Arlette Simon, the enigmatic wife of infamous con artist Armand Stavisky, has been revealed to be a key player in her husband’s illicit schemes. Born near Spain, Arlette grew up on the notorious boardwalk, where her vivacity, sparkling eyes, and charming smile made her a local sensation. However, her life took a tumultuous turn when her widowed mother allegedly stole the young son of another woman and began a romantic affair with a man barely older than Arlette, who had already set his sights on the young woman. Arlette claimed she was too cunning for him to manipulate, but her stepfather’s intentions remained unclear.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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