Lot # 1452: 1950s-1960s Wrestling Programs and Magazines (35)

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Description

1959-1960 Olympia Stadium Wrestling Programs (5). The foldout programs (8 ½ x 11) are all in EX condition and have identical illustrated covers with different interior content. They are notable because two of the programs feature photos of a young Alex Karras, future NFL Hall of Famer.

1963 “Big Time Wrestling” Magazines (6). The 18-page magazines (5 ½ x 8 ½) average EX condition and are filled with articles and photos of wrestling greats. Covers feature Lou Thesz, The Shiek and The Bruiser.

1959-1960 Asbury Park Arena Wrestling Programs (11). The 4-page programs (5 ½ x 8 ½) are in exceptional EX to NR-MT condition with interior photos and upcoming wrestling match advertising. Covers feature Haystack Calhoun, Antonino Rocca, Ricki Starr, “Argentina” Zuma, Dr. Jerry Graham, Chief Big Heart and “Fuzzy” Cupid.

1960 “Wrestling Wrangles” Magazines (4). The 10-page magazines (8 ½ x 11) average EX condition and include the first three published issues plus an initial stapled type-written issue probably sent to an early wrestling mailing list.

1960s “Wrestling Revue” Magazines (8). Average VG to EX condition, with covers featuring wrestling stars, many are live-action photos.