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Pseudonym: Lamiaux, Melvin

Definition:
Unknown identity. A cable from BELL (originated by Gerard Droller) in March of 1961 mentioned that Olien (James Noel) and Lamiaux had a telecon on March 21, 1961.
Category:
pseudonym
Status:
Unknown
Discussion:
Moreover, a cable from San Juan in August, 1963, stated that it was assumed AMBANG-1's (Manuel Ray Rivero) future relationship with the CIA would be discussed prior to his departure with Lamiaux. In addition, a dispatch in September of 1963 from Chief of Station (COS), San Juan, was signed by Melvin K. Lamiaux. Therefore, it is possible that Lamiaux was COS, San Juan, Costa Rica, in September, 1963. A dispatch in January of 1964 confirmed that Melvin K. Lamiaux was COS, San Juan.
Sources:

104-10297-10057: CABLE-PER OLIEN PARLETT TELECON FOLLOWING ARE REQUIREMENTS POSED BY HIGHEST LEVEL WHICH WE SHOULD ATTEMPT MEET IF AT ALL POSSIBLE

03/21/61: Cable from BELL to JMWAVE (Orig: Gerard Droller, Unit: C/WH/4/PA): Slugline RYBAT JMZIP: Page 3: ..."4. Per Olien Lamiaux telecon 21 March HQs will coordinate program with ODACID (U.S. State Department). Corrigan will be available NYC for Licari."

104-10226-10257: CABLE RE UNIDAD REVOLUCIONARIA SUPPORT MIRO AND REVOLUCIONARY COUNCIL

04/05/61: Cable from WAVE to BELL: "1. WAVE believes that with modest amount negotiation Unidad Revolucionaria could be persuaded announce support Miro and Revolutionary Council. This should strengthen hand of council considerably because UR strength (26 separate organizations) is primarily inside Cuba rather than in exile and their point of view seems to represent interest of well educated and well intentioned non-political types to get on with the job of getting rid of Castro. 2. Although they have not made great claims of successes in underground they have obviously been working hard and in spite of personal friction between Rafael and Francisco of MRR have been a coordinating influence rather than a disruptive influence. Their failure to toot their own horn is most un-Cuban and typical of their approach to problem. In spite of this underplaying they have been able attract men such as Sori Marin and have been WAVE's main channel to navy conspiracy. In Miami area they have stayed out of local politics and have been most cooperative with WAVE. Owner of Tejana is member their group and has successfully carried out several ops. In recent weeks they have provided approximately 160 recruits for Nino Diaz and brigade...3. UR Miami reps now wish mount intensive propaganda campaign aimed at people in Cuba to back up approaching military phase and are seeking WAVE support and offering full cooperation. WAVE recommends we be authorized grant them ten thousand dollars to support their efforts. 4. WAVE will urge local reps seek support of UR inside Cuba for Revolutionary Council. Miami reps per se not authorized to make such a commitment but could announce publicly that they are advising their people in Cuba to support council and WAVE believes their advise would be followed in Cuba. 5. Lamiaux approves and WAVE will procede unless HQs objects before 1800 hours 6 April..."

104-10274-10434: CABLE: UPON RETURN FROM MIAMI MEETING

08/01/63: Cable from San Juan to Director: Page 2: "4. According AMBANG-1 he also told that his contact with KUBARK (CIA) is to be increasingly direct to HQs. It assumed future relationships be discussed with Lamiaux prior his departure."

104-10274-10396: DISPATCH: AMWORLD - PRESS CLIPPING RE AMBANG

09/18/63: Dispatch from COS, San Juan to Chief, Special Affairs Staff: "The attached reproductions of a news story that appeared in the San Juan Star of 18 September are forwarded for your information. (Signature) Melvin K. Lamiaux."

104-10179-10298: DISPATCH: CUBAN EXILES UNDERGOING MILITARY TRAINING IN PUERTO RICO

01/13/64: Dispatch from COS, San Juan to Chief, WHD: "1. On 8 January 1964, a reliable source reported to ODIBEX (U.S. Army) that approximately 125 Cubans continued their military training on 5 January at a farm owned by Dr. Jose A. Beltran, kilometer 25.5 Puerto Rico Highway No. 1. 2. A platoon of paratroopers has been organized under the leadership of Edwin Gonzalez, veteran of the Bay of Pigs invasion. Plans are being formulated for the formation of a 'Frog Man' UDT group. 3. Exile leader Manuel Artime was seen in the training area on 5 January. 4. The above report is an ODIBEX spot report which has not been disseminated locally or to higher headquarters. Melvin K. Lamiaux." Originating Officer: Office: COS, Officer: Melvin K. Lamiaux. Lamiaux was also the Releasing Officer.

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Gavin McDonald

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