Howie Morenz[?], voted top athlete of the 1st half of the 20th century
Bobby Orr, (born 1948), considered by many to be the best ever, revolutionized the role of a defensemen becoming the first to win the scoring title (twice).
... March 26 - Joseph Campbell, author and expert on mythology
March 28 - Werner Bahlsen[?], biscuit[?] producer (+ 1985)
April 3 - Sally Rand[?], dancer (+ 1979)
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