1866_Memphis_RaceRiot.md

The Reign of Terror in Memphis

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The Reign of Terror in Memphis

From The Tennessean

1866-05-03

THE FIRST RIOT. THE CITIZENS IN ARMS. MAYOR PARK REPORTED DRUNK. REGULAR TROOPS CALLED OUT. DEAD BODIES LIYING AROUND THE STREETS. [Special Dispatch to the Louisville Courier.] Memphis, May 1, P.M. The city is now in a great state of excitement over a riot which originated between some negroes and policemen about five o'clock this afternoon. The policemen, firemen, and regular troops have been called out in force. Two policemen named James Finn and Slatery have been seriously wounded, and Henry Dunn, Engineer of [[Na's]] Fire Company, is mortally wounded. Several other policemen are reported wounded, some mortally, and all seriously. It is said that thirteen negroes have been killed. Seven have been seen lying dead. The riot originated from a fuss between a negro and a white boy. Under the present high state of excitement it is impossible to obtain reliable reports. The Board of Aldermen met this evening, but adjourned without doing any business. The Mayor afterwards called a special meeting and issued the following: Gentlemen of the Board of Aldermen: I find, as well as you and all good citizens, that the disturbance between the blacks and whites this evening requires prompt action on our part. In the absence of proper military aid, therefore, please authorize me, as Mayor, to secure such aid as may be required to quell and suppress all disturbance, and I will do it. [Signed]. [[John]] Park, Mayor. After remarks from several members of the Board, it adjourned without any action on this message. A late report says the regulars are not out but they will be out shortly. The Mayor is drunk and unfit for the emergency. LATER Memphis, May 1. The Sixteenth Regular Infantry has since been called out. Another negro has been shot. It is said that two white men were in with the negroes, and that white women on Causey street put their heads out of the windows, and bellowed "hurrah for the negroes!" This is an actual fact, but it is impossible to account for it. The streets are full of people, but entirely clear of negroes, as upon their first appearance they are shot down. A negro was almost beat to death a few moments ago on Adams street; another was shot dead near Court Square, and a third one killed near the [[Gayoro]] House. Capt. J. A. Hood, acting local editor of the Memphis Argus, narrowly escaped being shot through both legs by a Minnie ball, which passed throughout his coat and pants. The mob of negroes, Capt. Hood says, consisted of over one hundred and fifty, all armed with Minnie rifles, pistoles and knives. There has been considerable indiscrimate shooting by citizens, who are enraged, and perfectly wild with excitment. This has been a clear lesson to the negroes which will teach them to behave themselves. I do not anticipate that there will be any further disturbance--but few will promenade the streets for days to come. None of the negroes have yet been arrested. Two are lying dead in the station house. ASSOCIATED PRESS DISPATCHES Memphis, May 1. This evening a riot occured in the southern portion of the city between policemen and negro soliders, growing out of the attempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes determined to protect. Twenty or thirty policemen assembled and kept up a fight for a couple of hours with about one hundred and fifty negroes. One policeman was killed and three wounded. Eight to ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The 16th regular infrantry were [???] called out and at 10 o'clock everything was quiet.

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Telegraphic

From The daily Cleveland herald.

1866-05-02 · Cleveland [Ohio]

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From Daily evening bulletin.

1866-05-02 · Philadelphia, Pa.

Blot at Memphis. MEmPins, May I.—:This evening a riot occurred in the southern portion of the city between policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes were determined to protect. Twenty or thirty policemen assembled and kept up a fight for a couple of hours with about 150 negroes. One policeman was killed and three wounded. Eight to ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The 16th Regular Infantry were finally called out and at 1 o'clock everything was quiet.

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From Evening star.

1866-05-02 · Washington, D.C.

>1 i m cms. May I.?This evening a riot occurred iu th>* Southern portion of the city between the policemen and negro soldiers growing out ol an attempt ot :lie olMcers to arre-t a white man whom the negroes attempted to protect. Twenty or thirty policemen assembled and kept up the fight for a couple of hours wi'h abut I.">11 negroes. One policeman was killed, three wounded, and eight :o ten negroes were killed and seveial wounded. The i<ith Regular lutautry viett* finally called out and at ten o'clock e\er\thing was quiet

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From Daily Davenport Democrat.

1866-05-02 · Davenport, Iowa

city between policemen and negro soldiers grow ing out of an attempt by the offie rest a white man whom the negroes were determined to protect. Twenty of thirty policemen assembled and kept up a fight for two hours with about 150 negto coldiers One policeman killed and fear wounded, Eight or ten negroes wers killed and several wounded. The 16th legular Intantry were finally called out and af 10 oclock every.

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From The evening Argus.

1866-05-02 · Rock Island, Ill.

beiween policemen and negro eolJiers.' Thir ty policemen fought two hours with about ono hundred aud fifty negroes. (Joe police­ man aud ten tegroea were killed and a num­ ber wounded. The ICth r gulars were call­ ed out and at 10 o'clock everything wasquiet.

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From Cleveland daily leader.

1866-05-02 · [Cleveland, Ohio]

National Convention. CINCINNaTI, May I.The National Con vention of the Beta Theta Phi Fraternity is in session in this city. Some fifty chapters are repeesented. was Rlot in MemphIs. MeMpHis, May L. This evening a riot occurred in the southern portion of this city between the policeman and negro soldters, growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes were determined to protect. 20 or 30 policemen assembled and kept up a fight for a couple of hours with about 150 negroes. One po­ liceman was killed and three wounded, and eight or ten negroes killed and several wounded. The 16th regular Infantry were finally called up and at ten o'clock ever

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From The Daily empire.

1866-05-02 · Dayton, Ohio

At nine A. M. the Blanca opened fire on the Custom-house, to the cry of "Fivg Rein!" The others followed, each, select ing some point on which tolpour its share of destruction. For nearly three hours the fire was kept up without intermission. At ten P. M. the Numancia signaled to desist, and the vessels of the squadron drew off. The people of the town, who had crowded the surrounding hills, at once rushed into town to extinguish the fire. Riot Between Negroes and Po licemen. MEMPHIS, May I. This evening a riot occurred in the south­ ern portion of the city between policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an at­ tempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes determined to protect. Twenty or thirty policemen assembled and ae a ee e one hundred and fifty negroes. One po- liceman was killed and three wounded. Ten negroes were killed and several were wounded. The Sixteenth Regular Infantry were finally called out, and at ten o'clock every thing was quiet

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From The evening telegraph.

1866-05-02 · Philadelphia [Pa.]

Mrurnip, May 1. Thu cvenintr a riot oc curred In the eouthern portion of tho city between policemen and nppro soldiers, growing out oi un attempt or the oflicers to arrest a white mna whom the negroes were determined t j pro­ tect. Twenty or thirty policemen assembled, and kept up a fight for a couple of hours with about one hundred and fifty negroes. One Doliccmon was killed and three wounded. Eiaht to ten neprocs were killed and several wounded. The ICth Recular Infuutry were finally called out, nd at 10 o'clock overusing was quiet

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From The Wheeling daily intelligencer.

1866-05-02 · Wheeling, W. Va.

'' Memphis, May l.?Tils evenine a riotincurred in the southern portion of the city, between policemen ami negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a white man, whom the negroes determined to protect. 20 or 30 policemen assembled and kept up a fight for a couple of hours with about 150 negroes. One policeman was killed and three wounded. Bight or ten ne­ groes were killed and several wounded. The 16th regular infantry were finally called out. At ten o'clock everything was quiet

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Telegraphic

From Bangor daily Whig & courier.

1866-05-03 · Bangor, Me.

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Multiple News Items

From Daily national intelligencer.

1866-05-03 · Washington City [D.C.]

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By Telegraph

From The Daily news and herald.

1866-05-03 · Savannah, Ga.

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Terrible Midnight Brawl

From Milwaukee daily sentinel.

1866-05-03 · [Milwaukee, Wis.]

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Terrible Midnight Brawl

From Milwaukee daily sentinel.

1866-05-03 · [Milwaukee, Wis.]

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Terrible Midnight Brawl

From Milwaukee daily sentinel.

1866-05-03 · [Milwaukee, Wis.]

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From New-York tribune.

1866-05-03 · New York [N.Y.]

Hloody Rlot in Memphis- Contest between Po licemen and Negro Soldiers- Nine Rilled and Many Wounded. ihis, Tenn., Tuesday, May 1, 1856. aing a serious­ portion of the city between p ing out of an attempt of the police officers to a to Twenty to thirty policemen asseml fight for a couple of hours with about one hundred and . One policeman was killed and thr Eight to ten negroes were killed and s The f6th United States Rogular Infantry were finally called out to restore order, and at 10 o'clock ever was quie

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From The national Republican.

1866-05-03 · Washington City [D.C.]

MeKPhis, May 2. This evening a riot occurred in the southern portion of the city between the policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes attempted to protect. Twenty or thirty policemen assembled and kept up the fight for a couple of hours, with about one hundred and fifty One policeman was atlled, three weunase, any eight or ten negroes were killed and several wound­ ed. The 16th regular infantry were finally called out, and at ten o'clock everything was quiet

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From The daily Gate City.

1866-05-03 · Keokuk, Iowa

on, who last year was expelled from the Association, was unani-­ mously reinstated, having been fully exon-­ erated by the committee to whom the papers on his case were referred. Dr. Patton was conducted by Drs. Cox and Raynee to the platform amid great applause. He expressed himself much gratified at the action of the Association. The greatest enthusiasm and good feeling prevailed. Hiot at Memphrs. CinciNNAeTI, May a. The seventh regiment of Ohio National Guards were mustered out of service yester-­ day. A dispatch to the Commercial says a seri-­ ous riot occurred at Memphis last evening between policemen and negro soldiers. Thirty policemen fought two hours, with about a hundred and fifty negroes. One po-­ liceman and ten negroes killed, and a num-­ ber wounded. The sixteenth regulars were called out, and at 10 o' clock, everything was quiet.

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From The Plymouth weekly Democrat.

1866-05-03 · Plymouth, Ind.

Meauis, May 1.The city is in a great state of excitement over a riot which origs; eeeo oe eeoe e inated between some negroes and police, reported wounded, some mortally and all killed. Seven have been seen lying dead. The rict originated from a fuss between a eee o ee e oo eee o ee o oe women on atsey sreet put their hea

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From The Plymouth weekly Democrat.

1866-05-03 · Plymouth, Ind.

iposol to ecount forit e There has been considerable indiscrimi- nate shooting by citizens, who are enraged and perfectly wild with excitement. This has been a dear lesson to the ne hit will teah thau ee which will teach them to behave them- selves. I do not anticipate that there will . y be any further disturbance, as but few will e e ee o ee e o o e promenade the streets for some time to come None of the negroes have as yet oe e td toa o eoo o ee e t o eGm

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From Baltimore daily commercial.

1866-05-03 · Baltimore, Md.

gr Soldi-wo at ItfeinjGsis. MEMPHIS, May I.—Th's evening a riot occurred in the southern portion of tho city between policemen and some negro soldiers, growing out of the attempt of an officer to arrest a white man whom tho negroes wero determined to protect. Twenty or thirty po­ licemen assembled and kopt up the fight for a couplo of hours with about one hundred and fifteen negroes. One policeman was killed and three wounded, and eight or ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The 10th regular infantry were finally called out and at 10 o'clock everything was quiet

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From The sun.

1866-05-03 · New York [N.Y.]

Mewphie, Tenn. May L.--This evening a serious rlot occurred in the southern portion of the city, between policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the police officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes determined to protect. Twenty to thirty policemen assembled, and kept up a fight for about two hours, with about one hun­ dred and fifty negroes. One policeman was killed, and three wounded. Eight to ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The Sixteenth United States regular infantry were called out to restore order, and at ten o'clock everything was quiet

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From Daily Ohio statesman.

1866-05-03 · Columbus, Ohio

MEMPhIs, May I.-The city is now in a great state of excitement over a riot which originated between some negroes and poliemen, about bo'clock this afternoon. The policemen, firemen and regular troops have been called out in force. Two police­ men, named James Finn and Slatting, have been seriously wounded, and Henry Dunn, Engineer of No. 3 Fire Company, is mort­ ally wounded. Several other policemen are reported wounded, some mortally, and all seriously. It is said that thirteen negroes have been killed. Seven have been seen lying dead. The riot originated from a fuss between a negro and a white boy? Un­ der the present high state of excitement it is impossible to obtain a reliable report. The Board of Aldermen met, this evening, but adjourned without doing any business. The Mayor afterward called a special meet ing and issued the following: "Gentlemen of the Board of Aldermen I find, as well as you and all good citizens, that from the disturbance between the lacks and whites this evening it requires prompt action on our part. In the absence of proper military aid, therefore, please authorize me, as Mayor, to procure such aid as may be required to quell and suppress all disturbance, and I will do it. "JOHN PArK, Mayor." After remarks from several members the Board adjourned without any action on the message. The streets are full of peo- ble, and entirely clear of negroes, as upon their first appearance they are shot down. A negro was almost beat to death a few moments ago on Adams street. Another was shot dead near Court square, and a third one killed near the Gayoso House. Captain I. A. Hood, acting local editor of the MMemphis Argus, narrowly escaped being shot through both legs by a minnie ball which passed through his coat and pants. The mob of negroes, Captain Hood says, consisted of over 150 negroes, all armed with minnie rifles. SECOND DISPATCH.

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From Daily Ohio statesman.

1866-05-03 · Columbus, Ohio

MEMPHIs, May L.-The 16th Regular In­ fantry has since been called out. Anether negro has been shot. It is said that two white men were in with the negroes, and that white women, on Causey street, put their heads out of the windows and hur rahed for the negroes. This is the fact, but it is impossible to account for it. There has been considerable indiscriminate shoot- ing by citizens, who are enraged and per­ fectly wild with excitement. Further disturbance is not anticipated, but few negroes will promenade the streets for a day to come. None of the negroes have, as yet, been arrested. Two are lying dead in the station-house. The following is the second special to the Cincinnatt Gazette: MEMPHIS, May I--Midnight. The riot is in a fair way of general renewal. Negroes are being pursued and shot down in the streets. Some negro shanties in the sub­ urbs are reported on fire. The negroes are seeking refuge at the fort. Another white man is reported killed by a negro. In al

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From Daily union and American.

1866-05-03 · Nashville, Tenn.

A riot occurred in Memphis on Tuesday be tween policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of the attempt of tho officers to nrrest a white man whom tho negroes determined to protect Twenty or thirty policemen assembled and lop up a fight for a couple of hours with about ono hundred and fifty negroes. Ono policeman wa1 killed and three wounded. Kight to ten negroos were killed and several wounded. Tho lfith regit ir infantry were finally called out, and at 10 'cloek everything was quiet

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From Daily union and American.

1866-05-03 · Nashville, Tenn.

Klslnsr of the Negroes The Citizens In Ann An Indiscriminate Bntchery Mayor Pnrk Drank Tlie ItonnI of Aldermen Indecisive Itejnilnr Troops CnlliMl Out Ieail Ilosllcs Eylns About the SlrcctH Th Xarrovr Escape of n Itohemlnii. Special Dispatch to the Louisville Courier. MEJtrnif, Mi . 1. p. m. The city is now in a" great state of excitement over a riot which originated between some negroes and policemen about 5 o'clock this after­ noon. The policemen, firemen and regular troops hac been called out in force. Two jiolicemcn named James Finn and Slattery, have been seriously wounded, and Henry Dunn, engineer of No. 3 fire company, is mortally wounded. Several other police­ men are reported wounded, some mortally, and all seriously. It is said that thirteen negroes have been killed. Seven have been seen lying dead. The riot originated from a fuss between a negro and a white boy. Under the present high state of excitement it is impossible to obtain a reliable report. The Board of Aldermen met this evening, but adjourned without doing anything. The Mayor afterwards called a special meeting and issued the following : Gentlemen of tlic Board of Aldermen : I find, as well as you and all good citizens, that the disturbance between the blacks and whites this evening requires prompt action on our part. In the absence of proper military aid, therefore, please authorize me, as Mayor, to secure such aid as may be required to quell and suppress all disturbance, and I will do it. Signed Jojin Park, Mayor. After remarks from several members of the Board, it adjourned without any action on the message. The streets are full of people, but entirely clear of negroes, as upon their first appear­ ance they are shot down. A negro was al­ most beat to death a few moments ago, on Adams street, another was shot dead near Court Square, and a third one killed near the (jayoso House. Capt. J. A. Hood, acting local editor of the Memphis Argiu, narrowly escaped being shot through both legs by a Minic ball, which passed through his coat and pants. The mob of negroes, Capt. Hood says, con­ sisted of over one hundred and fifty, all armed with Minie rifles, pistols and knives. A late report says the regulars arenot out, but they will he out shortly. 2'he Mayor is drank, and unfit for the emergency. SECOND DISPATCH. MEJirnis,May 1. The Sixteenth regular infantry has since been called out. Another negro has been shot. It is said that two white men were in with the negroes, and that white women on Cau­ sey street put their heads out of the windows, and bellowed, "Hurrah for the negroes!" This is an actual fact, but it is impossible to account for it. There has been considerable indiscrimi nate shooting by citizens, wlmarc enraged ami perfectly wild with excitement. This has been a dear lesson to the negroes which will teach them to behave themselves I do not anticipate that there will be any further disturbance but few willpromenad the streets for days to come. None of the neeroes have as yet been ar rested. Two arc lying dead in the station house

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From The Nashville daily union.

1866-05-03 · Nashville, Tenn.

Special Dispatch to the Louisville Courier. MEEPHis, May L.- The city is now in a great state of excitement over a riot which originated between some negroes and policemen about five o'clock this afternoon. The policemen, firemen, and regular troops have been called out in force. Two policemen named James Finn and Slatterly, have been seriously wounded, and Henry Dunn, Engineer of No. 3 Fire Company, is mortally wounded. Several other po­ licemen are reported wounded, some mortally, and all seriously. It is said that thirteen negroes have been killed. Seven have beon seen lying dead. The riot originated from a fuss between a negro and a white boy. Under the present high state of excite­ ment it is impossible to obtain a relia­ ble report, The Board of Aldermen met this evening, but adjourned without doing any business. The Mayor afterwards called a special meeting and issued the following: Gentlemen of the Poard of Aldermen: I find, as well as you and all good citizens, that the disturbance between the blacks and whites this evening re­ quires prompt action on our part. In the absence of propor military aid, therefore, please authorize me, as Mayor, to secure such aid as may be required to quell and suppress all dis­ turbances, and I will do it. Signed! JOHN PARE, Mayor. After remarks from several members of the Board, it adjourned without any action on the message. The streets are full of people, but en tirely clear of negroes, as upon their first appearance they are shot down. A negro was almost beat to death a few moments ago, on Adams street; anoth er was shot dead near Court Square, and a third one killed near the Gayoso House. Capt. J. A. Hood, acting local editor of the Mempis Argus, narrowly escaped being shot through both legs by a Minie ball, which passed through his coat and pants The mob of negroes, Captain Hood says, consisted of over one hun dred and fifty, all armed with Minie rifles, pistols and knives. A late report says the regulars are not out, but they will be out shortly. The Mayor is drunk, and unfit for the emer- enc The 16th Regular Infantry has since been called out. Another negro has been shot. It is said that two white men were in with the negroes, and that white wo men on Causey street put their heads out of the windows, and bellowed "Hurrah for the negroes!" This is an actual fact, but it is impossible to ac count for it. There has been considerable indis criminate shooting by citizens, who are enraged, and perfectly wild with excite ment. This has been a dear lesson to the negroes, which will teach them to be have themselves, I do not anticipate that there will be any further disturbance--but few will promenade the streets for days to come. None of the negroes have as yet been arrested. Two are lying dead in the station-house

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From The day book.

1866-05-03 · Norfolk, Va.

onstitutional testa, it shall be admitted to the rights of representation. The House voted and defeated the Army bill. It will next consider the bill which has passed tho Senate for reorganizing the army. Commodore Rodgers, communicating with the Navy Department, says he was ready to join with the British fleet to prevent the wan­ ton destruction of Valparaiso by the Spaniards, hut the British Admiral afterwards chose to throw the responsibility on the British Minis­ ter, who declined to act in the premises. So Commodore Itodgers declared to the Admiral he would not take any steps without him. Memphis, May 1.—This evening a riot oc­ curred between policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a white mau whom negroes attempted to protect. Twenty or thirty policemen as­ sembled and kept up the fight for a couple of hours with about one hundred and fifty ne­ groes. One policeman killed and three wounded. Eight or ten negroes killed and several wound­ ed. The Sixteenth Regular Infantry quelle

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From The daily dispatch.

1866-05-03 · Richmond [Va.]

occurred between policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes attempted to protect. Twenty or thirty policemen assembled, and kept up the fight for a couple of hours with about one hundred and fifty negroes. One police.­ man was killed and three wounded. Eight or ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The Sixteenth regular infantr

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From Worcester daily spy.

1866-05-04 · Worcester [Mass.]

the world the city where inost has been done in this way. A serious riot occurred at Memphis, Tenn., on the Ist iust., between poticemen and negro sol­ diers, growing out of an attempt of the police of­ ficers to arrest a white man whom the negroes determined to protect. Oue policeman was kille l, and three wounded. Eight or ten negroes were Killed and seveial wounded. And in th

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From The Pulaski citizen.

1866-05-04 · Pulaski, Tenn.

tinued flood of the Arkansas. Thk Ujsw "Poticr'-r-It ia confidently predicted here that the President iaajainst the "new policy;" that many prominent Republicans oppase it; and that it cannot secure the two-third vote which passed the Civil Rights bill cf Mr. Johnson's veto. Tex Habeas Corpus. It is stated on competent authority that the President de­ clares the writ of habeas corpus to ba in full forr.fl in all tha States, exeentincr Texan? d ft CQ rf w, fc , d I . . - modjfying its provisions I " . . . . . n . IvlOt ia JaempniS. . f-f Memphis. May 1, 1866 This evening VV"VV . - " r"'"'" " u" city between policemen and negro soldiers. g"-g out of the attempt of the officers to 8rrfc wnite man wnom tne negroes de- . T A . termined to protect. . Twenty or thirty po licemea assembled and kept up a fight for a couple of hours with about one hundred and fifty, negroes. One uolieeman was killed and three wounded. Eight to ten negroes were killed and sereral wounded. The 16th regulars were finally called out

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From Burlington weekly free press.

1866-05-04 · Burlington, Vt.

the Report will be modified when action is taken upon it in the House and Senate. MENPHIS, May L. This evening a serious riot occurred in the south part of the city, between policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an at­ tempt of the police to arrest a white man whom the negroes determined to protect. From 20 to 30 policemen assembled and kept up the fight for a couple of hours with about 150 negroes. One policeman was killed and three wounded. From eight to ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The 17th U. S. regulars were finally called out to restore order, and at 10 o'clock, ev­ erything was quiet

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From The Vermont transcript.

1866-05-04 · St. Albans, Vt.

y Commis­ an early day to lay the the table­ and Messrs. for adjustment to the satisfaction of the United States. Secretary Seward says nore of them are entitied to con iaon e e o Mrapiis, May 1. This evening a serious riot occurred in the south part of the city, betweon policemen and negro soldiers, growing sut of an attempt of the police to a at a white man whom the negroes de termned to protect. From 20 to 30 policemen assembled and kept up the fight for a couple of hours with about negroes. One policeman was killed and three wounded. From eight to ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The 17th U. S. regulars were finally called out to restore order, and at 1 o'clock everything was quiet.

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From Vermont watchman and State journal.

1866-05-04 · Montpelier, Vt.

House and Senate. Senator Sherman has introduced a bill to­ day for the consolidation of the national debt, and for a diminution of the interest thereon, and also for the taxation of the pub­ lic securities. There has been a sharp debate in the Sen­ ate on the action of the Reconstruction Com­ mittee, which Mr. Fessenden defended. MENPHIS, May 1. This evening a serious riot occurred in the southern portion of the city between police­ men and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the police to arrest a white man, whom the negroes determined to protect, One policeman killed and three wounded. Eight to ten negroes killed and several wounded. The 4th regular infantry restore

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From Daily sentinel.

1866-05-05 · Raleigh, N.C.

.Rioiiii JftMruis. A riot occurred on the 2nd inat twtween the policemen and negro aoW -diefs, growing mit of an attempt of the officers to arrest white man wliom Hie negroes inea to protect. Twenty or thirty policemen asaefn­ ljeil and kept np the fight for a couple of hours, with altout 130 negroes. One policeman was mkAjUMUkjiiB umU1...t KhjUt U asgroes weie kilU-d and severrf wohnded. The 18t

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From The tri-weekly standard.

1866-05-05 · Raleigh, N.C.

and Arkansas, which shall be admitted immediately on the ratification of the proposed amendment. Mr. Dixon also offered an amendment which declares that when any of the lately rebellious States shall present itself, not only in an attitude of loyalty, but represented by men capable of submitting to constitutional tests, it shall be admitted to the lights of representation. House. The House voted on and defeat­ ed the Army bill. It will next consider the bill which has passed the Senate for reorgan­ izing the arinj'. Serious Riot in Memphis, Tenn. One White 31an and Eight or Ten Negroes Killed. Memphis, May 1. This evening a riot oc­ curred in the Southern portion of the city between the policemen and negro soldiers growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes at­ tempted to protect. Twenty or thirty po­ licemen assembled and kept up the fight for a couple of hours with about 150 negroes. One policeman was killed, three wounded, and eight to ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The 16th Regular Infan­ try were finally called ont and at ten o'clock everything was quiet

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From The tri-weekly news.

1866-05-05 · Winnsboro, S.C.

Riot at Memphis. MEMPHis, May I.There was a riot here this evening between the police men and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes attempted. to protect. About thirty policemen kept. pthe fight for two hours with a hune­ dred and fifty negroes, which was finall ly quicted by the 16th Regiment of Infantry. Once policeman was loilled, hree wounded. Eight or ten negroes were killed and several wounded

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From The home journal.

1866-05-05 · Winchester, Tenn.

IN THE WAR OF RACES--THE ITI zENS IN ARMS. An IndischIMinat BETEHERY- MAYOR Palr DreNe ThE BOAHD OF ALDERMEN IndEl SHE- REOULAH TrOOPs CALLed Ont -DeAd Bodtes lin whouT thl STREETS--THE NARROW EScAre of A BOITEMIAN. pecial to the Louisville Courier." MeMenIs, May L.-The city is now in a grent state of excitemnent over a rlot which originated between some nt­ groes and policemen about 5 o'clock asternoon. The policemen, fire men and regular troops have been call ed outin force, Two policemen named dames Finn and Slattery, have been engineer of No.3 mortally wounded fire company, Sever olicemen are report WOll so me mortally an il scrioudy. is said that thirteen neg been killed. Seven have i been inate ad a high f to o mne lying dead. The riot originated fr a fuss between a negro boy. Under the present excitement it is impsssib whif ate o ain a reliable report. Thr Board of Aldermen evening, but adfourned with anything. The Mayor called a special meeting and sollowing: this doine war the Al! after issu een o te od o ie find, as well as you and all gond citi- gele, that the disttrhance between th acks and whites this evening requires In the al- sence of proper military aid, therefor e a please authorize me, as Mayor, to s cure such aid as may be required to quell and suppress all disturbance, and Iwill do it. signed oN Par, Mayor. After remarks from several member of the Board, it adjourned without and action on the message. The streets are full of people, but entirely clear of negroes, as upon their e o oee e e ee o lirst appearance they are shol dowl. I negro was almost beat to death a few moments ago, on Adam street, another was shot dead near Court Square, and a third one killed near the Gayoso House. Capt J. A Hood, acting local edioe e a i a e ae tor of the Meinphis aIryes, narrowly n so iin his noble war­ escaped being shot through both logsore sot of admirtion burst wide by a Minie ball, which passed througha far from the whole host who had his coat and pants. The mobs of neo ofen witessed his deeds of alor groes apt ood sa conited oan te eo o te o an entu over one hundred and fifty, all armed with Minie rifles, pistols and knives. A late report says the regulars ard not out, but they will be out shortly. The llayor is drunk, and unfit for the emcg geney. SLC'OND DiSpaTCH. MeMeHIs, May L.-The Sixteent regular infantry has since been caller ont. Another negro has been shot. It is said that two white men wer in with the negroes, and t WI ut

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From New Berne daily times.

1866-05-07 · New Berne, N.C.

-; Memphis, May 1, Ttu evening a riot occurred in the Southern portion of, the city between po­ licemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an, attempt of the police officers to arrest a Twhite man; whom the negroea determined to 'protect. Twenty to thirty policemen assembled r and kept up a fight for a couple of hours with about one hundred and fifty negroes. - , - ; . ' One policeman was killed and three twoiinded. Eight to ten negroes were killed , and several wounded. . ' ' i -I ' The Sixteenth United States regular 'infantry were finally called out to restore orderand at ten O'clock everything was quie

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From The Charleston daily news.

1866-05-07 · Charleston, S.C.

A serious riot occurred in Memphis on the first of May, between policemen and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the polico officers to arroHt a white man whom the negroes determined to protect. Twenty to thirty policemen assem­ bled and kept up a fight for about two hours with about one hundred and fifty negroes. One police­ man was killed and three wounded. Eight or ten negroes were killed and several wounded. The Sixteenth United States Kogular Infantry were called out to restore order, and at ten o'clock everything was quiet

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From The Fayetteville news.

1866-05-08 · [Fayetteville, N.C.]

attempt of the officers to arrest a white man whom the negroes attempted to pro­ tect. Twenty or thirty policemen assem­ bled and kentun the fight for a couple of hours with about one . hundred and fifty y-v 1 ' I?I1-1 1 negroes, une policeman was Kiueu anu

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From The weekly North-Carolina standard.

1866-05-09 · Raleigh, N.C.

t MKMPHis May l.-This evening a riot oc­ curred in the, 1 Southern portion of the city between the policemen and negro soldiers growing out of an attempt of the officers to arrest a . white man whom the negroes .at tempted to protect. Twenty or thirty po­ licemen assembled and kept up the fight for a couple of hours with about 150 negroes. j r One policeman was killed; three wounded, and eight to - ten negroes were' killed ancj several wounded. ' The 16th Regular Infan­ try were finally called ontand at ten o'clock everything was quiet- : ; :: '..- ' v.v'

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From Louisville weekly courier.

1866-05-09 · Louisville, Ky.

Gentlemen of the Board of Aldermen: I find, a* well as you and all good Citizens, that the disinrbauee between the blacks and i whites this evening requires prompt action on : oar part, tn tbe absence of proper mtllf-iry aid, ' therefore, please authorize me, a* Mayor, to se- 1 cure such aid as may be required to quell aud | suppres* all disturbance*, aad I will do it. (Signed) JOHN PARK, Mayor. I THEY WISH TO KNOW WHAT TO DO. Mr. Mali oney spoke of the critical state of affairs iu the city, aud thought the lives of ; the citizens could not be sale if prompt and immediate actiou be not taken, moving that the message be received and the Mayor au- thorized to take steps as he might deem proper. Mr. Burditt moved that thc Mayor’s mes- sage be laid on the table. Mayor Park here called upon Mr. Mor- tpla'.n the dut I Mayor un- der the circumstances. were supplied with arms of various de- scriptions. The firemen were organized under their chief— Mr. Edward O’Neil — and

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Domestic.

From New York Observer and Chronicle (1833-1912)

1866-05-10 · New York

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From The Camden weekly journal.

1866-05-11 · Camden, S.C.

here this evening between the City Police and negro soldiers, growing out of an attempt of the. officers of the police to arrest a white man whom the negroes had attempted to protect from arrest. About thirty policemen kept up a fight with a hundred and fifty negroes for two hours, when the blacks were finally quieted by a detachment of the lGth Regiment of Infantry. One policeman was killed and three wounded. Eight or ten negroes were killed, and several wounded

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