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Unusual / Humour / Car. Due to the Electricians strike the petrol pumps at White Service
Unusual/Humour/Car. Due to the Electricians strike the petrol pumps at White Service Station, Ongar, Essex were out of action until the innovation of the converted bicycle for manual pumping. The garage offered quadruple stamps for anyone wishing to pedal themselves. December 1970
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Mirrorpix
Media ID 21330907
© Mirrorpix
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
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.
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Pedal Power Prevails - A Hilarious Solution to the Electricians Strike
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print from December 1970, we are transported back in time to witness an extraordinary sight at White Service Station in Ongar, Essex. The electricians' strike had left the petrol pumps out of action, but innovation and humor prevailed. Behold the converted bicycle for manual pumping! This unusual contraption became a symbol of resilience and ingenuity during challenging times. With its wheels spinning and pedals moving tirelessly, it provided a whimsical solution to keep motorists on the move. The garage staff went above and beyond by offering quadruple stamps for anyone brave enough to hop on this pedal-powered machine. It was a win-win situation – customers could fuel up their vehicles while getting some exercise themselves! This snapshot captures not only the resourcefulness of individuals during strikes but also showcases the lighthearted spirit that permeated through society in the 1970s. It serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, laughter can be found. So let us celebrate this moment frozen in time – where petrol shortages were met with pedal power; where serious matters were tackled with creativity and good-natured banter. This print is truly a testament to human resilience and our ability to find joy even in unconventional circumstances.
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