3 June 1964

MEMORANDUM FOR THE RECORD

SUBJECT: Telephone Conversation between AMBIDDY-1 and Martin Ferrer

DATE: 28 May 1964 at 1830 hours

1. AMBIDDY-1 called to say that he had just arrived in the United States and would only be staying a short period and then return to Central America for the next operation phase. He stated he wanted to discuss some matters with "Erique" in Panama within the coming week. I advised him to let us know exactly when and where and we would be there.

2. A-1 inquired if AMJAV-4 had requested rubber boats from us at the last meeting A-4 attended in Washington. A-1 was informed that we had discussed the matter but could not recall A-1 placing any order with the Consul for rafts. A-1 asked if some rafts could be obtained at this time for the coming operations. A-1 did not know the exact amount needed but would consult with A-4 and call Martin later in the evening. The rubber rafts could be sent to same address as were the village radios. A-1 mentioned they had the silent motors.

3. A-1 was asked to inquire what had gone wrong in Santo Domingo. A-1 believes that the reason the JOANNE could not be put into drydock was because there was another ship in the military yard undergoing repairs. A-1 was advised that much of the information he had received could be please check further into the matter. A-1 will have Rafael Chacon confront President Reid and obtain the true story.

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