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- ↑ Trenholm, H. Council (September 9, 1952). "Alabama State Football Forces Look Toward Successful Campaign". Alabama Journal. p. 42. Retrieved July 21, 2023.
- ↑ Jackson, Marion E. (July 13, 1956). "MEET THE COACH". Alabama Tribune. p. 6. Retrieved July 21, 2023.
- ↑ Jackson, Marion E. (October 31, 1958). "SPORTS OF THE WORLD". Alabama Tribune. p. 6. Retrieved July 21, 2023.
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