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Post date: 07/08/2012
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Bibliography archive: M'Tikulu DGS, Ohlange Institute: Its History and Development, Native Teachers' Journal, Jan 1950; R Hunt-Davis, John L Dube: A South African Exponent of Booker T Washington, Journal of African Studies
Bibliography archive: M'Tikulu DGS, Ohlange Institute: Its History and Development, Native Teachers' Journal, Jan 1950; R Hunt-Davis, John L Dube: A South African Exponent of Booker T Washington, Journal of African Studies
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A well protected island in a large squatter camp.
A well protected island in a large squatter camp.
Archive Import
History: This house was the home of John Dube, founder of the Ohlange Institution and Ilanga newspaper. Dube
Visual Description: Single storey Natal verandah house with corrugated-iron roof, redbrick walls and gable at each end of verandah. Rectangular casements with fanlights above and four panel doors. The verandah is on two sides and is supported on pillars.Interior: Oregon flooring. tongue-and-groove ceiling, 4 paneldoors. A featureis a sliding door betwen lounge and diningroom.
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Site Features: The building is a landmark atop a promnient hill. It has views on three sides towards the see. Durban harbour can be seen 20km distant. The home of John Dube, first president of the ANC, a educationalist., black editor and political leader.
Condition: Fair
Construction Date: 1925c
Materials: brick : corrugated-iron
Catalogue: , No: , Significance Category: HCAE