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Domestic News
June 19, 1902
Ottumwa Semi Weekly Courier
Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa
What is this article about?
In Paterson, N.J., on June 18, a meeting of striking dyers' helpers led to a riot where a policeman and a rioter were shot. Two more outbreaks occurred, with attacks on silk mills, additional wounds, and shots fired; militia may be called out.
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STRIKERS' RIOT.
One Policeman and One of the Mob Stop Bullets.
Paterson, N. J., June 18.-A meeting of the striking dyers' helpers today was followed by a riot in which a policeman and one of the rioters were shot. The trouble was of short duration. The mob was soon dispersed and quiet was restored.
May Call Out Militia.
There were two more outbreaks later in the day. Several rioters are reported to have been wounded. The mob attacked the Augusta silk mill and the police had to charge the crowd repeatedly before it could be dispersed. Another outbreak occurred in the Empire mill, where a number of shots were fired. The situation has become grave. It is believed the militia will be called out before night.
One Policeman and One of the Mob Stop Bullets.
Paterson, N. J., June 18.-A meeting of the striking dyers' helpers today was followed by a riot in which a policeman and one of the rioters were shot. The trouble was of short duration. The mob was soon dispersed and quiet was restored.
May Call Out Militia.
There were two more outbreaks later in the day. Several rioters are reported to have been wounded. The mob attacked the Augusta silk mill and the police had to charge the crowd repeatedly before it could be dispersed. Another outbreak occurred in the Empire mill, where a number of shots were fired. The situation has become grave. It is believed the militia will be called out before night.
What sub-type of article is it?
Riot Or Protest
Crime
What keywords are associated?
Paterson Riot
Strikers
Dyers Helpers
Silk Mill Attack
Police Shooting
Where did it happen?
Paterson, N. J.
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Paterson, N. J.
Event Date
June 18.
Outcome
a policeman and one rioter shot; several rioters wounded; mobs dispersed by police; situation grave with possible militia call-out.
Event Details
A meeting of striking dyers' helpers led to a riot with shooting; two more outbreaks later, including attacks on Augusta silk mill and Empire mill with shots fired.