Port Elizabeth Timeline 1799-1986
… the farm of the widow Scheepers was chosen as the site for the new administrative village. 1806 14 February, … government to house a custom house and public offices. The site is currently occupied by Woolworths. 1 October, William … into use. 6 August, St George's Park is laid out on the site of a previous dam. 14 October, North End Grey School is …