Boy stows away at Billy Smart's Circus, Blackheath, London

Oct. 10, 1959 - Thirteen year old Brian stowed away when the circus came to town: Thirteen year old Brian Jones who is 3ft. 7 in. tall was found yesterday when Billy Smart's Circus arrived in Blackheath, London at the end of the journey from Coventry. He has stowed away in a caravan for the 100 mile journey. For his determination he was allowed to sit on one of the wagons as it was driven through the streets. Afterwards he was sent home by train to his mother at Great Barr. Birmingham. Billy Smart promised to consider giving him a job when he is a little older. He made friends with Sasha Coco the famous clown. Photo shows Sasha Coco with Brian Jones after the latter had been made up to look like his hero at the Circus

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