Strike headquarters, the Old Market Square, Fordsburg, 1950 - 1970
Scope and Contents
152 x 210 mm. ‘Mr van Tonder drew Saamtrek’s attention to the dismantling of the strike headquarters, the Old Market Square, Fordsburg. Fortunately they were able to find the corner of the building which originally formed the headquarters of [Percy] Fisher and [Harry] Spendiff, the strike leaders. Also the window where their bodies were found after the fighting'.
Dates
- Creation: 1950 - 1970
Creator
- From the Series: Hepple, Alexander, 1904 - 1983 (South African politician) (Person)
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Good condition.
General
MJC.
Date information
DateText: The dates are approximate..
Finding aid date
2009-10-12 16:16:12+00:00
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