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John reads on. Sales representative John Stonehouse just wants to read his Sunday paper
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John reads on. Sales representative John Stonehouse just wants to read his Sunday paper
John reads on. Sales representative John Stonehouse just wants to read his Sunday paper. So he sat himself down on a bench in Russell Square and started to browse. With characteristic British reserve John did not allow himself to be distracted when this pretty young girl came and sat beside him. He did not like to be so rude to actually look at her. But there certainly did seem to be something a bit odd about the dog she had with her. And whats more the wretched creature seemed determined to clamber all over him. Still, one must be British about these things - the girl, 22 year old Adrienne Lawrence, happened to have a lion cub with her. The lion club, six month old Muke, was taking a day off from his home at the Woburn Animal Kingdom in Bedfordshire. 30th March 1971
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Daily Mirror
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London
England
Media ID 21606142
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In this charming vintage photo print, we see sales representative John Stonehouse indulging in his favorite Sunday ritual - reading the newspaper. Seeking solace and tranquility, he finds himself on a bench in Russell Square, completely engrossed in the words before him. Unbeknownst to John, fate has a whimsical surprise waiting for him. As if out of a storybook, a pretty young girl named Adrienne Lawrence joins him on the bench with an unusual companion - a lion cub named Muke. Oblivious to her presence due to his British reserve, John remains focused on his paper while this extraordinary scene unfolds beside him. The mischievous lion cub seems determined to explore every nook and cranny of its surroundings, including poor John's lap! Yet despite the unexpected intrusion from this adorable creature, our protagonist maintains his composure and continues reading without so much as glancing at Adrienne or her peculiar pet. Little did anyone know that this chance encounter would become an unforgettable moment frozen in time. This snapshot captures not only the humor but also the unique bond between man and animal that transcends societal norms. Taken on March 30th, 1971, by an unknown staff member at Memory Lane Prints, this photograph is a testament to how life's quirks can brighten even the most ordinary moments. It serves as a delightful reminder that sometimes it takes embracing the unexpected to truly appreciate life's wonders.
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