Mouse Mat : A punter checks the racing guide in a newspaper before making his bet at a race

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A punter checks the racing guide in a newspaper before making his bet at a race

A punter checks the racing guide in a newspaper before making his bet at a race
March 1963

Sunday Pictorial
mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
GL*3673634

Media ID 21545606

© Mirrorpix

Betting Gambling Shops

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Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.

Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice

Estimated Product Size is 19.7cm x 24.2cm (7.8" x 9.5")

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
In this print from March 1963, we are transported back to a time when horse racing was not just a sport, but an exhilarating form of entertainment. The image captures the essence of anticipation and concentration as a punter meticulously studies the racing guide in his newspaper before placing his bet at the race. The man's focused gaze is fixed on the pages, absorbing every detail about jockeys, horses, and their previous performances. His furrowed brow suggests that he is carefully analyzing each piece of information to make an informed decision. With one hand supporting his chin in deep thought, he appears lost in a world where odds and probabilities dictate fate. This snapshot perfectly encapsulates the atmosphere of betting shops during the 1960s – bustling with excitement as punters eagerly exchanged tips and strategies while clutching their newspapers like sacred texts. It serves as a reminder of simpler times when people relied on printed media for crucial information rather than today's digital age. Sunday Pictorial's Memory Lane Prints have beautifully preserved this moment frozen in time, allowing us to appreciate both the artistry behind capturing such candid moments and our collective fascination with gambling culture throughout history. This photograph invites us to reflect upon how much has changed since then while also acknowledging that some timeless traditions continue to captivate us even decades later.

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