THIL, MARCEL-CEFERINO GARCIA & PEDRO MONTANEZ CARNIVAL OF CHAMPIONS WIRE PHOTO (1937)

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On September 23, 1937 at the Polo Grounds in New York history was made when four championship bouts were featured on one fight show. Barney Ross defended his Welterweight Title defeating Ceferino Garcia in 15 rounds by decision. Lou Ambers retained his Lightweight Title defeating Pedro Montanez by 15 round decision. Marcel Thil lost his Middleweight Title when he was stopped by Fred Apostoli in 10 rounds. Harry Jeffra won a 15 round decision and the Bantamweight Title defeating Sixto Escobar. All eight great fighters on one card. Offered here is a wire photo picturing Ceferino Garcia, Marcel Thil and Pedro Montanez at a community training camp before the fight in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey.
This is an original International News Photos wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Minor edge and corner wear. Minor spotting at bottom. Bold, clear image. No creases or tears. 6 1/2" x 8 1/2."

Size: 6 1/2 x 8 1/2

Condition: excellent