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Why do Essex supermarkets have clocks?
From sundials to microwaves and smartphones to cars, we've been measuring time for centuries.
But did you know that many Essex supermarkets have a clock tower?
The design trend goes back to the 1970s and began with a store in South Woodham Ferrers.
Essex film maker Chris Spargo has been investigating...
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