Trams in the Square

1920s

Trams in the Square

1920s

Am guessing this is post World War 1. Grandfather driving horse drawn tram in Cathedral Square. (John Stewart - lived in Perr Street, Riccarton). A steam driven tram is in the background. Outside Warners Hotel. The Press building behind.

Area: Central City / Cathedral Square

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