Mitcham Fair by night

Mitcham Fair by night

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Partial / Incomplete Date c.1962
Area Mitcham
Picture Reference Mit_​Events_​Fair_​34-3
Original Format Photo
Notes / History This photo was taken in 1962, by which time the rides and attractions were lit by hundreds of electric bulbs. However, during the 19th century, the fair was illuminated by naphtha flares which glowed in the darkness.

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