</s>104-10107-10135 2025 RELEASE UNDER THE PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY ASSASSINATION RECORDS ACT OF 1992 OGC 69-0181 31 January 1969 MEMORANDUM FOR THE RECORD RETURN TO CIA SUBJECT: Herbert Itkin Background Use Only Do Not Reproduce 1. A meeting was held on 27 January 1969 with Messrs. Rocca, Houston, Warner and myself on the topic of the ramifications of the confrontation with the New York FBI office on 17 January. It was concluded that additional information was required on (Thomas L. Roberts) and (Robert Delsoy) on contacted the Director of Security and requested the security files on these two individuals and was advised that would not have the security Files but that their Ward Greene would bring the files to the office and discuss their contents openly. 03 2. On 29 January, Mr. Greene brought the security file on (Roberts) and(Delsoy), was most cooperative in explaining their contents. Attached to a chronological rundown on the permission information on (Thomas L ., Robert's affiliation with the FBI, CIA and then. 3. On 30 January a meeting held with Messers. Houston, Warner, on 30 January 'a meeting was Held' with messrs. the operation, use of Eugene Milligan, CS/E/CLOBE, to discuss Staff Agent of CIA and Mr. Robert's M.R. (Roberts). Mr.(Roberts) has been a November 1964 he spent time at West Virginia from March 1964 to November 1964 in the United States. (West Virginia). From March 1964 was of West African legal problems, a grant (West) was not noted that this task was performed under a grant from a foundation which was blown in the MIDDOWEL exposures. In November 1964 (Roberts>03 was assigned for Cover to the (Radio Corporation of America 24 legally, staff where he remained until March 1965 and then went to (Dakaz) (2-10) (4/P/N)

Summary  
This document contains internal communications from January 1969 involving discussions about Thomas L. Roberts and Robert Delsoy, focusing on their affiliations with U.S. intelligence agencies and legal matters. A meeting was held on 27 January 1969 among individuals including Rocca, Houston, Warner, and the author to address ramifications of a confrontation with the New York FBI office on 17 January. The discussion centered on Roberts and Delsoy, with requests for security files from the Director of Security. Ward Greene provided these files on 29 January, detailing Roberts' history as an informant for the FBI and CIA, his legal work, and potential ties to covert operations. The chronology of Roberts' activities was noted to be based on his own explanations rather than independent verification. Concerns were raised about whether Itkin knew of Roberts' CIA affiliation, particularly regarding events in Geneva, Switzerland, in March 1966. No records indicated Roberts explained financial contributions to Itkin's law firm or pursued a debt owed to Itkin. The FBI was advised that the New York District Attorney may consider prosecuting Roberts for embezzlement from negligence cases, though insufficient information existed to assess likelihood. Delsoy’s use in projects like DILLPILLAR and WUBRNY was discussed, with Security declining his involvement in WUBRNY. Allegations against members of Delsoy’s law firm were noted, including potential ties to the Commissary Party. Roberts’ interactions with Itkin included meetings in Geneva (15 March 1966) and New York (November 1966–1967), with no further contact until a press report on the Marcus scandal. Roberts’ career as an FBI informant from 1949–1955, his legal work with Delson, Levin & Gordon, and subsequent formation of Roberts, Greenbaum & Itkin are detailed, including financial arrangements during his CIA employment (June 1961–May 1963). Payments to Roberts by the firm were noted, along with a 1965 transaction involving funds sent to England.  

Key People  
- **Thomas L. Roberts**: FBI informant (1949–1955), legal associate of Delson, Levin & Gordon, later formed Roberts, Greenbaum & Itkin; had CIA employment from June 1961–May 1963.  
- **Robert Delsoy**: Subject of security reviews for potential use in projects DILLPILLAR and WUBRNY; associated with law firm Delson, Levin & Gordon.  
- **Herbert Itkin**: Lawyer linked to Roberts through financial arrangements and legal work; involved in meetings with Roberts in Geneva and New York.  
- **Ward Greene**: Provided security files on Roberts and Delsoy.  
- **John K. Greaney**: Assistant General Counsel referenced in the document.  

Key Locations  
- **New York City**: Site of FBI confrontations, meetings between Roberts and Itkin, and legal activities.  
- **Geneva, Switzerland**: Location of meetings between Roberts and Itkin (15 March 1966).  
- **West Virginia**: Mentioned in Roberts’ early career as an informant.  
- **Dakar** (Senegal): Reference to Roberts’ travel and financial transactions.  

Key Events  
- **27 January 1969**: Meeting among Rocca, Houston, Warner, and the author to discuss Roberts and Delsoy’s affiliations.  
- **29 January 1969**: Ward Greene provided security files on Roberts and Delsoy, detailing their histories with U.S. intelligence agencies.  
- **March 1966**: Roberts met Itkin in Geneva, Switzerland; no projects were pursued during the meeting.  
- **November 1966–1967**: Roberts interacted with Itkin in New York City, including a dinner hosted by Mario Brugd.  
- **May 1965**: Roberts received $2,500 from Itkin but was instructed to send $1,250 to England to avoid legal issues.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Involved in monitoring Roberts’ activities and potential prosecution for embezzlement.  
- **Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)**: Employed Roberts as a Staff Agent from June 1961–May 1963; conducted polygraph interview on 25 July 1961.  
- **Delson, Levin & Gordon**: Law firm associated with Delsoy and later linked to Roberts’ legal work.  
- **Roberts, Greenbaum & Itkin**: Law firm formed by Roberts after resigning from Delson, Levin & Gordon; financial arrangements with Itkin are noted but not detailed.

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