Legendary organized crime leader (1902–1983) who headed the notorious “enforcement” syndicate Murder, Inc., which emerged in the early 1930s as successor to the warring Prohibition gangs and the old-line Mafia, and continued to operate into the 1950s. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Lansky, payable to Owners and Tenants Electric Co. Inc. for $10.10, February 20, 1936. Vertical fold, and punch cancellations touching first name and “L,” otherwise fine condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
