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June 29
[Former Governor Fob James reads proclamation]
Governor Fob James (Alabama Governor, 1979-83 and 1995-99) proclaims "Jesse Owens Day" in Alabama to pay tribute to Owens as the OLYMPIC FLAME returns to his birthplace at Oakville. 




1936 Olympic medal



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Reviewed . Revised . Refreshed 20 January 2016
Our 21st Year