BESMANOFF, WILLIE SIGNED FIGHT CONTRACT (1960-FOR ARCHIE MOORE FIGHT)

HISTORY: On May 25, 1960 at the Fairgrounds Coliseum in Indianapolis Archie Moore and Willie Besmanoff fought in a heavyweight matchup. The fight was promoted as being for the American Heavyweight Title. Moore stopped Besmanoff in the 10th round. Offered here is the original contract for this fight signed by Willie Besmanoff, and promoter Al Farb. FULL DESCRIPTION: This is a one page, typed contract which lays out the terms for the fight. Signed in ink by Willie Besmanoff, and the promoter Al Farb. Clean front and back. Includes original folds. Minor edge wear with small paper loss at lower border not affecting the text. 8 1/4" x 14." Scarce signature of a fighter who went on to fight Cassius Clay.