SCHMELING, MAX SIGNED ACTION PHOTO (MICKEY WALKER FIGHT)

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. The bout was postponed from the original date of September 19, 1932. Offered here is an action photo depicting the end of the fight which has been boldly signed and inscribed by Max Schmeling in ink.
This is an action, 8" x 10" photograph. Bold, clear image. Signed in ink Max Schmeling with a German inscription. Bold, clear image. Crease at upper right. Edge and corner wear. Minor surface wear. Clean.