How much were the Chicago Cubs purchased for by the Chicago Tribune?

Answer:
According to Bloomberg.com:

Tribune purchased the Cubs in 1981 for $21 million.

Source: http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=aaN9lf6kwA30&refer=us

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