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Jack Walter

1908 – 1971

Canadian athlete

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About Jack Walter

Lived 1908 – 1971 (aged 62). Jack Walter was a Canadian athletics competitor.

John Sproule Walter (6 November 1908 – 17 July 1971) was a Canadian middle-distance runner. He competed in the men's 800 metres at the 1928 Summer Olympics. Walter finished fourth in the 1930 British Empire Games 1 mile. He was later an attorney in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, and died there in 1971 after a long illness.

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John Sproule Walter

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jack Walter?

Canadian athlete (1908-1971)

When was Jack Walter born?

Jack Walter was born on 6 November 1908 in Listowel.

When did Jack Walter die?

Jack Walter died on 17 July 1971 in Sheboygan.

What was Jack Walter's occupation?

Jack Walter was an athletics competitor.

What nationality was Jack Walter?

Jack Walter was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jack Walter

· Wikidata: Q42289491

· DBpedia: Jack Walter (runner)

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