Today in Bajan History| May 15th 1901 Barbados’ Ice Company Feud

May 15, 2026 00:03:31
Today in Bajan History| May 15th 1901  Barbados’ Ice Company Feud
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Today in Bajan History| May 15th 1901 Barbados’ Ice Company Feud

May 15 2026 | 00:03:31

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The Barbados Agricultural Reporter detailed a public dispute between the Barbados Ice Company and the Crystal Ice and Cold Storage Company over the purity and safety of their ice. Writing under the pseudonym “Caution,” a contributor defended both companies while simultaneously raising concerns about Crystal Ice’s use of water from Beckles Spring, located near latrines, bathing areas, and other possible contaminants.

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