The shed in the foreground was used for storing Bales of straw and were strategically placed around the various Wharves. I heard whispers that same beds of straw were used for bedding down local "not" virgins and other sundry bodies.The City Boat would appear to be City of Manchester...maybe the TAINUI at #3 and a Tanker at Oil Wharf.I think it would be possible to ID some of the vehicles especially the Truck...pretty sure I know who operated same. Note Wahine is dressed.Also that whatever was the reason it did not affect the crowd of the City boat who are all hanging over the stern happily painting their wee hearts out. Good photo. KPC
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