BURNS, TOMMY SIGNED PHOTO WITH FURTHER NOTATION ON BACK

Tommy Burns was born on June 17, 1881 in Chesley, Ontario, Canada. He defeated Marvin Hart on February 23, 1906 to win the World Heavyweight Title. He eventually lost the title to Jack Johnson on December 26, 1908. He retired after losing to Joe Beckett on July 16, 1920 with a final record of 46-5-9 with 37 KO's. Presented here is a promotional photo of Tommy Burns which he has signed and inscribed on both the front and back.
This is an 8" x 10" black & white promotional photo of Burns in fight pose. Signed in ink on white left border, "To John Smith My Friend Tommy Burns When World's Heavyweight Champion 1906 to Dec 26/ 1908." Also signed in ink on the back, "Lost the title to Jack Johnson in Sydney Australia Dec 26/1908. Police stopping the contest in the 14th round of a 20 round contest Tommy Burns Aug. 26/1952." Bold, clear image. Mild center crease and mild crease in lower right corner. Minor edge and surface wear.