Our photographers through the decades have captured all aspects of city life, and the season of mince pies and mistletoe is no exception. Please get in touch to share your old photos and stories by emailing ann.fotheringham@glasgowtimes.co.uk or writing to Ann Fotheringham, Glasgow Times, 125 Fullarton Drive, Glasgow G32 8FG. (Image: Newsquest)IN November 1961, decorations went up on Buchanan Street – our picture shows the famous Glasgow thoroughfare long before its pedestrianisation. “Eight smaller Christmas trees with lanterns are grouped around the 45ft Christmas tree supplied by the parks department.”READ NEXT: Lord Provost lends a hand for Christmas spectacularIn November 1963, Renfield Street was sparkling as stunning festive lights adorned the lamp-posts and buildings. The Evening Times had some good advice for parents doing some toy shopping for the kids – “automation” was the key that year.

Source: The Times November 22, 2024 12:05 UTC