Film Number |
2657 |
Title |
[BIG LAMP AND PARISH COUNCIL FOOTAGE] |
Producer |
Frances Stott for Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council |
Date |
1989 |
Gauge |
VHS |
Colour |
colour |
Sound |
sound |
Running Time |
156 mins 00 secs |
Description |
The first part of the film shows the construction of the 'Big Lamp' on a roundabout in Shaw. First, the British Gas team take delivery of the lamp, and then assemble it on the roundabout using a mechanical digger to put the pieces in place. There is a short presentation by unnamed civic dignitaries. The "lighting up" ceremony, held on Rememberance Day 1989, follows. The third section of the film shows a re-enactment of the first local board meeting held in Shaw in 1864, using period costumes and procedures, followed by a regular Council meeting. |
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