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PHOTOGRAPH: SLAB-MAKING FACTORY, SUBIACO - MARKET SQUARE

c. 1938
Overview

The photograph shows the slab-making factory which was established by the Subiaco Council in 1935 and functioned until 1965. The plant formed part of the Axon Street depot located on the eastern most area of Market Square. Details are attached and in Reference File. It shows a number of workmen involved in various aspects of slab making in a large open shed with corrugated iron roof.

Historical information

Background notes are attached.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-43-1988.336
Item type
Width
520 mm
Height or length
390 mm
Inscriptions and markings

Illustrations Ltd, Perth

Year
Statement of significance

Local manufacturing history.
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Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
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