JOE LOUIS PUBLICIST 1936 PERSONAL LETTER/1940 PROMO BOOK/CANDID PHOTO.
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Starting Bid:
$115.00
(Includes 15% Buyer's Premium)
Bidding Ended:
Wednesday, July 24, 2013 2:00:00 AM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Wednesday, July 24, 2013 2:00:00 AM)
Auction:
Auction #209 - Part I
Item numbers 1 through 1144 in auction 209
Item Description
8.5x11” typewritten letter from publicist Ulysses S. Boykin dated Jan.7, 1936 w/“Joe Louis America’s Newest Knockout Sensation” letterhead is addressed to Cecelia Chancellor in Columbus, Ohio. Much personal content including mention of “Roxborough” who was Louis’ manager at the time, Louis’ wife Marva, and “Happy 36”. Signed in pencil “Ulysses”. Two folds as mailed, otherwise Fine. Comes w/matching but worn VG envelope. Boykin was also owner of the Detroit Tribune at some point. Louis would beat Braddock the next year and become heavyweight champion. Next is 5.5x7” soft cover titled “Joe Louis ‘Brown Bomber’ Argument Settler.” 1940 First edition cartoon book w/64 pages w/numerous cartoons by Eugene E. Williams. Covers have light wear. Fine. Contents Exc. Last item is 3-3/8x5” original vintage candid glossy snapshot showing Louis in suit at dining room table. Light creasing. Good. Interesting trio for one of the greatest heavyweight champions in history.
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