Pair Vintage Boxing Headline Newspapers
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(1) 1937 Joe Louis vs James Braddock Heavyweight Boxing Title Fight Full Newspaper. Full Springfield Union newspaper from June 23, 1937 with headline "BRADDOCK GOES DOWN UNDER LOUIS' ATTACK, LOSES CHAMPIONSHIP". Great historic newspaper, historical headline, interesting articles and cool advertising. In good condition but because of its age very delicate with a few small tears/flakes along the edges (see photos). Measures 22.5" x 17.5". (2) 1962 Sonny Liston vs Floyd Patterson Heavyweight Boxing Title Fight Newspaper. Full Detroit Free Press newspaper from Wednesday, September 26, 1962 with "LISTON KO'S FLOYD" headline and full article including photos from the fight. Liston defeats Patterson in just over 2 minutes in the first round in Comiskey Park in front of 26,000 spectators. Newspaper is in very good condition for its age, great subject matter, advertisements and other content are equally great. Measures 22.5" x 15".
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Pair Vintage Boxing Headline Newspapers
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