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This black commemorative plaque records: J. Alex Burns 1907-2003. Born in Newcastle. Twice Olympic athlete, AAA 4 mile champion, England cross country team captain and Elswick Harrier. Trained here from 1923 until the early 50s. Recorded plaque organisation: City of Newcastle upon Tyne.
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