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HISTORY: On March 12, 1914 at the Auditorium in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Ad Wolgast and Willie Ritchie fought for the world lightweight title (U.S.A. version). Ritchie knocked Wolgast own in the 7th round on his way to winning a ten round decision.
Offered here is an original, first generation, large format, panorama photograph for this event.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, first generation, large format panoramic photograph from this event which shows the ring and the crowd looking back at the camera. Photographer stamp for Kaufmann, Weimer & Fabry Company of Chicago at lower right. At bottom center is printed, MILWAUKEE AUDITORIUM MARCH 12, 1914 WOLGAST-RITCHIE MATCH 8,000 IN ATTENDANCE. Bold, clear image. Clean without staining. Not creased or torn. 18" x 24" and framed to 24 1/2" x 30 1/2."
Exceptionally rare, the only example we have seen.
