As the depression tightened in the early 1930's a prize of groceries was a God-send for many poor families. A carrier bag filled with sugar, butter, tea and a fresh chicken could make all the difference. It was a dream which Jow Barak made a reality for hundreds of people for over three decades. Better known as Chicken Joe, this is his story. His stall, one of the dozens at major fairs, became a legend in itself. No wonder the slogan emblazoned on the front read: "The Man You All Know!"


21 pages with many illustrations,
a bargain at only £3.00

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