JO Sports Inc.
HISTORY: Max Baer was born on February 11, 1909 in Omaha, Nebraska. He began his professional boxing career on May 16, 1929. He stopped Primo Carnera in 11 rounds on June 14, 1934 in Long Island City to win the Heavyweight Title. He lost it to James J. Braddock on June 13, 1935. He posted a career record of 70-13. In addition to Carnera he had victories over Max Schmeling, Tommy Farr, Tom Heeney and King Levinsky. Presented here is an original wire photo depicting Max Baer and then Mary Ellen Sullivan about to be married in Washington, D.C. on June 29, 1935.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original ACME Newspictures wire photo with their stamp and full caption on back. Bold, clear image. Clean without staining. Small border crease in lower left corner. No tears. 7" x 9."
