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American mobster (1894–1974) who was the older brother of Al Capone and a prominent member of the Chicago Outfit during Prohibition. Nicknamed 'Bottles' for his management of the Capone organization's legitimate bottling business, he was designated 'Public Enemy No. 3' by the Chicago Crime Commission while his brother Al was known as 'Public Enemy No. 1.' Original pearl-finish 6.5 x 8.5 photograph of Ralph Capone, older brother of Chicago crime boss Al Capone, posing with two fellow Capone gang associates at the Happy Hollow tourist attraction in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The whimsical image depicts Ralph standing at left holding a rifle while his companions clown inside a mock jail cell beneath a sign reading "City Jail in Happy Hollow." One of the men bears a strong resemblance to Capone gang member Anthony ‘Tough Tony’ Capezio. In fine condition, with slight edgewear. Originates from the personal photo album of Dorothy Pucci Capone, who was married to Albert Capone, Al Capone's younger brother.
Taken during the Capone organization's frequent visits to Hot Springs, this lighthearted souvenir photograph offers a rare glimpse of Ralph Capone away from the world of organized crime. Long a favored destination for gangsters, gamblers, and politicians, Hot Springs attracted members of the Chicago Outfit seeking recreation amid the city's famous bathhouses, casinos, and nightlife. Happy Hollow was among the area's popular tourist attractions, featuring novelty Western-themed sets where visitors could pose in staged scenes like the mock jail shown here.
