On August 15, 1838, Governor Sir Evan John MacGregor issued a proclamation reassuring newly emancipated Barbadians that their freedom was permanent while addressing labour disputes, employment rules and strike action following the end of apprenticeship.
The Barbadian carried a statement by the Governor of Barbados in which a stern warning dampened any excitement around emancipation.
The Barbadian publishes the news of a proposed execution of several criminals.
On July 13, 1955, the SS Geologist sank after a collision near Trinidad, killing 20 crew members, including 11 Barbadians. Winsome Fodderingham shares the...