Sans Pareil:
A thorough history of William Taylor and his Bioscope Show at Cambridge Midsummer Fair by Tom Pearce. Tracing the origins and development of what was to become one of the most magnificent travelling Cinema shows in the Country.
Anniversary Waltz:
The 70th anniversary of the introduction of the Waltzer is celebrated by an article on the pre war Waltzers built by Robert Lakin. A detailed history of each machine accompanied by many photographs of the rides throughout their travelling days.
Waltzer Restoration:
Bill Treen reports on the restoration of one of the finest Lakin Waltzers which were built pre war. In 1938 the ride was delivered to W.H.Marshall. It had a large extension front and the whole machine was lavishly decorated. After so many years it was a surprise and pleasure to find that much of the original decoration has survived beneath several re-paints.
Plus:
Items of news, other photographs, advertisements and the Society sales list.

Price £3.00



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