The image is a black and white photograph of a busy street scene in a town. The street is lined with brick buildings on both sides and there are several cars parked on the side of the road. In the center of the image, there is a gas station with a sign that reads "Newcastle East Coal Co. Ltd." There are several people walking on the sidewalk in front of the gas station, some of them are carrying bags and other items. The sky is overcast and the overall mood of the photograph is somber.