Famous Tom Sayers & John Heenan boxing match...
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April 30, 1860
NEW-YORK TRIBUNE, April 30, 1860 Appearing at the top of the first column on pg. 6 are headlines (shown in the photo) reporting one of the most famous boxing matches of the nineteenth century involving John Heenan, the American champion, and Tom Sayers, the English champion.
In the third column under "The Great Fight" is a detailed and graphic report: "History of the Battle" "The Fight For The Championship". The report takes nearly three columns, and provides many details and particulars about the fight. This was a 42 round match ending in a draw.
A few minor ink stains in the report, otherwise the issue is in very good condition.
In the third column under "The Great Fight" is a detailed and graphic report: "History of the Battle" "The Fight For The Championship". The report takes nearly three columns, and provides many details and particulars about the fight. This was a 42 round match ending in a draw.
A few minor ink stains in the report, otherwise the issue is in very good condition.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
