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Came to Durban as a passenger (Passenger 32579) and started in Durban as a teacher.

Saw an opportunity to start a Ship Chandling business but being an indian was unable to get licence to trade.

Used Mr Lester Green as nominee to start the business and named the company Lester Green and Company.

The business was very successful during the second world war , supplying provisions to many of the ships that docked in Durban.

Apparently a very disciplined person which probably accounted for his success.

On his passing in 1946 , the business was inherited by Satheaseelan Pillay (His Second Son)

His will read as follows: (immovable property)

Lot 57 of Block AK of townlands of Durban no. 1737

Lot 58 of Block AK of townlands of Durban no. 1737

Proceeds of Sale of Tongaat Hotel

Lot 11 of lot E the farm of Roosefontein (Westville)

Lot 58 of Lot 9 Bluff

Insurances and other investments

A total value of 46 000 (Pounds)