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memories of a previous century

I love the physical reminders of Fitzroy’s industrial past, like this chimney near Cremorne St, John St and Moor St.

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One Response to “memories of a previous century”

John Says:
December 30th, 2008 at 2:27 pm
snap: http://www.flickr.com/photos/johncarney/101062694/

I used to live in Garfield St. It was a great location.

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