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A piglet given by a farmer at Silsoe, Bedfordshire as a prize to be bowled for by
A piglet given by a farmer at Silsoe, Bedfordshire as a prize to be bowled for by the villagers, escaped from a crate and tried hard to rejoin his brothers and sister at the near by farm. He showed great determination to get away and proved a very slippery customer. After many attempts had been made to secure him PC Warwick of the Bedfordshire Constabulary, nearly arrested him and the bowling was resumed. The weekend competition was part of an effort to get funds for the reparation of Silsoe Church. May 1950 P000667
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In this print from May 1950, we witness a heartwarming and comical scene unfold in the village of Silsoe, Bedfordshire. A farmer generously offered a piglet as a prize to be bowled for by the villagers, adding an element of excitement to their traditional fair. However, fate had other plans for this little piggy. As the crate was opened and the adorable piglet emerged into the spotlight, it became clear that he had no intention of being separated from his brothers and sister at the nearby farm. With determination shining in his eyes, he embarked on a daring escape mission. Despite numerous attempts by eager participants to secure him once again, this slippery customer proved elusive. It wasn't until PC Warwick of the Bedfordshire Constabulary nearly apprehended him that everyone realized just how determined this little piglet truly was. While laughter filled the air and hearts were warmed by this unexpected turn of events, it is important to note that all efforts were made with good intentions. The weekend competition aimed not only to entertain but also to raise funds for repairing Silsoe Church—a noble cause embraced by both villagers and authorities alike. This delightful snapshot captures not only a moment of amusement but also showcases the strong sense of community spirit found within small villages like Silsoe during simpler times.
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