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Pueblo man 101 carries Olympic torch
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MONDAY, JANUARY 14, 2002 At age 101. John Pino of Laguna Pueblo in New Mexico, has lived through a lot. But one of his greatest dreams was fulfilled this past Saturday when he carried the Olympic Torch for six minutes. Pino was nominated for the honor by his daughter. Despite his age, he was only the second oldest torchbearer: at 102, only Sarah McClelland of Oregon was older. Get the Story:
101-Year-Old Laguna Athlete Carries Olympic Torch (The Albuquerque Journal 1/13) Relevant Links:
Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics - http://www.saltlake2002.com Related Stories:
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