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Royal Navy assault ship HMS Fearless docked on the River Tyne for the first time and stayed for a 10 day visit. 30 schoolchildren from Breckenbeds Secondary Modern School, Low Fell, Gateshead, were given a guided tour of the ship. 26th January, 1972 (b/w photo)
Royal Navy assault ship HMS Fearless docked on the River Tyne for the first time and stayed for a 10 day visit. 30 schoolchildren from Breckenbeds Secondary Modern School, Low Fell, Gateshead, were given a guided tour of the ship. 26th January, 1972 (b/w photo)

MPX5125707: Royal Navy assault ship HMS Fearless docked on the River Tyne for the first time and stayed for a 10 day visit. 30 schoolchildren from Breckenbeds Secondary Modern School, Low Fell, Gateshead, were given a guided tour of the ship. 26th January, 1972 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Royal Navy assault ship HMS Fearless docked on the River Tyne for the first time and stayed for a 10 day visit. 30 schoolchildren from Breckenbeds Secondary Modern School, Low Fell, Gateshead, were given a guided tour of the ship. 26th January, 1972 (b/w photo)

Stevie Wonder performs at the NEC, Birmingham. 20th June 1984 (b/w photo)
Stevie Wonder performs at the NEC, Birmingham. 20th June 1984 (b/w photo)

MPX5125716: Stevie Wonder performs at the NEC, Birmingham. 20th June 1984 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Stevie Wonder performs at the NEC, Birmingham. 20th June 1984 (b/w photo)

Signalman Raymond Short, 20, of Fossway, Walkergate, Newcastle, joined the Army after leaving Walkergate Secondary Modern School, he trained as a signal operator and went to the 30 Signal Regiment at Dorset. The year previous to this photo he had spent with the Navy on board the 12,000 ton assault ship HMS Fearless. The Fearless docked on the River Tyne for the first time and stayed for a 10 day visit. Two fellow North-Easterners were among the crew - Graeme Lawson, 24, of Sandringham Road, South Gosforth, who works with the satellite Skynet and John Ramm, of Woodhorn Road, Newbiggin, who joined the ship only two weeks previous after finishing his training. 21st January, 1972 (b/w photo)
Signalman Raymond Short, 20, of Fossway, Walkergate, Newcastle, joined the Army after leaving Walkergate Secondary Modern School, he trained as a signal operator and went to the 30 Signal Regiment at Dorset. The year previous to this photo he had spent with the Navy on board the 12,000 ton assault ship HMS Fearless. The Fearless docked on the River Tyne for the first time and stayed for a 10 day visit. Two fellow North-Easterners were among the crew - Graeme Lawson, 24, of Sandringham Road, South Gosforth, who works with the satellite Skynet and John Ramm, of Woodhorn Road, Newbiggin, who joined the ship only two weeks previous after finishing his training. 21st January, 1972 (b/w photo)

MPX5125722: Signalman Raymond Short, 20, of Fossway, Walkergate, Newcastle, joined the Army after leaving Walkergate Secondary Modern School, he trained as a signal operator and went to the 30 Signal Regiment at Dorset. The year previous to this photo he had spent with the Navy on board the 12,000 ton assault ship HMS Fearless. The Fearless docked on the River Tyne for the first time and stayed for a 10 day visit. Two fellow North-Easterners were among the crew - Graeme Lawson, 24, of Sandringham Road, South Gosforth, who works with the satellite Skynet and John Ramm, of Woodhorn Road, Newbiggin, who joined the ship only two weeks previous after finishing his training. 21st January, 1972 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Signalman Raymond Short, 20, of Fossway, Walkergate, Newcastle, joined the Army after leaving Walkergate Secondary Modern School, he trained as a signal operator and went to the 30 Signal Regiment at Dorset. The year previous to this photo he had spent with the Navy on board the 12,000 ton assault ship HMS Fearless. The Fearless docked on the River Tyne for the first time and stayed for a 10 day visit. Two fellow North-Easterners were among the crew - Graeme Lawson, 24, of Sandringham Road, South Gosforth, who works with the satellite Skynet and John Ramm, of Woodhorn Road, Newbiggin, who joined the ship only two weeks previous after finishing his training. 21st January, 1972 (b/w photo)

The short and tall of the Hillfields landscape. Gone are the row-upon-row of terraced houses that once formed the heart of the area and in their place have sprung up great towering blocks of flats. Now the shops of Victoria Road look out of place with the monsters on their doorsteps. 23rd August 1974 (b/w photo)
The short and tall of the Hillfields landscape. Gone are the row-upon-row of terraced houses that once formed the heart of the area and in their place have sprung up great towering blocks of flats. Now the shops of Victoria Road look out of place with the monsters on their doorsteps. 23rd August 1974 (b/w photo)

MPX5125758: The short and tall of the Hillfields landscape. Gone are the row-upon-row of terraced houses that once formed the heart of the area and in their place have sprung up great towering blocks of flats. Now the shops of Victoria Road look out of place with the monsters on their doorsteps. 23rd August 1974 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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The short and tall of the Hillfields landscape. Gone are the row-upon-row of terraced houses that once formed the heart of the area and in their place have sprung up great towering blocks of flats. Now the shops of Victoria Road look out of place with the monsters on their doorsteps. 23rd August 1974 (b/w photo)

The Newly opened Gabalfa Fly-over in Cardiff . 10th March 1971 (b/w photo)
The Newly opened Gabalfa Fly-over in Cardiff . 10th March 1971 (b/w photo)

MPX5125773: The Newly opened Gabalfa Fly-over in Cardiff . 10th March 1971 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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The Newly opened Gabalfa Fly-over in Cardiff . 10th March 1971 (b/w photo)

A day trip to Calais on the 'Golden Daffodill' June 1961 (b/w photo)
A day trip to Calais on the 'Golden Daffodill' June 1961 (b/w photo)

MPX5125782: A day trip to Calais on the 'Golden Daffodill' June 1961 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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A day trip to Calais on the 'Golden Daffodill' June 1961 (b/w photo)

An old London Horse Bus which used to operate in Brixton is given a new lease of life transporting passengers from Chessington South Station to the zoo. 27th March 1944 (b/w photo)
An old London Horse Bus which used to operate in Brixton is given a new lease of life transporting passengers from Chessington South Station to the zoo. 27th March 1944 (b/w photo)

MPX5125797: An old London Horse Bus which used to operate in Brixton is given a new lease of life transporting passengers from Chessington South Station to the zoo. 27th March 1944 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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An old London Horse Bus which used to operate in Brixton is given a new lease of life transporting passengers from Chessington South Station to the zoo. 27th March 1944 (b/w photo)

Zealandia also known as S.S. Zealandia and nicknamed
Zealandia also known as S.S. Zealandia and nicknamed

MPX5125806: Zealandia also known as S.S. Zealandia and nicknamed "Z" (or "Zed") was a historically-significant 6,683 ton multi-decked single-funnelled Australian cargo and passenger ship. It entered service in 1910 and served as a troopship in both World War I and World War II. During 1940-41, Zealandia transported most of the ill-fated Australian 8th Division. Its crew were the last Allied personnel to see HMAS Sydney, which was lost with all hands in 1941. Zealandia itself was lost in the air raids on Darwin on February 19, 1942 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Zealandia also known as S.S. Zealandia and nicknamed "Z" (or "Zed") was a historically-significant 6,683 ton multi-decked single-funnelled Australian cargo and passenger ship. It entered service in 1910 and served as a troopship in both World War I and World War II. During 1940-41, Zealandia transported most of the ill-fated Australian 8th Division. Its crew were the last Allied personnel to see HMAS Sydney, which was lost with all hands in 1941. Zealandia itself was lost in the air raids on Darwin on February 19, 1942 (b/w photo)

There are no jokes about women drivers from the two latest recruits on a Midland Red driving course in Leamington - for they are women. They are the first of a group of 10 bidding to become the first women to earn their place behind the wheel at the Leamington garage. Miss Althea Litwinski. and Miss Alma Watkis have both been conductresses with the company for a number of years, and have now decided to exchange their ticket machines for the driving wheel. Miss Litwinski, of Avenue Road, Leamington, explained:
There are no jokes about women drivers from the two latest recruits on a Midland Red driving course in Leamington - for they are women. They are the first of a group of 10 bidding to become the first women to earn their place behind the wheel at the Leamington garage. Miss Althea Litwinski. and Miss Alma Watkis have both been conductresses with the company for a number of years, and have now decided to exchange their ticket machines for the driving wheel. Miss Litwinski, of Avenue Road, Leamington, explained:

MPX5125809: There are no jokes about women drivers from the two latest recruits on a Midland Red driving course in Leamington - for they are women. They are the first of a group of 10 bidding to become the first women to earn their place behind the wheel at the Leamington garage. Miss Althea Litwinski. and Miss Alma Watkis have both been conductresses with the company for a number of years, and have now decided to exchange their ticket machines for the driving wheel. Miss Litwinski, of Avenue Road, Leamington, explained: "It is no joke. We are already doing a man's job conducting, so I do not see why we should not drive as well. "I have never driven anything before I have only ridden a bike but it does not worry me. There is no reason why women should not be every bit as good as men." Miss Watkis, of Warwick Place, Leamington, agreed. "I am looking forward to driving. Once we have got through the six-week course we will be a match for any man." They admitted they had taken some good-humoured banter from their male colleagues, but they are determined to show their driving is no laughing matter. The garage's chief instructor, Mr. Douglas Newey, said that if they pass the course they would be as good as any male bus driver "and 100 per cent. better than the average motorist." "This is a really tough course -And no concessions will be made because they are women. "If, after the first week, we do not think they have the makings of drivers they will be dropped. We give them our own rigorous test and this is followed by the company test and finally the Traffic Commissioners put them through a further one. "If they get through all that they are real drivers and will be able to drive any vehicle in this or any other garage," said Mr. Newey. 18th May 1971 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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There are no jokes about women drivers from the two latest recruits on a Midland Red driving course in Leamington - for they are women. They are the first of a group of 10 bidding to become the first women to earn their place behind the wheel at the Leamington garage. Miss Althea Litwinski. and Miss Alma Watkis have both been conductresses with the company for a number of years, and have now decided to exchange their ticket machines for the driving wheel. Miss Litwinski, of Avenue Road, Leamington, explained: "It is no joke. We are already doing a man's job conducting, so I do not see why we should not drive as well. "I have never driven anything before I have only ridden a bike but it does not worry me. There is no reason why women should not be every bit as good as men." Miss Watkis, of Warwick Place, Leamington, agreed. "I am looking forward to driving. Once we have got through the six-week course we will be a match for any man." They admitted they had taken some good-humoured bante

Marion Pollock, 15, subjuects herself to an injection against German measles (rubella) which will safeguard the health of any future children she may have. Marion is the daughter of Dr. George Pollock, area medical officer for Coventry. 6th June 1979 (b/w photo)
Marion Pollock, 15, subjuects herself to an injection against German measles (rubella) which will safeguard the health of any future children she may have. Marion is the daughter of Dr. George Pollock, area medical officer for Coventry. 6th June 1979 (b/w photo)

MPX5125812: Marion Pollock, 15, subjuects herself to an injection against German measles (rubella) which will safeguard the health of any future children she may have. Marion is the daughter of Dr. George Pollock, area medical officer for Coventry. 6th June 1979 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Marion Pollock, 15, subjuects herself to an injection against German measles (rubella) which will safeguard the health of any future children she may have. Marion is the daughter of Dr. George Pollock, area medical officer for Coventry. 6th June 1979 (b/w photo)

The training schooner 'Malcolm Miller' which sailed from Fife, Scotland to Portsmouth, Hampshire, with 39 students aboard. 15th March 1968 (b/w photo)
The training schooner 'Malcolm Miller' which sailed from Fife, Scotland to Portsmouth, Hampshire, with 39 students aboard. 15th March 1968 (b/w photo)

MPX5125818: The training schooner 'Malcolm Miller' which sailed from Fife, Scotland to Portsmouth, Hampshire, with 39 students aboard. 15th March 1968 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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The training schooner 'Malcolm Miller' which sailed from Fife, Scotland to Portsmouth, Hampshire, with 39 students aboard. 15th March 1968 (b/w photo)

Millie Small, London, 4th May 1964 (b/w photo)
Millie Small, London, 4th May 1964 (b/w photo)

MPX5125869: Millie Small, London, 4th May 1964 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Millie Small, London, 4th May 1964 (b/w photo)

Stratford Parish Church forms part of the backcloth for ice-skaters on the River Avon at Stratford-upon-Avon. 28th January 1963 (b/w photo)
Stratford Parish Church forms part of the backcloth for ice-skaters on the River Avon at Stratford-upon-Avon. 28th January 1963 (b/w photo)

MPX5125884: Stratford Parish Church forms part of the backcloth for ice-skaters on the River Avon at Stratford-upon-Avon. 28th January 1963 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Stratford Parish Church forms part of the backcloth for ice-skaters on the River Avon at Stratford-upon-Avon. 28th January 1963 (b/w photo)

Robin Knox Johnston cheered by a large crowds as he arrives at London's Tower pier from Falmouth, a few days after his Golden Globe Round the world race victory. May 1969 (b/w photo)
Robin Knox Johnston cheered by a large crowds as he arrives at London's Tower pier from Falmouth, a few days after his Golden Globe Round the world race victory. May 1969 (b/w photo)

MPX5125890: Robin Knox Johnston cheered by a large crowds as he arrives at London's Tower pier from Falmouth, a few days after his Golden Globe Round the world race victory. May 1969 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Robin Knox Johnston cheered by a large crowds as he arrives at London's Tower pier from Falmouth, a few days after his Golden Globe Round the world race victory. May 1969 (b/w photo)

Robin Knox Johnston in his Suhaili boat at Falmouth before his departure for the 1968-69 Sunday Times Golden Globe round the world race. June 1968 (b/w photo)
Robin Knox Johnston in his Suhaili boat at Falmouth before his departure for the 1968-69 Sunday Times Golden Globe round the world race. June 1968 (b/w photo)

MPX5125899: Robin Knox Johnston in his Suhaili boat at Falmouth before his departure for the 1968-69 Sunday Times Golden Globe round the world race. June 1968 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Robin Knox Johnston in his Suhaili boat at Falmouth before his departure for the 1968-69 Sunday Times Golden Globe round the world race. June 1968 (b/w photo)

These children at a Leamington school stepped back in time to celebrate a centenary. The youngsters at St Peter's Roman Catholic School dressed in Victorian clothing for a day to get a taste of what school life was like 100 years ago. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the main school block in Augusta Place, although a school was established next door by nuns as early as 1852. There are now 83 pupils but at one time there were as many as 700, said Sister Marie, of the Sisters of Charity Convent, in Milverton Terrace. Sister Marie, who taught at the school for 15 years, joined the children for their celebrations. The headmistress, Mrs. Winifred Swarbrick, said:
These children at a Leamington school stepped back in time to celebrate a centenary. The youngsters at St Peter's Roman Catholic School dressed in Victorian clothing for a day to get a taste of what school life was like 100 years ago. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the main school block in Augusta Place, although a school was established next door by nuns as early as 1852. There are now 83 pupils but at one time there were as many as 700, said Sister Marie, of the Sisters of Charity Convent, in Milverton Terrace. Sister Marie, who taught at the school for 15 years, joined the children for their celebrations. The headmistress, Mrs. Winifred Swarbrick, said:

MPX5125938: These children at a Leamington school stepped back in time to celebrate a centenary. The youngsters at St Peter's Roman Catholic School dressed in Victorian clothing for a day to get a taste of what school life was like 100 years ago. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the main school block in Augusta Place, although a school was established next door by nuns as early as 1852. There are now 83 pupils but at one time there were as many as 700, said Sister Marie, of the Sisters of Charity Convent, in Milverton Terrace. Sister Marie, who taught at the school for 15 years, joined the children for their celebrations. The headmistress, Mrs. Winifred Swarbrick, said: "It has been a great success. All the children really entered into the spirit of it and came along in Victorian clothing." The youngsters will have a chance to dress up again tomorrow when they take part in the Leamington Carnival. 12th July 1979 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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These children at a Leamington school stepped back in time to celebrate a centenary. The youngsters at St Peter's Roman Catholic School dressed in Victorian clothing for a day to get a taste of what school life was like 100 years ago. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the main school block in Augusta Place, although a school was established next door by nuns as early as 1852. There are now 83 pupils but at one time there were as many as 700, said Sister Marie, of the Sisters of Charity Convent, in Milverton Terrace. Sister Marie, who taught at the school for 15 years, joined the children for their celebrations. The headmistress, Mrs. Winifred Swarbrick, said: "It has been a great success. All the children really entered into the spirit of it and came along in Victorian clothing." The youngsters will have a chance to dress up again tomorrow when they take part in the Leamington Carnival. 12th July 1979 (b/w photo)

Historian Allan Clark 37 seen here at home . April 18th 1964 (b/w photo)
Historian Allan Clark 37 seen here at home . April 18th 1964 (b/w photo)

MPX5125947: Historian Allan Clark 37 seen here at home . April 18th 1964 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Historian Allan Clark 37 seen here at home . April 18th 1964 (b/w photo)

The Chakdina the third of four motor ships for the British India Steam Navigation Co. Ltd., leaving the river Tyne for her first sea trials. Launched on May 21, whe is the twenty first ship built for the company at the Neptune Yard in 1951 (b/w photo)
The Chakdina the third of four motor ships for the British India Steam Navigation Co. Ltd., leaving the river Tyne for her first sea trials. Launched on May 21, whe is the twenty first ship built for the company at the Neptune Yard in 1951 (b/w photo)

MPX5125959: The Chakdina the third of four motor ships for the British India Steam Navigation Co. Ltd., leaving the river Tyne for her first sea trials. Launched on May 21, whe is the twenty first ship built for the company at the Neptune Yard in 1951 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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The Chakdina the third of four motor ships for the British India Steam Navigation Co. Ltd., leaving the river Tyne for her first sea trials. Launched on May 21, whe is the twenty first ship built for the company at the Neptune Yard in 1951 (b/w photo)

Newspaper coverage of the London Olympics 1948. Headline: Calling The Youth Of The World. Published: 25th July 1948 (b/w photo)
Newspaper coverage of the London Olympics 1948. Headline: Calling The Youth Of The World. Published: 25th July 1948 (b/w photo)

MPX5125977: Newspaper coverage of the London Olympics 1948. Headline: Calling The Youth Of The World. Published: 25th July 1948 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Newspaper coverage of the London Olympics 1948. Headline: Calling The Youth Of The World. Published: 25th July 1948 (b/w photo)

Model and tree doctor Geraldine Croft January 1976 (b/w photo)
Model and tree doctor Geraldine Croft January 1976 (b/w photo)

MPX5125733: Model and tree doctor Geraldine Croft January 1976 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Model and tree doctor Geraldine Croft January 1976 (b/w photo)

A full size replica of George Stephenson's famous locomotive Rocket and her tender arrived in London on 22nd August 1979 (b/w photo)
A full size replica of George Stephenson's famous locomotive Rocket and her tender arrived in London on 22nd August 1979 (b/w photo)

MPX5125736: A full size replica of George Stephenson's famous locomotive Rocket and her tender arrived in London on 22nd August 1979 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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A full size replica of George Stephenson's famous locomotive Rocket and her tender arrived in London on 22nd August 1979 (b/w photo)

Simply Red singer Mick Hucknell in concert at the NEC Arena, Birmingham. 15th March 1989 (b/w photo)
Simply Red singer Mick Hucknell in concert at the NEC Arena, Birmingham. 15th March 1989 (b/w photo)

MPX5125739: Simply Red singer Mick Hucknell in concert at the NEC Arena, Birmingham. 15th March 1989 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Simply Red singer Mick Hucknell in concert at the NEC Arena, Birmingham. 15th March 1989 (b/w photo)

One of the open spaces that has appeared in the Hillfields area of Coventry where houses have been demolished. The local residents think the area should be landscaped. The ground has been earthed up to prevent unauthorised parking. 31st March 1971 (b/w photo)
One of the open spaces that has appeared in the Hillfields area of Coventry where houses have been demolished. The local residents think the area should be landscaped. The ground has been earthed up to prevent unauthorised parking. 31st March 1971 (b/w photo)

MPX5125760: One of the open spaces that has appeared in the Hillfields area of Coventry where houses have been demolished. The local residents think the area should be landscaped. The ground has been earthed up to prevent unauthorised parking. 31st March 1971 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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One of the open spaces that has appeared in the Hillfields area of Coventry where houses have been demolished. The local residents think the area should be landscaped. The ground has been earthed up to prevent unauthorised parking. 31st March 1971 (b/w photo)

Victoria Square, Newcastle, where a motorway fly-over interchange is being built. 10th September 1973 (b/w photo)
Victoria Square, Newcastle, where a motorway fly-over interchange is being built. 10th September 1973 (b/w photo)

MPX5125775: Victoria Square, Newcastle, where a motorway fly-over interchange is being built. 10th September 1973 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Victoria Square, Newcastle, where a motorway fly-over interchange is being built. 10th September 1973 (b/w photo)

Slade in Glasgow with horses To publicise the film 'Slade in the Flame' March 1975 (b/w photo)
Slade in Glasgow with horses To publicise the film 'Slade in the Flame' March 1975 (b/w photo)

MPX5125802: Slade in Glasgow with horses To publicise the film 'Slade in the Flame' March 1975 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Slade in Glasgow with horses To publicise the film 'Slade in the Flame' March 1975 (b/w photo)

There are no jokes about women drivers from the two latest recruits on a Midland Red driving course in Leamington - for they are women. They are the first of a group of 10 bidding to become the first women to earn their place behind the wheel at the Leamington garage. Miss Althea Litwinski. and Miss Alma Watkis have both been conductresses with the company for a number of years, and have now decided to exchange their ticket machines for the driving wheel. Miss Litwinski, of Avenue Road, Leamington, explained:
There are no jokes about women drivers from the two latest recruits on a Midland Red driving course in Leamington - for they are women. They are the first of a group of 10 bidding to become the first women to earn their place behind the wheel at the Leamington garage. Miss Althea Litwinski. and Miss Alma Watkis have both been conductresses with the company for a number of years, and have now decided to exchange their ticket machines for the driving wheel. Miss Litwinski, of Avenue Road, Leamington, explained:

MPX5125805: There are no jokes about women drivers from the two latest recruits on a Midland Red driving course in Leamington - for they are women. They are the first of a group of 10 bidding to become the first women to earn their place behind the wheel at the Leamington garage. Miss Althea Litwinski. and Miss Alma Watkis have both been conductresses with the company for a number of years, and have now decided to exchange their ticket machines for the driving wheel. Miss Litwinski, of Avenue Road, Leamington, explained: "It is no joke. We are already doing a man's job conducting, so I do not see why we should not drive as well. "I have never driven anything before I have only ridden a bike but it does not worry me. There is no reason why women should not be every bit as good as men." Miss Watkis, of Warwick Place, Leamington, agreed. "I am looking forward to driving. Once we have got through the six-week course we will be a match for any man." They admitted they had taken some good-humoured banter from their male colleagues, but they are determined to show their driving is no laughing matter. The garage's chief instructor, Mr. Douglas Newey, said that if they pass the course they would be as good as any male bus driver "and 100 per cent. better than the average motorist." "This is a really tough course -And no concessions will be made because they are women. "If, after the first week, we do not think they have the makings of drivers they will be dropped. We give them our own rigorous test and this is followed by the company test and finally the Traffic Commissioners put them through a further one. "If they get through all that they are real drivers and will be able to drive any vehicle in this or any other garage," said Mr. Newey. 18th May 1971 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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There are no jokes about women drivers from the two latest recruits on a Midland Red driving course in Leamington - for they are women. They are the first of a group of 10 bidding to become the first women to earn their place behind the wheel at the Leamington garage. Miss Althea Litwinski. and Miss Alma Watkis have both been conductresses with the company for a number of years, and have now decided to exchange their ticket machines for the driving wheel. Miss Litwinski, of Avenue Road, Leamington, explained: "It is no joke. We are already doing a man's job conducting, so I do not see why we should not drive as well. "I have never driven anything before I have only ridden a bike but it does not worry me. There is no reason why women should not be every bit as good as men." Miss Watkis, of Warwick Place, Leamington, agreed. "I am looking forward to driving. Once we have got through the six-week course we will be a match for any man." They admitted they had taken some good-humoured bante

The Empress of Canada seen here leaving the River Mersey on her maiden voyage.27th April 1961 (b/w photo)
The Empress of Canada seen here leaving the River Mersey on her maiden voyage.27th April 1961 (b/w photo)

MPX5125820: The Empress of Canada seen here leaving the River Mersey on her maiden voyage.27th April 1961 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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The Empress of Canada seen here leaving the River Mersey on her maiden voyage.27th April 1961 (b/w photo)

Robert Askwith modelling a suit. 9th November 1978 (b/w photo)
Robert Askwith modelling a suit. 9th November 1978 (b/w photo)

MPX5125768: Robert Askwith modelling a suit. 9th November 1978 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Robert Askwith modelling a suit. 9th November 1978 (b/w photo)

Robin Askwith and cast filming 'Confessions from a holiday camp' on Hayling Island. Our Picture Shows: Robin Askwith relaxing on the backs six girls from the cast 24th March 1977 (b/w photo)
Robin Askwith and cast filming 'Confessions from a holiday camp' on Hayling Island. Our Picture Shows: Robin Askwith relaxing on the backs six girls from the cast 24th March 1977 (b/w photo)

MPX5125771: Robin Askwith and cast filming 'Confessions from a holiday camp' on Hayling Island. Our Picture Shows: Robin Askwith relaxing on the backs six girls from the cast 24th March 1977 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Robin Askwith and cast filming 'Confessions from a holiday camp' on Hayling Island. Our Picture Shows: Robin Askwith relaxing on the backs six girls from the cast 24th March 1977 (b/w photo)

Barbara Payton July 1952 Actress Pictured in her hotel room in London. 25th July 1952 (b/w photo)
Barbara Payton July 1952 Actress Pictured in her hotel room in London. 25th July 1952 (b/w photo)

MPX5125789: Barbara Payton July 1952 Actress Pictured in her hotel room in London. 25th July 1952 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Barbara Payton July 1952 Actress Pictured in her hotel room in London. 25th July 1952 (b/w photo)

Robin Knox-Johnson with his provisions he will take on his yacht 'Suhaili' when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968 (b/w photo)
Robin Knox-Johnson with his provisions he will take on his yacht 'Suhaili' when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968 (b/w photo)

MPX5125901: Robin Knox-Johnson with his provisions he will take on his yacht 'Suhaili' when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Robin Knox-Johnson with his provisions he will take on his yacht 'Suhaili' when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968 (b/w photo)

Barbara Payton July 1952 Actress Pictured in her hotel room in London. 25th July 1952 (b/w photo)
Barbara Payton July 1952 Actress Pictured in her hotel room in London. 25th July 1952 (b/w photo)

MPX5125934: Barbara Payton July 1952 Actress Pictured in her hotel room in London. 25th July 1952 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Barbara Payton July 1952 Actress Pictured in her hotel room in London. 25th July 1952 (b/w photo)

Model and tree doctor Geraldine Croft January 1976 (b/w photo)
Model and tree doctor Geraldine Croft January 1976 (b/w photo)

MPX5125861: Model and tree doctor Geraldine Croft January 1976 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Model and tree doctor Geraldine Croft January 1976 (b/w photo)

Robin Knox-Johnson with his provisions he will take on his yacht 'Suhaili' when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968 (b/w photo)
Robin Knox-Johnson with his provisions he will take on his yacht 'Suhaili' when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968 (b/w photo)

MPX5125964: Robin Knox-Johnson with his provisions he will take on his yacht 'Suhaili' when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Robin Knox-Johnson with his provisions he will take on his yacht 'Suhaili' when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968 (b/w photo)

Diana Ross and The Supremes November 1968 (b/w photo)
Diana Ross and The Supremes November 1968 (b/w photo)

MPX5125876: Diana Ross and The Supremes November 1968 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Diana Ross and The Supremes November 1968 (b/w photo)

Grange Albion Baseball Team, Cardiff 2nd July 1960 (b/w photo)
Grange Albion Baseball Team, Cardiff 2nd July 1960 (b/w photo)

MPX5125879: Grange Albion Baseball Team, Cardiff 2nd July 1960 (b/w photo) / Bridgeman Images

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Grange Albion Baseball Team, Cardiff 2nd July 1960 (b/w photo)


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