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Article: Stram, Allen among 5 inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)
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- August 3, 2003
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Byline: Tom Reed
CANTON, Ohio _ It might have been the most awesome lineup introduction in pro football history.
No pyrotechnic displays, no laser shows, no sirens or horns were needed.
The most enduring special effect at rain-soaked Fawcett Stadium was the sight of more than 100 living legends walking across the stage as their names were called Sunday afternoon to celebrate the Pro Football Hall of Fame's 40th anniversary induction ceremony.
There was Mike Ditka clutching an old Chicago Bears helmet. There was Joe Namath, still exuding the essence of cool, at age 60. There was Willie Wood, a portrait of perseverance, wanting to be a ...