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Mr Henry Cooke, of Finsbury Park, loses his new white grand piano in Piccadilly Circus
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Mr Henry Cooke, of Finsbury Park, loses his new white grand piano in Piccadilly Circus
Mr Henry Cooke, of Finsbury Park, loses his new white grand piano in Piccadilly Circus. Mr Cooke, who had just bought the piano from the Scene Twist Club, Windmill Street, managed to get the piano back on his sago with the aid of two policemen and his assistant John Maskell. 1st April 1963
Bob Hope
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
DM R2634
Media ID 21755067
© Mirrorpix
Cart Central London Horse Inner Boroughs Inner London Piccadilly Police Traffic 1963 Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain
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In this print captured by Bob Hope, we witness a peculiar incident that unfolded on the bustling streets of Piccadilly Circus in 1963. Mr Henry Cooke, a resident of Finsbury Park, finds himself in an unexpected predicament as he loses his brand new white grand piano amidst the chaos of central London. Having just purchased the exquisite instrument from the Scene Twist Club located on Windmill Street, Mr Cooke's misfortune attracts attention from passersby. With sheer determination and a stroke of luck, he manages to retrieve his prized possession with the assistance of two vigilant policemen and his trusty assistant John Maskell. The image showcases not only the resilience and resourcefulness displayed by Mr Cooke but also highlights the camaraderie between individuals during times of crisis. Amidst a backdrop featuring iconic landmarks such as Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain and vibrant traffic flow, this snapshot encapsulates both the charm and unpredictability that defined life in 1960s London. Bob Hope's lens captures this extraordinary moment frozen in time - an amusing anecdote that will surely be retold for years to come. This photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst urban chaos, there is always room for laughter and human connection.
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