James J. Corbett Signed Album Page, 1893

Signed "Yours Truly, Jas. J. Corbett, Nov. 25/93," on verso reads "Souvenir de Sofia Soulaki Laffe 1893"

Very Good Condition, Minor Edge Wear And Discoloration
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Known as 'Gentleman Jim', Corbett only fought 24 times, but is best known for defeating John L. Sullivan. Like Sullivan, Corbett is enshrined in the International Boxing Hall Of Fame.
 
 
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