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Today in Bajan History| June 27th 1911 Chamberlain Bridge Causes Bridgetown Traffic Chaos
The Barbados Agricultural Reporter criticized authorities after the Chamberlain Bridge remained open for hours when the schooner General Laurie became stuck entering the Careenage...
Today in Bajan History| June 26th 1837 Execution Takes Three Attempts
The Barbadian reported on the execution of an enslaved man named Robert, convicted of attempting to murder his master. The hanging became infamous when...
Today in Bajan History| June 25th 1834 Barbados Prepares for the End of Slavery
The Barbadian reported on Barbados' preparations for the abolition of slavery, just weeks before emancipation took effect on August 1, 1834. Notices addressed the...
Today in Bajan History| June 24th 1911 Coronation Celebrations Marked by Order and Discipline
The Barbados Agricultural Reporter praised the peaceful conduct of crowds during police and coronation celebrations held in Barbados. Strong police preparation, increased street lighting,...
Today in Bajan History| June 23rd 1902 Broad Street Inquest Ends with Accidental Death Verdict
The Barbados Agricultural Reporter reported on the conclusion of an inquest into the death of Maria Louise Pigot, 53, of Mason Hall Street. After...
Today in Bajan History| June 22nd 1836 Gambling, Policing and Post-Emancipation Barbados
The Barbadian reported concerns raised by a grand jury about gambling, cockfighting, and late-night gatherings in Bridgetown during the apprenticeship period following emancipation