COULON, JOHNNY SIGNED POLICE GAZETTE SUPPLEMENT

Johnny Coulon began his professional career in 1905. In his own hand he claimed to be Bantamweight Champion Of The World from 1907 to 1914, although the record and history of the sport indicate otherwise. He was an accomplished fighter and did lose a title bout to Kid Williams in 1914. In addition to Williams his opponents included Pete Herman and Charles LeDoux. He retired in 1920 and went on to run a gym for amateurs, performed as a referee and did a speciality act in vaudeville. Presented here is a scarce Police Gazette Supplement of Johnny Coulon which he has signed and inscribed. From the collection of Floyd "Red" Taylor.
This is an original, paper, Police Gazette Supplement of Johnny Coulon in full, fight pose. Boldly signed in ink, "To My Good Friend Floyd Taylor With Best Wishes Johnny Coulon Bantamweight Champion of the World 1907-14." Bold, clear image. Has a center crease. Tape stains at center and top border. Fighter label above inscription. Minor edge wear. Closed tear on right edge with no paper loss. 9 3/4" x 15."