BRADDOCK, JAMES-TOMMY FARR ORIGINAL TYPE 1 WEIGH IN PHOTOGRAPH (1938)

HISTORY: On January 21, 1938 at Madison Square Garden in New York former heavyweight champion James J. Braddock fought Tommy Farr in the main event. At the end of ten rounds Braddock won a close ten round split decision. Referee Johnny McAvoy had it 4-4-2, but Braddock on points. This was Braddock's last professional fight. Offered here is an original type 1 wire photo depicting Tommy Farr and James Braddock being weighed in on the day of the fight. FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original type 1 Associated Press wire photo with their caption and stamp on the back. Bold, clear image. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Minor edge and corner wear. 7" x 9."