Absolutely amazing article on the enigma that was 'Gypsy' Joe Harris. What a talent we missed out on. And I'm sure Joe missed it the most. A sure future that never came. https://www.si.com/vault/1969/03/10/559668/blind-mans-buff
One of my Pop Pops favorites, wished I could have watched him live. Gypsy Joe son of Philadelphia is a short decent read, I read it a few years ago! Good stuff on Gypsy Joe https://www.boxinginsider.com/columns/one-eye-bag-tricks-phillys-gypsy-joe-harris/ http://www.phillyboxinghistory.com/extras/harris_interrupted_smith_01.htm https://www.amazon.com/Gypsy-Joe-Harris-Son-Philadelphia/dp/1425912044
Some decent reads + I believe he is the only Non HW boxer that was not a champion to be on the SI cover. http://tss.ib.tv/boxing/articles-of-2005/2432-gypsy-joe-harris-career-and-life-interrupted http://www.cyberboxingzone.com/boxing/harris-gj.htm https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1989-02-26-8903230019-story,amp.html https://www.si.com/vault/1967/04/10/610010/gypsy-joe-fire-and-music-and-miniculture http://www.pochepictures.com/gypsyjoeharris.html
The only footage of Gypsy Joe. Despite being virtually blind and strong armed by an ATG, he still shows some peculiar skills. This content is protected