The ‘Journal’ dug out some of the best adds from the 1950s and ‘70s
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Derry Journal 1976, Austins Department Store published an apology after closing their doors during a sale because of large crowds. The store, which was located on The Diamond in the city centre and was the oldest independant department store in the world before it closed in 2016.
2.
Derry Journal 1976, Hairite 1 issues an aplogy to all their clients after their premises was destroyed by a bomb. The premises at 21 Strand Road is now occupied by Browns in Town.
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In 1976, John Quinn, who was based in Renfrewshire, Scotland, advertised a case of whiskey for anyone who would sell him, or put him in touch with someone who would sell him land in Donegal.
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An experienced Diesel fitter was wanted with 'thorough knowledge of all Earth-Moving Equipment' in 1976