JEFFRIES, JAMES ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO (1909-TRAINING FOR JOHNSON)

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 wire photo which depicts James Jeffries overweight and out of shape as he began training in December, 1909 for this fight.

FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original wire photo with their stamp on the back. Labelled on back. Bold, clear image. Clean. Not creased. Closed tear on right edge. Minor surface wear.  2 3/4" x 7."