Historical information

The photo shows W class tram 386, running through Royal Park track. The tram entered service on 21/12/1925. Photo c1926. The line through Royal Park was opened on 19/7/1925. It would appear given the destination of Special and a man leaning out of the back of the tram that they are testing either the tram or the track.

Significance

Yields information about W class tram 386 and the Royal Park line c1926.

Physical description

Black and white photo with “The Argus” stamp and “Royal Park” handwriting on reverse.

Inscriptions & markings

“‘The Argus,’ Melbourne, Photo” stamp and “Royal Park” handwriting on reverse.