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Shoppers browsing the dairy counter at a newly opened self service food store in North
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Shoppers browsing the dairy counter at a newly opened self service food store in North
Shoppers browsing the dairy counter at a newly opened self service food store in North London. 14th November 1958
Staff
Daily Herald
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21569142
© Mirrorpix
Bags Basket Cheese Dairy Eggs Housewives Pensioner Retail Shop Supermarket Trolly
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the bustling aisles of a newly opened self-service food store in North London, captured on a crisp November day in 1958. This print from Memory Lane Prints transports us to an era when shopping was a hands-on experience, filled with anticipation and discovery. In this snapshot of everyday life, shoppers of all ages can be seen engrossed in their dairy counter selections. Housewives meticulously inspect cheeses while pensioners exchange friendly banter over eggs. Men and women alike navigate the aisles with bags and baskets in tow, carefully selecting items for their homes. The atmosphere is alive with activity as customers push trolleys laden with groceries through the store's spacious layout. The convenience of self-service empowers individuals to browse at their own pace, exploring an array of fresh produce and household essentials. Amidst this vibrant scene, it's impossible not to notice the subtle signs of the times – men casually smoking cigarettes as they peruse shelves stocked high with goods. This charming glimpse into retail history reminds us how societal norms have evolved over decades. This remarkable photograph encapsulates both nostalgia for simpler times and admiration for progress made since then. It serves as a testament to the enduring nature of supermarkets as integral pillars within our communities.
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