Boxing promoter (1906-1998) who organized fights at Madison Square Garden, and was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1992. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Madison Square Garden Center, Inc. letterhead, May 9, 1973. Letter to Mr. and Mrs. Ken Browne, in part: "It was kind of you to write me on the occasion of my retirement. Like you, I also think back with pleasant recollections to the days of Baer-Braddock, Ambers-Canzoneri, and Saddler-Pep. Unlike many 'old-timers,' I happen to think that some of today's boxers could hold their own with those of the past. The Joe Frazier who beat Muhammad Ali was one of the best heavyweights I ever saw, and Muhammad Ali—up to the time of his long absence from the ring—was also a great heavyweight. I make these exceptions: Joe Louis, Ray Robinson, Willie Pep. I doubt whether we will see three more of this caliber in our time." In very good to fine condition, with two short edge tears, and staple holes to the upper left corner. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.
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