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Bill Russell, 1st black coach in the NBA... Boston Celtics...



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April 19, 1966

FITCHBURG SENTINEL, Massachusetts, April 19, 1966

* Bill Russell - Boston Celtics
* Becomes 1st black coach in the NBA


The sport's section (page 8) has a three column heading: "'Pleased, Proud, Happy' Russell Leads Celtics In Second Playoff Tilt" First report coverage on Bill Russell being named the new coach of the Boston Celtics. Nice to have from a town close to Boston.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 20 pages, light toning at the margins, nice condition.

Category: The 20th Century