CORBETT, JAMES J.-CHARLEY MITCHELL PRE FIGHT POLICE GAZETTE SUPPLEMENT POSTER (1894)

On January 25, 1894 in Jacksonville, Florida heavyweight champion James J. Corbett defended his title against the English champion Charley Mitchell. Corbett made short work of Mitchell stopping him in the 3rd round. Offered here is a pre fight poster for this event which was issued as a supplement by the Police Gazette on January 13, 1894.
This is an original paper, pre fight poster which pictures both fighters. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. professionally linen backed. Clean. Not creased or torn. Minor restoration at the edges. 16 1/2" x 23 1/4."