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They narrowly escaped destruction at the level crossing on the Peterborough line. On reaching the crossing, the gates were opened to allow him to pass. The attention of the gateman was fixed on the lights of a distant up goods train. And he failed to notice the approach of a down express, until it was close at hand. In the meantime, Mr. Mosley had driven half way over the line, unconscious of the danger. The gateman, perceiving the peril, with great presence of mind, sprang aside and ...
Source: cambstimes.co.uk