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DeMar, Clarence
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DeMar, Clarence (Harrison) (1888–1958) marathon runner; born in Madeira, Ohio. Nicknamed, "Mr. Marathon," he won the Boston marathon seven times (1921–24, 1927–28, 1930), placed second three times, and third twice. He won the bronze medal in the 1924 Olympic marathon. He continued to run the Boston marathon until the end of his life and since this was still a time when the race was regarded as fit for only a relatively small elite group of men, he was regarded as a physical phenomenon.
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Clarence DeMar collected a record seven wins between 1911 and '30, but the best he could do was three straight, as well.
History in the making? by Telegram & Gazette (Worcester, MA)
The other finalists are Joetta Clark, Hollis Conway, Johnny Gray, Kenny Harrison, Steve Lewis, Andre Phillips, Al Blozis, Don Bowden, Bill Carr, Clarence DeMar, Pat McDonald, Eleanor Montgomery, Willie Steele, Bernie Wefers, Jimmy Carnes, Ted Corbitt, Patricia Rico, Browning Ross and Fred Schmertz.
NYC's Fifth Avenue Mile draws Symmonds, Lagat by The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR)
Seven-time champion Jean Driscoll appeared to have reclaimed her title and surpassed the legendary Clarence DeMar for most Boston Marathon wins, but it was Driscoll who was passed just inches before the finish line.
103rd Boston Marathon by Palaestra
 
 
 
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