Historical information

Notice posted in tramcars by the Hawthorn Tramways Trust about the 1919 "Influenza Outbreak" and precautions passengers should take to prevent the spread. Advises that spitting or expectorating is forbidden on trams and that windows will be kept open as recommended by Health Authorities.

Significance

Yields information about the 1919 influenza outbreak in Melbourne.

Physical description

Notice or Pamphlet - printed on off white paper.