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ORAL HISTORY: PREEDY, LEONARD ATHOL

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1984

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Summary: This interview records the life and recollections of Len Preedy. Born 17 September 1923, his grandfather was gate keeper at Kings Park. In this interview he discusses his recollections of Rosalie Primary School, Shenton Park Lake, Perth Technical College, Shenton Park Aerodrome, the Infectious Diseases Hospital and the West Subiaco Football Club.

He also discusses many transport themes such as Emu Bus Co, Malloys Bus Service, other coaches, the City Beach plank road, Brookman's race track, United Motors, car clubs and trams.

Interviewee: Leonard Athol Preedy

Date of Interview: 10 and 31 May 1984

Interviewer: Donna Moore

Transcriber: Jo Draffin

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Historical information

Leonard Preedy was interviewed by Donna Moore on 10 and 31 May 1984. The original four tapes are in the Battye Library.

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cwa-org-43-1986.332

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PREEDY, Leonard Athol

PREEDY Charles Edward

Do All The Things!

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Monday, 30 June, 2025

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