I was surprised to find that Littlechild was a member of the 'Metropolitan Police Minstrels' during the 1870's, and blacked himself up for what were termed 'Negro Entertainment' events.
He got good reviews though, like in the 'Sporting Times' of April 26th 1879.
Sadly I was unable to find an image of Littlechild with his boot polish on, but I don't think the following image has been seen before, from 'Moonshine', April 26th 1884.
He got good reviews though, like in the 'Sporting Times' of April 26th 1879.
Sadly I was unable to find an image of Littlechild with his boot polish on, but I don't think the following image has been seen before, from 'Moonshine', April 26th 1884.

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