Former parliamentarian and educator Luther St. Aubyn Thorne passed away at the age of 77, marking the end of a distinguished life dedicated to education and public service in Barbados. Beginning his career as a pupil teacher, Thorne spent over four decades shaping young minds before entering politics in 1956 at the encouragement of Grantley Adams. As Barbados’ first Minister of Education, he expanded access to schooling through new primary schools, increased secondary school scholarships, and additional classroom spaces.
Wolcott and James Rube Ferns enter the ring at the International Athletic Club in Ontario, Canada
Closure of the Government Flour Factory
A feature on 116 year old Mrs Christian Kellman 'MaPat'