Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Lot #201
Pinkerton Detective Agency

Wanted for embezzlement

This lot has closed

Estimate: $0+
Sell a Similar Item?
Refer Collections and Get Paid
Share:  

Description

Wanted for embezzlement

A Pinkerton’s National Detective Agency wanted poster, 8.5 x 11, offering a $250 reward for George Bogart wanted for embezzlement. Poster shows an image of Bogart’s face, a sample of his handwriting, as well as a printed physical description. Bottom states “If arrested, charge with embezzlement of $8500.00 from the city of Evanston, Cook Co., Ill., on or about July 9, 1897.” Intersecting storage folds, punch hole and pencil notation to top right, and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Texas & Western
  • Dates: #379 - Ended November 17, 2011