Photograph - SECV Geelong 18 in Pakington St Newtown, early 1950s early 1950s

Historical information

Photo of SECV Geelong No. 18 in Pakington St, outside the City of Newtown Chilwell Town Hall and fire station, with its watchtower. The tram has the destination of Chilwell, which requires it to swing out to its left. The track design was to avoid collisions with incoming cars from Newtown. Shows the overhead at this junction and the tram stop signs in the background. The tram has been fitted with tail lights, photo early 1950s. Photographer unknown.

Significance

Yields information about Geelong tram18, Pakington St and the junction between the Chilwell and Newtown tram lines.

Physical description

Black and white photograph with printers dates on the rear. Printed on AGFA paper.

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