800 Miles In Invalid Chair - 39-years-old William Curran of Ipswhich, who despite the fact that he was struck down by paralysis a few months ago, refused to break his promise to give his five-year-old son Terence, a touring holiday. He planned an 800 mile trip in an invalid chair - and set out with Terence sitting at his feet. Here are the couple in London, after completing the greater part of their trip. Only mishap - one puncture. September 3, 1946. (photo by Mirror Features).