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Today in History: October 21
THE BAHAMAS – Uncover the fascinating events in Bahamian history on October 21: the first mail steamer, the infamous trial, and the launch of a new automated system at the Road Traffic Department.
On this day in Bahamian history:
1854: The mail steamer Jewess arrived in Nassau, becoming the first of its kind to visit The Bahamas.
2009: A mistrial was declared in the trial of Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) senator Pleasant Bridgewater and Tarino Lightbourne. They were accused of attempting to extort $25 million from actor John Travolta after the death of his son, Jett, in Grand Bahama.
The mistrial followed a public announcement by MP Picewell Forbes at the PLP convention. Charges were later dropped in 2010 at Travolta’s request.
2016: On October 21, the Road Traffic Department launched a new automated system to combat fraud and streamline vehicle registration and licensing. Customers lined up as early as 7 a.m. for the rollout.
2020: Then-Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis extended the state of emergency and COVID-19 emergency orders to November as cases surged. Dr. Minnis presented the resolution to Parliament while tourism officials were preparing to boost visitor numbers and revitalize the economy.
2021: The Ministry of Health received 57,300 Pfizer vaccine doses from PAHO’s COVAX facility amid a shortage that temporarily halted first doses.
2023: Dr. Perry Gomez, former Minister of Health and key figure in the early fight against HIV/AIDS, passed away at age 76. His leadership significantly reduced HIV transmission in The Bahamas.
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