LOUIS, JOE & GABBY HARTNETT TYPE 1 WIRE PHOTO (1937)

JO Sports Inc.

Regular price $250.00

HISTORY: Joe Louis fought Jim Braddock on June 22, 1937 in Chicago for the Heavyweight Championship. Louis, down early in the fight rallied and knocked Braddock out in the 8th round to win the World Heavyweight Title. 

Offered here is an original, type 1 wire photo depicting Joe Louis and Chicago Cubs catcher Gabby Hartnett at Comiskey Park in Chicago on April 17, 1937 as Louis was preparing for his upcoming fight with Braddock at the same ballpark.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, type 1 wire photo by Associated Press with their stamp and full caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn, but has a small dink at lower left corner. 7" x 9."

Size: 7" x 9"

Condition: Very Good