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Jim Brady

1907 – 1984

American football player

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Lived 1907 – 1984 (aged 76). Jim Brady was an American american football player.

James Murphy Brady (August 11, 1907 – January 12, 1984), a grandson of Idaho governor James H. Brady, was an American football player and broadcasting entrepreneur.

After graduating from Pocatello High School in Idaho, Brady tried out for the football team at Notre Dame, but was told by coach Knute Rockne that he was far too small. But over time his persistence paid off, and in 1927 he was named the starting quarterback. Brady was the quarterback for the legendary "Win one for the Gipper" game against Army on November 10, 1928—dramatized in the film Knute Rockne, All American.

Returning to Idaho Falls in 1933, he joined the family business at The Post Register newspaper. After serving in the United States Army in World War II, Brady founded the radio station KIFI in Idaho Falls in 1947, and eventually the television station KIFI-TV. He served as president of Upper Valley Cable from 1969 until his death in 1984.

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Education
University of Notre Dame
Also known as
James Murphy Brady

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jim Brady?

American football player (1907-1984)

When was Jim Brady born?

Jim Brady was born on 11 August 1907 in Oklahoma.

When did Jim Brady die?

Jim Brady died on 12 January 1984 in Hawaii.

What was Jim Brady's occupation?

Jim Brady was an american football player.

What nationality was Jim Brady?

Jim Brady was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jim Brady

· Wikidata: Q6193792

· DBpedia: Jim Brady (quarterback)

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