1937 LIFE Magazine Tennis Anita Lizana Donald Budge Sports Ephemera For Sale

This is a captivating original magazine page from the September 1937 issue of LIFE, chronicling the thrilling tennis championships of the era. The featured article, titled "LIFE ON THE AMERICAN NEWSFRONT: BUDGE AND SEÑORITA LIZANA ARE TENNIS CHAMPIONS," details the victories of Donald Budge and the Chilean champion Anita Lizana at Forest Hills. The page provides a fascinating snapshot of tennis history, highlighting key players like Jadwiga Jędrzejowska ("Miss Yah-Yah"), Dorothy May Bundy, and German player Henner Henkel.The page is rich with compelling black and white photography, including action shots of players on the court and striking portraits of the champions and notable figures. It mentions significant matches and historical context, such as Alice Marble's 1936 championship and May Sutton Bundy's legacy. This piece of ephemera offers a unique glimpse into the world of professional tennis during the late 1930s, making it a valuable collectible for sports historians, tennis enthusiasts, and collectors of vintage magazines and historical documents.