Historical information
The postcard shows a view just west of the intersection of Collines & Swanston St., looking east. The Melbourne Town Hall, Scots’ Church, and the Victorian Government Tourist Bureau are all visible. A cable tram is visible at the intersection.
Significance
Depicts cityscape of the 1910s in the City of Melbourne, including cable trams and key landmarks.
Physical description
Colour Postcard
Inscriptions & markings
“POST CARD,” “R.E.M. Series.,” and “Printed in Saxony.” on reverse.
1913 Australian Postage 1-penny stamp, ink stamp with “-3SE13 2.0P” on reverse.
