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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.