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Shy superbrain Walter Dobson is the man in demand for the latest pub
Shy superbrain Walter Dobson is the man in demand for the latest pub and club craze to hit Stockton. Walter, 58, has suddenly found himself one of the most sought after men in town as pubs after pub jumps on the brain train and start off their own quiz nights. And its all because five years ago bachelor Walter hit the headlines by winning television Supermind contest, when he represented the elite high IQ organsation Mensa against the winners of other intellectual BBC quizzes. 10th March 1981
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Teesside Archive
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Competition Contest Paper Quiz Winner 1981
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Shy Superbrain Walter Dobson - The Quiz Night Sensation of Stockton
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. In this print from 1981, we catch a glimpse of the unassuming yet highly sought-after man of the hour – Walter Dobson. At 58 years old, Walter has become the talk of the town as pubs and clubs in Stockton clamor to jump on his brain train and host their own quiz nights. Walter's rise to local fame can be traced back five years prior when he made headlines by emerging victorious in the prestigious television contest, Supermind. Representing Mensa, an elite high IQ organization, Walter outshone winners from other intellectual BBC quizzes, solidifying his status as a true genius. The image captures Walter in his element - armed with nothing more than a pad and paper - ready to conquer any challenge thrown at him during these thrilling quiz nights that have taken Stockton by storm. His quiet demeanor belies an incredible intellect that has captivated audiences far and wide. As locals flock to witness this living legend in action, it is clear that Walter's remarkable achievement continues to inspire awe even today. This photograph serves as a testament to his enduring legacy within the realm of trivia competitions while offering us a glimpse into an era where pub quizzes were becoming all the rage. This Memory Lane Print transports us back to an exciting time when brains reigned supreme and one man's extraordinary mind captured both hearts and headlines alike.
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