Black and white photograph of CW5 684, route 70 outbound in Batman Ave. Ray Pearson's photo listing dates the photo as 1937. The CW5 tramcar was effectively a W5 tram using Brill 22E bogies or trucks as an economy measure during the mid-1930s. The trams were underpowered, with MMTB No. 15 bogies being fitted in 1956. Most of the louver sashes have been lifted, indicating a hot day.Yields information about a CW5 class tram and its fitment at the time with Brill 22E trucks.Black and white print with adhesive marks and photographers stamp on the rear.Has "R W O Pearson" stamp on the rear.tramways, tramcars, cw5 class, tram 684, route 70, mmtb, batman ave

Red based metal tin marked "Baird's Shortbread fingers", containing many MMTB paper tickets. Tin has a tartan pattern, metal lid. Tickets - both penny and decimal currency, paper flimsy, some have dates written on the back, some have been grouped using staples. Some multiple currency - e.g. 20c or 2/-. tickets themselves have not been sorted as such.trams, tramways, tickets, mmtb, decimal currency

Cardboard model, printed on a sheet of A4 200 gsm card of a W class tram in MMTB green and cream livery, produced for the National Australia Bank for personal loan advertising. Numbered 1123, has adverts for the bank. Has four holes and could be used as a pencil holder. Has been folded and formed into the model.trams, tramways, models, w class, mmtb, banking, marketing

Exercise or Mapping book - The Reding Universal Mapping book, blue front cover plain paper, holding tickets collected by Keith Stodden. Titled "Tickets". Tickets have been positioned using stamp hinges. Pages 1 to 13 - MMTB imperial, dual and decimal currency tram and bus tickers, including a Munitions workers fare concession certificate, Scholars Concession ticket, swimming, Adelaide. 14 - 15 - SEC and Brisbane tickets 16 - 17 - MTT Adelaide 18 - 24 - MMTB mixed and some railway card 25 - 26 - Sydney 26 - 28 - Hobart 29 - 30 - Mixed - MOTAT, Ferrymead, Brisbane, Hornibrook Highway Toll, 31 - 32- Melbourne Rail, mixed admission, VR Excess Fare 33 - 34 - SEC 35 - 36 - Dunedin 37 - 38 - Christchurch 39 - 41 - Wellington 42 - Auckland 43 - NZR rail 44 - MMTB 45 - 46 - MTT Adelaide, Tallahassee, St Claude 47 - 48 - Ballarat, Bendigo and TMSV 49 - MMTB 50 - TMSV, SPER 51 - Brisbane 52 - Parramatta Park (COTMA), Eurail pass 53 - Hong Kong, Melbourne rail, platform tickets, pram tickets, Begonia Festival car park, 54 - 55- Mixed - NZR, Wellington, 56 - Auckland 57 - 58 - AETM, Adelaide, 59 - 60 Adelaide, MMTB, Exhibition buildings car park, 61 - Radio receiving licence, mixed bus tricks, Ansett, TAA, 62 - cover - mixed - Ansett, TAA, Ballarat ESCo, Melbourne transport Pageant and MTA/The Mettrams, tramways, tickets, the met, mmtb, adelaide, sec, tmsv, sydney, buses

Tram originally built for The North Melbourne Electric Tramways and Lighting Co. (NMETL) in 1906 as a straight sill open cross bench tram. Photograph is of the tram body on an un-motored truck or wheel set and has been posed for an official MMTB photograph in 1925, soon after the workshops were completed. It shows the destination of "M River" for Maribyrnong River.Shows the only type of fully open cross bench tram operated by the MMTB. This style was popular as a summer tram in North America. Originally built by Brill (USA) in 1906 and assembled by Duncan and Fraser for the NMETL as Tram No. 14. Taken over by the MMTB in 1922 and given the number 215.Black and White photograph of V class 215 at Preston Workshops 1925.In ink on rear "V class"trams, tramways, v class, preston workshops, tram 215, nmetl, brill, mmtb, uniforms

Colour print, possibly from a Geoff Grant negative or slide, of MMTB 986 on the opening or commissioning trams in Bourke St, crossing Swanston St - 24/6/1955. See also Reg Item 1609 for other photos of the same day. Has Foys store in the background. Printed on Fujicolor paper. See also Reg Item 478.3 for the black and white image.mmtb, bourke st, swanston st, opening, commissioning, tram 986

Newspaper clipping from The Age, Thursday January 24, 1974 titled "Clang clang goes the trolley right into a glass case", about the positioning of the Museum of Victoria (at the time the Science Museum) cable car - grip and trailer into a glass case on the corner of Russell and Little Lonsdale St. Has a photo of a Nicholson St cable car. Notes the MMTB repair work.trams, tramways, mmtb, cable trams, museums, exhibitions

Set of two letters on quarto paper regarding an article to appear in the Feb. 25 issue of Modern Transport. .1 - Original of letter from D. R, Lamb, editor of Modern Transport magazine dated 30/12/1938 addressed to Mr. A. D Murdoch General Manager MMTB requesting an message of 1000 to 2000 words describing developments in the MMTB for publication in "Overseas Transport and Trade", showcasing British Industries for a forthcoming Fair. .2 - Response back from Lewis Russell Publicity Officer dated 13/1/1939, advising the death of Mr. Murdoch, enclosing a response of about 1500 words and asking for a copy to be sent to his brother Herbert Russell at The Times.Has an approved note from the Chairman H Bell.trams, tramways, london, reports, letters, mmtb, publicity, transport

Duplicated Gestener, form, on pink foolscap paper titled "Suggestions for Developing M&MTB Operations", produced by the AETA (Australian Electric Traction Association) to gather ideas or suggestions from members about MMTB operations - for tickets and schedules, access, rolling stock, track, miscellaneous and expansion. Asked for the page to be returned to the Secretary by 1/2/1981.trams, tramways, aeta, mmtb, surveys, operations, forms

Map - MMTB "Melbourne 1969" showing MMTB tram and bus routes and waterways, tram and bus depots and workshops printed on a light brown paper, prepared by R. W. Green (Robert) Shows the names of the various suburban termini.trams, tramways, map, tram routes, bus routes, depots

Ray Roberts commenced with the MMTB in 1961 at South Melbourne depot. Born at Reefton NZ. Worked as a connie for 33 years. This volume has many personal notes on his work, his colleagues and events that affected the tramways. Includes many photocopies of newspaper articles. At the rear has a item about the history of the South Melbourne tram depot. See also items 639 and 7272 for other versions and documents.Demonstrates a set of memories or memoirs of a Melbourne tram conductor and his 33 years of service.Black Comb bound volume, approx 140 pages, green covers, clear plastic sheets with many loose photocopied sheets.ray roberts, mmtb, south melbourne depot, memories, memoirs, trams, tramways, conductors

Three page research report titled "The Footscray Tramway Trust - 1917 - 1920", outlining the work of the FTT in setting up the tramway system in Footscray, its authorised routes, MMTB takeover, the trams it ordered, transformers, delays due to WW1, development during WW2 and its decline and closure of most of its routes.trams, tramways, footscray, footscray depot, ftt, mmtb, world war 1, world war 2

Uniform tie - brown cloth with a gloss finish, non-cotton material, cut and sewn to give a tie for staff. MMTB brown uniform c1975? Made by Austico in Australia with the label on rear. The first portion of the tie has a cut cardboard sheet to keep the tie's shape prior to use. Image i2 shows the material image better than i1 due to scanning issues.trams, tramways, mmtb, clothing, tie, uniforms

Letter on foolscap paper, typed on State of Victoria letterhead from the Premier R. J. Hamer to Mr. W. Aird, MMTB thanking the Board for its work on arrangements for the visit of the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh for the Jubilee year of her accession. Notes the work of Mr. N. Elliott. Dated 29/3/1977. Signed by R. J. Hamer as Premier. Has the received stamp of 30 March 1977 and the Chairman's stamp of the same date.trams, tramways, royal visit, victorian government, mmtb

Stamped metal uniform badge for MMTB Depot starters. Tramways Board logo at top of badge in silver finish, the words "DEPOT STARTER" and the scroll outline in brass or gold colour. The enamel finish within the scroll work also finished in royal blue. On rear badge in brass/gold finish, with word "RG LUKE MELB" stamped into . Two metal rings were soldiered onto the rear of the badge, but have been removed.trams, tramways, badges, depot starter, mmtb

Black and white photograph of MMTB SW6 896 at South Melbourne depot. Photographed on the fan, looking at the depot building. Has route number "68" visible. On the sides has two advertisements for TAA (Trans Australian Airlines) - "TAA Airmanship" and "Fly TAA the friendly way". Trams have trolley wheels. Indicates possibly early 1960's?.On the rear in pencil "Melbourne"trams, tramways, mmtb, south melbourne depot, sw6 class, taa, tram 896

Duplicated notice printed on foolscap paper titled "Double Deck Bus (AT 220) for War Loan Rally at Northcote, Thursday 21st October 1943", MMTB, issued 18/10/1943, signed by W. Simpson Assistant Manager. Gives details of a service to pick up and transport the Vic L of C. Military Band for a War Loan Rally.Has "M. Starry" ?? in ink top left hand corner.trams, tramways, mmtb, world war 2, bands, double deck buses, buses

Provides a detail description of the Z class tram for Melbourne, its components and who made them. Includes information on the role taken by Comeng Victoria, Comeng NSW, MMTB, ASEA. Gives a detail description of the body, traction equipment, auxiliary equipment, conductor controls, ventilation, destination equipment, safety features and a detailed data sheet including performance.Yields information about the manufacture of the Z class trams and the specifications.Document - 13 foolscap pages, titled New "Z class" trams for Melbourne giving engineering details of the then new Z class trams for Melbourne.trams, tramways, new trams, comeng, z class, commonwealth engineering, mmtb, asea, design of new trams, specifications

Photographs show X1 461 when new and men boarding or leaving the tramcar to illustrate the step height. The photos show a driver in position and the MMTB 2B Truck. The tram has the destination of depot. The tram entered service early Sept. 1926. Photographed at Hanna St South Melbourne depot. Note also the Driver's uniform of the day. See item 7401 for an internal photograph.Yields information about the X1 class tramcar when new.Set of tthree Black and White photographsOn the rear has the stamp of G J Fraser of 154 Little Collins Street Melbourne.tramcars, x1 class, tram 461, new tramcars, mmtb, hanna st depot, south melbourne, unifoms, trams

Black and white photograph of Bendigo 7 and 19 at Charing Cross, with the end of a Bogie tram in the background. Bendigo 19 has destination of "Nth Bendigo", 7 of "Golden Square". Both trams have the large white strip under the dash canopy lighting. In background is a driver and conductor walking towards 19. Tram 19 has two large SEC roof ads. Taken 30-8-1969. On Kodak paper.On rear in black biro "Bendigo 19 at the Fountain, 30-8-69 / Ex 185 MMTB"trams, tramways, bendigo, pall mall, charing cross , tram 19, 7

Black and white photograph of Bendigo 3 at Charing Cross, with the Fountain in left hand edge of photograph. Photo shows the curve from View St. into Pall Mall. Tram has "White Horse" whiskey ad and another ad on the drivers dash panel, an SEC roof ad on the rear of the tram and R.J.Conroy's Victa Mowers roof ad on the front of the tram. Conductor in a short sleeved shirt, is standing at front of tram talking to the driver. AMP and CML buildings in background. Tram has been fitted with dash canopy lighting, but not the enlarged white strip. Not dated.On rear in black biro "Bendigo No. 3 at the Fountain ' Ex Geelong 32, Ex 122 MMTB".trams, tramways, bendigo, charing cross , tram 3

Yields information about the appearance of SEC single truck trams during 1945 and a photograph of a tramcar that later ran in Bendigo. Has a strong association with Wal Jack.Black and white photograph of No. 25, at the depot, taken on 11/1/1945. Photo by Wal Jack - details on rear in his hand writing. Has part of depot building in background. Original negative scanned at hi res and image updated 1/6/2020.On rear in blue ink "No 25, Depot Ballarat / Jan 11th, 1945" and in brackets "ex MMTB".tramways, trams, depot, secv, tram 25

Photo of W2 429 at Glen Huntly Depot, c1960. Side on view. Has all the blinds drawn. Photo by Bob LilburnYields information about W2 429 at Glen Huntly Depot.Black and white photograph of W2 429 at Glenhuntly Depot, c1960. Side on view. Has all the blinds drawn. Photo by Bob LilburnHas on the rear in ink "MMTB 429 Glenhuntly Depot" and "Sold 11 July 1967 (Robinvale)"trams, tramways, w2 class, tram 429, glen huntly depot

Set of three black and white photographs of the Melbourne Zoo Horse tram. .1 - view of tram with horses, a conductor, and a well dressed family in front of the tram. Photo taken at the Sydney road terminus. Has the note under the photo "Zoo Horse Tram Mr Richardson of W. Brunswick, driver." .2 - Side of view of the horse tram - No. 42 with "Royal Park" on the side. .3 - View of the zoo terminus, from the rear of the tram with "Zoological Gardens" on the rear dash panel of the tram. The conductor appears to be applying the hand brake. Note the signage on the right side of the photo. Photos c1900 to 1910. 2nd copy of .2 and .3 added from the Keith Kings collection - 14-8-2021 - see also Reg Item 5993 for another copy.On the rear of .3 -"M. G. R? collection" On rear of 2nd copy of .2 is the MMTB Stamp.trams, tramways, horse trams, royal park, zoo tram, tram 42

The two trams originally built for the North Melbourne Electric Tramways and Lighting Co. without windscreens. Both trams have had their trolley poles removed and the bodies are awaiting disposal. Photo c1940. See also Reg item 5289 for another photo of these cars by Wal Jack and 5089 for 211 at a Men's Home in Arden St North Melbourne.Yields information about the U class trams awaiting disposal.Black and White photograph of - U211 and U209 at Preston Workshops.MMTB U 211(?) and U 209 (Derelict) Preston Workshops. RWO Pearson in ink on rear.tramways, trams, preston workshops, u class, trram 209, tram 211

Set of eight small silver MMTB Coat buttons with brass backs and hooks. Five of the buttons (approx. 16mm dia) are made by Stokes and Sons Melbourne and three by Buttons of Birmingham UK One of the button has a metal clip in the rear. Four large, one brass finished and three nickel silver buttons, 23mm dia. with brass backs and hooks. Two by Stokes and Sons and two by Buttons of Birmingham.trams, tramways, melbourne tramways, uniforms, buttons, mmtb

Report - photocopied on foolscap paper, about 35 pages, titled "An Investigation into the adoption of automated procedures for the preparation of crew duty rosters and timetables" Prepared by B. G. Cargill, dated 8/1/1973. Has a table of contents. Looks at the preparation of rosters, development of an automated system, proposed procedures, various outputs and has appendices. Outcome of this proposal not known. Not known if the author worked for the MMTB or this was an consultant proposal.trams, tramways, rosters, timetables, crews, mmtb

Black and white photograph of W3 662 at the corner of Brunswick Road (Holden St) and Lygon St with the Exchange Engines and MMTB substation in the background during a special tram tour, 9/2/1969. Photo by Chris Phillips. Showing Destination of St Kilda Junction. ARE Tour ex South Melbourne depot. Printed on Kodak Paper.On rear in red ink "W3 662 Holden St and Moreland Rd 9/2/69"trams, tramways, mmtb, special trams, holden st, brunswick rd, tram 662, w3 class

Negative No. 290 and colour print made by colour laser printer (stored in folder ) of the stained glass MMTB logo or seal on the saloon door of Q190, taken while at Camberwell depot on 7/5/1955. Photo by Geoff Grant. Envelope that was with the negative, notes as "1 of the very few that do exist." Hi res scan of negative and image updated 19/5/2020.trams, tramways, melbourne, mmtb, stained glass, logos, tram q190