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The first governor, Frederick North, 5th Earl of Guilford was the son of British Prime Minister, Frederick North . The house was planned by the governor himself, the building was later known as `The Doric` due to the architectural design of the columns which was similar to the Ancient Greek Doric order style. It was built at the beginning of the nineteenth century to revive and supervise the pearl fisheries. Other than being used as the residence for the governor, it was later used by `other governors, government agents, and other officials, including superintendents of pearl fishery.` |
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