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Just finished reading a 1954 TV guide to TV, and what to buy in the way of TV, aerials etc., and transmitting stations available then - fascinating!

I have to admit, even I struggle to identify most of these celebs, but you should be able to spot the Fat Owl.........................

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I remember that photo being taken. It was quite crowded in that room.

Wasn't that the cover of the follow up to Sergeant Peppers?

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Quote: Billy Bunter @ 1st October 2023, 9:33 PM

I remember that photo being taken. It was quite crowded in that room.

😆 And sweaty, I should think - 1950s personal hygiene did leave a lot to be desired, apart from most people smelling like an ash-tray.

Quote: lofthouse @ 1st October 2023, 10:49 PM

Wasn't that the cover of the follow up to Sergeant Peppers?

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No, you're thinking of this one, from 1978.................

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Quote: Hercules Grytpype Thynne @ 2nd October 2023, 12:25 AM

😆 And sweaty, I should think - 1950s personal hygiene did leave a lot to be desired,

You speak for yourself. I used to have a bath every fortnight whether I needed one or not.

Still do in fact.

Quote: Billy Bunter @ 2nd October 2023, 7:59 AM

You speak for yourself. I used to have a bath every fortnight whether I needed one or not.

Still do in fact.

Fortnight? We used to dream of such luxury

Quote: Hercules Grytpype Thynne @ 2nd October 2023, 12:25 AM

😆 And sweaty, I should think - 1950s personal hygiene did leave a lot to be desired, apart from most people smelling like an ash-tray.

No, you're thinking of this one, from 1978.................

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Funny this "new" obsession with Ipswich Town because they're doing quite well now.

Quote: Chappers @ 2nd October 2023, 4:59 PM

Funny this "new" obsession with Ipswich Town because they're doing quite well now.

OI!!

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