Jack Johnson wins heavyweight title.... 1st negro...
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December 26, 1908
SPRINGFIELD DAILY REPUBLICAN, Springfield, Massachusetts, December 26, 1908 This 16 page newspaper has small one column headlines on page 3: "NEW CHAMPION OF THE WORLD" "JACK JOHNSON DEFEATS BURNS" "Awarded Decision on Points at Sydney After Police Had Interfered in the 14th Round--A Terrific Battle".
Tells of the historic boxing match which made Jack Johnson the very 1st negro heavyweight champion of the World.
See photos for complete text which takes up about 1 1/2 columns. A very important report in the sport of boxing.
Other news of the day. Light browning, minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition. Should be handled with care.
Tells of the historic boxing match which made Jack Johnson the very 1st negro heavyweight champion of the World.
See photos for complete text which takes up about 1 1/2 columns. A very important report in the sport of boxing.
Other news of the day. Light browning, minor margin wear, otherwise in good condition. Should be handled with care.
Category: The 20th Century
