JOHNSON, JACK-JAMES JEFFRIES LE PETIT JOURNAL SUPPLEMENT (1910)

HISTORY: On July 4, 1910 Jack Johnson successfully defended his heavyweight title against Jim Jeffries, the former champion. Jeffries had retired undefeated champion after his last fight in 1904. Encouraged greatly by a racist public eager to get rid of Jack Johnson, Jeffries agreed to fight Johnson, but age and an almost six year lay-off, coupled with Johnson's great skill and youth proved to be too much. Jeffries was easily defeated in a one sided match. Offered here is an original Le Petit Journal Supplement which was made to depict Johnson's victory following the fight.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This s an original Le Petit Journal Supplement which was made to depict Johnson's victory following the fight. Bold color and print and bold, clear images. Minor edge wear. Has a closed tear on left side with no paper loss. Matted and framed. 11" x 17." Seldom seen.