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HISTORY: On March 1, 1983 at the Civic Center in Baltimore, Maryland heavyweights Earnie Shavers and George Chaplin headlined the boxing show. Chaplin won by disqualification in the 9th round. The referee stopped the bout and disqualified Shavers for a series of low blows. Shavers was deducted a point in the third and two points in the ninth. The 30-year-old Chaplin controlled the bout from the opening bell, scoring with combinations as Shavers attempts to land powerful uppercuts missed wildly. Shavers returned to his corner bleeding from the left nostril following the opening round. The 38-year-old Shavers entered the bout badly out of shape, weighing in officially at 215 pounds. He had been well behind on points when he was disqualified, having lost every round.
Offered here is an original, on site poster for this event which has been signed by Earnie Shavers.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, cardboard, on site poster which names the fighters and pictures both Earnie Shavers and George Chaplin. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. No tack holes. Boldly signed in black sharpie, "Earnie Shavers "Peace." No center crease. Some small corner creases. No tears. 22" x 35 1/4."
Rare, the first we have seen.
