“Human Ostriches”
IT’S HARD TO SWALLOW THIS. LONDON, Jan. 17. ‘‘l named myself alter the human ostriches of Australia,'’ pleaded a man known as the “Human Ostrich.” who was charged with causing obstruction in the West End. “Are they aborgincs b” Inquired the magistrate. Defendant: “No. human ostricucs are large birds that swallow anything.’ ’ The police gave evidence that the man consumed broken glass, candles, -sawdust and coal. 'J'he magistrate discharged him and cautioned him to take his curious meals in a quiet place.
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Gisborne Times, Volume LXX, Issue 11124, 6 February 1930, Page 5
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