Cointelpro New Left Norfolk Part 01 Final

This page is a cover sheet for a declassified FBI document related to COINTELPRO. It features prominently displayed text, including "FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PRIVACY ACTS," the subject "(COINTELPRO)," and specific identifiers like "NEW LEFT" and "NORFOLK," along with a case number. A circular seal, stylized with an American flag motif and bearing the words "FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT," is positioned below the main text. The bottom of the page contains the official title "FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION." There are no photographs, handwritten notes, official stamps, or redactions visible on this page. FOIPA COVER SHEET FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND PRIVACY ACTS SUBJECT: (COINTELPRO) NEW LEFT NORFOLK 100-449698-56 FREEDOM INFORMATION) ACT FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION NOTICE THE BEST COPIES OBTAINABLE ARE INCLUDED IN THE REPRODUCTION OF THE FILE. PAGES INCLUDED THAT ARE BLURRED, LIGHT OR OTHERWISE DIFFICULT TO READ ARE THE RESULT OF THE CONDITION AND OR COLOR OF THE ORIGINALS PROVIDED. THESE ARE THE BEST COPIES AVAILABLE. OPTIONAL PORN NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION OSA GEN. REG. NO. 27 2010-100 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) DATE: 4/8/71 FROM SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653) (P*) SUBJECT COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT Re Norfolk letter to Bureau dated 1/11/71. I. POTENTIAL COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTION A letter concerning the fact that hippie, [REDACTED] is receiving Welfare payments will be submitted to the Bureau for approval. II. PENDING COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTION None. The anticipated action involving a white [REDACTED] has been deferred for the time being. III. TANGIBLE RESULTS None evident. (2) - Bureau (RM) 1 - Norfolk (100-6653) ALWK:bst (3) 1971 LX-112 REC-15 100 -449698 - UT -6 APR 18 1971 NEW LEF OPTIONAL FORM NO. 18 MAY 1982 EDITION OSA GEN. 820. NO. 27 2010-106 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO: DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) FROM: SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653) (P*) SUBJECT: COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT DATE: 1/11/71 ReNFlet to the Bureau, 10/6/70. I. POTENTIAL COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTION The referenced Norfolk letter pointed out that consideration was being made to directing an anonymous letter to the President of Old Dominion University (ODU), Norfolk, Virginia, pointing out that letters from the Cuban Government were being received by the Student Government Association at ODU. The Bureau indicated that copies of "Granma", an official Cuban Communist publication, were received by other institutions of the US and that their receipt was not solicited by colleges and universities. In view of this information, it was not felt advisable to continue with this proposal. It is anticipated, however, that a proposal be made to send an anonymous letter to the Chairman of the Board of Regents, [REDACTED], Norfolk, Virginia, [REDACTED], pointing out to this group the past Communist affiliation of [REDACTED] [REDACTED] who has been identified among the activists at this institution. Recently, [REDACTED] was involved in student agitation and demonstrations based on students opposi- tion to dormitory regulations. [REDACTED] and several other faculty members were identified by sources as aligning them- selves with the more active militant elements in the college. REC-49 [REDACTED] II. PENDING among the activists at this institution. Recently, [REDACTED] was involved in student agitation and demonstrations based on students opposi- tion to dormitory regulations. [REDACTED] and several other faculty members were identified by sources as aligning them- selves with the more active militant elements in the college. REC-49 [REDACTED] II. PENDING COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTION Bureau (RM) 1-Norfolk LWK:rab 51JAN 21 1971 [REDACTED] [REDACTED] 8 JAN 14 1971 NEW [REDACTED] NF 100-6653 In view of the above information relating to the Cuban Communist literature, this proposal was abandoned. At this time, there is no pending counterintelligence action. III. TANGELE RESULTS None known at this time. C OPTIONAL FORM NO. 18 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA GEN. DEO. NO. 17 3第10-104 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) FROM SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653)(*) SUBJECT: COINTELPRO NEW LEFT DATE: 10/6/70 SA Re Norfolk airtel to Bureau, 7/27/70. I. POTENTIAL COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTION Send anonymous letter to President of Old Dominion University (ODU), Norfolk, Virginia, alerting him to fact that the Cuban government is writing letters to the ODU Student Government Association. This is important in view of activities of Venceremos Brigade. II. PENDING COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTION Action is underway to ascertain to whom is the logical personon Board of Regents to complain about [REDACTED] action in concerning [REDACTED] getting WILLIAM M. KUNSTLER to appear in Norfolk, Virginia, on 9/10/70. III. TANGIBLE RESULTS Through efforts of Norfolk FBI, KUNSTLER's public appearance in Norfolk, Virginia, 9/10/70, was well-covered by Norfolk Police. This also had a bearing on the close security afforded KUNSTLER's [ILLEGIBLE]earance and the fact that preparations for the speech were closely supervised by the Manager of the Center Theater where KUNSTLER appeared. REC-86 100-15 -6 -14 The Manager of the Center Theater would not give the sponsoring groups (the American Civil Liberties Union and the ODU Chapter of the Campus Americans for Democratic Action) the opportunity to obtain free advertisement before - speech. Normally, forthcoming attractions at the Center Theater are publicized by announcements on the marquee and billboard in front several days beforehand. Manager, said he denied the ACLU and the CADA the qportunity to use marquee until the day before KUNSTLER's appearance which he is required to do by the contract. (REDACTED) (2-Bureau (RM) 550CT141970 LWK-gfh (3) 6 OCT 7 1970 INT SZO 24 NF 100-6653 The Manager said that after being briefed by Police as to dangerousness of KUNSTLER, he decided that plainclothes police were This page features a stark, text-only notice. The word "NOTICE" is prominently displayed in bold, underlined text at the top, followed by several paragraphs of printed text. The text details that the best available copies are included in the reproduction of the file, and any blurred, light, or difficult-to-read pages are due to the condition or color of the original documents. There are no photographs, handwritten annotations, official stamps, forms, or redactions visible on this particular page. The document is a Memorandum from the FBI dated 4/8/71. It is from SAC, Norfolk to the Director, FBI regarding COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT. There are several handwritten annotations, including routing codes and case numbers, such as "LX-112" and "REC-15 100 -449698 -JT-16". There are also official stamps, including "2 - Bureau (RM)" and "1 - Norfolk (100-6653)". Additionally, there are redactions present on the page. The document details potential and pending counterintelligence actions concerning individuals receiving welfare payments and mentions a "white" subject whose anticipated action has been deferred. until the day before KUNSTLER's appearance which he is required to do by the contract. (REDACTED) (2-Bureau (RM) 550CT141970 LWK-gfh (3) 6 OCT 7 1970 INT SZO 24 NF 100-6653 The Manager said that after being briefed by Police as to dangerousness of KUNSTLER, he decided that plainclothes police were needed to make sure nothing happened. [REDACTED] said he made the ACLU and CADA hire off- duty policemen as security police. The ACLU and CADA wanted to place their people to act as security police in order to save money. The Manager said he would not agree because he had to approve those selected. By this way, the Manager caused the ACLU and CADA the added expense of paying for security people. This action on part of the Manager was believed taken as result of the FBI alerting police to the potential for violence that KUNSTLER's appearance caused. The police by taking necessary precautions gave rise to the Manager's concern. 2 OONAW NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION OSA GEN. REG. NO.27 3010-106 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) DATE: 12/31/69 FROM SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653) (P) SUBJECT: COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT Re Norfolk letter to Bureau, 10/3/69, and Bureau CR letter to Albany, 5/10/69. 1, U I. POTENTIAL COUNTER INTELLIGENCE ACTION The Unitarian Church Center of Norfolk has been the center of anti-war, anti-military, and anti-draft activity in the Norfolk area. The Minister, a [REDACTED], formerly of Albuquerque, New Mexico, reportedly has been identified prominently in this activity. Leads are outstanding to fully identify [REDACTED]. If he has a background of subversive activity, this fact will be the basis for a counter intelligence proposal. II. PENDING COUNTER INTELLIGENCE ACTION None. III. TANGIBLE RESULTS UA "Brown Shoes," apparently disrupted its publication The investigation of the underground newspaper, because it has not been published since about May, 1969. The discreet investigation determined that the "Brown Shoes" was being made up at the Unitarian Church Center of Norfolk and possibly under the direction of VISTA workers. An LHM was submitted identifying a - 7/2 A (RM) 2 - Bureau 3 - Norfolk (100-6653) REC-72 (100-6696 Brown Shoes) (100-6684 NLM) LWK:1ld (5) 137-441-17-516-6 15 JAR S 571 NF 100-6653 member of the Board of Directors who chartered the "Brown Shoes" as the wife of the Director of the VISTA project at the Unitarian Church Center. The LHM was probably disseminated to the appropriate (100-6653) REC-72 (100-6696 Brown Shoes) (100-6684 NLM) LWK:1ld (5) 137-441-17-516-6 15 JAR S 571 NF 100-6653 member of the Board of Directors who chartered the "Brown Shoes" as the wife of the Director of the VISTA project at the Unitarian Church Center. The LHM was probably disseminated to the appropriate agency at SOG. - 2 - OPTIONAL PORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION OSA PPMR (41 CPR) 101-11 UNITED STATES OVERNMENT Memorandum TO **: DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) FROM SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653) (P) RVHC SUBJECT: COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT But DATE: 10/3/69 Re Norfolk letter to Bureau 7/1/69 and Bulet to Albany, 5/10/68. I. POTENTIAL COUNTER INTELLIGENCE ACTION Recently, the Old Dominion University, (ODU) Chapter, Campus Americans for Democratic Action held an auction on the porch of the Canterbury House (Episcopalian Church Student Center) at ODU. Several hippie-type musicians played and sang at intervals during the auction. Some unknown "hippie" was auctioning off items to the approximately fifty ODU students setting and standing in the immediate vicinity of the Canterbury House. The auctioneer was using loud speaker equipment thereby amplifying his voice to the point he could be heard for a city block. Almost all the audience were the hippie: types (male and female) who appeared to be ODU students or college age individuals. The Canterbury House is a former residence, situated near the ODU campus in a semi-business area. Many shoppers were coming and going to the business establishments across the street and could easily over hear the auctioneer. Every other word used by the "hippie" auctioneer was the objectionable four letter word. Many people, mostly residents in the area, were amazed and shocked, that such would be allowed at ODU and more especially at the Episcopalian Student Center. ICC 907 MOP 2Bureau (RM) 3 - Norfolk (100-6653) (100-6683) LWK:dcm (5) (100-6684) REC 67. 100-449698-36-10 EX-103 22 OCT6 1969 SEO 570CT 4 1969 Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan SAC, NF 100-6653 It is contemplated that a suggestion be made to the Bureau to allow an anonymous letter be sent to the Episcopal Diocese and the President of ODU deploring the fact such an affair was allowed to take place. II. PENDING COUNTER INTELLIGENCE ACTION An anonymous letter was mailed on 9/26/69, with Bureau authority to the Superintendent of Public Instruction for Virginia pointing out the communist background of [REDACTED] at [REDACTED] III. TANGIBLE RESULTS. None This document appears to be an internal FBI memorandum related to COINTELPRO activities. It features several redacting black boxes, obscuring names and specific details throughout the text. There are instances of handwritten annotations, including what appear to be signatures and initial notations in the margins. Several official stamps are visible, including what looks like a date stamp "8 JAN 14 1971" and a field office identifier "1-NORFOLK". There are no photographs or visual evidence of surveillance methods, facilities, or events. President of ODU deploring the fact such an affair was allowed to take place. II. PENDING COUNTER INTELLIGENCE ACTION An anonymous letter was mailed on 9/26/69, with Bureau authority to the Superintendent of Public Instruction for Virginia pointing out the communist background of [REDACTED] at [REDACTED] III. TANGIBLE RESULTS. None known, so far. EX- 104 9/16/69 SAC Norfolk (100-6653) REC-138 Director, FBI (100-449698)-56-7/1- [REDACTED] COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT Reurlet 9/3/69. The proposal made in relet has merit and you should pursue it after making the following change. The typewritten letter should be used for the anonymous mailing; however, it should be addressed to the Commissioner of Education for the Commonwealth of Virginia and not to the Governor. Of course, you should take all steps necessary to protect the identity of the Bureau as the source of this communication. RHH: jes (4) NOTE: In relet, Norfolk suggested an anonymous letter be sent to the Governor of Virginia notifying him that [REDACTED] is currently [REDACTED] an admitted former Communist Party organizer, Officials of has participated in demonstrations in Norfolk. the Commonwealth of Virginia should be notified of background; however, the Commissioner of Education is the appropriate official and not the Governor. [REDACTED] pen Tolson DeLooch Mahr Bishop Casper Callahan Conrad Felt Gale Rosen Sullivan Tavel Trotter Tele. Room Holmes SEP 171969 MAILED 24 SEP 15 1969 COMM-FBI AIL ROOM ☑ TELETYPE UNIT ALL ROOM [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA GEN, REG. NO. 37 3016-106 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) FROM SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653) (P) DATE: 9/3/69 0 SUBJECT: COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT . There are enclosed two proposed letters both of which are directed toward neutralizing any efforts or the effectiveness of an admitted former Communist Party organizer (NF 100-6683, Bufile 100-242990). 9/16/67 برجر AIR DES ZAY Sources at the report that is far more militant than the Negro faculty members at . He has participated in demonstrations in Norfolk, and his daughter, is on the SI at New York. The two letters have a different style, one to be mailed in Baltimore and the other in Norfolk. REQUEST OF THE BUREAU Bureau authority is requested to mail the original of either of the proposed letters. An appropriate date will be inserted. It is noted that the original is typed on plain paper bought in a store and it will be mailed This page is a textual document with no visual content such as photographs, handwritten notes, or official stamps. The text consists of a report with headings and statements, discussing information related to Cuban Communist literature and counterintelligence actions. There are no visible redactions, forms, wiretap logs, surveillance schedules, or any visual evidence of surveillance methods, informant communications, or targeting directives. The page appears to be a standard typewritten report. Baltimore and the other in Norfolk. REQUEST OF THE BUREAU Bureau authority is requested to mail the original of either of the proposed letters. An appropriate date will be inserted. It is noted that the original is typed on plain paper bought in a store and it will be mailed in a stamped envelope purchased from the U. S. Post Office. The letter was typed on a manual typewriter by Norfolk employee.. (2) - Bureau (Enc. 2) (RM) 3 - Norfolk (100+6653; 100-6684, New Left; 100-6653, LWK:nmh (5) ENCLOSURE "ENCLOSURE ATTACHED" REC 12 9 SEP 8 1969 INT. SEC, C Suffolk, Va. September 28, 1969 4 Honorable Mills E. Godwin Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia Richmond, Virginia Dear Sir: The racial situation in Virginia has been relatively quiet as compared to localities elsewhere. This specks well for Virginians; however, we have individuals residing in the State who, I feel, have been a source of trouble in the Black communities. A classic example of such a person is a [REDACTED] also located in Norfolk. Perhaps you are not mindful of the fact, both before coming to Norfolk, had an extensive history of Communist Party activity in Baltimore and elsewhere. During his residency in Maryland, [REDACTED] was closely associated with a Communist leader in Maryland at the time. I am alerting you to this man because [REDACTED] is a state supported institution and because of the prospect of increased troubles on the college campuses over the Nation this fall. I have had misgivings about writing this, but after considering the possible harm a person in his position could do, I felt it was my patriotic duty to expose [REDACTED] as the man he was and as the person he really is today. A person who promoted Communism at one stage in his life is no fit person to teach Democracy to college students. A Concerned Virginian Baltimore, MD Sept-28, 1969 Governor - Mills Godwin Capital Richmond, Va. Dear Gov. I was in Va Beach on vacation this summer and I got a surprise of my life when I learned that [REDACTED]. and his wife are doing so good because most people don't like Communists. I [REDACTED] in teaching in [REDACTED] in Norfolk and his wife is head of a place in Norfolk where [REDACTED]. I will the Mayor of Norfolk would like to find out about this too. [REDACTED] I mund This page is a declassified FBI memorandum from the COINTELPRO collection, dated October 6, 1970. Visually, the page features a standard government memorandum format with filled-in fields for "TO," "FROM," "SUBJECT," and "DATE." There are several handwritten annotations and scribbles, including a signature at the top right and a number with a dash at the bottom right possibly indicating a file reference. Significant portions of the text are blacked out, indicated by the presence of redactions across several lines. Additionally, there are official stamps, including one that appears to be a date stamp with "OCT 7 1970" and another that seems to be a routing code or internal reference. The overall impression is that of an official document with some information deemed sensitive enough to require redaction, along with typical administrative markings. and his wife are doing so good because most people don't like Communists. I [REDACTED] in teaching in [REDACTED] in Norfolk and his wife is head of a place in Norfolk where [REDACTED]. I will the Mayor of Norfolk would like to find out about this too. [REDACTED] I mund both of you would like the Va toxpayers to learn they are paying hig sclissins to those commmmmel, I can rememba ung rumming around timore all buddy buddy. was the big Communic in Mawland at that time. used to get people to pin the Commnet Party and Chemned to give out Communist papers tow. Everybody around the wons in it the mere Communists C And - that they had been for a long time. I am writing this to warn you yet in case riftiun breaks not at that College becausé I believe the Communists are behind most of the trouble in the collegua Very truly yours a Baltimore Toy paper UNITED STATE GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO : DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) FROM : SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653) (P) SUBJECT: COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT DATE: 7/1/69 Re Norfolk letter to Bureau, 4/4/69. Bureau letter to Albany, 5/10/68. I. POTENTIAL COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTION Bureau authority has been requested to interview a former CP functionary and CP organizer who is presently employed as a [REDACTED] has been described as more militant than the Negro faculty members. [REDACTED] has been identified among demonstrators in Norfolk area. He was last seen demonstrating in front of U. S. Post Office Building, Norfolk, protesting trial of the "Pesidio 27". After interview, if authorized, consideration will be given to directing letter to Governor of Virginia because he is employed at a State College. II. PENDING COUNTERINTELLIGENCE ACTION. None III. TANGIBLE RESULTS None. ST-111 REC-48 100-1/1/19/698-02-10 2 - Bureau (RM) 140 3 - (Norfolk 100-6653) (100-6684-NEW LEFT) (100-6683- [REDACTED] ) LWK:jbd (5) 149 59 JUL 14 1969 Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan 1 JUL 3 1969 INT. SEC. OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION OSA GEN. REG. NO. 27 2010-106 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) DATE: 4/4/69 FROM SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653)(P*) SUBJECT: COINTELPRO - New Left Re Norfolk letter to Bureau, 1/4/69 and bulet to Albany, 5/10/68. I. Potential Counterintelligence Action It was pointed out in re Norfolk let that [REDACTED] [REDACTED] is presently employed as a former CP functionary and CP organizer The document appears to be a typewritten report with some visual elements that suggest its origin and handling within the FBI. Distinctive black ink stamps are visible at the top of the page, resembling circles, some solid and some with patterns, which might be internal routing or marking symbols. There is also a handwritten annotation "NF 100-6653" in the upper left quadrant and a redacting black marker covering a portion of text in the middle of the first paragraph. The text itself is presented in a standard report format, with a page number "2" at the bottom center. There are no photographs, surveillance logs, or explicit forms visible on this particular page. FBI (100-449698) DATE: 4/4/69 FROM SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653)(P*) SUBJECT: COINTELPRO - New Left Re Norfolk letter to Bureau, 1/4/69 and bulet to Albany, 5/10/68. I. Potential Counterintelligence Action It was pointed out in re Norfolk let that [REDACTED] [REDACTED] is presently employed as a former CP functionary and CP organizer [REDACTED] It was pointed out that [REDACTED] is associated with Old Dominion College (ODC) students and faculty involved in the New Left Movement. the most militant [REDACTED] has been described as There is a lead outstanding at WFO to determine if [REDACTED] testified before the House Committee on Un- American Activities. This fact will have a definite bearing on any counterintelligence activity directed toward [REDACTED] Upon receipt of results, a proposal will be submitted for approval. II. Pending Counterintelligence Action None III. Tangible Results None Bureau (RM) 3 - Norfolk (1 - 100-6653; 1 - 100-6684 New Left; 1 - 100-6683 [REDACTED] LWK:slm (5) REC 26 54APR1 81969 12 APR 7 1969 OPTIONAL PORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION OSA PPMR 141 CPR) 101-1 UNITED STATE OVERNMENT Memorandum TO : DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) FROM : SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653)(P*) SUBJECT: COINTELPRO - NEW LEFT DATE: 1/4/69 Re Bureau letter to Albany, 5/10/68. I. Potential Counterintelligence Action It will be suggested that anonymous letters be forwarded to the Governor of Virginia describing the activities of faculty members known to be close to the New Left Movements in Old Dominion College and College of William and Mary. Also, it has been determined that was a former CP functionary in Louisville and Baltimore Divisions prior to his claim he resigned from the CP. is a as well as ad students and faculty at ODC involved in the New Left Movement. is closely associated with has been identified as the most militant He has been described by as more militant than to expose Some counterintelligence action will be proposed teaching in state-supported institutions. to the State authorities because he is II. Pending Counterintelligence Action None. III. Tangible Results None. REC-115 100-449695-56-8 700-147678 12 JAN 6 1969 2-Bureau (RM) 1-Norfolk LWK-gfh (3) 10-108-02 Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA PPMR (4) CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES ERNMENT Memorandum TO FROM SUBJECT: DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653) COINTELPRO NEW LEFT DATE: 11/8/68 Re Norfolk letter to Bureau, 10/9/68, and Bureau letter to Norfolk, 10/25/68. There The document is a memorandum, likely from the FBI, with official letterhead indicating "UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT" and "Memorandum." Handwritten notations and markings are present throughout the page, including what appear to be initials or signatures in the upper right corner and in the margin. Several sections are redacted with black marker. There are also small, irregularly shaped marks in the upper left corner that could be related to document processing or internal filing. The document appears to be a mixture of typed text and handwritten annotations, suggesting it is a working document or a record of information gathered. This page displays a typed document with a file number "NF 100-6653." There are two instances of handwritten markings at the top, appearing to be hole punches or ink blots. The text details a "member of the Board of Directors" and mentions the "VISTA project at the Unitarian Church Center," with a note that "The LHM was probably disseminated to the appropriate agency at SOG." Near the middle of the page, there is a faint, possibly handwritten "L" shape. The bottom center of the page features a page number "- 2 -" and another blurry, possibly stamped or handwritten area with illegible characters. The edges of the page show signs of wear and damage, including a rough, textured bottom border. Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA PPMR (4) CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES ERNMENT Memorandum TO FROM SUBJECT: DIRECTOR, FBI (100-449698) SAC, NORFOLK (100-6653) COINTELPRO NEW LEFT DATE: 11/8/68 Re Norfolk letter to Bureau, 10/9/68, and Bureau letter to Norfolk, 10/25/68. There was no demonstration at Old Dominion College (ODC); however, a demonstration involving both Negroes and whites occurred on the night of 10/2/68 outside the Norfolk Municipal Arena in downtown Norfolk, Virginia, during the time that President-Elect NIXON was holding a political rally inside the Arena. This demonstration was reported in the LHM under the caption, "VISIT OF PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE RICHARD M. NIXON TO NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, 10/2/68." It was pointed out that some of the demonstrators were carrying placards protesting the war in Viet Nam while others were political in nature - anti-NIXON and pro-Germany. Among the demonstrators was an adult white male identified as [REDACTED] a [REDACTED] has also was identified in 1956 by Baltimore Security Informant as a Communist Party member in 1945-46. been identified as the father of [REDACTED] aka, who is included in the Security Index of the New York Office, and is considered a member of the Young Socialist Alliance in New York City. has also been identified by a source (reliable) as an advisor to [REDACTED] head of the Afro-American Liberation Movement (AALM), Norfolk, Virginia. This is being investigated under the Black Nationalist Program. Some of the demonstrators were interviewed by a reporter for the LEDGER-STAR, a Norfolk newspaper of general circulation, who determined the demonstrators were, for the most part, students at ODC. Some claimed to represent the Student Government Association at ODC. Others claimed to represent the Peace and Freedom Party, while others remarked they were "hippies" protesting the War Viet Nam. [REDACTED] ICC 902.4-960 2 Bureau (RM) 1-Norfolk LWK:gfh (3) 1 f 54. DEC 6-1968 REC-35. 17 NOV 18 1968 INT. SEC 5010-108-02 Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan NF 100-6653 [REDACTED] According to the report, another group of individuals, who were also demonstrating outside the entrance to the Arena and who were not part of this above-described group (hippie- type), were identified as HUMPHREY supporters who said they wanted to demonstrate their opinion against Mr. NIXON. In the group which included the hippie element there were observed several young Negroes wearing typical Afro-attire. One of the demonstrators, The document is a memorandum with handwritten additions, stamps, and a unique form header. The header includes "OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION OSA PPMR 141 CPR) 101-11/" and "UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT". A prominent handwritten signature and date "10/3/69" are present in the upper right corner. The text describes an auction held by Campus Americans for Democratic Action at Old Dominion University, noting the use of a loudspeaker and "objectionable four letter word" by the auctioneer. Handwritten annotations include "RVHc" near the "FROM" line, and a circled "2 Bureau (RM)" with associated numbers in the lower left. Additionally, there are several official stamps, including "EX-103", "22 OCT 6 1969", and "REC 67. 100-449698-36-10". A smaller stamp with "SEO" is also visible. A small illustration of a soldier is present in the bottom left corner, above the date "5 7 OCT 14 1969". the Arena and who were not part of this above-described group (hippie- type), were identified as HUMPHREY supporters who said they wanted to demonstrate their opinion against Mr. NIXON. In the group which included the hippie element there were observed several young Negroes wearing typical Afro-attire. One of the demonstrators, one [REDACTED] dressed in African- type clothes, was identified as a student at the Norfolk Division of VSC and one of the supporters of the AALM, supra. The group of demonstrators of which the hippie element. was a part was observed to be dirty, unkempt, bearded young people with mustaches and long hair. These hippie young people attracted attention of most of the 6,000 who attended the rally. Some respectable- appearing people commented in disgust concerning the appearance of these young people. This was the basis for the anonymous letters proposed in referenced No