ATTELL, ABE-HARLEM TOMMY MURPHY ANTIQUE PHOTO (1912)

On March 9, 1912 at Coffroth's Mission Street Arena in Daly City, California featherweights Abe Attell and Harlem Tommy Murphy met in the main event. Murphy outweighed Attell by 20 pounds and won a 20 round decision over Attell. Offered here is an original, first generation photograph depicting the two fighters squaring off before the event.
This is an original, first generation photograph. Bold, clear image. Crease in upper right corner. Edge and corner wear. Minor discoloration at top border. Several small closed tears with repairs on back. 7 1/4" x 9 1/4."