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The Peace Run team started Sunday with a ceremony at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Jefferson City. Salil, Peace Run Executive Director, was warmly welcomed by Betty Cooper, one of the Church members.
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The artwork "Peace is Precious", by Sri Chinmoy, was also presented to the Church and is held here by Pat.
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Route 50 was busier than we expected for a Sunday. The route varied between narrow and steep verges to wider and flatter roadsides. Drivers were very supportive and encouraging towards us.
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Lucie from the Californian Democrat newspaper stopped to interview the mens team and hold the Peace Torch. She is shown here with a local law enforcement officer.