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St Louis 1904 Slot: Booze, Cheats and Poison

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The 1904 Olympic Marathon in St. Louis was more of a chaotic circus than a serious race. Held on August 30, the runners had to navigate dusty, uneven roads in blistering heat, making it a test of survival rather than speed. Frederick Lorz was initially declared the winner, but his victory lap was cut short…