KILBANE, JOHNNY SIGNED POLICE GAZETTE SUPPLEMENT

HISTORY: John Patrick "Johnny" Kilbane (April 9, 1889 – May 31, 1957) was a featherweight boxer in the early part of the 20th century. He held the World Featherweight title from 1912 to 1923, the longest period in the division's history. He is the second longest world title holder in boxing history behind Joe Louis. Statistical boxing website BoxRec lists Kilbane as the #2 ranked featherweight of all-time, while The Ring Magazine founder Nat Fleischer placed him at #5. The International Boxing Research Organization rates Kilbane as the 8th best featherweight ever. He was inducted into the Ring Magazine Hall of Fame in 1960 and the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1995. Offered here is a signed police gazette supplement of Johnny Kilbane.

FULL DESCRIPTION:This is original, paper, Police Gazette Supplement of Johnny Kilbane in full fight pose as he looked at the height of his career. Boldly signed in ink, "8-21-53 To a Grand Person & Friend from Johnny Kilbane Featherweight Champion from 1912 to 1923. Bold, clear image. Clean. Center fold. Edge and surface wear. 10" x 15 1/2."