Historical information

Port of Portland Authority archives.

Physical description

A large crowd gathered to watch a large wooden barrel being discharged from a ship. It is being lifted by a crane and placed on a wide-load trailer.
Underexposed and faded print.

Inscriptions & markings

Front: (no inscriptions)
Back: October 1959 vessel 'Ixion' berthed to discharge a heavy lift for APML (Aust. Paper Manufacturers) (top, pencil)