At 17, Howard was chosen for the 1938 British Empire Games in Sydney, Australia, after running the 100-yard dash in 11.2 seconds, one-tenth of a second faster than the Games record. Howard with relay teammates and competitors at the 1938 British Empire Games in Sydney, Australia. Howard, right, struggles during the 100-yard dash final at the 1938 British Empire Games in Sydney, Australia. Howard at the 1938 British Empire Games in Sydney, Australia, holding a stuffed toy Koala she received as a gift. Howard and the stuffed toy koala from the 1938 British Empire Games.

Source: CBC News February 13, 2021 09:00 UTC