Historical information

Photo shows a cable tramways street signal box or alarm box that allowed crews to communicate with an engine house, so as to stop the cable in an emergency.

Significance

Demonstrates a photo showing a cable tram street signal box.

Physical description

Black and white print with note on the rear and remnants of adhesive tape.

Inscriptions & markings

In ink on the rear - "Alarm signal - Nicholson St / Latrobe St"