Johnson, Jack. Jack Johnson Publicity Photo, Inscribed and Signed. N.p., ca. 1920s. Silver print portrait of Johnson in boxing trim, inscribed: ?Jack Johnson/To my pal Melvin,? bearing also a pre-print signature and inscription on the right side. 8 x 5?. A few scrapes to image affecting some letters in the signature and inscription, corners softly rounded, otherwise very good. With: three identical cigarette trading card strips depicting Johnson and nine other pro boxers.The ""Melvin"" named in the inscription is Melvin Burkhart a sideshow performer known as the Human Blockhead. Both the consigner of this item and Johnson were acquainted with Burkhart."