Oak Bay Archives

Photo Title: Public Works Crew Clear Street Car Tracks of Snow at Newport and Windsor in 1916

Description:
Oak Bay Public Works crew, aided by the municipal horse team, clear the tracks at the Oak Bay Street Car terminus, near the corner of Newport and Windsor Road. Over 50 cm of snow accumulated on the streets of Oak Bay during the great storm of February 2, 1916. Public Works Superintendent Samuel Gunter on the right.  Oak Bay Hotel in background, far right. [streetcar, tram]
Photo Number: 1994-001-022
Date: 1916
Subject:
Environment, Public Works, Streets and Streetscapes, Transportation, WW1