Following his joyride to Florida, William Cimillo (right) is arraigned at Bronx County Court for the theft of his New York City bus. The charges were dropped.
William Cimillo, Born 1909
Runaway Bus Driver
William Cimillo was a New York City bus driver back in the 1940s. He was a hard-working guy, never complained, and was even recognized for his exemplary work ethic. But eventually, the daily grind was just a little too much for Mr. Cimillo, and in 1947, he left his route and drove south, heading straight for Florida in his bus. He stopped in New Jersey for a bite to eat, and parked in front of the White House and took a look around D.C. He even picked up a hitchhiking sailor along the way. He was arrested for the theft of the bus, but amid public acclaim for Cimillo the charges were dropped. He resumed his job, unventfully driving New York City buses until his retirement sixteen years later.
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