasadena**: Store where Sirhan worked as a stock boy.  
- **San Gabriel Valley Gun Club**: Mentioned in Weaver’s account of shooting activities.  

Key Events:  
- **Assassination of RFK on June 5, 1968**: Occurred at the Ambassador Hotel; multiple witnesses described the shooting and Sirhan’s actions.  
- **Threatening statements**: Including a letter received by Warschaw stating FBI and Secret Service could not prevent Kennedy’s death.  
- **Witness accounts of the shooting**: Detailed descriptions from UnRUH, Urso, and Weaver.  
- **Employment history of Sirhan**: Worked at Organic Pasadena until March 7, 1968; noted political views against Israel and U.S. policies.  

Key Organizations:  
- **FBI/Secret Service**: Mentioned in threatening letters as unable to prevent the assassination.  
- **Peace and Freedom Party**: Vafie attended a meeting on May 21, 1968.  
- **Labor Commission**: Involved in Sirhan’s termination dispute with Weidner.

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