WOLGAST, MIDGET WIRE PHOTO (1933-TRAINING FOR JACKIE BROWN FIGHT)

Joseph Robert Loscalzo also known as Midget Wolgast (born 1910-07-18 in Philadelphia, PA — died 1955-10-19) was a world flyweight boxing champion. Wolgast turned pro in 1925 and was considered one of the fastest boxers of his time. Wolgast defeated Black Bill for the vacant New York State Athletic Commission world flyweight title in 1930. Wolgast has been elected to the IBHOF and the Helms Boxing Hall of Fame. Offered here is a rare wire photograph of Midget Wolgast in training for his upcoming fight with Jackie Brown.
This is an original International News Photos wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Mild crease in lower right corner. 6 1/2" x 8 1/2."