Idyllic Memories of Gibraltar Point
Source: Skegness News 28th February 1988
Photos: supplied by Mr John Holland
Skegness man John Holland has come up with an intriguing portfolio of rare photographs of Gibraltar Point as it was.
Although the history of Skegness itself is well documented, little is known of Gibraltar Point – particularly in the early part of this century.
Mr Holland has [...]
Jolly Fisherman in Hamlet Cigar Advert
News article review and historical research:
A shocking story in today’s climate of smoking being classed as antisocial behaviour. The newspaper reports in quite a matter-of-fact manner, the use of the famous Skegness mascot, the Jolly Fisherman to promote a brand of cigars.
The article reveals the fashion in advertising during the late 1980s, when it quotes [...]
