Railway administrator. Born in Hamble-le-Rice, Hampshire, In 1872 he joined the London and South Western Railway as a clerk, and rose to become the last General Manager of the Great Central Railway. Died at his home Danes Mead, Awbridge, Hampshire. Turnip Rail has an interesting take on Fay, via his diary.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Sir Sam Fay
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