NLIS 9 August 1, 2006 (Tourism, Culture and Recreation) The following is being distributed at the request of The Rooms Corporation: The Rooms opens new exhibit displaying historical boots The Rooms today announced the opening of
Going the Distance, The Achievements of Johnny Rowe, a temporary exhibit
celebrating the accomplishments of Johnny Rowe, the first person to
speed-walk across the Newfoundland portion of the Trans Canada highway
in 1966. The exhibit marks the 40th anniversary of the completion of the
highway and Mr. Rowe�s walk, while celebrating the life of this
remarkable man. |
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