Boxer known as the ‘Boston Strong Boy’ (1858–1918). Fighting on turf and with bare knuckles, Sullivan became the heavyweight champion of the world under the London Prize Ring rules by defeating Paddy Ryan on February 7, 1882. ALS, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 6.5, hotel letterhead, May 31, 1910. Letter to John Wilson. In part: “Your letter reached me at this Hotel where I am stopping myself and wife will be delighted to see you old pal at any time before two in the day or eleven thirty at night just for the pleasure of pressing you by the hand and the wife as well don’t tell any one where I am.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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