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Photograph was edited for publication purposes. Photograph caption dated May 5, 1956 reads "Pasadena High's sensational sprinter Bob Poynter, nicknamed 'Swaps' after famous race horse, is shown winning the 100-yard dash, all alone, in 9.7 to tie the Foothill League record yesterday at John Burroughs. Poynter also took the 220 and anchored the relay team to a sizzling 1:28.8 which tied the loop mark. Glendale edged Pasadena for title in all-league meet after officials had to recheck the score." John Burroughs High School is in Burbank.
Poynter, Robert Pasadena High School (Pasadena, Calif.)--Students Runners (Sports) Track and field athletes High school students Young men Spectators Burbank (Los Angeles County, Calif.)
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