Fred Grayden; newspaper printer

Fred Grayden joined the Guardian in 1961 when the composing room was first set up to begin printing in London, retiring as deputy head printer after over 20 years of service.

He had previously worked for the Daily Sketch composing department. He first joined the Guardian as a time hand from 13 August 1961, working as copy desk supervisor responsible for lino and ludlow typograph setting. The first London composing room was shared with the Sunday Times.

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