Connie Mack receives the prestigious Edward W. Bok Prize

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On February 12, 1930 ā€” After leading his Philadelphia Aā€™s to a world championship, Connie Mack becomes the first Philadelphian sports figure to receive the prestigious Edward W. Bok Prize. The honor, now known as the Philadelphia Award, recognizes distinguished Philadelphians for their achievements in education, industry, law, politics, science, medicine, philosophy, and the creative arts.

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