Arnold Palmer Dies at 87, Made Golf Popular for Masses

Arnold Palmer brought a country-club sport to the masses with a hard-charging style, charisma and a commoner's touch, at ease with both presidents and the golfing public, and on a first-name basis with both, "The King," died Sunday in Pittsburgh. He was 87. Alastair Johnson, CEO of Arnold Palmer Enterprises, confirmed that Palmer died Sunday afternoon of complications from heart problems. Johnson said Palmer was admitted to the hospital Thursday for some cardiovascular work...

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