At the time of the raid, this home at 1514 Schuyler Road was being rented out by its owner, actress Ann Dvorak; she was neither aware of nor involved with the "activities" which took place at her property. Photograph caption dated April 6, 1951 reads, "This is the fabulous 'purple room' with king-sized bed and exquisite decorations. Rates here ranged as high as $150 for a 'double-header'--two girls with one rich customer. In a 'lower trade' room--the red room--rates were as low as $20. Autographed photos of big-name film stars were found in 'purple room.'"
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1 photographic print :b&w ;21 x 26 cm. Photographic prints
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