SHARKEY, TOM & SPEEDY DADO & TOD MORGAN WIRE PHOTO

Tom Sharkey was born on November 26, 1873. During his career he fought Jim Corbett, Bob Fitzsimmons and Jim Jeffries among others. He fought Jim Jeffries for the heavyweight title in 1899 but lost the decision after 25 rounds. Presented here is an original antique wirephoto of Tom Sharkey lifting Tod Morgan and Speedy Dado. Sharkey was greeting them as they arrived in Los Angeles to participate in the Guardian Club program.
This original antique wirephoto of Tom Sharkey is 8" x 11 1/2." The corners are slightly creased. Generally clean with no rips or tears.