William Verner

William Verner

William Franklyn Verner (June 24, 1883 – July 1, 1966) was an American athlete and middle-distance runner who competed in the early twentieth century.

He competed in Athletics at the 1904 Summer Olympics and won a silver medal in the 1500 metres behind Jim Lightbody, and a silver medal with the US Chicago team in the four mile race. In the 2590 metre steeplechase competition he finished fourth and in the 800 metres event he finished sixth.

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* [http://www.databaseolympics.com/players/playerpage.htm?ilkid=VERNEWIL01 profile]


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