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F. P. Bird

Mr F. P. Bird was the electrical engineer appointed by Preston Shire Council on June 17 1913. He surpervised the laying out of the first electric light scheme which began operation in May 1914.

He initated the "white-way" scheme in High Street and was involved in the illumnination of the Town Hall for the Jubilee celebrations.

Sources

The Preston Leader, special jubilee issue, September 6 1935

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