Significance

Shows views of the Ballarat CBD and nearby features in the 1930's and 1940's of views of Ballarat, including some trams in the photographs.

Demonstrates production of souvenirs of the era - folded postcards. The photos could also be used for individual postcards.

Physical description

Set of 9 black and white views of Ballarat printed on a folded strip, glued within a blue colour light weight cardboard folder, titled "Ballarat Photographic Booklet". Booklet printed with an address area with title and kookaburras. Produced by The Valentine Publishing Co. Pty Ltd Melbourne & Sydney The rear has a slit on the rear cover that allowed the folder to be secured.



Pictures are:

1. Panorama from Sturt Street, looking up Bridge St

2. City Hall

3. The Avenue of Honour (14 Miles Long)

4. Lake Wendouree

5. King George V. Memorial

6. The Pergola, Botanical Gardens

7. Eureka Stockade

8. Lydiard Street, showing Craig's Hotel

9. Sturt Street, Ballarat.



Made during 1940, with photographs of the 1930's as well given motor cars in the photo. Has a date of "5/10/1951" on the front cover in ink.

Inscriptions & markings

Has a date of "5/10/1951" on the front cover in ink.