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Blyth, looking up Waterloo Road, with Arcade on left. 4th September 1959
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Blyth, looking up Waterloo Road, with Arcade on left. 4th September 1959
Kemsley
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Blyth
Northumberland
England
Media ID 21751439
© Mirrorpix
Boots Pharmacy Shoppers Shops And Shopping
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This photograph takes us back to the vibrant streets of Blyth on a sunny day in September 1959. The image captures the essence of a bustling town, with its main artery, Waterloo Road, stretching out before our eyes. On the left side stands an iconic Arcade building that has witnessed countless stories unfold over the years. As we delve into this snapshot from history, we are transported to an era where life moved at a slower pace. Shoppers can be seen strolling along the pavement, their attire reflecting the fashion trends of the 1950s. Men donning suits and hats walk alongside elegantly dressed women carrying stylish handbags. The shops lining both sides of Waterloo Road offer glimpses into everyday life during this period. A prominent boots store catches our attention with its display windows showcasing fashionable footwear for men and women alike. Adjacent to it is a pharmacy, serving as a reminder of how essential community services have always been integral to small towns like Blyth. This print by Kemsley not only freezes a moment in time but also evokes nostalgia for an era characterized by simpler pleasures and genuine human connections. It invites us to reflect on how much has changed since then while appreciating those timeless elements that continue to shape our communities today - such as shopping districts that serve as social hubs bringing people together in pursuit of their daily needs and desires.
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