American boxer (1866–1933) who was the first gloved heavyweight boxing champion of the world from 1892 to 1897. Vintage ink signature and inscription to Philadelphia sports writer H. Walter Schlichter, “To my dear old friend H. Walter Schlichter, with warmest regards, Jas. J. Corbett, Bayside, N.Y., Dec 20/28,” on an off-white 5.25 x 7.5 sheet. In very good condition, with a rough left edge and moderate blocks of toning over portions of signature and inscription, affecting the overall appearance of the page. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.
