Newspaper, The Courier Ballarat, "Trolley Buses", 1949

Significance

Has a strong association with Wal Jack, and his views for modern tramcars in Ballarat, rather than trolley buses.

Physical description

Letter to the Editor of the Courier, 29-9-1949, written by Wal Jack, titled "Trolley Buses" about the possible introduction of trolley buses into Ballarat the modern PCC trams should be used instead. Notes Fort Wayne's issue with roads and buses and the poor nature of Mt Pleasant Roads due to mining underneath. He also congratulates Mr Farr of the SEC and employees on operating the Ballarat system.
Contained within Reg Item 5507 - Foolscap binder with green covers, black binding edge and metal clips.

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