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   SLAVE STAMPEDE.--A stampede of slaves from the border county of Kentucky, took place on the night of the 27th inst. It was ascertained that some of them had taken refuge in Cincinnati, and officers proceeded to make arrests. Upon approaching the house where the slaves were secreted, the latter fired upon them, wounding 2 or 3 spectators seriously-- One slave woman finding escape impossible, cut the throats of her children, killing one instantly, and severely wounding two others. Six of the fugitives were apprehended, but 8 are said to have escaped

Citation

"Slave Stampede," Milwaukee (WI) Daily Free Democrat, January 29, 1856, p. 3

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