Wanted Sheet

Original Wanted Poster reading in part "Referring to our Circular No. 452 dated August 6, 1930, we wish to advise you that George Francone was apprehended... / September 4th, 1930."

From the collection of Police Chief Michael Webb (1950-2009). Webb joined the Vinita Park, Missouri police force in 1974 and served until his death in 2009, during which time he purchased crime artifacts from relatives of criminals and law officers. Boasting more than 8,000 wanted posters, pieces of Webb’s collection have been featured in film and displayed at the National Crime and Punishment Museum in Washington.

Measuring approximately 8 x 10 inches, sheet exhibits the expected signs of wear and age including chipping and tearing to its edges.