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Frank Leahy named Notre Dame head coach...



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February 15, 1941

THE SPRINGFIELD UNION, Massachusetts, February 15, 1941

* Frank Leahy becomes ND coach (1st report)
* Notre Dame Fighting Irish


The front page has a two column heading:
"Leahy Quits Boston College To Go Back to Notre Dame" with subhead. (see) Article continues in the sport's section (page 16) with photo of Leahy. First report coverage on Frank Leahy becoming the new head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish college football team. Leahy would become one of the most successful coaches at ND.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 18 pages, light toning and some margin wear, generally good.

Category: The 20th Century