Nine photos of South Shields and Jarrow shops and clubs as they looked 50 years ago

Goughs, Dicksons, Comet and Newlay are all shops which will bring back 1970s memories for South Tyneside people.

2nd Jan 2023, 4:10pm

It’s hard to believe that 50 years have passed since every one of these photos was taken by Shields Gazette photographers.

We think it is time to share them again as we start a new year.

We also have views of Club Zhivago, as well as the Jarrow shopping scene.

1. Checking the Newlay's window display

Ruth Baker, manageress of Newlay's in Frederick Street.

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The new Comet discount centre in Jarrow, pictured 50 years ago this month.

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The exterior of Reliable Upholsterers in October 1973.

Photo: Shields Gazette

Dicksons butchers shop in March 1973. Does this bring back memories?

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