These Vintage Photos Prove That Roller Derby Has Always Been Cool

A Major Success

Teams were disqualified from the competition if both members were off the track during skating times. 16 teams dropped out of the race due to exhaustion or injuries, but the remaining nine managed to complete the grueling endurance race. The winning team, Clarice Martin and Bernie McKay maintained the lead spot for the final 11 days of the event.

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