DEMPSEY, LT. COMMDR. JACK APPEARANCE & REFEREE POSTER (1945)

On July 3, 1945 at the Napa Fair Grounds in Napa, California former world heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey, now a lieutenant commander, was brought in to appear at and referee the boxing and wrestling matches on the show. Offered here is a rare, original, on site poster for this event which names Dempsey and concludes, "JAPAN STARTED IT ON THE 7TH---LET'S FINISH IT WITH THE 7TH."
This is an original, cardboard, on site poster which names Jack Dempsey. Bold color and print. One minor spot and some light toning from aging. No tack holes. Has a light horizontal crease. Not torn. Minor corner wear. 13 3/4" x 20."