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References
- ↑ Burman, Jose (1984), Early Railways at the Cape. Cape Town: Human & Rousseau, p.64. ISBN 0-7981-1760-5
- ↑ "The Port Elizabeth Railway Station | The Heritage Portal". www.theheritageportal.co.za. Retrieved 10 September 2024.
- ↑ Premier Classe
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