Lot 131
Capone, Al (1899-1947) America's most notorious gangster. Partly-printed Document Signed "Alfonse Capone" twice, once on the front and once on the verso. Also signed and endorsed by Theresa and Mae Capone, his mother and wife. Fine; Capone's signature on the front is bold and clear; the other signatures are affected by bank stamps but are still legible. Being an interest note from the Lawndale National Bank, Chicago, Illinois, on Loan No. 6223, dated November 18, 1926. In 1925, Capone took over Johnnie Torrio's empire and became a major kingpin in the underworld. From 1925 to 1930 he was busy syndicating and expanding Chicago's vice industry. He controlled speakeasies, bookie joints, gambling houses, brothels, horse and race tracks, nightclubs, distilleries, and breweries, making a reported $100,000,000 per year. This is a document signed at the height of Capone's power.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 9,500.
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