HISTORY: Peter Maher was born on March 16, 1896 in Gunnode Tuam, Galway, Ireland. His first professional fight was a win over C.Arthur on March 18, 1887. He won a claim to the Heavyweight Championship on November 11, 1895 after defeating Steve O'Donnell. During his career he also fought Tom Sharkey, Bob Fitzsimmons, Joe Choynski, Jack Bonner, Joe Butler and Philadelphia Jack O'Brien. Offered here is an original cabinet card of Peter Maher.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original cabinet card by photographer Frank Wendt of New York with his logo on the mount. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Minor corner wear. 4 1/4" x 6 1/2."
