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Today In Bajan History | July 21st Barbados Takes on Jamaica’s 1,000-Mile Motor Rally
On July 21, 1970, the Barbados Advocate reported on 14 Barbadian rally competitors preparing to contest Jamaica’s gruelling 1,000-mile motor rally, highlighting a longstanding...
Today In Bajan History | July 20th Mental Health Care in Barbados: Then and Now
On July 20, 1983, the Barbados Advocate examined mental illness, stigma and the challenges facing psychiatric care in Barbados, while calling for more modern...
Today In Bajan History | July 19th The 1950 Murder Trial of Alfonso Brathwaite
On July 19, 1950, the Barbados Advocate reported on the murder trial of Alfonso Brathwaite, accused of fatally stabbing Lionel Carter following an altercation...
Today In Bajan History | July 16th The Educational Legacy of Florence Springer
On July 16, 1961, revered Barbadian educator Florence Estina Springer was laid to rest after a distinguished 49-year teaching career. Her legacy was later...
Today In Bajan History | July 15th Conflicting Medical Evidence Changes a Murder Case
On July 15, 1950, the Barbados Advocate reported on the case of George Skeet, whose murder charge became attempted murder after conflicting medical evidence...
Today In Bajan History | July 14th Barbados’ First Motor Car Arrives
On July 14, 1903, the Barbados Agricultural Reporter announced the arrival of the island’s first motor car, marking the beginning of a new era...