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Max Schmeling Wins Over Jack Sharkey In 1930...



Item # 654640

June 13, 1930

THE DETROIT NEWS, Detroit, Michigan, June 13, 1930 

* Max Schmeling vs. Jack Sharkey
* Heavyweight boxing championship
* Famous foul - punch below the belt


This 60 page newspaper has nice photo showing Max Schmeling on the canvas with caption: "THE END OF THE SHARKEY-SCHMELING FIGHT"

Also one column headlines: "SHARKEY'S FOUL BLOW ACCIDENT", "American Was Leading When He Hit Schmeling Below Belt in Fourth Round" and "Title Goes To Germany".

Much more on the front page of the sport's section (page 31) with headlines and more related photos (see photos).

Other news, sports, and advertisements of the day, including a front page report on the death of the famous speedboat racer Sir Henry Segrave.

Rag edition in very nice condition.

Category: The 20th Century