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Edie and Norman Bate, St Helens greengrocers given notice to quit St Helens market
Edie and Norman Bate, St Helens greengrocers given notice to quit St Helens market. St Helens, Merseyside. May 1976
Mountfield
Liverpool Echo
Mirrorpix
St Helens
Merseyside
England
Media ID 21924868
© Mirrorpix
Greengrocer Market Markets Merseyside St Helens Vegetables 1976 Greengrocers
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection. This heartfelt design features Edie and Norman Bate, the beloved St Helens greengrocers, as they receive notice to quit the market from Mountfield. A poignant reminder of simpler times, this card is perfect for expressing thoughts of nostalgia, farewells, or just to brighten someone's day. Bring a piece of Merseyside history into your mail with this beautiful, vintage-inspired card from Memory Lane Prints.
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant photograph captured by Mountfield, we are transported back to the bustling St Helens market in May 1976. The image showcases Edie and Norman Bate, a hardworking couple who ran their own greengrocers stall in this vibrant Merseyside town. However, behind their smiles lies a bittersweet tale as they were given notice to quit the very market that had been their livelihood for years. The photo beautifully encapsulates the essence of family-owned businesses during the 20th century. Edie and Norman's dedication to providing fresh vegetables is evident from the neatly arranged crates overflowing with colorful produce - a testament to their commitment towards serving their community. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, it becomes clear that more than just vegetables were being sold here; love, resilience, and determination permeated every interaction between these greengrocers and their customers. Their presence was not merely transactional but rather an integral part of daily life for those who frequented St Helens market. This evocative print serves as a reminder of how small businesses can shape our communities and leave an indelible mark on our memories. It captures both the vibrancy of a local marketplace teeming with activity and the human stories hidden beneath its surface. As we reflect upon Edie and Norman Bate's journey through this lens of nostalgia, let us appreciate the countless unsung heroes like them who have contributed so much to our shared history.
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