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Today In Bajan History | October 19th 1900 Maritime Rescue: The SS Hostilius
The Barbados Agricultural Reporter documented the successful rescue of the British steamship SS Hostilius, which became stranded in the Atlantic after experiencing mechanical difficulties....
Today In Bajan History | October 18 1887 Ploughing Matches and Agricultural Reform in Barbados
The Barbados Agricultural Reporter examined the annual ploughing match held at Constant Plantation in St. George, an event designed to promote agricultural innovation, improve...
Today In Bajan History | October 17 1951 Kensington Oval: The Evolution of a Cricket Landmark
The Barbados Advocate reported on repairs to Kensington Oval, including improvements to drainage and playing conditions. This episode traces the transformation of the historic...
Today In Bajan History | October 16th 1938 The Milk Scandal: Food Safety in Barbados
The Barbados Agricultural Reporter documented a court case involving the Barbados Dairy Company, which was fined after milk supplied to the General Hospital was...
Today In Bajan History | October 15th 2016 Caribbean Women Who Transformed Global Public Health
The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus honoured two distinguished Caribbean public health leaders, Dr. Carol Jacobs of Barbados and Dr. Carissa...
Today In Bajan History | October 14 1900 The Ostara: A Ship’s Battle for Survival at Sea
The Barbados Agricultural Reporter recounted the dramatic journey of the German sailing ship Ostara, which was severely damaged by a hurricane while transporting cargo...