Historical information

Destination roll used at the MMTB Footscray depot. Has stencil words "STOP" on top and bottom, stencilled miniature destinations on rear to assist drivers to locate the destination. Letters are 146 high. Roll consists of a unpainted section, 520 long at top, 2280 long painted section and a 1500 long unpainted section at base. Has been rolled using a 16 diameter wooden dowel - 925 long.
Destinations in order from top are: DEPOT; WILLIAMSTOWN RD; RAILWAY STATION; RUSSELL ST; BALLARAT RD; SPECIAL; FOOTBALL GROUND; EXPLOSIVES FACTORY; ORDANCE FTY; AUNITION FACTORY; PYROTECHNIC FACTORY; CITY VIA HAYMARKET. This roll was not marked with the Destination of "DESTINATION E" which indicates it is post World War 2. See item 10600 for a copy with Destination E marked on.

Significance

Demonstrates a Footscray Tram Depot destination roll.

Physical description

Destination roll - white lettering on black background, painted on bookbinder's cloth or fabric. Has unpainted sections at either end.