Mitcham Carnival Float

Mitcham Carnival Float

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Date Photo Taken 18th June 1938
Area Mitcham
Picture Reference Mit_​Org_​Events_​10-5
Original Format Photo
Notes / History An entry in the fancy dress/tableaux parade at the third Mitcham carnival and fete held on the 18th June 1938 to raise funds for the Wilson Hospital, Mitcham. This float was a tableau of Oliver Twist by the Hospital Savings Association (HSA). Over 25,000 people watched the parade which attracted a good number of entrants, and which was part of a seven hour long programme of entertainments and events held at Mitcham Stadium.

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