Arthur Wait
British football club chairman and builder
About Arthur Wait
Lived 1910 – 1981 (aged 71). Arthur Wait was a British master builder and chairperson, known for Chairman and Crystal Palace F.C.
Arthur John Wait (5 April 1910 — 27 June 1981) was an English builder and life president and former chairman of Crystal Palace F.C..
Wait was a local builder who joined the board of Crystal Palace F.C. as a director sometime between 1948 and 1950. In 1958 he became the Chairman, before being replaced by Raymond Bloye in 1972, and he then became Life President of the club, a position he held until his death in 1981. The Arthur Wait Stand at Selhurst Park is named in his honour. Wait was a lifelong Palace supporter who used to sneak into the ground as a schoolboy.
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Who was Arthur Wait?
British football club chairman and builder (1910-1981)
When was Arthur Wait born?
Arthur Wait was born on 5 April 1910 in Croydon.
When did Arthur Wait die?
Arthur Wait died on 27 June 1981 in Sutton.
What was Arthur Wait's occupation?
Arthur Wait was a master builder and chairperson.
What was Arthur Wait known for?
Arthur Wait was known for Chairman and Crystal Palace F.C.
What nationality was Arthur Wait?
Arthur Wait was British.
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