</s>NY 105-916413 available information concerning the deposits of 7/3/67.and 7/31/67, in the amounts of $124.00 and $1,000.00 respectively, to the account of FREIDA LAWRENCE. 2. The NYO will await completion of investigation by the New Haven Office. - 2- 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary  
The document contains records related to financial deposits made to Freida Lawrence’s account on July 3 and July 31, 1967, in amounts of $124.00 and $1,000.00 respectively. It also details investigations into John M. Laurence (also known as John M. Lawrence), including his arrests in Connecticut for distributing pro-Arab literature, charges of disturbing the peace, loitering, and selling obscene materials. The New Haven Office is noted to be conducting an investigation into Laurence’s activities. Additionally, the document references the Federated Americans Against Israeli Racism (FAIR) organization, which was linked to Laurence’s residence at 57 West 10th Street, New York City.  

Key People  
- **Freida Lawrence**: Recipient of financial deposits on July 3 and July 31, 1967.  
- **John M. Laurence** (also known as John M. Lawrence, John H. Lawrence): Arrested in Connecticut for distributing literature associated with pro-Arab and anti-Israel groups.  
- **Marjorie Lawrence**: Spouse of John M. Laurence, described as a resident of 57 West 10th Street, New York City.  
- **Gretchen Elliott**: Clerk at Connecticut State Jail who provided information about Laurence’s arrest.  
- **Edward Keating**: Sergeant with the Danbury Police Department who documented Laurence’s arrests and activities.  
- **Rev. Eman Ferris**: Pastor of St. Anthony’s Church in Danbury, Connecticut, involved in incidents related to Laurence’s distribution of literature.  

Key Locations  
- **New York City**: Laurence’s residence at 57 West 10th Street; locations where pro-Arab literature was sold (e.g., 8th Street and Sixth Avenue).  
- **Bridgeport, Connecticut**: Site of Laurence’s arrest for distributing literature.  
- **Danbury, Connecticut**: Location of police reports and arrests related to Laurence.  
- **Albany, New York**: Address associated with the New York State Department of State records.  

Key Events  
- **July 3 and July 31, 1967**: Financial deposits made to Freida Lawrence’s account.  
- **September 3, 1967**: Laurence arrested in Danbury, Connecticut, for distributing literature at St. Anthony’s Church, leading to charges of disturbing the peace, loitering, and soliciting without a permit.  
- **November 15–16, 1967**: Laurence incarcerated in Connecticut State Jail for breach of peace, obscene literature, and unlawful assembly.  
- **December 21, 1967**: Gretchen Elliott provided details about Laurence’s arrest and charges.  
- **October 1967**: Laurence issued news releases as chairman of FAIR, a pro-Arab organization.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federated Americans Against Israeli Racism (FAIR)**: Linked to Laurence’s residence in New York City; described as distributing anti-Israel literature.  
- **Arab Information Center**: Publisher of materials sold by Laurence, including pamphlets and newsletters critical of Israel.  
- **Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO)**: Publisher of a booklet titled *The Enregating Story of Palestine and Its People*.

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