Historical information

A number of buildings were demolished along the south side of Little Lonsdale Street between St Francis Street and Elizabeth Street for the construction of the new Monastery for the Blessed Sacrament Congregation including a former school building and Advocate Press building. Demolition of the Advocate begun 6 July 1937 and was completed by mid-August. Construction works for the Monastery began soon after and was officially opened by Archbishop Mannix on 1 May 1938.

Physical description

Elevated view from south-west corner of St Francis Church, across roof top towards the partially demolished Advocate Press Building. In background, Coop's Shot Tower to the left, State Library to the right.

Photographer unknown. Faded black and white photograph. Yellowing.