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Lawrence Journal World in Lawrence, Kansas

01 Jun 2004

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Lawrence Journal World

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Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 2004

Page

4

Heathman guards Rockne crash memorial oldest eyewitness

Heathman recalls the 1931 Knute Rockne plane crash near Bazaar Kansas as one of two survivors still alive. He guides visitors to the shrine without charging, sharing details of the wreckage, the rubber leg wrap, and the 60th anniversary meeting with Rockne’s daughter.

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Rockne Memorial Joins Kansas Turnpike Service Area

The Chase County Historical Society Museum in Cottonwood Falls preserves Knute Rockne crash accounts with photos and newspaper stories. Curator Pat Donelson and Easter Heathman are contacts. hours 1 to 5 daily except holidays. A Rockne memorial debuted earlier this year at Matfield Green service area milepost 97.

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Rockne Legacy Sealed By Notre Dame’s Great Coach

Rockne led Notre Dame from 1918 to 1931 with 105 wins 12 losses and five ties. He coached the Four Horsemen and George Gipp delivering three national titles and five undefeated seasons. His innovations and leadership made him a defining figure in early American sports.

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