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JOSEPH SALTIS (1894-1947). Known as Polack Joe. American (Hungarian-born) bootlegger and gangster. Photographed in a police lineup in Chicago, Illinois, after being arrested following a squabble with his wife, 23 Novemeber 1941
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JOSEPH SALTIS (1894-1947). Known as Polack Joe. American (Hungarian-born) bootlegger and gangster. Photographed in a police lineup in Chicago, Illinois, after being arrested following a squabble with his wife, 23 Novemeber 1941
JOSEPH SALTIS (1894-1947).
Known as Polack Joe. American (Hungarian-born) bootlegger and gangster. Photographed in a police lineup in Chicago, Illinois, after being arrested following a squabble with his wife, 23 Novemeber 1941
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Media ID 6181614
1941 Bootlegger Chicago Fedora Gangster Hungarian Joseph Line Up Mafia Over Coat Police Station Vest Domestic Violence Stubble
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This print captures the infamous Joseph Saltis, better known as Polack Joe, an American bootlegger and gangster of Hungarian descent. Taken during a police lineup in Chicago, Illinois on November 23rd, 1941, this image showcases a man who exudes both power and mystery. Standing tall with his hands resting on his vest, Polack Joe wears a stylish overcoat that adds to his aura of authority. His fedora sits confidently atop his head, casting a shadow over his face which is adorned with mid-stubble. The intensity in his eyes hints at the danger he represents. Arrested following a heated dispute with his wife, this photograph offers us a glimpse into the tumultuous life of Joseph Saltis. A prominent figure within the mafia world during Prohibition-era America, he was no stranger to violence and illicit activities. The Granger Collection has masterfully preserved this piece from their Carousel Collection - an invaluable historical artifact that sheds light on one of Chicago's most notorious criminals. With its impeccable quality and attention to detail, this print allows viewers to step back in time and witness firsthand the enigmatic presence of Polack Joe. Whether you are fascinated by true crime or captivated by history's darker side, this compelling image will undoubtedly leave you intrigued by the complex character that was Joseph Saltis.
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