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Lot #256
Jack Ruby Congratulatory Telegram and Business Cards

Congratulatory telegram sent after Oswald’s murder “Well done soldier. Mission accomplished”

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Congratulatory telegram sent after Oswald’s murder “Well done soldier. Mission accomplished”

Three different business cards from Ruby’s Carousel Club and a Western Union telegram. All cards measure approximately 3.5 x 2. One is light blue with black lettering which reads, “Dallas Newest Night Club, GIRLS GALORE if you care to see the Show of Shows Continuous Entertainment Until 2:00 AM”; a light pink card with an illustration of a champagne glass and dancing girl, with “Your host…Jack Ruby,” printed along the bottom; and a beige card which reads, “Offering Sophisticated, Risqué, Provocative, Delightful Entertainment—Your Host—Jack Ruby,” and signed on the reverse, “Admit party, Jack Ruby,” with a phone number written along the edge. Also included is a Western Union telegram, sent to Ruby at the Carousel Club by US Army Master Sergeant Carl C. Dewey, dated November 24, 1963, reading, “Well done soldier. Mission accomplished.” All four are matted and framed together with an original UPI press photo of Ruby and two women backstage at his club to an overall size of 14 x 24.5. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: JFK 50th Anniversary Auction
  • Dates: #417 - Ended October 23, 2013