Delving into the past

Da Cruz uses archival photos from past Addie editions to tell the story of the town’s past.

1974 - Gala at Olympia Park.

Tony da Cruz’s love for his town and its history has led him to create the popular Facebook page, Springs – History of a Gold Town.
Da Cruz uses archival photos from past Addie editions to tell the story of the town’s past.

1914 – Wealthy shareholders visit their mine in Springs.

1922 – A chicken farm on the outskirts of Springs.

1930 – Gold town with fancy cars, fancy hotels and rich rogues.

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