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1880 – Pedestrianism On September 04, 1880, a famous pedestrian named Baker walked 115 miles in 23 hours and 40 minutes in the old Brisbane Theatre. Pedestrianism was a popular pastime for participants and spectators in the 19th century.  Baker had been involved in some promoted events before – including a challenge against a wire-walkerContinue reading “On this day – September 04”