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References
- ↑ Ruby, Earl (1979). Red Towel Territory: A History Of Athletics At Western Kentucky University. American National Bank and Trust Co. ASIN B00ILIOPAO.
- ↑ "Team work finally shows up with result that Saints score easy victory". The Cincinnati Enquirer. November 16, 1924. Retrieved May 17, 2023– via Newspapers.com.
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