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Mr. Wilkinson conducting the band with a section of the crowd in the background.
People and clergymen of all denominations took part in an open-air carol service at the crib near Burnley Central Library. The service was conducted by Burnley Youth Organisations Committee. Among those taking part were the Mayor, Ald. E. J. Willis (who is also chairman of the town council's Education Committee) and the Mayoress; Mr. R. O. Beeston (Director of Education); and the Bishop of Burnley (the Rt. Rev. Richard C. C. Watson), who dedicated the crib. Music for the service was provided by Burnley Salvation Army Band conducted by Mr. Herbert Wilkinson.

During the service a collection was held, raising more than £7 for the Mayor's fund.