Mildred Dolson

Background

She was born in Toronto and died in North Palm Beach, Florida, United States.

Career

In the 100 metre competition she was eliminated in the semi-finals. In 1939 Jeanette was awarded the Velma Springstead Trophy (Canada"s Outstanding Female Athlete) for Track and Field.

Achievements

• In 1936 she won the bronze medal in the 4×100 metres relay event with her team mates Dorothy Brookshaw, Hilda Cameron and Aileen Meagher. At the 1938 Empire Games she was a member of the Canadian team which won the silver medal in the 110-220-110 yards relay contest and the bronze medal in the 220-110-220-110 yards relay event. She also won the bronze medal in the 100 yards competition and in the 220 yards contest she was eliminated in the semi-finals.