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Stampede near St. Louis.
Fifty slaves were stampeded on Monday, last (5th) from the environs of St. Louis. They were pursued when a severe fight took place, resulting in the recapture and the death of the ringleaders.
Citation
"Stampede near St. Louis," Plaquemine (LA) Southern Sentinel, November 14, 1849, p. 3.
Related Escape / Stampede
Location of Stampede
Missouri
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Coverage Type
Original
Location of Coverage- City
Plaquemine
Location of Coverage- State
Louisiana
Contains Stampede Term
Yes