BASILIO, CARMEN-BILLY GRAHAM I OFFICIAL PROGRAM (1953)

On June 6, 1953 at the War Memorial in Syracuse, New York welterweights Carmen Basilio and Billy Graham battled for the New York State Welterweight Title. Basilio prevailed winning a unanimous 12 round decision and the title. Offered here is a rare, original, official program for this event.
This is an original official program which pictures both fighters on the cover. 16 pages complete with scorecard. Not scored. Tight binding. Has a center crease. Mild cover soiling. Clean interior. 8 1/2" x 11."