The Great Riots of New York, 1712 to 1873
Chapter 11
Rights of Municipalities.--Interference of the Legislature with the City Government.--Conflict between the Governor and Police Commissioners.--A Wrong becomes a Practical Blessing.--Provost Marshals.--Riot not anticipated.--Bad time to commence the Draft.--Preparations of Superintendent Kennedy.--The Police System.--Attack on Provost Marshal Captain Erhardt.--Telegrams of the Police.--Kennedy starts on a Tour of Observation.