SHARKEY, JACK WIRE PHOTO (1930-POSING WITH GIANT CATCHER SHANTY HOGAN)

On June 12, 1930 at Yankee Stadium in New York Max Schmeling and Jack Sharkey fought for the vacant heavyweight title. Schmeling was awarded the win and the title on a foul by Sharkey in the fourth round. Sharkey had won the first three rounds, but lost his title bid on a low blow. Offered here is an original wire photo depicting Jack Sharkey posing with New York Giant catcher Shanty Hogan before the Giants-Pirates game on June 11, 1930 at the Polo Grounds, the day before his fight with Schmeling.
This is an original International News Photos wire photo with their stamp and caption on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Very minor edge wear. 6" x 8."