Historical information

Trip slip to the value of 2d or two pence - punched by the cable tram conductor for record each fare received. The Bell punch recorded the number of times a hole was punched in the slip. They were used by the cable trams until the mid-1920s when they were phased out and replaced by "flimsy" paper tickets. Printed for the Tramway Board (1916 to 1919). Has space for 15 journeys on either side. On the up fare side, has space for name Line, Date, Badge, car, time of starting and signature if a student conductor. See item 7425 for other examples.

Significance

Demonstrates a Cable Tram tram Conductors record of the trips sold/fare collected.

Physical description

Printed card trip slip - manila coloured cards, printed on both sides, one with a small hole in the top. Five samples held, some have been punched or used.