</s>1 APPENDIX W.E. E. B. DU BOIS CLUBS OF AMERICA (DCAA) A source advised that on October 26-27, 1963, a con- ference of members of the Communist Party, USA (CPUSA) including national functions in the Communist Parties, USA for the purpose of setting in motionaries, met in Chicago, Illinois, for a new national of setting up for youth forces for the which would hunt for the most peaceful transition to socialism. The delegates were told that it would be reasonable to assume that the young socialists attracted into this new organization would eventually pass into the CP itself. A second source has advised that the founding con- vention for the new youth organization that held held June 19-21, 1964, at 150 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco, California, at which time the name W.E ., B.U.B. Du Bois Clubs of America (DCA) was adopted. Approximately 500 Bols Clubs from throughout the United States attended this convention. The second source advised in September, 1966, that Mike Zagarelli, CPUSA Youth Director, stated that in Negro communities the Party still supported the plan to build the "left" socialist centers and sold in September. 1966, which led to the D.C.UBA National Organization Secretary, stated the Party Rubin, CPusa National OrganizationSecretary, stated The Party believes the DCA should have a working-class outlook and be a mass organization favorable to the socialist socialist countries and organization efforts to promote social status. Thus, the General Secretary, indicated the DCa primary emphasis should be on developing mass resistance to the draft. A third source advised on September, 1967, that Jarvis Tyler was elected chairman of the DC on September 10, 1967. at the Third National Convention of the DCA held in New York, New York. from September 8-10, 1967 ., A fourth source advised during August, 1967 , that Jarvis Tyner is a member of the National Committee of the CPUSA. A fifth source advised upon September 21, 1967), that the headquarters of the CDCA is located at 34 West 17th Street, New York, New York. APENDIX 458 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary  
The documents detail FBI investigations into the 1968 assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, focusing on connections between the shooting at The Fez in Los Angeles and individuals linked to the SIRIHAN family. Key figures include Elsa Marie Butler, a belly dancer who reported anti-Israel sentiments among patrons, and Machmoud Siam, a customer allegedly expressing approval of the assassination. Sirhan Sirhan, the suspected shooter, is connected to his family’s Jordanian immigrant background and ties to Pasadena, California. FBI inquiries examined potential political motivations, including alleged grievances or honor-based motives, but no direct involvement was confirmed. The investigation also included interviews with educators, staff, and neighbors of the SIRIHAN family, as well as reviews of academic records from John Muir High School and Pasadena City College. One document mentions a reference to Senator KENNEDY in an unspecified context, though no direct link is established.  

Key People  
- **Elsa Marie Butler**: Belly dancer at The Fez who reported customer reactions to Kennedy’s assassination and described Machmoud Siam’s comments.  
- **Louis Shaley**: Owner of The Fez, who closed the restaurant temporarily after the shooting.  
- **Machmoud Siam**: Customer at The Fez who allegedly expressed approval of the assassination.  
- **Sirhan Sirhan**: Suspected shooter; his family members (e.g., ADEL STIRHAN) were linked to the restaurant and Jordanian connections.  
- **Phyllis Young**: Belly dancer questioned by authorities about the shooting.  
- **Munir SIRHAN**: Brother of Sirhan, employed at Nash Department Store in Pasadena; described as polite with no violent tendencies.  
- **Saidallah (Said) SIRIAN**: Brother of Sirhan, worked at Michael Ganguin as a machine operator.  
- **ADEL BISHARA STIRHAN**: Worked as a musician at Shaker's Oasis Restaurant in Hollywood.  
- **Mrs. Shirley McConnell**: Provided information about her daughter and friend Debbie Jacobs, who had contact with the SIRIHAN family.  
- **Reverend Warnie T. Tippett**: Mentioned connections to the SIRIHAN family through a church in Idaho.  
- **David Overholt Stevens**: Stanford University student who reported Sirhan’s anti-Zionist views and potential political radicalization.  
- **Thomas D. Good**: Friend of Sirhan, interviewed but declined to comment without legal counsel.  

Key Locations  
- **The Fez**: Los Angeles restaurant where the shooting occurred on June 5, 1968.  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Central location for most interviews and events.  
- **Pasadena, California**: Home to the SIRIHAN family, with residences at 1321 North Mentor Avenue (later a parking lot) and other locations.  
- **John Muir High School, Pasadena**: Attended by Sirhan and his siblings; where FBI interviewed staff about his academic and behavioral history.  
- **Nash Department Store, Pasadena**: Employed Munir SIRHAN.  
- **Shaker's Oasis Restaurant, Hollywood**: ADEL BISHARA STIRHAN worked here as a musician.  
- **Pasadena City College (PCC)**: Provided academic records for SIRIAN SIRIHAN and other students.  

Key Events  
- **June 5, 1968 Shooting**: A shooting occurred at The Fez, with customers and employees reporting anti-Israel sentiments.  
- **Closure of The Fez**: Louis Shaley temporarily closed the restaurant following the assassination.  
- **FBI Interviews**: Agents interviewed staff, patrons, and individuals linked to the SIRIHAN family, including ADEL STIRHAN, Machmoud Siam, and educators at John Muir High School and Pasadena City College.  
- **Investigation into Anti-Israel Sentiment**: Focus on connections between the SIRIHAN family, Jordanian immigrants, and potential political motivations.  
- **Academic Records Review**: FBI examined student program cards, course enrollments, and behavioral reports from John Muir High School and Pasadena City College.  
- **1957–1958 Residency**: The SIRIHAN family resided at 1321 North Mentor Avenue in Pasadena; the property was later converted into a parking lot.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted interviews and investigations into the shooting, the SIRIHAN family’s background, and potential ties to RFK’s assassination.  
- **Pasadena Unified School District**: Provided records on Sirhan’s education, including teachers like Mr. Marcus Young and Mrs. Louise Fitzgerald.  
- **California Cadet Corps (under state adjutant general)**: Mentioned in interviews regarding Sirhan’s military training at John Muir High School.  
- **Pasadena City Schools**: Included Pasadena City College (PCC) and other institutions providing academic records for SIRIAN SIRIHAN.  
- **W.E.B. Du Bois Clubs of America (DCAA)**: Mentioned in unrelated context as a youth organization linked to Communist Party USA, though not directly tied to RFK’s assassination.

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