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The brigades are back
"The brigades are back: Members of two Construction Brigades returned to Jamaica on September 8 and immediately displayed a banner they bought back from Cuba, made by the first brigade which went to that country in 1975. It reads: ''The first…
Wayside art exhibition
"Wayside art exhibition Commonwealth Youth Leaders had a break on Sunday for touring and shopping. This craft vendor in Falmouth rose to the occasion with this arresting display on the bonnet and windscreen of his car."
Handicraft exhibition at the Casa de Las Americas Gallery in Havana, Cuba
"Handicraft from Jamaica which were part of the Caribbean Folk Handicraft Exhibition at the Casa de Las Americas Gallery in Havana, Cuba during CARIFESTA July 16-22."
Students completing school work
Grade four students completing their Mathematics work in class.
Tonya Wilson receiving plaque
"Happy winners: Tonya Wilson, a pupil of Mona Prep School, receiving, on behalf on her school the Dr. Karl Wilson-James trophy from donor, at the Institute of Jamaica, recently. Behind her is Sarah Gabbadon, another pupil of the school.
'Art in Prep Schools' Exhibition winners
"Proud winners in the "Art in Prep. Schools" Exhibition recently held at the Institute of Jamaica, displaying their prizes. With them is the donor of the shield - Dr. Karl Wilson-James. From left (back row) are: Sophia Little (Holy Childhood), Sarah…
Guests at the opening of the exhibition on disaster caused by Hurricane Allen
"Guests at the opening at the Exhibition on disaster caused by Hurricane Allen as they viewed exhibits on Monday, September 29, when the exhibition opened at the St. Ann Parish Library. The photographs, maps and charts to show the effects of…
Moscow Dance and Song Variety Troupe
"Grand finale: Members of the Song and Dance Variety group from the Soviet Union applaud at the end of a concert held at the Ward Theatre recently. Singer Alexandra Strelchenko (left) and dancer Yuri Sofiysky were giving a final performance."
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Lacovia, Bamboo Walk

Dirt road lined with bamboo trees on both sides. The area, between Middle Quarters and Lacovia, is known as Bamboo Avenue today.