Erection date: 1979
Inscription
Greater London Council
Gus Elen 1862 - 1940, music hall comedian, lived here.
Site: Gus Elen (1 memorial)
SW12, Thurleigh Avenue, 3
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Gus Elen
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Greater London Council
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