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1962 Press Photo Discus Thrower Al Oerte Sets Record at Los Angeles Competition

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Los Angeles, May 19 - Sending the discus 200 feet - Al Oerter, representing the New York Athletic Club, sends the discus on a world-record-breaking flight of 200 feet, 5-1/2 inches during last night's competition in the Los Angeles Coliseum Relays.

Photo is dated 1962.

Photo measures 8 x 10.25 inches.
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