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Its the craziest tangle the police have ever had to sort out at as mothers
Its the craziest tangle the police have ever had to sort out at as mothers and fathers left their children outside the new woolworths store shorty after its opening in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull.
26th February 1971
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
BPM 7102 6248
Media ID 21806065
© Mirrorpix
Babies Busy Chaos Department Store Panic Police Prams Queuing Security Shop Woolworth Woolworths 1971 General Store
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from Memory Lane Prints, featuring the intriguing image "It's the craziest tangle the police have ever had to sort out at as mothers" from Mirrorpix. This captivating snapshot takes you back to the opening of Woolworths in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull, where mothers and fathers left their children unattended, creating quite the spectacle for the local authorities. Add this unique and intriguing print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.1cm (11.9" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print from 1971, we witness the aftermath of a chaotic scene that unfolded outside the newly opened Woolworths store in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull. It was undoubtedly the craziest tangle that police had ever encountered as mothers and fathers left their children unattended while rushing inside to explore the wonders of this bustling department store. The image depicts a moment of panic and chaos, with babies nestled in prams and young children anxiously waiting for their parents amidst a sea of people. The sheer number of individuals gathered outside the store is overwhelming, creating an atmosphere teeming with excitement and anticipation. As security personnel attempt to restore order, it becomes evident just how overwhelmed they are by this unexpected situation. The police find themselves at the epicenter of this frenzy, tasked with untangling a web of anxious parents desperately trying to locate their little ones among the crowd. This snapshot captures not only a specific moment in time but also reflects broader societal changes during the 1970s when shopping became more accessible and popularized. It serves as a reminder of how our shopping habits have evolved over decades – from small general stores to large-scale department stores like Woolworths. Preserved through Memory Lane Prints, this photograph offers us an intriguing glimpse into history; reminding us that even seemingly mundane moments can hold great significance when viewed through the lens of time.
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