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The London look in Clacton.
Go Ahead Group has replaced Hedingham's cream and red livery with a plain red livery (on the majority of double deckers seen in Clacton), as seen on Wright Eclipse Gemini bodied Volvo B7TL 527 in Clacton-on-Sea in May 2022. Despite my initial thoughts that this would make it easier to transfer buses straight out of London without the need for a repaint, it would appear that the former Go Ahead London WVL247 did carry a black skirt right until the end of its time in the capital, so at the very least has had a lower half repaint if nothing else.
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Clacton-on-Sea is the largest town in the Tendring peninsula and district in Essex, eastern England, and was founded as an urban district in 1871. It is a seaside resort that saw a peak of tourists in the summer months between the 1950s and 1970s.
The town's economy continues to rely significantly on entertainment and day-trip facilities and it is strong in the service sector, with a large retired population. The north-west part of the town has two business/industrial parks. In the wider district, agriculture and occupations connected to the Port of Harwich provide further employment.
For more information: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clacton-on-Sea
Clacton-On-Sea
Essex, England
June 26, 2012
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Clacton-on-Sea is the largest town in the Tendring peninsula and district in Essex, eastern England, and was founded as an urban district in 1871. It is a seaside resort that saw a peak of tourists in the summer months between the 1950s and 1970s.
The town's economy continues to rely significantly on entertainment and day-trip facilities and it is strong in the service sector, with a large retired population. The north-west part of the town has two business/industrial parks. In the wider district, agriculture and occupations connected to the Port of Harwich provide further employment.
For more information: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clacton-on-Sea
The Postcard
A postcard published by Coastal Cards Ltd. of Clacton-on-Sea. The artwork was by Trow.
The card was posted in Hastings, Sussex on Wednesday the 12th. July 1961 to:
Mr. Lacey,
51, Middle Park Avenue,
Eltham,
London S.E. 9.
The message on the divided back of the card was as follows:
"Dear Mr. Lacey,
Having a grand time, and
the weather has been great
up until now.
The children love the sea,
and we don't see them when
the tide is out.
Hope you are keeping well -
John sends his regards.
Best wishes,
Mr. & Mrs. Heath".
Trow
"Trow" has been claimed as the pseudonym of Frank Eric Smith, who was born in Salisbury on the 2nd. March 1908, and who lived most of his life in Dorset and Wiltshire. He died on the 5th. October 1985.
According to Smith's family, he drew many seaside postcards in the late 40's and early 50's, and derived his pseudonym from 'Trowbridge', the county town of Wiltshire.
However, Smith claimed to have stopped drawing in 1952, whilst new cards signed "Trow" continued to appear in large numbers until the late 1960's.
It seems that the cards prosecuted by the DPP for indecency in the 1950's were in fact drawn by Thomas Trow (1909-1971) of Stoke on Trent, whose address appears on the reverse of surviving artwork, as the Greyfriars Art Studio.
The Crash of ČSA Flight 511
So what else happened on the day that the card was posted?
Well, on the 12th. July 1961, ČSA Flight 511 crashed near Casablanca-Anfa Airport in Morocco. The 8 crew and 64 passengers who were on the Ilyushin II-18 were all killed. The flight had originated in Zurich.
The accident investigation determined that the crash resulted from a controlled flight into terrain, but the reason why the aircraft did this was never determined.
106 days earlier, on the 28th. March 1961, another Ilyushin Il-18 operating on the same flight, ČSA OK-511, crashed near Nuremberg, Germany, killing all 52 passengers and crew on board.
'Temptation'
Also on that day, the Number One chart hit in the UK was 'Temptation' by the Everly Brothers.
Their version was a re-working of the old standard that was first published in 1933, with music written by Nacio Herb Brown and lyrics by Arthur Freed.
The song was introduced by Bing Crosby in the 1933 film Going Hollywood. Crosby recorded the song with Lennie Hayton's orchestra on the 22nd. October 1933, and it reached the No. 3 spot in the charts during a 12-week stay.
The song was used in the film Singin' in the Rain (1952) and later in the 1983 musical based on the film.
The song is also prominently featured in Valerio Zurlini's Violent Summer (1959).
An interpretation was featured in the first episode of The Muppet Show, with Miss Piggy, four chickens, four frogs, and two male pigs being led by Kermit the Frog in the Muppet Glee Club.
The Everly Brothers
The Everly Brothers were an American country rock duo, known for steel-string acoustic guitar playing and close harmony singing.
Consisting of Isaac Donald "Don" Everly (born 1st. February 1937) and Phillip "Phil" Everly ( born 19th. January 1939), the duo combined elements of rock and roll with country and pop, becoming pioneers of country rock.
The duo was raised in a musical family, first appearing on radio singing along with their father Ike Everly and mother Margaret Everly as "The Everly Family" in the 1940's.
When the brothers were still in high school, they gained the attention of prominent Nashville musicians like Chet Atkins, who began to promote them for national attention.
They began writing and recording their own music in 1956, and their first hit song came in 1957, with "Bye Bye Love", written by Felice and Boudleaux Bryant. The song hit No. 1 in the spring of 1957, and additional hits followed through 1958, many of them written by the Bryants, including "Wake Up Little Susie", "All I Have to Do Is Dream", and "Problems".
In 1960, they signed with the major label Warner Bros. Records and recorded "Cathy's Clown", written by the brothers themselves, which was their biggest-selling single.
The brothers enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve in 1961, and their output dropped off, though additional hit singles continued through 1962, with "That's Old Fashioned (That's the Way Love Should Be)" being their last top-10 hit.
Long-simmering disputes with Wesley Rose, the CEO of Acuff-Rose Music which managed the group, a growing drug usage in the 1960's, as well as changing tastes in popular music, led to the brothers' decline in popularity in its native U.S.
However Don and Phil continued to release hit singles in the U.K. and Canada, and had many highly successful tours throughout the 1960's.
In the early 1970's, the brothers began releasing solo recordings, and in 1973 they officially broke up. Starting in 1983, the brothers got back together, and continued to perform periodically until Phil's death in 2014.
The brothers were highly influential on the music of the generation that followed it. Many of the top acts of the 1960's were heavily influenced by the close-harmony singing and acoustic guitar playing of the Everly Brothers, including the Beatles, the Beach Boys, the Bee Gees, and Simon & Garfunkel.
In 2015, Rolling Stone ranked the Everly Brothers No. 1 on its list of the 20 Greatest Duos of All Time.
They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as part of the inaugural class of 1986, and into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2001.
Don was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2019, earning the organization's first Iconic Riff Award for his distinctive rhythm guitar intro to the brothers' massive 1957 hit "Wake Up Little Susie".
The Deaths of the Everly Brothers
Phil Everly died at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Burbank, California, on the 3rd. January 2014, 16 days before his 75th. birthday, of lung disease.
Phil's widow Patti blamed her husband's death on his smoking habit, which caused him to develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and recounted Phil's spending his final years having to carry oxygen tanks with him wherever he went and taking 20 different types of medications per day.
Don Everly claimed in a 2014 interview with the Los Angeles Times that he had given up smoking in the late 1960's and that Phil had stopped too, but started again during their breakup and had continued until 2001.
Don said that weak lungs ran in the family, as their father, Ike, had died of black lung disease.
He admitted that he had lived "a very difficult life" with his brother, and that he and Phil had become estranged once again in later years, something that was mainly attributed to their vastly different views on politics and life.
Music was the one thing they shared closely, with Don saying:
"It's almost like we could read each
other's minds when we sang."
Don also stated that despite their differences, he had not gotten over Phil's death:
"I always thought about him every day,
even when we were not speaking to
each other. It still just shocks me that
he's gone."
Don added that he had always firmly believed he would die before his brother, because he was older. In a 2016 interview, Don said he was still coping with the loss of Phil, and that he had kept some of his brother's ashes in his home. He added that he would pick up the ashes every morning and say "Good Morning", while admitting that it was a peculiar ritual.
On August 21, 2021, Don Everly died at his home in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 84.
The Postcard
A postcard bearing no publisher's name that was posted in Clacton-on-Sea on Tuesday the 5th. June 1962 to:
Ms. A. Howes,
397, Davisville Avenue,
Toronto,
Ontario,
Canada.
The message on the divided back of the card was as follows:
"June 5th.
Dear Ms. Howes,
Having a lovely day.
Weather is grand.
Will be writing again
soon.
All our love,
Agnes, Em, Wendy
and Reg".
Clacton-on-Sea
Clacton-on-Sea is the largest town in the Tendring peninsula in Essex, England, and was founded as an urban district in the year 1871. It is a seaside resort that saw a peak of tourists in the summer months between the 1950's and the 1970's.
The town's economy continues to rely significantly on entertainment and day-trip facilities, and it is strong in the service sector, with a large retired population.
In 1936, Billy Butlin bought and refurbished the West Clacton Estate, an amusement park to the west of the town. He opened a new amusement park on the site in 1937, and then, a year later on the 11th. June 1938, opened the second of his holiday camps.
This location remained open until 1983 when, due to changing holiday tastes, Butlins decided to close the facility. It was then purchased by former managers of the camp who reopened it as a short-lived theme park, called Atlas Park. The land was then sold and redeveloped with housing.
The Significance of Black Cats
There are more black cats than any other color because the black gene is most dominant for felines.
Over the centuries, these dark, handsome, and friendly felines have been associated with cultural and historical myths, superstitions, and tales that make them either revered or feared.
Here are conflicting superstitions relating to black cats:
-- Black Cats Are Witches in Disguise
If you're spooked when you see a black cat, it’s probably from medieval folklore that continues to shroud the reputation of these dignified kitties. Black cats have long been associated with witches and witchcraft.
It's said that the story began when a black cat was seen running into a house thought to be inhabited by a witch. During the Middle Ages, black cats became equated with black magic.
Roaming nocturnal black cats were thought to be witches in disguise, witches' pets, or animal-shaped demons sent by witches to spy on humans.
From the early 13th. century in Europe through the 17th.-century Salem Witch Trials in Massachusetts, black cats were killed. Black cats have evolved into icons of anything related to witchcraft, especially during the Halloween season.
-- Black Cats Are Bad Luck
A black cat is also associated by some people with bad luck, and even death. This fear of black cats appears to stem from medieval times, when an animal with dark feathers or fur, including crows and ravens, signaled death.
In 16th.-century Italy, it was believed that death was imminent if a black cat would lay on someone's sickbed. In modern-day North America, negative connotations continue to haunt black cats: It’s considered bad luck if a black cat crosses your path, and good luck if a white cat crosses your path.
Another family member is bound to die if you spot a black cat during a funeral procession. And it's a bad omen if you see a black cat walking away from you.
Fortunately, all these ideas are just superstition.
-- Black Cats Are Good Luck
Black cats are also believed to bring good luck in many ways. In ancient Egypt, black cats were held in the highest esteem because they resembled Bastet, the cat-headed Egyptian goddess of home, fertility, and protection from disease.
Black cats are considered good luck in other parts of the globe as well. In Asia and the U.K., you're going to be lucky in life if you own a black cat. When British good luck postcards feature a cat, the cat is always black.
In Japan, you'll have luck in finding love if you spot a black cat.
In parts of England, a bride will have luck in her marriage if she receives a black cat as a gift.
In Europe, sailors will have a safe journey if they bring along a black cat on the ship.
In Scotland, you'll have coming prosperity if a black cat appears at your doorway or on your porch.
In France, something magical is about to happen if you see a black cat.
In other cultures around the world, it’s a sign of good luck if you dream about a black cat, see one walking towards you, or if you happen to find a stray white hair on its fur.
Sarah Jane Thomas
So what else happened on the day that the card was posted?
Well, the 5th. June 1962 marked the birth in London of Sarah Jane Thomas. She is a British actress who is best known for her television appearances as Enid Simmons in 'Worzel Gummidge' (1980), and as Glenda Wilkinson in 'Last of the Summer Wine' (1985–2010).
Nicko McBrain
The day also marked the birth of Michael Henry "Nicko" McBrain. He is an English musician and drummer of the British heavy metal band Iron Maiden, which he joined in 1982.
Having played in small pub bands from the age of 14, after leaving school Nicko paid his bills with session work before he joined a variety of artists, such as Streetwalkers, Pat Travers, and the French political band, Trust.
He joined Iron Maiden in time to debut on their fourth album (replacing Clive Burr), Piece of Mind (1983), and has remained with them since, contributing to a total of thirteen studio releases.
In August 2023 Nicko McBrain revealed that he was partially paralyzed when he suffered a stroke earlier in the year as he feared his “career was over.”
McBrain detailed his serious health struggles and said that he had experienced a transient ischaemic attack (TIA), also known as a mini stroke, in January. McBrain wrote in a message to fans on the band’s YouTube channel:
“It left me paralyzed on my right side
from my shoulder on down. Of course,
I was very worried that my career was
over,”
The English rocker underwent an intensive 10-week physical therapy program to regain his strength right before the band started rehearsals for the band’s “The Future Past Tour,” which started in June 2023.
McBrain said he bounced back to “somewhere near 70% recovered” as he praised his doctors, therapists, family and wife Rebecca.
Elvis Presley
Also on the 5th. June 1962, the Number One chart hit in the UK was 'Good Luck Charm' by Elvis Presley.
Week #52
52 in 2013
Theme: My own favourite shot taken in 2013
Taken on a day trip to Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, at the start of a long, hot summer.
This is my final photo for the 52 in 2013 group. I have now completed 3 years of 52 week group without missing one week. Whew!!
This feels like a good time to take a break...
Frühes 20. Jahrhundert, am Pier des englischen Badeortes Clacton-on-Sea.
Early 20th Century in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, England.
Clacton-On-Sea
Essex, England
June 26, 2012
Camera: Canon 5D Mark II
Lens: 16-35mm f/2.8L USM
HDR: Photmatix
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Wind farm in distance.
July 1, 2012.
Clacton-On-Sea, Essex, UK.
Camera: Canon 5D Mark II
Lens: 100mm f/2.8L macro IS USM
Post Process: Photomatix
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Clacton-On-Sea
Essex, England
June 26, 2012
Camera: Canon 5D Mark II
Lens: 16-35mm f/2.8L USM
HDR: Photmatix
IMG_1975
Clacton-On-Sea, Essex. UK
Camera: Canon 5D Mark II
Lens: 100mm f/2.8L macro IS USM
Post Process: Photomatix
IMG_2599
Martello Tower F is set within a dry moat and situated at the junction of Marine Parade West and Tower Road, overlooking the promenade and seafront to the west of Clacton Pier. Tower F is the only remaining moated example on the Essex coast, the others at Beacon Hill, St Osyth (B), Holland Haven (G) and Walton Cliffs (J) were demolished or destroyed by coastal erosion during the 19th century. Tower F has seen some significant alterations, particularly in the 20th century, but the structure remains substantially unchanged and still retains many details dating from the period of construction. The first floor entrance, to the north west, is still approached by the original cast iron footbridge which spans the ditch on three pairs of stilt-like legs. The section nearest the tower is designed as a drawbridge, capable of being raised to seal the entrance. One of the chains on the first-floor bridge remains in place, together with the slots and iron pulleys set into the head of the entrance passage. All four of the windows to this floor were framed and glazed during the 1960’s, although the apertures still retain some of the iron bars dating from 1818.
Built from vari-coloured brick, made at Grays in Essex, a stone parapet, rusticated stone dressings to 4 windows and a door at half height. Unlike the other Clacton Defence Towers this one had a moat, glacis and outer battery. The brick lined moat still survives, the wall being approximately 22ft 11in tall and the moat base 26ft 2in wide. Taking 4 years and built at a cost of approximately £5,000 the situation was considered too unhealthy and the garrison was stationed at Weeley. Erosion by sea has claimed the battery.
A timber-clad observation room, formally a coastguard lookout, stands above the forward gun embrasure, resting on a metal gantry with legs set into concrete blocks on the tower's roof. The ground floor of the tower is accessible via a modern passageway cut through the rear wall of a storage alcove on the south-west side. All the other alcoves and casemates remain largely unaltered and the lamp passage to the main magazine (on the seaward side) is particularly well preserved.
The east coast Martello Towers were built between 1808 and 1812, there were 29 built from St Osyth in Essex north-eastwards to Aldeburgh in Suffolk, and are named by Historic England in the same order from A to Z then AA to CC, so this is the sixth tower along. Just to confuse the issue the Ordnance Survey refer to this one as Tower No.6 on all their old mapping, but it's shown as No.8 on the latest Open Street Mapping. During World War One Tower F was commandeered as a Piquet Station for G Company of the 8th Battalion Essex Regiment. In the inter-war years the tower came into the hands of the local authority, and in 1931 the interior was opened as a museum. The museum was short lived as the tower was returned to military control during World War Two and thereafter leased to the Ministry of Defence. The interior remained in use by the Royal Naval Auxilliary Service (RNAS) until 1990. A children's' zoo was established around the tower in the 1970’s but closed in the late 1980's.
1N12 0817 London Liverpool Street to Clacton-on-Sea service seen departing Colchester station seen at 0919
Dirty sheds at the seaside with 3S60 0900 Stowmarket D.G.L to Stowmarket D.G.L RHTT service is seen in the platform at Clacton-on-Sea station at 1514.
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Alesha Jamaican Model On Location Photoshoot Clacton Pier Clacton-on-Sea Essex Seaside Town and Resort on an overcast day
Roger Staines commenced operation in Clacton-on-Sea with, as far as I know it, 1208MG, an ex-Rickards central entrance AEC Reliance, and 8750HA a rare Harrington bodied Bedford VAL14. A Ford-R226 - Duple, MDX383G came from the absorbed business of MJ Goodall of Ipswich who traded as Crusader Coaches, resulting in the above fleetname and livery, with joint owners Mick Goodall and Roger Staines and offices in Pier Avenue, Clacton on Sea. Modernisation continued with the purchase of several Seddon Pennine VI - Plaxton coaches from new and a Bristol LHL. In the mid 1970s two second hand 12 metre Leyland Leopards were added to the fleet with reduced 50 seat Plaxton Panorama III bodies, MJH275/6L They had previously operated with Ebdon of Sidcup. The former is seen here in Chelmsford in 1978.
Still based in Clacton on Sea, the present-day coaches of Crusader Holidays are somewhat different from the above.....
www.crusader-holidays.co.uk/DesktopDefault.aspx?ptabindex...
Tours offered today included a 9-day holiday to Zakopane in Poland. But a bit more expensive than the bargain basement belt and braces 99GBP trips of New Millennium Tours of Solihull from the 1990s. Roger Staines the founder died in 2001.
Hooks of Great Oakley and E.E. Pilbeam's Harwich & Dovercourt Coaches came under the Crusader Umbrella, with an intermediate Bordacoach subsidiary.
The communications mast stood atop the building of Marconi International Marine and welcomed coast-bound travellers to the traffic jams of the then Chelmsford bypass. Now the site is a car showroom and Chelmsford has a bypass bypass.
These early 1970s coaches are very appealing to me with their long sleek looks, in the same way that I loved the Tupolev and Ilyushin planes of eastern european airlines.
This coach, and 276 also stayed together for two more moves, into the fleet of Hedingham & District as L10x/x and then HAC Claireaux - Partridge Coaches - of Layham, Hadleigh, Suffolk. I wonder whether they were scrapped together?