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Lot 576
A Group of George Halas Documents With Fascinating Content
Sale 1195 - Sports Memorabilia
Lots Open
Jun 9, 2023
Lots Close
Jun 26, 2023
Timed Online / Chicago
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Estimate
$500 - 700
Price Realized
$300
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Lot Description
A Group of George Halas Documents With Fascinating Content

comprising four letters, all pertaining to the "beating of an individual" at Soldier Field during a Bears game in 1981:
One: A claimants copy of the Chicago Police report.
Two: A reply letter from the Police to the claimant.
Three: A letter sent to George Halas from the same, recounting the act of violence.
Four: Reply letter signed by George Halas stating that the Bears merely rent Soldier Field, and Papa Bear deflected any blame on the Chicago Park District.

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