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HISTORY: Terry McGovern was born on March 9, 1880 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. He fought as a featherweight during the 1890's and early 1900's. During his career he fought Battling Nelson, Jimmy Britt, and Joe Gans among others. On September 12, 1899 he stopped Pedlar Palmer in the 1st round to win the World Bantamweight Title. On January 9, 1900 he stopped the great George Dixon in 8 rounds to win the World Featherweight Title. Presented here is a rare, original cabinet card of Terry McGovern dating to 1900 based on the fight record provided on the back.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original cabinet card of Terry McGovern in full fight pose. Photographer stamp at bottom by D. Altman of New York. Bold, clear image. Not creased or torn. Mcgovern's fight record into 1900 on the reverse. Residue and wear on back from mounting. Front is generally clean. 4 1/4" x 6 1/2." Quite rare, one of the very few cabinet cards of Terry McGovern we have seen.
