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HISTORY: James J. Jeffries was born on April 15, 1875 in Carroll, Ohio. He won the World Heavyweight Title on June 9, 1899 from Bob Fitzsimmons. He initially retired undefeated in 1905 posting career victories over James Corbett, Tom Sharkey as well as Robert Fitzsimmons. He retired after losing to Jack Johnson on July 4, 1910, his only loss, with a final record of 18-1-2 with 15 KO's.
Offered here is an original, on site, exhibition broadside advertising James J. Jeffries as world heavyweight champion to appear in a boxing bout with Sam Berger at the Victory Theatre in San Jose, California.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, paper, on site broadside advertising a vaudeville show with Jeffries appearing in a boxing bout. Bold color and print. 4 folds. Mild edge wear. Clean front and back. 4 1/4" x 12."
