Significance

Yields information abut the official opening of the Ballarat Electric tramway system and the people involved, including how they were dressed for the occasion. Note the American flag on the tramcar.

Physical description

Framed Black and white photograph of the opening of the Ballarat Tramway ESCo electric System. Ballarat Mayor Cr Barker under the guidance of Mr George Laurens drove the tram - No. 1.



See Reg Item 4459 for the high quality digital scan.



Frame - wood, gold and black lining, non reflective glass, with card back and white tape and a hanging string on the rear.