Regulars at Kirkcaldy’s Penny Farthing pub thought they were seeing double when they were ordering their drinks. The reason was identical twins Jan and Marion Duncan were working behind the bar. The twins, from Cawdor Crescent, Kirkcaldy, have been working for proprietor Joe Malone for several years. He recently took on cocktail bar manager Tony Marvin who struggled to tell them apart!Regulars at Kirkcaldy’s Penny Farthing pub thought they were seeing double when they were ordering their drinks. The reason was identical twins Jan and Marion Duncan were working behind the bar. The twins, from Cawdor Crescent, Kirkcaldy, have been working for proprietor Joe Malone for several years. He recently took on cocktail bar manager Tony Marvin who struggled to tell them apart!
Regulars at Kirkcaldy’s Penny Farthing pub thought they were seeing double when they were ordering their drinks. The reason was identical twins Jan and Marion Duncan were working behind the bar. The twins, from Cawdor Crescent, Kirkcaldy, have been working for proprietor Joe Malone for several years. He recently took on cocktail bar manager Tony Marvin who struggled to tell them apart!

These pictures from the Fife Free Press of 1977 will spark great memories

Allan Crow
By Allan Crow

Editor, Fife Free Press

Published 7th Jun 2022, 16:12 GMT
These pictures first appeared in the pages of the Fife Free Press in 1977.

They give a snapshot of the events which made the headlines – and the people at the hear of our stories.

They will also spark many memories among our readers.

Regulars at Kirkcaldy’s Penny Farthing pub thought they were seeing double when they were ordering their drinks. The reason was identical twins Jan and Marion Duncan were working behind the bar. The twins, from Cawdor Crescent, Kirkcaldy, have been working for proprietor Joe Malone for several years. He recently took on cocktail bar manager Tony Marvin who struggled to tell them apart!

. Memories of 1977

Regulars at Kirkcaldy’s Penny Farthing pub thought they were seeing double when they were ordering their drinks. The reason was identical twins Jan and Marion Duncan were working behind the bar. The twins, from Cawdor Crescent, Kirkcaldy, have been working for proprietor Joe Malone for several years. He recently took on cocktail bar manager Tony Marvin who struggled to tell them apart! Photo: Fife Free Press

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Mrs Maude Miller, wife of the Burntisland Golf House Club captain, donated a new trophy to the club for competition between girls whose parents are club members., The Francesa Margaret Trophy was named after her 16-year old daughter. The first winner, Katie Weir, is pictured receiving the silverware watched by some of the girls who competed. From left: Frances Miller, Katie Weir, Anne Ferguson,Valerie Wallace, Anne Smith, ladies captain Mrs Mary Wallace, and ladies’ vice-captain Mrs Jan Agnew. Front Lorna Kingsland and Anne Taylor.

. Memories of 1977

Mrs Maude Miller, wife of the Burntisland Golf House Club captain, donated a new trophy to the club for competition between girls whose parents are club members., The Francesa Margaret Trophy was named after her 16-year old daughter. The first winner, Katie Weir, is pictured receiving the silverware watched by some of the girls who competed. From left: Frances Miller, Katie Weir, Anne Ferguson,Valerie Wallace, Anne Smith, ladies captain Mrs Mary Wallace, and ladies’ vice-captain Mrs Jan Agnew. Front Lorna Kingsland and Anne Taylor. Photo: Fife Free Press

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Burntisland Civic Week culminated in a fantastic parade through the town. It featured many floats and groups, including these youngsters on their decorated bikes.

. Memories of 1977

Burntisland Civic Week culminated in a fantastic parade through the town. It featured many floats and groups, including these youngsters on their decorated bikes. Photo: Fife Free Press

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Fife Flyers were given a civic reception by Kirkcaldy District Council after a clean sweep of ice hockey’s honours. Councillor Robert King, convener, congratulated Lawrie Lovell, coach, and trainer John Grant. Gordon Latto was also presented with the Player of the Year award from the National Ice Hockey Association.

. Memories of 1977

Fife Flyers were given a civic reception by Kirkcaldy District Council after a clean sweep of ice hockey’s honours. Councillor Robert King, convener, congratulated Lawrie Lovell, coach, and trainer John Grant. Gordon Latto was also presented with the Player of the Year award from the National Ice Hockey Association. Photo: Fife Free Press

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Seventeen craft apprentices at AH McIntosh in Kirkcaldy were presented with their City & Guilds by R.W. Adams, managing director.

. Memories of 1977

Seventeen craft apprentices at AH McIntosh in Kirkcaldy were presented with their City & Guilds by R.W. Adams, managing director. Photo: Fife Free Pres

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Winners of the Burntisland Bonnie Babies competition gathered for this photo-call. They were (from left) Mrs Catherine Reid with Gwen, runner-up under six months; Mrs Velma Bowman with George, winner under six months. At the rear are Mrs Marilyn Hughes with Callum, winner of 6-12 months; Mr Robert Napier with Douglas, runner-up; Mrs Susan Thornton with Samantha runner up in the 1-2 years; Mrs Sheena Anderson with Moray, winner of the 1-2 category.

. Memories of 1977

Winners of the Burntisland Bonnie Babies competition gathered for this photo-call. They were (from left) Mrs Catherine Reid with Gwen, runner-up under six months; Mrs Velma Bowman with George, winner under six months. At the rear are Mrs Marilyn Hughes with Callum, winner of 6-12 months; Mr Robert Napier with Douglas, runner-up; Mrs Susan Thornton with Samantha runner up in the 1-2 years; Mrs Sheena Anderson with Moray, winner of the 1-2 category. Photo: Fife Free Press

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Mrs Maude Miller, wife of the Burntisland Golf House Club captain, donated a new trophy to the club for competition between girls whose parents are club members., The Francesa Margaret Trophy was named after her 16-year old daughter. The first winner, Katie Weir, is pictured receiving the silverware watched by some of the girls who competed. From left: Frances Miller, Katie Weir, Anne Ferguson,Valerie Wallace, Anne Smith, ladies captain Mrs Mary Wallace, and ladies’ vice-captain Mrs Jan Agnew. Front Lorna Kingsland and Anne Taylor.

1. Memories of 1977

Mrs Maude Miller, wife of the Burntisland Golf House Club captain, donated a new trophy to the club for competition between girls whose parents are club members., The Francesa Margaret Trophy was named after her 16-year old daughter. The first winner, Katie Weir, is pictured receiving the silverware watched by some of the girls who competed. From left: Frances Miller, Katie Weir, Anne Ferguson,Valerie Wallace, Anne Smith, ladies captain Mrs Mary Wallace, and ladies’ vice-captain Mrs Jan Agnew. Front Lorna Kingsland and Anne Taylor. Photo: Fife Free Press

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Burntisland Civic Week culminated in a fantastic parade through the town. It featured many floats and groups, including these youngsters on their decorated bikes.

2. Memories of 1977

Burntisland Civic Week culminated in a fantastic parade through the town. It featured many floats and groups, including these youngsters on their decorated bikes. Photo: Fife Free Press

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Fife Flyers were given a civic reception by Kirkcaldy District Council after a clean sweep of ice hockey’s honours. Councillor Robert King, convener, congratulated Lawrie Lovell, coach, and trainer John Grant. Gordon Latto was also presented with the Player of the Year award from the National Ice Hockey Association.

3. Memories of 1977

Fife Flyers were given a civic reception by Kirkcaldy District Council after a clean sweep of ice hockey’s honours. Councillor Robert King, convener, congratulated Lawrie Lovell, coach, and trainer John Grant. Gordon Latto was also presented with the Player of the Year award from the National Ice Hockey Association. Photo: Fife Free Press

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Seventeen craft apprentices at AH McIntosh in Kirkcaldy were presented with their City & Guilds by R.W. Adams, managing director.

4. Memories of 1977

Seventeen craft apprentices at AH McIntosh in Kirkcaldy were presented with their City & Guilds by R.W. Adams, managing director. Photo: Fife Free Pres

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