Incredibly influential mobster who mentored Al Capone and helped build the ‘Chicago Outfit’ in the 1920s (1882–1957). Crystal-clear original glossy 5.5 x 3.25 mug shot photo of Torrio, filled out with a physical description and personal details on the reverse, listing his crime as “Forging In,” occupation as “Real Estate,” and date of arrest as “4-28-36,” although the date on the identification card in the photo is April 22, 1936. In fine condition, with a small tear to the lower border. Torrio was arrested on a forgery indictment for passing a bad promissory note; he subsequently plead guilty to income tax evasion and served two years in prison. This particular arrest made headlines throughout the nation, as bail was set at a whopping $100,000—which Torrio’s wife quickly delivered to the courthouse in cash. Provenance: Eugene Canevari Collection. RR Auction COA.
