By 1971 the average National UK wage (for men) was Â£28 per week. Based on a 40 hour week and post decimalisation Bitter at 12.5p / pint One hour's work would buy 5.6 pints.
springer spaniel. n. 1. (Breeds) either of two breeds of large quick-moving spaniels bred to spring game, having a slightly domed head and ears of medium length. The English springer spaniel is the larger and can be of various colours; the Welsh springer spaniel is always a rich red and white. n.
The natural look of a Springer is that of a medium size, shaggy dog, usually with some dirt and weeds clinging to his tousled coat. His esthetics are those of an unmade bed. The true beauty of the Springer lies in his character, not in his appearance.