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Up for sale is an incredibly scarce piece of classic Southern regional wrestling history: an original 1977 program lineup card from the Evansville Coliseum. This double-sided card served as the official itinerary for the April 2, 1977 event and offers a fascinating snapshot of the Memphis wrestling territory during this era.Front Side:
Features the complete printed match card, headlined by NWA Southern Heavyweight Champion Jerry “The King” Lawler, accompanied by Mickey Poole, vs. Paul Orndorff. The card also lists Rocky Johnson, David Shultz, Bill Dundee, Tommy Rich, Phil Hickerson, Dennis Condry, and a midget match featuring Cowboy Lang vs. Little Tokyo.Back Side:
Features fantastic local candid photographs and captions, including Tommy Rich in an “Elvis-like pose,” Masked Igor, “The Invaders” tag team, and a rare ringside photograph of Jerry Lawler’s manager/attendant, Mickey Poole.This is an exceptionally tough-to-find piece of ephemera from the golden era of the Memphis/CWA territory circuit. A great addition to a serious vintage wrestling collection and an excellent piece for framing and display.Condition:
Vintage condition with light wear consistent with its age, handling at the arena, and storage. No major tears affecting readability. Please carefully review the high-resolution photos provided to assess the exact condition of the edges, corners, surface, and overall card before offerding.Shipping:
Will be shipped flat in a heavy-duty cardboard mailer with a protective plastic sleeve to help ensure it arrives safely and without bending.
