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Poster Print : Laurie Cunningham, West Brom Player, meets factory workers based next door to The
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Laurie Cunningham, West Brom Player, meets factory workers based next door to The
Laurie Cunningham, West Brom Player, meets factory workers based next door to The Hawthorns, typewriter manufacturers Smith Corona, who presented the team with a cheque for £ 250.00 towards their team pool. Laurie Cunningham was also presented with a carriage clock after being voted Albion Player of the Year by fans. Pictured with ladies Dotty Wedgbury, Gill Butler, Cynthia Hardie and Ivy Hadley. 28th April 1978
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
West Bromwich
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21647350
© Mirrorpix
Factories And Warehouses Factory Worker Fans And Supporters West Brom West Bromwich Albion
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step into the past with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring an iconic moment in West Bromwich Albion's history. This captivating image captures Laurie Cunningham, the charismatic football star, engaging with local factory workers next to The Hawthorns. The unique setting adds an intriguing layer to this nostalgic snapshot, as the workers toiled away at Smith Corona, the typwriter manufacturers located just beyond the stadium walls. Relive the memories of a bygone era with this beautifully printed, high-quality poster. A must-have for any football fan or history enthusiast's collection.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 54.8cm (16.5" x 21.6")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of 1970s West Bromwich Albion. Laurie Cunningham, a talented player for the team, is seen engaging with factory workers from Smith Corona typewriter manufacturers located next door to The Hawthorns stadium. This heartwarming encounter captures the strong bond between sports and industry in this bustling era. The image showcases a special moment as representatives from Smith Corona present a generous cheque of £250.00 towards the team's pool fund. This act of support highlights the unity and camaraderie that existed between local businesses and their beloved football club. Additionally, Laurie Cunningham receives an elegant carriage clock after being voted Albion Player of the Year by passionate fans. His exceptional skills on the field have not only earned him recognition but also admiration from supporters who hold him in high regard. Accompanying Laurie in this snapshot are four remarkable ladies: Dotty Wedgbury, Gill Butler, Cynthia Hardie, and Ivy Hadley. These women represent both devoted fans and dedicated workers within West Bromwich's factories and warehouses. This photograph serves as a testament to how football can bring people together across different walks of life - bridging gaps between players, fans, workers, and communities alike. It encapsulates an era where sport served as a unifying force amidst industrial landscapes while celebrating individuals like Laurie Cunningham who left an indelible mark on West Bromwich Albion's history.
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