 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Date: 1905 -
Description: The official opening of Breakwater jetty and the and new wharf at Stanley, Tasmania in 1905. Large crowd gathered near flags awaiting the arrival of the steamship 'Kawatiri' seen in the choppy sea. Sir Gerald Strickland the Governor of Tasmania travelled to Circular Head to perform the opening and to cut the ribbon across the approach to the breakwater. Format: Pictorial and artistic works Object: photographs Titles: The steamship 'Kawatiri' arriving in port during the opening of the Breakwater jetty at Stanley, Tasmania Subjects: wharves; steamships; openings (events) People/Orgs: Strickland, Gerald Sir; Kawatiri (Vessel) Places: Stanley, Tasmania Institution: Circular Head Heritage Centre Object number: CHH_00093 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Circular Head Heritage Centre. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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