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Lovetta Clarke
"Sunshine Girl Lovetta "Jackie" Clarke is a telephone operator who dreams of operating her own business - probably a boutique, as she loves fashions. Originally from Savanna-la-Mar, 18-year old Jackie came to Kingston in 1979 to attend the Jamaica…
Lovetta Clarke
"Lovetta (Jackie) Clarke says that what really makes the sun shine for her is seeing people happy - she just can't take it when those around her look drab and depressed. Originally from Sav-la-Mar, Jackie is a commercial student in Kingston, studying…
A farm showing banana and coconut trees
Banana, coconut and other trees and plants on a farm.
Tags: Banana trade - Jamaica; Farms - Jamaica; Palms; Trees
Jesus Ramos of Cuba and Hilariozapata of Panama in the boxing ring
"Right hook that missed the target: Jesus Ramos of Cuba, right, hurls a blow with perfect balancing at his elusive opponent, Hilario Zapata of Panama. Zapata, a dancing artist, won the fight in the Central American and Caribbean championships on…
Officers checking clothing
"Personal appearance is an important part of a B.B.'s training and these officers are checking various clothing of the boys before they dress for parade."
KSAC beautification programme along Tom Redcam Drive
"Beautification: The KSAC's beautification programme along Tom Redcam Drive had been set back by the recent drought. But with the coming of the rains and the water restrictions now lifted, the work is again in full swing. Here an Impact Programme…
UWI receives selection of books
"The UWI recently received a selection of books on education as a gift of the Ministry of Overseas Development of the UK. At the presentation from left are Mr. A.C. Jackman, First Secretary to the British High Commission, Prof. Aubrey Phillips, Dean…
Final touches to a pair of porcelain sake falcons
"The finishing touches are put to a pair of porcelain Saker falcons being made by a small company in the English Midlands, prior to their export to the Middle East.
The Saker falcon originated in Eastern Europe and Asia and, like the hawk and the…
The Saker falcon originated in Eastern Europe and Asia and, like the hawk and the…
Tags: Birds; Falcons; Porcelain animals; Saker falcon
Jamaica Baptist Federation of Women Festival
Pickles, condiments and other food and drink items being sold at the Jamaica Baptist Federation of Women (now Jamaica Baptist Women's Federation) Festival.
Lone fisherman, Delroy Lindo
"Lone fisherman: 16-year old Delroy Lindo often comes fishing on this lone rock on the north coast near Discovery Bay. He loves to catch, then fry the fish himself. He has been indulging in this pastime regularly since he left school last year. But…
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Portland Square and Cenotaph
The Portland Square bustling with activity. Also known as Market Square and Cenotaph Square by locals, the square features a cenotaph dedicated to the…
