Nine pictures of South Tyneside in 1975 - see how life has changed in the borough
South Tyneside has changed so much over the years.
By Chris Cordner
Published 22nd May 2020, 06:00 BST
But there are always Shields Gazette photographs to give you a reminder of life in the area in times gone by.
Here is a reminder of South Tyneside in 1975, showing everything from a restaurant scene to a petrol station and shopping scenes to athletes setting off on a run.
It’s all here in our retro feature.
1. A shopping scene in November 1975
Hammonds and Johnson's in Frederick Street. Does this bring back memories? Photo: Shields Gazette
2. Selwood Garage at The Nook
Motorists using Selwood Garage in September 1975. Photo: Shields Gazette
3. Jackson the tailor
Did you love to get your clothes from Jackson the tailor? Photo: Shields Gazette
4. Dining out in 1975
Mr S R Amin, owner of the Raj Dulal restaurant in Ocean Road shows a diner the menu. Photo: Shields Gazette
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