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Boxing Personalities: Owen, Johnny, 1978-1981

 File
Identifier: 1072/2/2/10/302

Scope and Contents

Photographs relating to Welsh bantamweight boxer Johnny Owens. Many of the photographs are related to Owen's bout with Mexico's Lupe Pintor, which he never regained consciousness from after being knocked out in the 12th round. Owen's died several days after the fight.

Dates

  • Creation: 1978-1981

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

The Christchurch Star collection is currently in the process of being described, therefore only certain sub-series and items are available for access. These records will continue to be updated as more of the collection is described. Please contact us for more information on how to access this collection.

Extent

1 Envelopes (7 Photographic prints)

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

Envelope Arch 1072/2/2/10/298-302

Physical Location

ANZC Archives - Box Arch 1072/2/2/10/250-10/302

Physical Description

Black and white photographs with typed captions on the front and reverse.

Source

Repository Details

Part of the Christchurch City Libraries Archives Collection Repository

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