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Title: Original 1906 Wanted Poster – $250 Reward for Murderer William Spores (Indiana)
Details & History:
Up for sale is an authentic, original 1906 Wanted / Reward Poster issued by the Sheriff of Washington County, Indiana (Charles T. Schlagal) and City Marshal H.W. Medlock.
Subject: William Spores – Wanted for the brutal murder and robbery of John D. Fawbush near Little York, Scott County, Indiana.
Date: June 12, 1906
Key Features: Features an original portrait photograph of the suspect along with a vivid physical description detailing his appearance, habits ("inclined to loaf around saloons"), and injuries ("cripple foot").
Origin: Salem / Little York / Scott County / Harrison County, Indiana.
Condition:
Authentic early 20th-century paper ephemera.
Shows age-appropriate wear including toning, a dark water stain along the upper edge, minor rough edges/chipping along the top, and light pencil numbers in the top right margin.
The back has a couple of clear tape repairs at the bottom fold/tear area.
Text and photograph remain bold, clear, and fully legible. Please review photos closely for exact cosmetic details.
Shipping:
Will be packed securely flat between rigid cardboard sheets to ensure safe delivery.
