Historical information

The receipt documents a mid 20th century property related transaction in Glenroy, reflecting suburban development practices and private agreements relating to access rights.

Significance

This receipt provides documentary evidence of local land use arrangements and commercial activity in Glenroy during the 1950s, contributing to an understanding of suburban development and legal practices at the time.

Physical description

Paper receipt, blue text on light paper, with handwritten annotations on recto and verso.

Inscriptions & markings

(Location: printed and handwritten text on recto; additional markings verso): “Copy of Receipt”/“J. & H. Safstrom Pty. Ltd.”/“6–8 Post Office Place, Glenroy, 3046”/“14.2.56”/“Received … the sum of £100 (pounds)”/“Being payment in full for right of Carriageway at rear of Belair Ave.”/“Receipt No. 648”