1. In 1934, what culinary delight was invented at Kaelin's Tavern in Kentucky?
2. In 1935, which Italian was born, later to go on to be famous both as a solo artist and as part of a trio?
3. In 1948 what was first produced at Cowley (later to become an icon)?
4. In 1978, who was found dead in Sid Vicious's apartment?
5. In 1982, which couple's holiday on the island of Mustique was cut short because of excessive media attention?
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Would '2' be Pavarotti ? and '4' is Nancy Spurgen..? ..we dont have the Mercury..!
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2. is indeed Luciano Pavarotti (one of the Three Tenors with Jose Carreras and Placido Domingo)
4. was Nancy Spungen. Vicious was charged with her murder, but committed suicide before it came to court.
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| 1. In 1934, what culinary delight was invented at Kaelin's Tavern in Kentucky? 2. In 1935, which Italian was born, later to go on to be famous both as a solo artist and as part of a trio? 3. In 1948 what was first produced at Cowley (later to become an icon)? 4. In 1978, who was found dead in Sid Vicious's apartment? 5. In 1982, which couple's holiday on the island of Mustique was cut short because of excessive media attention? |
1). Kentucky Fried Chicken or KFC for those who struggle with long words
2). Luciano Pavorotti
3). That would be the 'Mini' Automobile that wasan idea by Sir Alex Issigoniss
4).Nancy Spungen
5).HRH Prince of Wales( Charles) & Princess Diana
| QUOTE (Prem Blue @ Oct 12 2003, 12:29 PM) |
| 1). Kentucky Fried Chicken or KFC for those who struggle with long words 2). Luciano Pavorotti 3). That would be the 'Mini' Automobile that wasan idea by Sir Alex Issigoniss 4).Nancy Spungen 5).HRH Prince of Wales( Charles) & Princess Diana |
1.
Not KFC. The 'Kentucky' thing was a bit of a red herring!2.
Pavarotti3.
Not the Mini! That came much later - late 50's I think!4.
5.
Not Charles and Diana, though you're obviously in the right area! The 'couple' we're looking for were together for a very short time!
3..Would that be the old Morris Oxford or Cowley,I think the Morris Minor was a bit later..or was it..?
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It was indeed the Morris Minor!
I'll have a crack at No.1 ..either the hot-dog or beefburger comes to mind.??
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I'll give you that one, Smithy!
(i'm too generous!)
According to the paper, it was the CHEESEBURGER
(i'm too generous!)
According to the paper, it was the CHEESEBURGER
Would no.5 be Princess Margaret ( gobshite) and Roddy La' well in ?
| QUOTE (Shamrock Blue @ Oct 12 2003, 03:33 PM) |
| Would no.5 be Princess Margaret ( gobshite) and Roddy La' well in ? |
Nope!
One of the 'younger generation'!
Was it Ginger Sarah and Helicopter boy ?
It was 'he', but twas not 'she' of the ginger locks!
Oh erm then must be Koo Stark ( why have I got this rubbish in my head ?)
dunno why, but you've certainly got the necessary rubbish in there, Sham!
Andy and Koo it was!
Quick Recap:
1. Cheeseburger
2. Pavarotti
3. Morris Minor
4. Nancy Spungen
5. Prince Andrew and Koo Stark
Andy and Koo it was!
Quick Recap:
1. Cheeseburger
2. Pavarotti
3. Morris Minor
4. Nancy Spungen
5. Prince Andrew and Koo Stark
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