Historical information

Colour photograph of SEC Ballarat Bogie trams 43 and 34 crossing at the Russell or Murray St. Loops in Sturt St. West. Tram 43 inbound, showing destination "CITY". Tram 34, outbound, has an auxiliary board. Both trams fitted with large reflective triangles. Taken prior to fitting dash canopy lights. Photo taken mid to late 1950's (43 ex Geelong in 1956 and dash canopy lights fitted early 1960's. See item 9364 for a large format black and white print of this photo.

Significance

Yields information about the use of trams 43 & 34 during the mid 1950s.

Physical description

Colour print has a serrated edge. High gloss surface both sides of print.
Image is going brownish - greens appear to be darkening out.

Inscriptions & markings

Stamped on rear - fading - "Ansco ?? / P.M. Colour Finishing Service"