Photograph - City Road South Melbourne cable tram engine house, 1960s

Historical information

Photos shows the exterior of the former cable tram engine house at 357 City Road South Melbourne. It operated from 1890 to 1937. At the time the building was occupied by A P Sutherland, tyre retreaders. Has an advert for Michelin tyres. Photo early 1960s based on the motor vehicles, photographer unknown. Following a fire in the building it was redeveloped as offices with the facade remaining in position.

Significance

Yields information about the appearance the former South Melbourne cable tram engine house.

Physical description

Black and white print with a plain back.

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