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Summary  
The documents detail FBI investigations into threats against Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) during his 1968 presidential campaign, spanning May–June 1968. On June 5, 1968, Joseph Willard "Pappy" Luke in Raymond, Texas, reported an encounter with an unidentified man described as Caucasian, aged 25–28, with dark complexion, short vertical scars on his cheeks and forehead, and wearing a gold watch. The man claimed to be a salesman for Broker Food Company and expressed intentions to "turn California upside down" regarding perceived Communist threats, though no direct link to RFK was established.  

The FBI sought information about Flight Captain Falah Omar of United Arab Airlines, who allegedly inquired about an assassination attempt on RFK during a flight from London to Cairo in May 1968. The Bureau requested MI-5 to verify Omar’s travel patterns and interview him for details. Additional cables mention efforts to track RFK’s itinerary, including interviews with members of his campaign team to determine if changes were made to his June 5, 1968, schedule.  

A laboratory report notes fingerprint analysis of a letter bearing the message "Where is Oswald now that we need him?" and references a threatening communication from Luzeta Cordova in Brooklyn, New York, urging RFK to take action against a group called "Orden Rosacruz" (Order of the Red Cross) in San Jose, California. The FBI also received a letter from J. Bgrne in Hollywood, California, mentioning a picture of RFK in their home and suspicious activity around that time.  

On June 12, 1968, the FBI transmitted teletypes to SACs in Newark and Los Angeles regarding Henry R. Ramistella (also known as Frank Donaruma), identified as a racial tract associate of Sirhan Bishara Sirhan, who was linked to RFK’s assassination. The FBI provided an identification record for Ramistella under FBI file 365 997 C. A separate teletype requested information on whether the pistol used by Sirhan in the assassination was legally transferred in California, following a Congressional inquiry and potential future legislative inquiries.  

A memorandum dated June 12, 1968, detailed a call from Nathaniel E. Kosass (Assistant Attorney General Vinson’s aide) seeking details on FBI report dissemination to the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office. Supervisor Henry A. Schutz stated he could not provide specifics, as decisions on report sharing would be made by higher authorities. Kosass later inquired about making the report available to District Attorney Evelle J. Younger; Schutz reiterated that no definitive information was available.  

The FBI Laboratory examined materials recovered from Sirhan Bishara Sirhan’s room, including spiral notebooks, a U.S. Treasury envelope with handwritten notes referencing “RFK Must be disposed of,” and other documents. The analysis found no conclusive fingerprint matches to Sirhan but noted ink transfers and stains on some pages. A translation of foreign language material was attached. The FBI requested further examination of typewriter impressions and ink transfers, while emphasizing the need for confidentiality of evidence until prosecution.  

Key People  
- **Robert F. Kennedy (RFK)**: U.S. Senator targeted in threats and assassination.  
- **Joseph Willard "Pappy" Luke**: Reported interaction with an unidentified man in Texas.  
- **John (Last Name Unknown)**: Suspect described as a salesman for Broker Food Company, mentioned threats against Communists.  
- **Falah Omar**: United Arab Airlines flight captain allegedly questioned about RFK assassination.  
- **Luzeta Cordova**: Sent a letter to RFK urging action against "Orden Rosacruz" in San Jose, California.  
- **Sirhan Bishara Sirhan**: Linked to RFK’s assassination; his room contents were examined.  
- **Henry R. Ramistella** (Frank Donaruma): Identified as a racial tract associate of Sirhan.  
- **Nathaniel E. Kosass**: Assistant Attorney General Vinson’s aide, inquired about FBI report dissemination.  
- **Evelle J. Younger**: Los Angeles District Attorney, involved in handling evidence.  
- **Henry A. Schutz**: Supervisor at the FBI field office, discussed report distribution.  

Key Locations  
- **Raymond, Texas**: Site of Luke’s reported interaction with the unidentified man.  
- **London and Cairo**: Routes of Falah Omar’s flight; subject of FBI inquiry.  
- **San Jose, California**: Location of "Orden Rosacruz" referenced in Cordova’s letter.  
- **Hollywood, California**: Address of J. Bgrne, who mentioned RFK-related activities.  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Central to the investigation; materials were examined by the FBI Laboratory and Los Angeles Police Department.  
- **Newark, New Jersey**: Mentioned as a recipient of teletyped information.  
- **Washington, D.C.**: FBI headquarters, where laboratory reports were processed.  

Key Events  
- **June 5, 1968**: Luke reported conversation with unidentified man discussing threats against Communists and plans to address them in California.  
- **May 1968**: Flight Captain Falah Omar allegedly inquired about an assassination attempt on RFK during a flight from London to Cairo.  
- **November 1967**: Luzeta Cordova sent a letter to RFK urging action against "Orden Rosacruz" and suggesting members intended to harm him.  
- **June 12, 1968**: FBI transmitted teletypes on Ramistella and Sirhan’s pistol transfer legality; memorandum addressed Kosass’s inquiry about report dissemination.  
- **FBI Laboratory Examination (June 12, 1968)**: Analyzed documents from Sirhan’s room, including notebooks, a Treasury envelope, and other writings, finding no conclusive fingerprint matches but noting ink transfers and stains.  
- **Confidentiality of Evidence**: The FBI emphasized maintaining confidentiality of materials until prosecution, citing potential adverse effects on legal proceedings.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted identification records, laboratory analysis, and report dissemination discussions.  
- **United Arab Airlines**: Carrier of Flight Captain Falah Omar, subject of FBI inquiry.  
- **"Orden Rosacruz" (Order of the Red Cross)**: Group referenced in Cordova’s letter as a potential threat to RFK.  
- **Los Angeles Police Department**: Recovered evidence from Sirhan’s room.  
- **U.S. Treasury Department**: Associated with the envelope containing handwritten notes referencing RFK.

RFK Declassified Files

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