This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 6/26/2011
This original, first generation photo, originated from one of the newspaper archives from the John Rogers Photo Archives.
Measures 6.5" x 8.5". This vintage offering depicts all the vital measurements of the combatants in the July 4th, 1923 heavyweight title fight between Jack Dempsey and challenger Tommy Gibbons in Shelby, Montana. Chicago Bureau cutline affixed on reverse with From Chicago Bureau & Jul 6 1923 stamps. (F1242)
News service photos are also included, and in those instances, are identified as such by their respective stampings. Acme Wire Photo, Associated Press, International News, and United Press have provided images to the archives. Reverse images are included for identification purposes. As part of the production process for the newspaper, images may show production notes, photographer's stamps, date codes, and other markings associated with the production of the Sporting News newspaper. In all cases, each selected image is of superior quality, subject matter, clarity, contrast and condition. Each image was archived by the Sporting News and includes the official Seattle Times hologram, assuring its origin and provenance. Additional MEARS LOA included with each lot.
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