Actress who moved to New York in search of fame on the stage, but fell in love with jewelry thief Eli Schonbrun. They were convicted of murder in a sensational trial after a woman was found bound, gagged, and suffocated after the robbery of an expensive diamond ring. Four identical original glossy photos, each approximately 3 x 6, showing Webb in fancy dress (presumably from her career as an actress), bearing an inherent caption to the lower border, “Madeline Webb, Case 160—17 Squad.” One has a handwritten notation to reverse: “Sentenced to life imprisonment, found guilty of murder, 1st degree killing of.” In overall fine condition. Provenance: Eugene Canevari Collection. RR Auction COA.
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