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The South African Heritage Resources Information System (SAHRIS) has undergone a generational upgrade and restructure. These changes to the site include, but are not limited to:

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Launch for the new version of SAHRIS occurred on Monday the 30th of October 2023.

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The Railway Bureau Building, Maitland Street, Bloemfontein

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Post date: 07/08/2012
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History: This double-storeyed brick building with its Victorian and neo-Classical characteristics was designed by the architect D. E. Wentink. The builder was H. Heath. The cornerstone was laid on 7 June 1898 by President M. T. Steyn and the building was completed on 15 February 1899. This building was also used for the unsuccessful discussions from 31 May to 4 June between President Steyn, President Kruger and the British High Commissioner, Sir Alfred Milner, when a last attempt was made to prevent war.
Visual Description: It is a double-storyed brick building with victorian and neo-classical characteristics. It is a mass
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Condition: Good
Construction Date: 1899
Materials: Coursed Cut Stone: Metal Tile
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