 There were originally some doubts about whether this new record was valid, as although the required number of clocks timed him in 14.6 or faster, one clock caught him in 15.0; however, the following week Simpson won another hurdles double at the Western Conference meeting, again running 14.6 and removing all doubts.These times would remain his best.The 1916 national championships were held in Newark in September, with Simpson returning from several months of no competition.