Transcript

   Washington, May 29, 1850. 

   SLAVE STAMPEDE

   The abolitionists are at work here. Last night, three domestics in the family of the Hon. Wm. Colcock, of S.C., were spirited away. About twenty slaves have been enticed away from this city and neighborhood. 

Citation

"Slave Stampede," Richmond (VA) Enquirer, June 7, 1850, p. 2.

Related Escape / Stampede
Location of Stampede
District of Columbia
Coverage Type
Original
Location of Coverage- City
Richmond
Location of Coverage- State
Virginia
Contains Stampede Term
Yes