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Lower Yates Street (1859) the business hub of Victoria

wide dirt street lined on both sides with businesses, constructed of wood and brick of various lengths and heights and roof types. People are walking or standing at storefronts, horses and carts travel the streets.

Image A-03038 Courtesy of Royal BC Museum and Archives.

Lower Yates Street between Wharf and Government Street, 1859.