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Then & Now: Market Hall -> Town Hall (1909)

LOVE KNYSNA Posted on September 14, 2011 by Knysna Historical SocietyJuly 1, 2015

Knysna was declared a Municipality in 1882 resulting in the amalgamation of the two hamlets, Newhaven and Melville, into “The Knysna”, but had no permanent location to hold Town Committe meetings. Around 1907 sufficient funds had been raised for the building of a hall on the Market Square in lower Queen Street, including some offices, to fulfil a joint purpose as both Town and Market Hall. Plans were prepared by architect Paulus JC Hofman. And the builder was George Ernest Tweedy. The Mayor Mr. HJ Templeman laid the foundation stone, … Read the full article…

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Then & Now: Power Station -> Turbine Hotel

LOVE KNYSNA Posted on August 31, 2011 by Knysna Historical SocietyDecember 10, 2017

Knysna has a rich history spanning sailing ships, gold discovery and timber extraction to arguably become South Africa’s favorite holiday destination. The Khoisan people originally inhabited the area until Dutch Settlers arrived in the 17th century.  Knysna’s documented history began in 1804 with the arrival of George Rex, rumored to be the illegitimate son of King George III who subsequently opened shops, established a port and a timber business that exported hardwoods around the world. The Thesen family moved from Norway to Knysna in 1870 and founded numerous business entities … Read the full article…

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Then and Now: Knysna Sawmill -> Woodmill Lane

LOVE KNYSNA Posted on August 21, 2011 by Knysna Historical SocietyDecember 10, 2017

The first sawmill on this site was built by The Knysna Steam Sawmills Company, established by William Lloyd of Port Elizabeth in 1875. The steam sawmill was powered by a 16 horsepower, Ransome engine imported from England. Prior to this, all cutting and working of timber from the Knysna forests was done manually on-site. The company was bought in 1891 by George Parkes, Chairman of A&F Parkes of Birmingham, Edge Tool manufacturers, who exported Kamassie (boxwood) needed for the manufacture of bobbins in England. The company changed its name to … Read the full article…

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