But this foray into the Wigan Observer folder for pictures taken 50 years ago finds plenty of other news and features including awards, vintage views and a visit from a former Prime Minister.
10. RETRO - 1976
Pupils of St. David Haigh and Aspull CE Primary School on Copperas Lane in January 1976. Photo: Frank Orrell
11. RETRO
Harold Wilson, who had resigned as Prime Minister 4 days earlier, with wife Mary and officials at the English Schools Swimming International organised by local teachers at Wigan International Pool on Saturday 20th of March 1976. Photo: Frank Orrell
12. RETRO - 1976
A view looking up Millgate, centre, with Darlington Street and Horse Shoe Hotel on the right and Unilec Electronics and Wigan International Pool on the left in 1976. Photo: Frank Orrell
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