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Mr. Merritt is shown running on the track on Pratt Field at Springfield College. Mr. Merritt was an All American Track and Field athlete on the 1961-1962 season, placing 4th on the 3 mile race. He is also holds the all-time records of Springfield College for the one mile race, having a record of 4 minutes and 14.5 seconds.