Lot 815
Arrest Papers. Lot of two arrest papers filled out and signed. Both pieces are from the Vilna Ghetto. 1. In German. One page, oblong duodecimo, Vilna, October 27, 1942. Signed in blue crayon, with penciled notations. Stamped "Arrived" at bottom left corner. There is some wear and two very small areas of paper loss at the left edge but overall the piece is in very good condition.
"Feitel, Simon is to be arrested and turned over to my possession. The work-department is requested to send the above person immediately to the work-camp Palemonas. Ghetto Police Chief."
2. Partially printed, accomplished in manuscript. In German. One page, oblong duodecimo, Vilna, October 1, 1942. Various ink notations. Three very small areas of paper loss at the left, and overall this piece is in good condition.
"From the Worker's Police. Michele Kowner, a worker in the Energy plant. Grounds for arrest; non-appearance at work." In 1942, the Vilna Ghetto was relatively quiet. After multiple mass Aktionen in 1941, the Judenrat in Vilna worked to promote the policy of rescue through work, believing that keeping the ghetto productive would ensure its survival -- a hollow wish since the final liquidation of the Vilna Ghetto took place in September of 1943.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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