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1923 antique CRIMINAL WANTED POSTER PHOTO hutchinson ks GRUNDY bank embezzlement
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A striking and highly desirable 1923 “WANTED” reward poster offering a substantial $1250.00 reward for the arrest of WALTER GRUNDY, an escaped bank president wanted for embezzlement. The document measures approximately 8.5 x 11 inches, and features a large central photographic portrait along with bold reward typography.
Issued by JESSE LANGFORD, Sheriff of Hutchinson, Kansas, this broadside identifies Grundy as a former president of the Fourth State Bank of Hutchinson who allegedly embezzled large sums of bank funds. The poster includes a detailed physical description and notes his associations with wealthy circles and possible involvement in oil or speculative ventures.
A particularly appealing feature is the presence of period law enforcement stamps, including a visible “Received by the Captain of Detectives – July 23, 1923” marking, adding authenticity and provenance tied to active police use.
Unlike the earlier military deserter posters, this piece relates to financial crime and banking fraud, expanding its appeal to collectors of crime history, law enforcement ephemera, and early 20th-century financial scandals.
Condition: Typical age-related wear including fold lines, toning, and light edge wear. Reverse shows age toning and handling wear. Overall displays well with strong visual presence.
An excellent and increasingly scarce piece of American crime and law enforcement history, especially with the higher reward amount and clear photographic image.
Authentic period piece related to family, historyor local heritage - well-suited for historical collections, genealogical /genealogy research, or museum acquisition.Vintage or Antique.
CONDITION: See listing description and photos.
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