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Charlie is only a milk pony, but his tricks delight North London children
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Charlie is only a milk pony, but his tricks delight North London children
Charlie is only a milk pony, but his tricks delight North London children.
Charlie, a black pony who draws a milk cart, is the most popular entertainer in Bowes Park, London. For a tit - bit Charlie will stand on his hind legs or do strange things with his foreleg, in fact he is an accomplished begger Charlie and his driver, Mr Joe Davis, a United Dairies roundsman, are firm friends. two years ago, when Mr Davies first took charge of him Charlie was taught his first trick, and now his arrival is eagerly waited by the children of the neighbourhood in which he works and by their parents, too.
Photo shows; Charlie and his driver Joe Davis put on a show in a Bowes Park Street.
23 August 1933
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Charlie the Milk Pony: Delighting North London Children with his Tricks". In the bustling streets of Bowes Park, London, a charming black pony named Charlie has become the talk of the town. Despite being just a milk cart puller by profession, Charlie's extraordinary tricks have captured the hearts and imaginations of children and adults alike. Under the guidance of his devoted driver, Mr Joe Davis, a United Dairies roundsman, Charlie has mastered an array of impressive stunts that never fail to amuse. With a simple tit-bit as incentive, this accomplished beggar can effortlessly stand on his hind legs or perform peculiar maneuvers with his foreleg. Every day in Bowes Park holds anticipation as locals eagerly await Charlie's arrival. The neighborhood is filled with excitement when this talented duo takes to the streets for their captivating show. Parents join their children in marveling at Charlie's antics while relishing in moments of laughter and joy. This timeless photograph captures one such performance where Charlie and Mr Joe Davis showcase their remarkable bond and entertaining skills on a sunny Bowes Park street. Taken on 23 August 1933 during an era marked by resilience between two world wars, it serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst challenging times, simple pleasures like animal crackers and funny animals can bring immense happiness to communities. As we delve into this monochrome snapshot from history preserved by TopFoto. co. uk, let us celebrate the enduring magic created by unlikely heroes like Charlie – proving that sometimes even small beings can leave an indelible mark on our lives through humor and companionship.
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