Historical information

View of the intersection of Sturt St and Lydiard St Nth with the Ballarat Post Office being the primary feature. Has an ESCo tram turning from Sturt St into Lydiard St. Shows the trackwork at this location and has several horse-drawn vehicles in the photograph. Would appear that Lydiard St north has either been watered or is being repaired.
On the rear is a message to friends of a lady keeping house on a farm (Coolaban) near Lubeck Vic. It is dated 29/10/1911.

Significance

Demonstrates postcard printing c1910 and has a strong association with the sender.

Physical description

Postcard - coloured, divided back, published by J. Ewins of Ballarat and printed in England.

Inscriptions & markings

See image 2 for the letter sent in 1911.