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- ↑ "Alabama, Cougars meet today". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Associated Press. January 1, 1931. p. 21.
- 1 2 3 "Second period drive gives Alabama 24 to 0 victory over Washington State in grid game". Spokesman-Review. (Spokane, Washington). Associated Press. January 2, 1931. p. 12.
- ↑ 2009 Kickoff Luncheon and Rose Bowl Hall of Fame Induction program
- ↑ Rose Bowl Game Timeline Archived May 20, 2008, at the Wayback Machine , Pasadena Tournament of Roses
- ↑ Kirksey, George (January 2, 1931). "Crimson Tide impressive as Cougars lose Rose game". Pittsburgh Press. United Press. p. 34.
- ↑ "Alabama defeats Washington State, 24-0". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. United News. January 2, 1931. p. 12.
