Here are memories to transport you back almost half a century – is this the Sheffield you remember?
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1. Playing draughts
Volunteer playing draughts at a youth club in the Foxhill area in 1973 Photo: submitted

2. For one night only
Stan Kenton and his orchestra did a one night stand at the fiesta, Sheffield, in February 1973 Photo: submitted

3. Strike a pose
Competitors at a "Gurning" contest in Thrybergh, Roterham February 1973 Photo: ©Sheffield Newspapers Ltd

4. Abbyedale Road
Traffic congestion on Abbyedale Road, April 1973 Photo: ©Sheffield Newspapers Ltd
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