The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds
347 - NY Policeman's Riot w/Dave Hill (Live in NY)
Oct 9, 2018
Comedian Dave Hill joins to discuss the New York City Policeman's riot. Topics include chaotic political meetings, mayoral election turmoil, flour riots, corruption, power struggles between police forces, riots, and racial tensions in 1857 NYC. Humorous banter on history, police corruption, and upcoming stand-up shows.
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- Selective enforcement targeted streetwalkers over brothels and lower-class gambling halls over fancy ones.
- Republican Party united against Mayor Wood, diminishing common counsel's power and shifting financial control.
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Mayor's Strong Control and Selective Enforcement
Mayor Wood demonstrated strong control over the police force by centralizing it and enabling permanent tenure based on good behavior. However, his enforcement measures were selective, targeting streetwalkers while leaving brothels alone, and raiding lower-class gambling halls while ignoring fancy ones.
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