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Joe Twigg, hardware store owner, Eccles, Manchester
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Joe Twigg, hardware store owner, Eccles, Manchester
Joe Twigg, a well-known hardware store owner, sitting outside his shop on Liverpool Road in Eccles, Manchester. Date: circa 1977
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1977 Brush Brushes Business Eccles Hardware Liverpool Manchester Store Stores Owner Twigg
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Joe Twigg: A Portrait of a Hardware Store Owner in 1970s Eccles, Manchester This evocative photograph captures the image of Joe Twigg, a well-respected hardware store owner, taking a break outside his shop on Liverpool Road in Eccles, Manchester. The year is circa 1977, and the era is the 1970s, a time when small, family-owned businesses were a common sight on the high streets of northern towns. Joe sits comfortably on a chair placed on the pavement, with a brush in hand, likely used for sweeping the shop's entrance or maintaining the display windows. The brushes, with their worn-out bristles, are displayed in a neat row behind him, adding to the scene's authenticity. The window behind him is filled with an array of hardware items, reflecting the diverse range of products that Joe's store offered. The photograph provides a glimpse into the daily life of a small business owner during the 1970s. Joe's relaxed demeanor and the absence of any apparent rush convey a sense of tranquility and contentment, suggesting that he takes pride in his work and enjoys engaging with his customers. This photograph is an essential piece of local history, capturing the spirit of a bygone era when small, independent businesses were the backbone of local communities. It serves as a reminder of the human connection that once existed between shopkeepers and their customers, a connection that has, in many ways, been lost in the age of large corporations and online shopping.
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