New Zealand - Palmerston North - Street Scene - Railway - 1920 - L Martin photo - Photo Postcard Format #t356 Palmerston North - A city in the North Island - Located in the eastern Manawatu Plains - Near the north bank of the Manawatu River - Early Palmerston North relied on public works and sawmilling. - The west coast railway was built in 1886, linking the town to Wellington - Palmerston North benefited from a booming pastoral farming industry. - Popular attractions include Te Manawa and several performing arts Reference: Wikipedia Video: Palmerston North railway yards 1960's Turitea Palmerston North railway yards in the 1960's and the Milson deviation opening. Great steam shots - distant views of the engine sheds and railway through the Square. Video courtesy of archivesnz. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IatB76IRMC4