The Barbadian reported on a heated debate in the House of Assembly over whether John Innes, representative for St. Michael, had forfeited his seat after being absent from the island for more than 40 days without leave, in breach of the 1845 Franchise Act. Samuel Jackman Prescod, the first non-white elected member of the House, moved for a writ to replace Innes, arguing the law was clear.
Tensions rise as Police Drive Vendors into the Public Market
The House Craft Centre was a place for Women and girls of ages to grow their skills and get ready for marriage and more
This Today in Bajan History segment marks January 16, 1925, the day Grantley Adams was admitted to the Bar in Barbados, a milestone in...