Wanted Notice

Original Wanted Notice, for information leading to the apprehension of Charles Williams on charging of prowling in apartment buildings in Portland, Oregon. Notice is dated March 10, 1913 and features an affixed mug shot photograph of Williams.

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 7 x 10 inches, this notice is in overall fine condition, aside from slight, expected age wear.