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A small boy watches television. 12th March 1954 Howard is four
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A small boy watches television. 12th March 1954 Howard is four
A small boy watches television. 12th March 1954
Howard is four, he has more energy than a dozen adults. From the time he wakes at 7.30 am until he goes to bed at 7pm he is on the move the house is in constant uproar. Mother is driven to distraction, that is until the magic hour for childrens TV. Then there is perfect peace, he sits transfixed, nothing will distract him not even his food and he loves that
Bottomley
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21803609
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1954 Boredom Fifties House Interior Jumper Mother Short Trousers Slippers Viewers
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In this print from 12th March 1954, we are transported back to a simpler time when television held an enchanting power over young minds. Meet Howard, a lively four-year-old boy who possesses more energy than a dozen adults combined. From the crack of dawn until dusk, his house is in constant uproar as he explores every nook and cranny with unbridled curiosity. However, amidst the chaos that drives his mother to distraction, there exists a magical hour for children's TV. As the clock strikes the appointed time, Howard becomes transfixed by the glowing screen before him. Nothing can distract him from this moment of pure bliss - not even his beloved food. The ducks on the wall seem frozen in anticipation as they witness Howard's complete surrender to this newfound source of entertainment. Clad in a cozy jumper and short trousers, he sits comfortably in slippers while engrossed in captivating programs that transport him to unknown worlds. This nostalgic image captures both the innocence and joy of childhood during England's fifties era. It reminds us how simple pleasures like television could bring perfect peace into our lives - if only for an hour each day. As we gaze upon this timeless photograph by Bottomley from Memory Lane Prints, it serves as a gentle reminder of those cherished moments when imagination soared and boredom was banished by flickering screens filled with wonderment.
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