On May 5, 1840, Barbados marked a major step in public healthcare with the laying of the foundation stone for the island’s first General Hospital. Reported by The Barbadian, the ceremony drew a large public gathering and symbolized a growing national commitment to caring for the poor, sick, and vulnerable in the post-emancipation era.
Valmore Small, 36-year-old Butcher sentenced to death for the murder of his ex common-law wife, Gwendolyne Clarke
The Barbados Advocate commended the government for constructing four miles of road.
A notice from the Commander of the St.Ann's Garisson, of the desertion of twelve soldiers from Europe from their posts.