1959 Press Photo Lady Montague on Runaway Horse and Carriage

Lady Montague In Sensation In Chelsea Lucky Escape From Serious Injury: Lady Montague of Bealieu travelled to the Chelsea Town Hall this afternoon aboard an ancient horse drawn fire-engine to take part in the opening of the 9th. Autumn Antiques Far. On arriving at the Town hall - the driver jumped form his driving seat - and then the horse bolted - pulling the engine - with Lady Montague still on aboard - some hundreds of yards along the high street - before it was again got under control. Lady Montague was badly shaken up. Lord Montague - driving one of hi veteran cars - chased the fire engine along the road. Photo shows Lady Montague - very scared pulls at the reins - while the driver runs to try to stop the runaway horse - at the start of the UN-schudled run this afternoon.

Photo measures 8.25 x 6 inches.

Photo is dated 08-08-1959.



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