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1911: The Start of Service for a Tramway System in Tasmania

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August 4, 1911                          Operations began for a tram system in the city of Launceston in Australia’s state of Tasmania. “The three tram cars in commission commenced to earn something towards their upkeep today,” reported the Tasmania-based North West Post. “It is estimated that between 3000 and 4000 passengers were carried.” A dozen days later, the... Continue Reading →
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1911: The Start of Service for a Tramway System in Tasmania

August 4, 1911                          Operations began for a tram system in the city of Launceston in Australia’s state of Tasmania. “The three tram cars in commission commenced to earn something towards their upkeep today,” reported the Tasmania-based North West Post. “It is estimated that between 3000 and 4000 passengers were carried.” A dozen days later, the... Continue Reading →

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