Tuesday evening in the Durant Hall, Newcastle and brains are in top gear for the Scrabble

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Tuesday evening in the Durant Hall, Newcastle and brains are in top gear for the Scrabble

Tuesday evening in the Durant Hall, Newcastle and brains are in top gear for the Scrabble competition in November 1977

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Mirrorpix

Media ID 21333882

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Tuesday evening in the Durant Hall, Newcastle and brains are in top gear for the Scrabble competition in November 1977. As captured by NCJ's lens, this print takes us back to a vibrant era of board games and intellectual pursuits. In the midst of the bustling 1970s, when leisure activities were cherished and technology had yet to dominate our lives, Scrabble provided an avenue for friends and family to gather around a table filled with letters. The image showcases a group of enthusiastic players engrossed in their game, their faces reflecting determination mixed with occasional bursts of laughter. The room is alive with energy as minds race against time to form words that will earn them coveted points on the iconic Scrabble board. It's evident that these individuals have honed their linguistic skills, each letter strategically placed to maximize scores. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of simpler pleasures enjoyed during leisurely evenings spent indoors. Board games like Scrabble fostered healthy competition while nurturing bonds between loved ones through shared experiences and friendly banter. As we gaze upon this vintage photograph today, it evokes nostalgia for an era where face-to-face interactions prevailed over digital distractions—a testament to the enduring charm of classic pastimes.

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