Wanted Poster Online Auction

October 04, 2012

LOT 15

Lot 15

Mrs. Helen Gillis, Division of investigation, U.S. Department of Justice Wanted Poster, 1934

Mrs. Helen Gillis, Division of investigation, U.S. Department of Justice Wanted Poster, 1934
Lot 15 Details
Mrs. Helen Gillis, Division of investigation, U.S. Department of Justice Wanted Poster, 1934

wife of ‘Baby Face’ Nelson, issued by J. Edgar Hoover, director, addressed to D. O. Draper, Chief Constable, Toronto, Canada and postmarked at Buffalo, N.Y., August 3, 1934
8" x 8" — 20.3 x 20.3 cm.

Estimate $50-$100

Realised: $36
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Wanted by the United States Marshal. Aliases Mrs. Joseph J. Marr, Marian Virginia Marr, Marion Virginia Marr, Mrs. Jimmie Williams, Mrs. Lester M. Gillis, Mrs. “Baby Face” Nelson, Mrs. Lester Gates

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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