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Harrisburg. 26. – It is reported that an attack was made by Marylanders on Hanover village, York Co., on Tuesday— occasioned by great stampede of negroes. Reliable accounts say that while families are crossing into his State. Report places the total loss of slaves by Maryland since troubles began, at 500. – Great fears are entertained in the border counties of Md. Of the departure of the entire slaves population.

              Gen. Scott assured a gentleman yesterday that Washington was safe against all present attacks. Our informant confirms that arrival there of three N.Y. and the 8th Mass. Regiments.

Citation

"(G)reat stampede of negroes...," Madison (WI) Weekly Wisconsin Patriot, May 4, 1861, p. 5..

Related Escape / Stampede
Location of Stampede
Maryland
Coverage Type
Via Wire Report
Location of Coverage- City
Madison
Location of Coverage- State
Wisconsin
Contains Stampede Term
Yes