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Civil unrest in Philadelphia church riot described
The account details a violent weekend riot at St Philip's church with mob clashes, cannon, and arrests. It notes Mr Naylor's detention, the removal of Hibernia Greens, and disputed military conduct under Gen Cadwallader. The piece criticizes authorities and praises troops, urging stronger law enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadwallader
Naylor
Mr. Naylor
Hibernia Greens
Grover
Hibernia
Hill
Queen-street
New York
Philadelphia
Wharton Market
Washington
Ket
Cad
St. Philip’s Church
Philadelphia Sun
William H. Dunn
Patterson
Porter
State
Wm. H. Dunn
Hubbell
Strafford
Journal of Commerce
The
Philadelphia Gazette
Sabmen
Ee Philip’s Church
Cadwallader Greys
Col. Pleasanton