SCHMELING, MAX-MICKEY WALKER WIRE PHOTO (1932)

On September 26, 1932 at the Madison Square Garden Bowl in Long Island City, New York heavyweights Max Schmeling and Mickey Walker battled in the main event of an important division contest. Schmeling, who lost his title to Jack Sharkey in his previous bout, emerged victorious stopping Walker in the 8th round. Jack Kearns, Walker's manager, signaled Referee Denning to stop the bout. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting action during the bout.
This is an original United Press International wire photo with their stamp on back. No caption. Clear image. Not creased or torn. The flaws visible in the scan are in the photo itself. Clean front and back. 7" x 9."