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April 5, 1915 Jess Willard vs. Jack Johnson Original Newspapers Lot of 2. On April 5, 1915 legendary boxer Jess Willard defeated Jack Johnson for the first time the African American icon lost in more than 10 years. Offered here are original issues of the "Buffalo Evening News" and "Buffalo Evening Times" newspapers with significant headlines representing that historic fight. Papers are in very nice condition, with fraying toward the edges, due to the stocks brittle nature. Very significant pieces in the sport's history.

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Auction Dates
November, 2010
21st Sunday
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Sold on Nov 21, 2010 for: $95.60
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