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100-year-old owner bet big on Alta when he bought the Peruvian Lodge — and won

John Cahill has led a life of adventure since leaving his job as a lawyer to become a hotel manager.

(Family photo via Todd Collins) John Cahill turned 100 on Thursday. He bought the Peruvian Lodge in Alta in 1970 and is seen lounging on its deck in the 1960s. He said many people told him the construction of nearby Snowbird would put Alta Ski Area out of business.