One of the earliest American boxing pieces you will see. Oilcloth banner advertises upcoming writings in the New York Clipper, the definitive American sports newspaper. Specifically, it promotes the columns of "WARD" one of the first famous American sportswriters. Most interesting is the upcoming "Tom Sayers' Proposed Visit To America." This is for a potential rematch with John C. Heenan on Hennan's own turf. 17.5x23.5". EX.