Newsagents

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Newsagents

A typical small high street newsagents, displaying adverts for tobacco, cigarettes, and the News of the World sunday newspaper Date: 1970s

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Cigarettes News Newsagents Newspaper Rack Tobacco Rothmans

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Step back in time to the 1970s with this vintage print of a typical small high street newsagents. The shop window is filled with advertisements for tobacco, cigarettes, and the popular News of the World Sunday newspaper. This snapshot captures a moment in history when smoking was not only socially acceptable but actively promoted. The display rack prominently features brands like Rothmans, a reminder of a time when cigarette advertising was still prevalent. The cluttered shelves inside are stocked with newspapers and magazines, offering customers a glimpse into the headlines and stories that shaped that era. This image is more than just a nostalgic look at a bygone era; it's a piece of social history frozen in time. It reflects the cultural norms and consumer habits of the 1970s, from the widespread availability of tobacco products to the enduring popularity of tabloid newspapers. As you study this photo print, you can almost hear the rustle of newspapers being flipped through and smell the faint scent of tobacco lingering in the air. It's an evocative reminder of how much has changed since then – both in terms of societal attitudes towards smoking and media consumption. For those interested in exploring our collective past through visual artifacts, this print offers a fascinating glimpse into everyday life on an average British high street during one particular decade.

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