Wanted Poster Online Auction

October 04, 2012

LOT 21

Lot 21

Myrtle Eaton, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U. S. Department of Justice Wanted Poster, 1935

Myrtle Eaton, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U. S. Department of Justice Wanted Poster, 1935
Lot 21 Details
Myrtle Eaton, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U. S. Department of Justice Wanted Poster, 1935

Barker-Karpis gang associate, girlfriend of William Weaver (Lapland Willie), issued by John Edgar Hoover, director
8" x 8" — 20.3 x 20.3 cm.

Estimate $50-$100

Realised: $24
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Wanted in connection with the kidnaping of Edward G. Bremer. Born Myrtle Eaton, aliases Ruth Martin, M. Ruth Martin, Ruth Hubbard, Sue Bond, Sue Hubble, Alice Martin, Myrtle King

CONDITION DETAILS

Previously mounted, glue and paper residue to back.

LOT 21
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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