Proclamation [to the citizens of Louisville]
By: Chas. D. Jacob
Published: 1877
Language: eng
Subjects: Railroad Strike, U.S., 1877; History; Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company
Description: Possibly a handbill from 1877. A strike of railroad workmen, employees of the Louisville & Nashville Railroad Company, demanded a restoration of wages from the reduction that had been made earlier in July 1877. The strike (which occurred in several states) generated a mob of laborers and idle or disorderly persons in the streets. A committee of citizens was organized to aid in preserving order and the mayor issued several proclamations. A riot broke out on the night of the 24th but was promptly suppressed by the authorities, aided by citizens.
Notes: "Wednesday, July 25, 12 o'clock, M"

Charles Donald Jacob (1838–1898) was an American politician who served four terms as Democratic mayor of Louisville, Kentucky -- two consecutive terms from 1873-78, then later in 1882-84 and 1888-90.