Pat Collins (showman)
Patrick Collins (12 May 1859 - 9 December 1943) was a Liberal MP for Walsall (1922–1924) and Mayor of Walsall (1938), but is chiefly remembered for his involvement in the fairground industry. His name remains in the company "Pat Collins Funfairs". He was also an early presenter of moving pictures both in travelling shows and cinemas. At one point he was running 4 separate fairs a week as well as owning 13 cinemas and some skating rinks.
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