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Douglas Park, Businessman and former Hearts Football Club Director pictured at news press
Douglas Park, Businessman and former Hearts Football Club Director pictured at news press conference after being fined 1000 pounds for locking referee David Syme in a dressing room after a match against Rangers, 18th November 1988
Daily Record
Mirrorpix
Scotland
Media ID 21713015
© Mirrorpix
Greetings Card (A5)
Step into the world of Scottish football history with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection. This stunning design features a vintage press photo of Douglas Park, Businessman and former Hearts Football Club Director, taken by the Daily Record from Memory Lane Prints. Relive the excitement of the past as Park is pictured at a news conference after being fined 1000 pounds for an unforgettable incident involving a locked dressing room and referee David Syme. Add a touch of nostalgia to your correspondence with this unique and captivating greetings card.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we see Douglas Park, a prominent businessman and former director of the Hearts Football Club, captured during a news press conference. The image dates back to the 1980s when football clubs were at the heart of communities, and passionate rivalries filled stadiums with fervent supporters. However, this particular moment in history carries an air of controversy. On November 18th, 1988, after a heated match against Rangers, Park found himself in hot water for an incident involving referee David Syme. As punishment for his actions that day, he was fined £1000. The photograph encapsulates the intensity and drama surrounding football during that era. It serves as a reminder that even influential figures within the sport are not immune to moments of indiscretion or emotional outbursts fueled by their love for the game. Beyond its historical significance within Scottish football culture, this image also highlights Parks' connection to Hamilton's parks—a symbol of community unity and shared passion for sports. It is through such images that we gain insight into both personal stories and wider societal dynamics. Memory Lane Prints has once again provided us with a fascinating glimpse into our past—an opportunity to reflect on how far we have come while cherishing those unforgettable moments etched forever in our collective memory.
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