JOHNSON, JACK-JAMES JEFFRIES ORIGINAL WIRE PHOTO (1910-JOHNSON TRAINING)

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 Jack Johnson and his people at Johnson's training camp 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 or torn. 4 3/4" x 7."