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- ↑ "'This is real life'". Los Angeles Times. Feb 17, 1972. ProQuest 156955081.
- ↑ Haber, J. (Jul 6, 1972). "Connie to fatten her batting average". Los Angeles Times. ProQuest 157012040.
- ↑ "'Sex symbol' due in nation's homes". Los Angeles Times. Jul 25, 1974. ProQuest 157599961.
- ↑ "Unbreakable connie cries real tears". Los Angeles Times. Sep 15, 1974. ProQuest 157644271.
- ↑ "ABC'S 'SAN FRANCISCO' TOP OF NIELSEN POLL". Los Angeles Times. Jun 7, 1973. ProQuest 157260767.
