Historical information

The photograph shows T class tram No. 178 at the 1924-1925 terminus of Swanston St at Lonsdale St. In the background, a cable tram set with trailer 221 can seen turning into Swanston St. An inspector is observing operations.

Significance

Yields information about the first stage of the conversion of Swanston St from Queensberry St to Lonsdale St in April 1924 and the use of T class trams.

Physical description

Black and White photograph with photographer's stamp on the rear.

Inscriptions & markings

Stamp of Lee A Ratten with "MMTB 178, Swanston St, 16 Sept. 1925, 4 wheel combination car" written in.