The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1845-10-11

From the Baltimore sun,
A FEMALE RIOT-THE POLICE CALLED
OUT-VICTORY OF THE RIOTERS.

OUT-VICTORY OF THE RIOTERS.
The Pittsburg Journal gives the following graph
c Of the riot among the factory girls at that
place, on Monday LAST
There was great excitement among the girls on
Monday morning. Abortion Of them, moved and
inst'gated thereto" most probably, oy necessity,
determined TO 60 10 work. The rest--the real out
and-outers- determined to prevent their refractory
sisters from doing SO. A large number Of them col
lected around Blackstock's factory and began hoot
ing and kissing at those who were going to work
Notwithstanding this, however, few persisted; al
though the majority were, no doubt, deferred from
their purpose by the violence of the others.
The mayor was sent for, who attempted to re-
monstrate with them. They would not listen to
him patiently, however, or even respectfully; al
though he spoke to them in his usual amiabe and
conciliatory manner. They accused him of being
in favor Of the employers; and he had to leave with
out accomplishing anything,
These Amazons then proceeded to the upper cot
ton factory, and commenced similar assault upon
the recusants in that quarter. MIR. Moorhead came
out among them, but was rather roughly treated.
After sufficiently expressing their dissatisfaction,
they returned, in increased numbers, to Black
stocks The police were called and the mayor
and Squire Campbell were on the ground Inc
girls drew up in front of these two, who were stand
ing on the steps, and commenced telling them their
notions Of matters and things in general and of the
ten-hour system in particular.
II was all in vain for the two to attempt remon-
STRANGE. At length, the mayor crossed over TO the
opposite side of the street, and left Mr.. Campbell TO
face the storm alone for few minutes. He's no
SQUIRE" screamed one of the girs-and a general
shout reiterated the sentiment "Give him cent"
said another and four or five stepped forward to Of
fer him that liberal reward for dischargng his duties.
SNOW, ladies'" said the squire, "let me in.TREAT"
-whack. went handful of mud, missing his squire
ships head by an inch or two. "Let him alone
dnStx ho tnf rsoft
" Really now I"-and here the sources harangue
was interrupted by another handful Of dirt this time
hitting him in the face. He brushed it away and
taking off his hat, wiped his face, without word.
This forbearancc appeared to have more effect than
all he could have said for, after few more shouts
and cheers they dispersed
The return to work has not been, by any means,
general one Perhaps not two in hundred have
gone to work; and from the almost ferocious deter
mnation exhibited by the others, we are induced to
believe that no reconciliation will be effected for
some time.
The Allegheny police were on the ground; the
mayor did all in his power; and too much credit
cannot be given Mr.. Campbell for his forbearance
under such provoking circumstances. We have
seen several in time but really this mob oil
women is the most formidable that ever came under
our observation. You can do nothing with them
if you attempt to with them, they can speak
ten words to your one. You might as well attempt
angrily, they will daub you--a Ia Campbell-with
mire and mud; while it would be shame on all
manhood to use force with such collection OF
young and pretty women If they were old hays,
one would know how to act; but with lips so ripe,
red, and saucy, and eyes that spoke SO ntellgenty
with excitement, what the police to dor
.4flernoon.--H used to be considered that dinner
settled discomfort. In the Of our factory girls,
however, it seemed as though they had hardly swal-
lowed that necessary meal, before they were ready
for a renewal of hostilties, on still more extensive
scale. Their efforts in the morning had not been
sufficient to stop work in the factories. The engines
still pued to their great dissatisfaction; and worse
than ALL the recreanis were still employed. 1t was
not to be borne. The tocsin was again sounded,
and the petticoated legons once more advanced-ths
time, to complete victory.
The first object of assault was the Union Cotton
Factory. After some struggle, they were success
full. The doors thrown open; the girls at work
came out, joined their comrades, and the works
stopped. The Hope was the next point Of attack.
The garrison appeared, at first sight, disposed to
make some defence; but, overawed by superior num-
bers, they surrendered at discretion; and the in
vaders received another addition to their ranks.
The new factory owned by Messrs. Gray & Fife
was the next object of vengeance. II shared the
fate of the others.
They were now in full force. A whole legion OF
men and boys accompanied them, as auxiliaries, to
be used in case they were required Thus prepar-
ed, flushed with conquest, and confident IN num-
bers, they marched for the scene of the grand strug
gle--a struggle which we will chrsten the "battle
of Blackstock's factory"
On their arrival, they saluted the enemy with
three shouts Of defiance, and universal flourish Of
sticks and bonnets. After minute or two spent in
reconnotre, they moved forward in solid column
of attack the principal gate of the fortress--tha'
is, the pine gate Of the yard.
In moment, the gate was forced OPEN But the
dafa uera dot mad IN "a hero
the assaants were thrown back, and the gate again
closed. second time the assault was made, with
a similar result.
Both parties now took time for breath, and open
ed negotiations. The factory girls demanded the
instant expulsion Of the few girls at work. The
people inside obstpately refused the terms and both
parties again prepared to decide the matter by the
uncertain chances of the field.
"They say they won't--let's try again." and, en-
couraging each other with loud cries, the legions
marched to the Imminent breach" For moment,
the combat doubtful one. The garrison
made a stubbo IN resstance--but what could you
expect from pine boards Can bits of plank half an
inch thick Withstand the "might that sumbers in a
peasants armsi" The idea was absurd Progress
sive humanity won the day, over clerks, propre-
TORS pine boards, and all. The gate gave way
"hurra!' and in moment the yard was filled, the
fortress was taken by storm, and the garrison were
prisoners of war.
Of course, resistance was now out of the question
how can man resist "when the foot Of the con-
queror is upon his ncck!" There was no help; and
with sullcn resignation the girls employed were
escorted to the door, and given in charge Of their
overjoyed companions, now half frantic with ex-
ultation and success.
The moment, however, thatthey gained therpolnt,
all violence ceased. There certainly were shouts
which could not have been particularly agreeable to
the vanquished, but nothing outrageous
They afterwards repaired TO the Temperance
Ark, where the money collected for their use was
distributed.
APPLE TnADE.-The New York Journal Of Com
merce has the following statement:
"Robert Pell ESQ.,, of Pelham, Westchester coun-
ty has an orchard Of twenty thousand apple trees,
all bearing Newtown pippins. By trimming, and the
application of the best manures, he has brought the
fruit to unusual size and excellence. The apples
- ,.;,Lod ood ~, harreIa Wthotit heino