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Although bingo halls are a fairly new invention, the game itself
is a lot older, dating back to the 16th century. Right from the
start it was used for gambling purposes, but it also saw use as an
educational tool.
Traditionally played at the seaside,
where there was always a funfair.
Bingo, a game associated with the cheap
and cheerful mass entertainment of the post-war austerity period,
peaked in 1974, with almost 2,000 clubs nationwide. While some brits
still shout "House" when they have a full house, quite a lot play
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