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. _ *92 __A_/ i D < ft .--:0 NOTE: At Department request, after Bureau approval, Lawrence Lipton, a beatnik poet of questionable background, was interviewed by Los Angeles concerning his alleged inter- view of subject regarding activities in Chicago during the Democratic National Convention. When interviewed, Lipton advised his article reporting the interview was based on a tape made by him, which tape he retained and which would be made available by him if necessary. Departmental Attorney in Chicago requested recontact of Lipton to obtain a copy of the above tape; request was discussed with Charles Brookhart, Criminal Division, on 2/10/69; Brookhart stated review of tape considered necessary to determine whether or not Lipton is to be subpoenaed. The request will be confirmed in writing. ij."~ -2..