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Jim's Grill [5]
01/31/22 • 55 min
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The back door of Jim's Grill in Memphis opens onto a yard just opposite the Lorraine Motel. Waitress Betty Spates hears a sharp noise and then sees her boss, Loyd Jowers, come through the door carrying a smoking rifle.
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The back door of Jim's Grill in Memphis opens onto a yard just opposite the Lorraine Motel. Waitress Betty Spates hears a sharp noise and then sees her boss, Loyd Jowers, come through the door carrying a smoking rifle.
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The MLK Tapes - Jim's Grill [5]
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Welcome to the MLK Tapes, a production of I Heart Radio and Tenderfoot TV. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the podcast author for individuals participating in the podcast, and do not represent those of I Heart Media, Tenderfoot TV, or their employees. Listener discretion is advised. He looked like he had stuck his friend in his socket. Lord however, standing up and even like somebody had drained all the good h
Jim's Grill [5] Top Questions Answered
Did Lloyd Jowers confess to being involved in the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.?
Yes, Lloyd Jowers confessed on national TV to playing a role in the murder of Martin Luther King Jr.
What was the motive behind Jowers' confession?
It is speculated that Jowers' confession on TV was an attempt to seek immunity and attract interest from a movie studio.
Did Jowers retract his confession later?
Yes, Jowers later attempted to retract his confession and maintain that he was having a beer when King was killed.
Who is working to reopen the case of James Earl Ray?
Bill Pepper is working to reopen the case of James Earl Ray, who claims he didn't murder Martin Luther King Jr.
Did Jowers purchase a cab company after King's murder?
Yes, Jowers purchased a cab company after King's murder.
Who were Bill Pepper's former investigators?
Bill Pepper's former investigators were Ken Herman and John Billings.
Why did the movie idea about the assassination die?
The movie idea died when it was revealed that Frank Holt, whom Jowers accused, was alive and Betty Space could confirm that the story was false.
Was Betty Space involved in any movie deals?
No, Betty Space was not involved in any movie deals or seeking financial gain for her account.
Did the U.S. Department of Justice consider Jowers' allegations to be true?
No, the U.S. Department of Justice deemed Jowers' allegations to be false, suggesting that he fabricated his story for sensationalism and financial gain.
Are the MLK Tapes podcast endorsed by the King Family or the King Estate?
No, the MLK Tapes podcast is not endorsed by the King Family or the King Estate.
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