Captured here in front of the Times-Journal Building in 1921, runners prepare for the start of the legendary 10 Mile Road Race, one of Fort William’s most cherished athletic traditions. Spectators lined the streets to cheer on competitors, as the race wound its way through city streets and back toward the finish near the newspaper offices.
The Times-Journal, a prominent voice in the region, not only reported on community milestones but stood witness to them—its downtown offices often forming the backdrop to civic events, parades, and local competitions like this.
Today, the spirit of this race lives on in annual events that still celebrate endurance, community pride, and a love for sport right in the heart of downtown Fort William.
