Here we look back at some Oxford Mail archive photos from 1981, the year of Prince Charles and Diana’s wedding.
Traffic wardens were busy on the city’s streets and May queens were a popular feature at village fairs and fetes.
Christian players caused a stir when they performed a play in the street.
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They were a puzzling sight for residents as they crowded around a car in Jericho in full religious dress.
The ancient feud between Egyptians and Hebrews was re-lived at St Barnabas’ Church.
The vehicle proved to be a convenient resting place for the cast of Christopher Fry’s religious drama The Firstborn.
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The group had been started by two Oriel College undergraduates.
They also performed at Cathedrals in Coventry, Leicester, Peterborough and Derby.
Vivian Ramsey said: “While on tour, we shall be sleeping in church halls and each member will pay for his or her own meals.”
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This story was written by Andy Ffrench, he joined the team more than 20 years ago and now covers community news across Oxfordshire.
Get in touch with him by emailing: Andy.ffrench@newsquest.co.uk
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