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Jack Dempsey

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Trainer Jerry "The Greek" Luvadis is putting something on boxer Jack Dempsey's throat during a training session. Dempsey is wearing headgear and a robe and is looking toward the camera. The handwritten inscription reads: "To My Pal/Eddie Sullivan/a great kid/always the best/Jack Dempsey/Nov. 18-29."

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Dimensions 18 x 23 cm

Collection Information

Call Number WCFTR NF Sullivan, Ed

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Copyright Status COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Conditions For Use This image is issued by the Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research. For further information, contact WCFTR. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Center. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied for resale or distribution as a photoprint, used as agency stock, or used in any other enterprise. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research.
Rights Holder Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research
Unique ID
W0145C7
Legacy ID
WHi 141343

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