Chicago Prohibition-era gangster. Moran led a bloody turf war against Al Capone, his archnemesis, for many years. Several associates of Moran were killed by associates of Capone in the notorious St. Valentine's Day Massacre in 1929. After Prohibition ended, Moran's criminal career declined, and he died in prison while serving time for bank robbery. DS, signed 'George Moran,' one page, 8 x 3.75, November 28, 1938. Partial document, neatly signed in black ink by Moran and countersigned by a Notary Public. In full, 'George Moran being duly first sworn, states that he has read the above and foregoing petition signed by him to be upon the information and belief, and that as to those matters this affiant states that he believes them to be true.' Nicely leather matted and framed by the Gallery of History, with a biographical plaque, a photo of the St. Valentines Day Massacre aftermath and a photo of Moran, to an overall size of 29 x 21. In fine condition. RRAuction COA. Oversized.
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