Clarence O. Applegran (November 6, 1893 – May 6, 1960) was an American

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coach. He was the

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of the

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team of the

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in 1924–1925, and compiled a 13–8 record. Applegran attended the

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and played football and

. During the 1919 season, Applegran earned All-American honors as a guard for the Fighting Illini football team. He later played

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for the

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for the 1920 season before beginning his coaching career. Applegran, who served in World Wars I and II and rose to the rank of colonel, finished his career at South Shore High School in

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, Illinois. At the school, Applegran was known for a booming baritone voice that required no amplification during

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held in the large auditorium.

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