Local NuttersEverywhere in the world has its fair share of deranged people. I grew up in Wolverhampton and remember the Polish tramp who lived in a tent on the roundabout. Legend had it that his coat was stuffed with cash. More recently I notice the guy who spends his day pushing a trolley round Camden Sainsburys shouting, "Best of luck!". Constantly. Tell us about your local nutters. Points for details. Extra points for photos.
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rob, Thu 16 Sep 2004, 11:54)
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The Elvis of ReadingElvis is a well known character around Reading. A bizarre mix of pre-Army Elvis in fat old Elvis's clothes, he can usually be seen hanging around the town centre wearing a cape, and will launch into a hip-swingin' rendition of any of The King's hits on request.
I have been particularly impressed by performances of Blue Suede Shoes in WH Smiths, and when I worked at the Dole Office many years ago he drew applause - but no offers of actual work - for a rendition of Hound Dog.
Bless him, he's a touch simple and he's been unemployed and unemployable for years with the smile of an innocent that knows not what he is doing.
Edit: Uri Geller lives near Reading too. Does he count?
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Scaryduck LIKES EGG, Thu 16 Sep 2004, 17:06,
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