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References
- ↑ LPGA Tournament Chronology 1960-1969 Archived 2011-06-29 at the Wayback Machine
- ↑ "Shirley Englehorn captures first professional golf win". Spokesman-Review. Spokane, Washington. Associated Press. July 23, 1962. p. 9.
- ↑ "Idaho miss gains win". Spokane Daily Chronicle. Washington. Associated Press. July 23, 1962. p. 13.
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