The “innovations” of the 1970s are often the museum pieces of today. Take a look at the currency calculator which arrived at the Bank of Scotland in February 1977.
This selection of old photos drawn from the Evening News archive may bring back memories or give you a glimpse of life in Edinburgh from nearly 50 years ago. Enjoy.
5. Clearing the drains
A council worker clears the drains after flooding in Edinburgh in October 1977. | TSPL Photo: Stan Warburton
6. AA control centre
Radio operator Lynn Mcleod at the Automobile Association (AA) control centre in Melville Street Edinburgh, October 1977. | TSPL Photo: Alan Ledgerwood
7. West End water burst
A Water Board worker turning off the jet from a burst water main at the west end of Princes Street Edinburgh in May 1977. | TSPL Photo: Bill Stout
8. In the foundry
Men working at Bertram's iron foundry at Westfield in Edinburgh in April 1977. | TSPL Photo: Ian Brand