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Greetings Card : A typical laundry in February 1970. The Washeteria on Hadrian Road, Wallsend
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A typical laundry in February 1970. The Washeteria on Hadrian Road, Wallsend
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21414102
© Mirrorpix
Laundress Laundry Uk Social History Washing Machines
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our vintage greetings cards from the Media Storehouse range. This charming design, 'The Washeteria on Hadrian Road, Wallsend' by NCJ from Memory Lane Prints, transports you to a typical laundry in February 1970. Imagine the rustle of clothes being washed and the gentle hum of the machines as you send a piece of history straight to someone's mailbox. Perfect for those who appreciate the nostalgia of simpler times. Add a touch of the past to your correspondence with our vintage greetings cards.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to a typical laundry scene in February 1970, showcasing the Washeteria on Hadrian Road in Wallsend. Stepping into this snapshot of history, we are transported to an era where laundries were bustling hubs of activity and washing machines were not yet a common household appliance. The image captures the essence of the 1970s social fabric, as a diligent laundress can be seen meticulously tending to piles of clothes. With her sleeves rolled up and focused expression, she symbolizes the hardworking spirit that defined this period. The laundry itself exudes an aura of warmth and familiarity - its walls adorned with vintage posters and shelves neatly stacked with detergent boxes. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of how far we have come in terms of technological advancements. In an age where washing machines have become ubiquitous, it is fascinating to witness the reliance on communal facilities like the Washeteria for clean clothes. Preserved by NCJ's lens, this image offers us a glimpse into UK's social history during that time. It sparks nostalgia among those who remember relying on such establishments for their laundry needs or perhaps even working at one themselves. As we admire this remarkable piece from Memory Lane Prints, let us appreciate both the simplicity and complexity inherent in our everyday routines – something as mundane as doing laundry can hold within it stories that speak volumes about society's evolution over time.
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