Punch Hugget
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| Area | Mitcham |
|---|---|
| Copyright 1 | London Borough of Merton |
| Picture Reference | Mit_TomFrancis_Ln17 |
| Original Format | Photo |
| Photographer / Origin of Photo | Tom Francis |
| Notes / History | Old ‘Punch’ Hugget was one of the ‘tough guys’ and ‘was not keen on regular work’. He used to pick wild fruits and hunt for days in order to ‘obtain a few coppers’. It is said that ‘Punch’ once bought a bottle of castor oil, ‘drank the contents, and chewed the glass bottle!’ |
