A.A 2lb bag of sugar cost 28p in 1975 due to shortages. Inflation was a whopping 24.2%. The average industrial wage for a man was £53 a wk & £27 for women.
Q.Who famously bought a baby elephant from harrods?
A.In 1975 the future US President, Ronald Reagan, bought a baby elephant called Gertie at Harrods. She didn't fit into any of their green carrier bags.
Q.How many calories does a 30g bag of Frazzles have?
A.A 30 gram bag of Frazzles contains 145 calories. Frazzles were launched in 1975 under the Smiths brand name, but are now under the Walkers brand name.
Q.How much were everyday items on 9th july 1948? Ie bread milk beer
A.In 1948 a loaf of bread cost around 3p. Six eggs cost 11p, a pint of milk 2p, 1lb sugar 3p, loose tea 5p and a daily newspaper would cost 1p.